Genius Noble With System
Chapter 119: Duels (Part-3)

Chapter 119: Duels (Part-3)

Among the thirty impressive geniuses, a few stood out, shocking everyone with their strength: Clarion Silverstine, Lycan Fullblood, and even James, who made everyone’s blood boil with excitement.

Finally, Apollo’s turn came in the sixth match. The announcer’s voice rang out, "Next match: Apollo versus Aric Saulflare!"

Although he wasn’t as famous as Prince Michael, he was still an absolute genius from an ancient family with a profound history. He wasn’t an ordinary foe.

Apollo stepped forward, his expression calm and focused, as the crowd erupted in cheers and whispers. Aric Saulflare, a young warrior with fiery red hair and a fierce demeanour, approached from the opposite side of the arena. Known for his mutated fire life force, Aric was a formidable opponent, and the anticipation in the air was palpable.

"Begin!" the old man overseeing the matches announced.

Apollo and Aric stood poised, the atmosphere in the arena electric with anticipation. As the old man’s voice rang out, signalling the start of the match, Aric immediately used his fire life force, a powerful and unique mutation that manifested as deep crimson flames dancing around him.

With a fierce battle cry, Aric launched a barrage of flames towards Apollo. The heat was intense, causing the front row of the crowd to lean back instinctively. Apollo, his expression unwavering, moved with agility and precision, dodging the fiery onslaught with ease.

As he sidestepped another fiery blast, Apollo’s eyes narrowed, assessing his opponent’s rhythm and strategy. Aric was relentless, continuously channelling his mutated fire life force to keep Apollo at a distance. The arena crackled with energy as flames roared and flickered, creating a dazzling yet dangerous spectacle.

Apollo remained calm, dodging the flames with fluid movements, his eyes locked onto Aric. The crowd watched in awe as Apollo seemed to glide effortlessly around the arena, avoiding every attack.

Aric’s frustration grew, and he unleashed a massive wave of fire, hoping to overwhelm Apollo with sheer force. But Apollo stood his ground, raising his hand and summoning a barrier of Ice life force. The flames crashed against it, but the barrier held strong, dispersing the fire immediately.

With a swift motion, Apollo closed the distance between them, his speed catching Aric off guard. He delivered a powerful punch to Aric’s midsection, sending him sprawling across the arena floor. Aric struggled to rise, his flames flickering weakly.

"Your fire is impressive," Apollo said calmly, "but it lacks control."

Aric gritted his teeth and pushed himself up, summoning his fire-life force once more. "I’ll show you control!" he shouted, his flames roaring back to life.

Aric’s flames roared to life around him as he regained his footing, his eyes burning with determination. He conjured a long spear from the inferno, its shaft glowing with molten heat.

"Impressive," Apollo acknowledged, readying himself for the next assault.

Aric lunged forward with incredible speed, his spear thrusting toward Apollo in a series of fiery strikes. Each movement was precise, showcasing his mastery of spear skills honed by countless battles. Apollo deftly dodged and parried, his reflexes keeping him just out of harm’s way.

The crowd watched in rapt attention as the arena turned into a blur of motion and flames. Apollo’s movements were a dance of agility and precision, while Aric’s spear seemed to weave a deadly tapestry of fire and fury.

In a swift counter, Apollo deflected a spear thrust that seemed to burn the very air around them and closed the distance between them, aiming a powerful punch at Aric’s chest. But Aric was ready this time. He twisted his body and redirected Apollo’s punch with the shaft of his spear, using the momentum to launch a spinning kick aimed at Apollo’s head.

Apollo ducked under the kick and retaliated with a low sweep of his leg, intending to unbalance Aric. However, Aric leapt into the air, somersaulting over Apollo and landing gracefully behind him. He thrust his spear again, this time aiming for Apollo’s back.

Each attack from both warriors contained unimaginable power, and their attack speed broke the sound barrier, continuously creating shockwaves with every strike that shook the crowd. The arena was filled with the sound of clashing forces, and the air was thick with tension and energy.

Aric’s spear danced with flames, creating a mesmerizing display of fire trails as he attacked. Apollo countered with precise movements, his fists moving like lightning as he deflected and dodged. The ground beneath them cracked and splintered under the force of their blows, adding to the spectacle.

