Ranked First in the Sequence

This is not the first time Fang Li has been targeted.

However, Fang Li simply smiled and chose to ignore Koichiro Ditou's condescending words.

There's no way around it, this person is really not presentable.

Compared to the treacherous and hypocritical Sayonari and the Li Siblings, who subtly sought trouble for Fang Li and whose actions evoked strong emotions in Fang Li, Koichiro Ditou's blatant expression of disgust and contempt made him seem like Jester.

At least, that's what Fang Li thinks.

Therefore, Fang Li ignored Koichiro Ditou's words and instead turned his attention to Kiririn Ditou behind him.

"Awoo..."

Kiririn Ditou immediately shrank back timidly, like a shy little animal, and under Fang Li's gaze, she couldn't help but hide her petite body behind Koichiro Ditou.

Of course, it wasn't just Fang Li who caused Kiririn Ditou to react this way; Fan Xinglu, who was staring intently at her, was also there.

Presumably, under Fan Xinglu's undisguised gaze, Kiririn Ditou must have felt as if she were being stared at by a snake, and become timid.

As a result, both Fang Li and Fan Xinglu treated Koichiro Ditou as nothing.

Only Claudia, with her unchanging smile, politely addressed Koichiro Ditou, saying, "The movements of Bō Xié have always been a matter of great concern to various universities, and even the Integrated Enterprise Conglomerate is paying attention. This time, a user has finally appeared, which is definitely a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I believe that the Integrated Enterprise Conglomerate, as the parent company of the operation, will also be happy about the appearance of this information, right?"

As a candidate for executive of the Integrated Enterprise Conglomerate, Koichiro Ditou was clearly well-informed about the affairs of Bō Xié.

Therefore, Koichiro Ditou simply clicked his tongue and said, "Then there's no need for the number one ranked person to collect the data, is there? Can't you do it yourself?"

"No, I'm not that great. Compared to me, Toudou is a more suitable candidate." Claudia patiently explained, "As the number one ranked student in this academy, Toudou's strength is beyond doubt. She is the strongest in the Star Guidance Hall. The stronger she is, the more easily she can deal with her opponents, effectively extending the battle time. This is definitely advantageous for us who are planning to collect data."

Claudia's words left Koichiro Ditou speechless once again.

Clearly, this paper tiger has no grounds for rebuttal.

"Damn it, I don't have that much time to waste on this kind of thing." Koichiro Ditou turned to Kiririn Ditou and said in a rough tone, "Kirin, get this over with quickly."

Claudia had just said that the longer the battle lasted, the better it would be for gathering information, but Koichiro Ditou still said it, as if he had completely ignored what Claudia had just said.

Then, as if he had completely lost interest in what was happening here, Koichiro Ditou walked away to the side.

Faced with her uncle's unreasonable attitude, Kiririn Ditou simply lowered her head and approached Fang Li.

From beginning to end, Kiririn Ditou did not utter a single word.

Just like a pet that is not allowed to have contact with outsiders, Kiririn Ditou simply followed Koichiro Ditou's orders and silently stood opposite Fang Li.

Immediately, Kiririn Ditou took off a long, narrow cloth bag that she had been carrying on her shoulder and took out a weapon from inside.

It was a katana with a sheath.

It's not Pure Star Imperial Armament, or even Imperial Armament.

That was a real katana.

Fan Xinglu felt a sense of novelty as a voice sounded from the side.

"It seems that the rumor that this little girl defeated the former number one in the rankings with an ordinary weapon and became the number one in the Star Guidance Hall is true."

That's right.

Kiririn Ditou was not a user of the Pure Star Imperial Armament; she didn't even use the Imperial Armament. She was just using an extremely ordinary katana.

Of course, it wouldn't be accurate to say it's extremely ordinary.

The Kiririn Ditou wields, the one called "Senba Giri," is actually a famous sword, quite renowned in the swordsmanship school.

However, in this era where the Imperial Armament is the primary weapon, the real sword has become extremely inconspicuous.

Under these circumstances, Kiririn Ditou defeated the former number one in the rankings with just a real sword and ascended to the throne of the strongest in the Star Guidance Hall.

"We should be able to see an interesting duel today."

With this thought in mind, Fan Xinglu happily stepped aside.

Claudia also unknowingly stepped back and watched the battle from the sidelines.

Thus, only Fang Li and Kiririn Ditou remained facing off on the training field.

In response, Kiririn Ditou glanced at Fang Li secretly, then took a deep breath and spoke in a low voice.

"I'm sorry to offend you..."

With a voice still somewhat childish, Kiririn Ditou slowly placed her hand on the hilt of her sword.

In that instant, Kiririn Ditou's aura suddenly changed.

No longer as delicate as before, but like a warrior who has been tempered a thousand times, she exudes a dignified aura.

Not only that, Kiririn Ditou's expression also changed.

He became extremely calm.

It was as if a switch had been flipped, and my entire state of mind changed.

Fang Li, who had been silently observing the girl, remained expressionless, facing the overwhelming pressure with extreme calm.

(Wow, that's amazing. To have reached this level at thirteen years old is already on par with Senior Brother Zhao and Senior Sister Wang.)

Thinking this, Fang Li slowly took out the pure white Activation Body.

"Zheng—!"

Pure white light emanated from the Omni-element Crystal.

Around the Fang Li, particles of the Omni-element began to gather, gradually condensing under the light of the Omni-element Crystal, transforming into a pure white sword blade that spontaneously ejected from the Activation Body.

Fang Li immediately grasped the pure white one-handed One-Handed Sword in his hand.

"Is that Bō Xié?"

Kiririn Ditou murmured, lifting Senba Giri and placing it against Fang Li.

"Then, I'll go."

The words had barely left his lips.

"Thump—!"

With a heavy thud, Kiririn Ditou's figure transformed into a bullet fired from a gun, hurtling towards Fang Li at an astonishing speed.

In his hand, the katana named Senba Giri suddenly tilted, cutting through the air like an arc, and slashed towards Fang Li's direction.

The speed was frighteningly fast.

"Clang—!"

With a crisp clang, sparks flew, signaling the start of the duel.