"Is this the arena for that rising star from First High School?"
"Yes, I watched the last match. The opponent was Third High School, and this newcomer won very cleanly and decisively, giving the opponent no chance to fight back."
"I remember his opponent today was that formidable guy from Fourth High School, right?"
"Why?"
Is that so?
"This match is going to be interesting!"
"It might be a fierce battle between dragons and tigers?"
"However, I still have faith in that newcomer from First High School."
"Why?"
Is that so?
"I think the one from Fourth High School is pretty good too!"
As soon as Mayumi Saegusa and the others entered the third venue, they heard discussions around them. Some people favored Chiba Yeyou, while others favored the Fourth High School contestants.
The venue was instantly filled with a lively atmosphere, and even the Operations Committee had increased its staff.
Wow, there are so many people!
Mayumi Saegusa couldn't help but sigh at the sight of the massive crowd.
"Yes, this is an unprecedentedly lively scene in the rookie competition."
Mari Watanabe sighed as well.
"It seems that Chiba Yeyou's opponent is a very strong guy from the Fourth High School, someone who will be difficult to deal with?"
Mayumi Saegusa asked instinctively.
"Um."
Suzune Ichihara took out her tablet and started browsing the match schedule.
"It's Fourth High School, Rin Kudou."
" Kudou?"
Miyuki Shiba happened to walk over with her brother Tatsuya Shiba, and upon hearing the name, she instinctively expressed her surprise.
"Yes, he's an outstanding young man from Kudou's household."
Suzune Ichihara also retrieved detailed information about the Rin Kudou.
" Rin Kudou's information is very simple, with not much recorded. We are completely unaware of him, with no specific details. He hasn't shown any particularly outstanding performance since enrolling, and he's a very low-key person."
"Until the Nine Schools Competition began..."
I know a little about this Rin Kudou.
Jumonji suddenly spoke.
" Rin Kudou is not only unknown, but strictly speaking, he is not a direct descendant of the Kudou Family. However, for some reason, he came into the Kudou Family's sights and was brought into the main family for training a few years ago."
"Such a person must have some extraordinary qualities."
Upon hearing Jumonji's words, Tatsuya Shiba slowly spoke.
"That's right, Tatsuya- kun has been busy traveling between contestants these past few days. He didn't know that this Rin Kudou contestant is also a very strong player."
Suzune Ichihara added.
"Each stalemate with his opponent lasts no more than half a minute, making him a top contender for the Icicle Destruction Championship."
Jumonji nodded as well, and he had just watched one of Rin Kudou's matches; Kushima's strength was indeed impressive.
Many people present were aware of Chiba Yeyou's strength. In terms of magical power alone, Chiba Yeyou was far superior to Rin Kudou!
It's worth noting that Chiba Yeyou Mayumi Saegusa and others, though only a handful of people know about it.
Mayumi Saegusa and the others came to watch the match because the team leaders from other high schools were there, and they were very close to Chiba Yeyou, but the others didn't know that!
That's why the scene was so lively today; everyone thought it would be a fierce battle, a very exciting match, but...
"So, the reason we're watching this match today is to see if this Rin Kudou can resist the magic of signing a contract?"
Indeed, after a moment of silence, Miyuki Shiba came to this conclusion.
"Why?"
"Is Chiba Yeyou- kun that strong?"
Honoka Mitsui exclaimed in disbelief.
Everyone turned their attention away from the arena and looked at Honoka Mitsui, making Honoka Mitsui feel quite uncomfortable. Only Shizuku Kitayama remained expressionless and blank, as if nothing could change her expression.
"Forehead."
Did I say something wrong?
"Honoka Mitsui whispered."
"No, whether I'm right or not, the answer will be revealed in a moment."
"It's just a casual remark," said Miyuki Shiba.
"Oh!"
"All players, please take your positions!"
As the announcement rang out, everyone on the scene turned their attention to the gradually rising platform, where two figures appeared before them.
"Ding~"
The first countdown drew everyone's attention to the two contestants, but it was clear that more people were focused on Chiba Yeyou.
"Ding~"
Rin Kudou was very confident. He had studied Chiba Yeyou's match videos many times. To defeat this person, he could not rush to achieve a quick victory. The opponent's magical strength was very powerful, and Chiba Yeyou would definitely break through the opponent's ice pillar matrix before his opponent.
After so many days of research, Rin Kudou discovered that Chiba Yeyou's magic activation speed, Psion capacity, and degree of interference in events far exceeded his own, and that he would find it difficult to use magic that was more powerful and faster than the opponent's attack.
Therefore, the only option is to defend against this first wave of attack, fight a protracted war with the opponent, and create an opportunity for him to counterattack, so that he can turn defeat into victory!
After all, this person has always only attacked and never defended, which means that Chiba Yeyou has focused all her energy on attacking.
"Ding~"
Both players quickly prepared to take the initiative, at least that's how it appeared to the audience.
"Thump!"
The countdown began, and as the final note signaling the start of the match rang out, Chiba Yeyou swiftly raised CAD, the same movement, the same magic.
" Quantum Shatter!"
Buzz~
The Rin Kudou on the opposite side weren't idle either, their fingers flying across the keys, rapidly operating the CAD software and unleashing magic.
Buzz~
Hold the line!
As long as he can defend against this wave of attacks, he has the ability to persevere and the hope of victory!
We must defend against this attack!
Rin Kudou already had a defense against this magic.
As the blue light flashed, the " Quantum Shatter " spell descended. However, the ice pillar only trembled violently, with white cracks spreading all over it. The transparent prism turned completely white, like flour being put into a container. However, it showed no signs of collapsing. For a moment, the two spells were locked in a stalemate.
"Really!"
Rin Kudou couldn't help but show a look of delight.
"They actually managed to defend against it."
"It seems like this Rin Kudou has done a lot of research on Chiba Yeyou's magic!"
While Mayumi Saegusa was somewhat surprised, she wasn't overly astonished. It was only natural that Chiba Yeyou's recent display of talent would attract the attention of his opponents, who would study his magic.
"Oh?"
"Extremely skillful reinforcement magic!"
"They even reinforced the molecules themselves."
"Finally, he's starting to look like an elite."
"However, what are your plans for the next step?"
Chiba Yeyou smiled slightly.
Magic: " Flame Hell "!