The fluctuation around Simon has increased. Anybody could tell he was using his full power in this attack. He intended to end the fight with this attack.

Sam, who keeps a distance from Simon, is doing the same thing. He knows he can not afford to be careless this time because the power behind Simon's attack seemed dangerous.

If he is hit by that attack, he may suffer serious injuries. More importantly, Simon has not previously used this attack. So Sam is completely unaware of this.

'What technique is he using right now? Is this the same technique David used to coat his sword? But I do not think I noticed any spiritual energy in the sword.'

While channeling his spiritual energy to maximize the power of the Fast Slash technique, Sam keeps an eye on Simon.

He is trying to figure out what kind of technique Simon will use. He did not detect a layer of spiritual energy in Simon's sword. That means he is not applying the spiritual coating.

1 minute later,

Simon already uses the movement technique and approached Sam.

"Boom!!!"

Within the next second, a powerful explosion erupted inside the battle arena. The explosion resulted from the collision of both swords.

Both of them remained motionless for 5 seconds before blood began to flow from Simon's mouth. His hands tremble, but he continues to attack.

Unfortunately for him, despite his powerful technique, he is powerless to counter Sam's technique. More importantly, Sam has already moved his sword and attacked him once more.

This time, Simon could not hold back and sent backwards. He used all of his power in that last attack, and he is now completely exhausted. It is as if he did not have the strength to stabilize himself.

Both of his hands start to feel numb. Even his vision becomes hazy. Simon lost consciousness before he even realized he had been sent outside the battle ring.

Inside the battle stadium, there is a pin-drop silence. The intensity of the battle astounded many people. They also did not expect Sam's technique to be as powerful.

Simon's armor already has many scratches on it. Simon is fortunate not to be seriously injured because of his armor.

He was just exhausted and had received minor injuries. The medical team had already gotten close to him and began treating him. Before taking him into the medical room, they wanted to stabilize his condition.

The principal of Base City School eventually came to his senses and began cheering for Sam. Following him, everyone from Base City is doing the same thing.

Despite the fact that both Simon and Sam attended Base City School, everyone agrees that Sam is far more powerful than Simon. He also has the chance to advance to the semi-finals.

"Hahaha… I knew he had already reached Peak Mortal Grade. The quarterfinals appear to be more exciting than last year's. We are going to enjoy the game."

"Randy, what are your thoughts about Sam? Do you think he has a chance to advance to the semi-finals or even the final?"

"Unfortunately, I can not say anything for certain. But if his opponent underestimates him, they will lose the match.

Sam has already proven to everyone that he is a powerful warrior who should not be underestimated. Despite the fact that those students are supported by powerful Warrior families, they cannot underestimate Sam."

Randy's companion agrees. Not only them, but it appears that everyone from the various Warrior Academies has the same thought.

Those people also considered pursuing the principal. They hoped that by putting pressure on the principal, he would be able to convince Sam to join them.

Nobody can doubt Sam's qualifications. He is already qualified to attend those top Academies.

Inside another VIP room,

Elder Kelvin and the Second Elder are also smiling. It appears that they are also impressed.

"If possible, try to reach him. If we can convince him to join our Warrior Association, the organization will gain another powerful genius."

"Sigh, I have the same thought, but I am not sure if it is possible. You are aware that things have changed from before. Currently, students prefer to join those guilds over the Warriors Association."

Elder Kelvin expressed his disappointment, and the person beside him agreed with him.

Why did those students want to join those guilds or other associations when the Warrior Association is everything?

You would not receive any sponsorship from the Warriors Association. On the other hand, guilds and other organizations already provide resources to assist you in your cultivation.

This is sufficient to capture the interest of 90% of students. When a student agrees to join those guilds or associations, they will receive various resources and must sign a contract.

After that, if any of them wanted to leave the Association or Guild, they had to pay a fine. Normally, no student would do that. Instead, they are content to stay within those guilds.

As a result, the elder Kelvin lets out a deep breath. In normal circumstances, Sam would not join them. More importantly, he tried to change but was unsuccessful.

Also by joining the warrior Association you would not receive any kind of special authority. You would be like the normal Warriors from the Warriors Association.

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The principal of Base City School contacted Sam to congratulate him. Not just him; many people in Base City who have his phone number contact him to congratulate him.

Sam is returning to his hotel room for some rest.

'I have to be ready for the quarterfinals. I can tell that every match from now on will be intense.'

If possible, he wanted to train today. But he needed to rest before focusing on his training. The same can be said for Alexa and the others.

Only one person is different. As one might expect, he is the story's protagonist. David had already returned to his room and refocused on his cultivation.

It appears that he is not as exhausted as Sam and the others.