Apollo moved with fluid grace; his every motion was calculated and efficient. Aric, on the other hand, was a whirlwind of fire and fury, his spear striking with the intensity of a raging inferno. The crowd watched in awe as the two geniuses pushed each other to their limits, neither willing to back down.

As the battle raged on, Apollo decided to become more serious. Summoning his Ice Life force, he felt a surge of cold energy flow through him, causing the air around him to chill and frost to form on the ground. He focused this energy into his fists, his breath visible in the sudden drop in temperature.

Aric’s eyes widened as he noticed the change. He had a determined look in his eyes. "Let’s see which element prevails."

With vigour, Apollo engaged Aric once more. This time, his strikes were accompanied by bursts of icy energy that clashed with Aric’s flames, creating a stunning display of steam and frost. The contrasting elements created an even more intense atmosphere, captivating the audience.

In a particularly fierce exchange, Apollo managed to land a solid hit on Aric’s shoulder, sending him stumbling back. But Aric quickly recovered, summoning a surge of fiery energy that enveloped his spear. With a powerful thrust, he aimed for Apollo’s heart, determined to end the fight.

Apollo sidestepped at the last moment, the spear grazing his side and scorching his clothes. He retaliated with a spinning back kick that connected with Aric’s midsection, driving the air from his lungs and forcing him to his knees. The impact created a shockwave that rippled through the arena, leaving the crowd breathless.

The battle between Apollo and Aric reached its climax as both warriors prepared to unleash their ultimate techniques. The tension in the arena was palpable, and the crowd’s excitement was at fever pitch.

Apollo’s expression turned serious as he summoned his Ice Life force, feeling the cold energy surge through his prana circuits. He knew that this final move would require his strength and focus. Across from him, Aric’s fiery determination burned brighter, his mutated fire life force crackling with intensity.

"Let’s end this," Apollo said, his voice resolute.

Aric nodded, gripping his spear tightly. "Agreed. Show me your true power."

Apollo began to channel his Ice Life force, a brilliant blue aura enveloping his body. The temperature in the arena plummeted, with frost spreading across the ground and ice crystals forming in the air. The crowd gasped as they witnessed the sheer power of his Ice Nova skill taking shape.

Simultaneously, Aric used his strongest skill and summoned his Infernal Flames, a blazing inferno swirling around him. The heat radiating from him was intense, and the air shimmered with the searing energy of his fire. His spear ignited with flames, becoming a weapon of pure destruction.

The arena was now divided by the clash of elements: one side an icy tundra, the other a blazing inferno. The spectators watched in awe, knowing that this final exchange would determine the victor.

With a powerful shout, Apollo released his ’Ice Nova’. A massive wave of icy energy erupted from him, expanding outward in a swirling vortex of frost and snow. The ground beneath him froze solid, and the air filled with the sound of crackling ice.

Aric responded in kind, unleashing his most powerful skill, ’Infernal Flames’. A torrent of fire surged forward, the heat so intense that it seemed to warp reality itself. The flames roared like a living creature, consuming everything in their path.

The two elemental forces collided in the centre of the arena, creating a cataclysmic explosion of steam and energy. The shockwave from the impact rocked the entire stadium, and the spectators shielded their eyes from the blinding light.

For a moment, it seemed as if the very fabric of reality was tearing apart as the ice and fire fought for dominance. The ground quaked, and the air was filled with a deafening roar.

As the dust settled and the steam dissipated, the arena fell silent, waiting for the outcome of the epic clash. The ground was a chaotic mix of scorched earth and frozen ice, bearing witness to the fierce battle that had taken place.

Apollo’s Ice Nova had left a trail of frost and ice shards, while Aric’s Infernal Flames had scorched the ground black. The clash of their ultimate techniques had left a lasting mark, a testament to their incredible power and determination.

Apollo stood tall, his Ice Life force still shimmering faintly around him. Across from him, Aric Saulflare looked shaken, his fiery red hair now dusted with frost. Half of his body was encased in ice, and his expression was a mix of shock and sadness.

Aric took a deep breath, his fierce demeanour softened by the realization of his defeat.

"I lost."