Sam notices it and immediately jumps backward. Sam then disappears from that location using the movement technique.

Simon gets the chance to stand up. If you look closely, you will notice that he is trembling right now. He appeared to be startled by the sudden change.

Fortunately, he has already regained his senses and applied the movement technique.

"Clang!!!!"

"Clang!!!!"

Once again, both participants begin to attack each other, with the sound of metal clashing. Their collision produced powerful shockwaves.

Simon is attempting to determine which of Sam's attacks is fake. Unfortunately, Sam had not used the illusion Slash technique until now.

He patiently waited for the right moment to attack him with that technique once more. He seized the opportunity and applied the illusion Slash technique.

Despite Simon's attempts to determine which of his attacks were fake, he was unable to respond. He mistook this for an actual attack and attempted to counterattack once more. But his sword passed through the incoming sword.

When Simon realized this, he became serious and attempted to jump backward. Unfortunately, it was too late; the next second, he felt pain in his left shoulder.

As expected, Sam uses the illusion Slash technique again, followed by the Fast Slash technique. Another tremendous force struck Simon's left shoulder.

But this time, it is not over because Sam approached him and attacked him before he could stabilize himself. Simon was unable to defend himself in that position. He was struck again with tremendous force.

As expected, the power of each of those attacks was sufficient to knock Simon backward. Most importantly, he was not utilizing the full potential of his Fast Slash technique.

He was only using the minimum amount of power, but it was enough to injure Simon. Simon could already feel his left hand becoming numb. He had no sense in his left hand.

Fortunately, he was able to escape from that location. Not only that, but he attempted to counterattack.

"Clang!!!"

Another metal collision occurred in that location. Simon's attack has suddenly become more powerful. He employs another technique, which increases the power behind his swing. He remained focused despite the pain.

This time, Sam is caught off guard by the sudden change. He did not expect him to abruptly change his attack pattern. Sam was unable to counter-attack and was hit by the attack. However, he felt nothing because of his armor.

Is Simon going to stop attacking? The answer is "no." He wanted to take that chance in the same way Sam had before. He continued to attack Sam, swing by swing. He appears to have also intended to injure Sam.

Unfortunately, Sam was unable to react at first but quickly began to counterattack. More importantly, Simon eventually felt his disadvantage.

Even his right hand started to feel numb. Using the movement technique, he quickly distanced himself from Sam.

Sam did not pursue him. Instead, he has already started channeling more spiritual energy into his movement technique. He appeared determined to finish the fight.

It has been 40 minutes since both of them began fighting. Even though people initially believe Sam and Simon are on equal footing, they later realise Sam has an advantage over Simon.

Simon is already exhausted, and he is panting heavily. Sam, on the other hand, reacts exactly the opposite way. He is not even exhausted.

This is sufficient to demonstrate that Sam is more powerful than Simon. The people who have been supporting Sam start to cheer louder than before.

Even the Principal of Base City School became excited when he realized this. Despite the fact that Simon and Sam are both from Base City School, he has been supportive of Sam since the beginning.

Because, unlike Simon, Sam has a chance to qualify for the quarterfinals. Even decided to provide him with resources after the match.

'Thank God, I did not force any students to take the entrance exam on their own. It appears that my God changed my mindset.'

The principal considered himself extremely fortunate.

He was unaware that those around him began to look at him strangely. Because the principal has a strange smug smile on his face. Even his friends keep a distance from him.

The person next to Randy was also taken aback.

"As far as I can tell, he is already a Peak Mortal Grade warrior. He is truly a genius. I want David and Sam to attend the Golden Dawn Academy."

"Unfortunately, I do not know if it is possible, but I will do my best."

Randy is unsure if he can invite both of them. Because both of them have already gained popularity, the Royal Academy and White Tiger Academy will undoubtedly try to invite him.

Even though he had the confidence to invite Sam, he was not sure David would be able to attend. But he is going to try.

Back to the battlefield,

Simon is panting heavily. Not only that, but blood is coming out of his mouth. Despite having armor, he is injured.

Sam's attacks are all powerful enough to injure him. Simon did not want to think about what would happen to him if he did not have the armor.

On the other hand, Sam had no scratches on his body from the start. It was as if he was not even fighting Simon. He was present to watch the match.

This frustrates Simon, but he also recognizes the difference between him and Sam. He understands that he has no chance of winning against Sam. He still wanted to give his all until the end.

Do not forget that your performance is an important factor in the entrance exam. Like everyone else, he aspired to attend those prestigious Academies. To do so, he needed to give his all.

As a result, he refused to give up the fight. He wanted to give everything he had until the very end. As a result, he has already begun channeling more spiritual energy. It appears he intended to use these attacks to finish the fight.