Battle Against Izpalut

Chapter 29: Battle - Izpalut

Lu Cang was immersed in the joy of mastering new spells.

Second-tier spells were indeed much more flexible and varied compared to first-tier spells.

First-tier spells were basically all offensive, with little difference in functionality.

However, second-tier spells already had effects like generating terrain, blowing enemies away, clearing fog, and summoning for sustained attacks.

"Okay... that's enough learning for today," Iz said, nodding with a slightly satisfied smile after teaching the Shadow Mud Technique.

"Master Iz?"

"Only six? I can learn more."

Lu Cang was still full of energy; mastering new spells was truly a happy experience.

"The path of exploring magic is a gradual process. While learning, you also need to do your own thinking."

"I know you can learn more spells. If I'm willing to teach, you could even learn all the second-tier spells I know..."

"But that would deviate from the original intention of the magic path."

"Lu Cang, remember... we are on the path of exploring the roots of magic."

"Exploration isn't just about learning."

Lu Cang cooled down the excitement in his heart and nodded, "I understand, Master Iz."

Iz was a good teacher.

His understanding of magic was even deeper than mine.

Moreover, Iz's words made Lu Cang think of the promotion ceremony.

The promotion process was a demonstration of his achievements in pursuing the magic path.

These achievements weren't just about how many spells he had learned.

"Come."

Iz walked to the center of the training ground.

"You've learned many spells, but you haven't experienced much combat."

"Your spell control is high, but your combat skill is still at the level of a level 1 beginner."

Iz raised his hand towards Lu Cang. "Attack me with all you've got. I'll only use the magic power of a level 2 mage and counter with first and second-tier spells."

"Don't hold back. I'm much stronger than you think."

Lu Cang respectfully and seriously asked, "Master Iz, does this mean fighting me at my level?"

The image of his Ice Shuttle piercing through Iz's chest flashed through Lu Cang's mind.

Izpalut laughed heartily, "That's right."

Lu Cang lowered his head, maintaining his bowing posture. "Master Iz, I'm afraid I might hurt you."

BOOM!

"Lightning Flash (LV:101)"

Triple strike!

And almost simultaneously, forty-two Ice Shuttles formed around Iz, in front, behind, left, right, above, and below.

They instantly shot towards Iz!

"Ice Shuttle (LV:101)"

Triple strike!

SWISH!

Three earth walls rose, instantly surrounding Iz!

Flame Balls condensed in the sky and rained down!

Silent Wind Swarm had already formed, completely blending into the natural wind stirred up by the terrain.

Although silent, if one were to be cut by this wind, the wounds would be bloody.

Holy Light Cross pinned Iz's shadow.

Curse Arrows hid within the shadows of the earth walls, piercing towards Iz along the direction of the shadows!

Charge Pillars were pulled from the three earth walls, squeezing towards Iz from three different directions!

Vines erupted from the ground!

Heh heh...

Worrying about him getting hurt.

Lu Cang no longer had any such concerns.

Kumiloni had said that if there was another chance to hurt him, she would beat him to death.

If he were really killed by a mage below level 7, then he really deserved to die.

Since he had such a high evaluation.

Then let me see if you are really that strong, Iz!

BOOM!

[Divine Multiple Casting]

Released all the magic he mastered simultaneously in an instant!

Each spell was a triple cast!

At that moment, Lu Cang clearly saw a hint of astonishment in Iz's eyes through the gaps in the stone wall.

Iz, you wouldn't have expected me to change so much, would you?

But then, a smile appeared on Iz's lips.

"As expected of my disciple."

He didn't speak, but the thought instantly swept through Lu Cang's mind.

In the next instant.

BOOM!

The Ice Shuttle collided with the flames, the fireballs were pushed by the water column, the Curse Arrows were pinned by crosses... the stone wall was swept away by the stone arms.

The vines were burned by the flames, the Wind Blades were scattered by the strong wind, and the exploding thunder was offset by the reversed red lightning!

Lu Cang only saw a dazzling elemental storm sweep past, and the offensive he had constructed was crushed like a broken twig!

"Transcendent Magic - Ice Wave Technique"

"Transcendent Magic - Majestic Stone Arm"

"Transcendent Magic - Raging Water Skyward"

Lu Cang could tell that the magic he used was not ordinary mastered magic.

It was the same as his own.

Transcendent magic.

Moreover, he was also casting simultaneously, releasing multiple spells in an instant, completely disregarding the rules of casting.

The clash between the two happened almost in the blink of an eye. As soon as Lu Cang's spells formed, they were immediately swept away by Iz!

Such fast reactions.

Even his fastest "Lightning Flash" was countered.

There was no way he couldn't react in time!

But--

"Lightning Flash"

BOOM!

As soon as the Lightning Flash was offset, it exploded in front of Iz again!

The Ice Shuttle regenerated!

All spells were cast again in an instant!

Iz raised his hands high and took a step towards Lu Cang.

BOOM!

Elements exploded around him!

His spells clashed with Lu Cang's, creating vibrant colors in the arena!

His expression was very excited.

"Ooh!"

"Little Lu Cang, you always manage to surprise me!"

Did he really only use the magic power and spells of a level 2 mage?

A monster, right?

Can't beat him? I have two divine talents now!

If "Proficiency Evolution" was a developmental talent, then "Multiple Casting" was a pure combat talent.

Releasing all spells instantly, compared to casting them slowly one by one, combat power could even be said to soar a hundredfold.

Spells could form links and combinations, not to mention... triple casting.

Iz's tone was joyful, seeing Lu Cang's growth made him extremely excited!

"You're still trying to break through skill with brute force."

BANG!

In that instant, all of Iz's spells detonated!

He had transformed his spells into the exact same ones as Lu Cang.

However, the quantity was only one-third.

BANG!

Yet, Ice Shuttles collided with Ice Shuttles, Fireballs merged with Fireballs...

Despite being the same spells, under his control, they were thoroughly suppressed by Lu Cang's thrice-multiplied spells.

"Magic also requires skill."

"Utilize the technique of casting..."

WHOOSH!

Just as Iz intended to hold back while calmly teaching Lu Cang how to use magic, a faint bloody scratch appeared on his cheek.

Iz lightly touched his cheek, seeing a tiny drop of blood on the back of his hand.

"Master Iz, is this what you mean?" Lu Cang's difficult smile revealed a hint of confident success.

From Lu Cang's eyes, Iz could actually discern an emotion called "provocation."

[Silent Wind Swarm — Instant Wind Blade]

It was a pride that refused to be underestimated, a pride that believed he wouldn't lose to Izpalut.

It was... arrogance, believing he would be stronger than Izpalut.

How long had it been since he'd seen such an expression?

No, not how long, but... he'd never seen it before.

Never, had anyone thought: I will be a stronger Mage than Izpalut.

What he always saw was: humble obedience to guidance, respectful acceptance of instruction, and resigned acceptance of defeat.

And never once was there... the arrogance of I can surpass him.

"Hahahaha— Hahahahahahahahahahahahahaha—!!!!!!"

Iz threw his head back and laughed heartily!

"Good!"

"A good expression!"

The elements were in turmoil!

Lu Cang could feel his magic surging, roaring! This was a completely different feeling than before, an unprecedented sense of pressure!

"I underestimated you! Lu Cang! You are a powerful Mage!"

"You are worthy of me treating you as an opponent!"

His magic pressed down like gravity, making Lu Cang feel as if his body had sunk.

In the dense magic, Izpalut's figure twisted, seeming to have completely transformed into a shadow; only his wildly laughing mouth and his excitedly gleaming eyes could be seen.

Elements in turmoil—

The Silent Wind Swarm filled every space in the training ground; every inch of wind was a Wind Blade!