Chapter 249 I'm sure to call him back with a big defeat
The moon was hidden in the dark clouds, the starlight was dim, and the lake water lapped at the island, making a soft "swirling" sound.
Under the willow tree on the island in the middle of the lake, Lin Xiao rested on Qiao Linna's lap, slowly opened her eyes, paused for a moment, and asked:
"How long have I been asleep?"
"An hour." She pursed her lips and said, "It seems you are really tired."
"It's so relaxing to be by your side."
Lin Xiao raised his upper body and said, "Didn't your father notice that we left?"
"The servants just came here, and I sent them back again." Jolina said calmly, "I want you to rest a little longer."
"You've had enough rest. Let's go back." Lin Xiao smiled and said, "Next time I'll give you a break, so you can lean on me to rest."
Jolina raised her lips slightly: "Huh... I will remember it."
Lin Xiao stood up and reached out to hold her.
Jolina stood up holding a pair of high heels, looking at her sweetheart in front of her, recalling the scene an hour ago, her cheeks felt slightly hot.
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She vaguely felt that there was a closer connection between them.
The night was already dark, and the wind was blowing on the lake. They returned to the manor along the way they came, opened the door and went up the stairs, and stood in front of Jolina's boudoir door to say goodbye.
"I think we can do it again if we have time," Lin Xiao said.
Jolina glared in shame and anger and closed the door.
Immediately, he opened the door a crack and said softly: "Good night."
"Good night." Lin Xiao said softly.
Back in the guest room, Lin Xiao lay on the soft mattress, looking at the dark ceiling, unable to sleep.
A full day trip is undoubtedly rewarding.
The relationship with Jolina became closer and she received the blessing of her prospective father-in-law.
According to Lin Xiao's logic, the next step is to get engaged.
But he began to worry.
Worrying about the stolen remains of Chi You, the missing ‘God of the Desert’ Seth and the ‘Big Red Dragon’ Satan.
Worried about the end of the world that Lucifer said was coming.
Doomsday is the ultimate proposition that cannot be escaped in any myth.
There are many kinds of "ontologies", such as the great flood in the Bible, Nidhogg, the wolf Fenrir and many other monsters in Nordic mythology, the giant snake Apophis that swallowed the world in Egyptian mythology, etc.
These all symbolize the end.
The problem at hand is that although I know there is a doom that I cannot escape, I don't know what this doom is.
"First collect the scattered skeletons, find an opportunity to break through to the ninth level, and then join hands with Zhongzhou to investigate."
Lin Xiao's eyes flickered slightly.
"We must know what the "origin" of the end of the world is!"
Drowsiness gradually came over me.
The next morning, Lin Xiao got up and washed up.
When she walked into the restaurant, she found that Jolina was already neatly dressed and sitting at the dining table shaded by vases, drinking hot coffee.
"Good morning." Jolina raised the red boy, "Would you like something to drink?"
"Just like you." Lin Xiao yawned and sat down.
"No problem, I just learned how to use the coffee machine!" Jolina stood up and left the restaurant, walking to another kitchen, as if she wanted to do it herself before the maid did.
Lin Xiao glanced at the sumptuous breakfast on the table, and then looked at Mr. Jones, who had been glancing this way.
"If you have anything to say, just say it," Lin Xiao said.
"I have never tasted coffee brewed by my daughter in my life." Mr. Jones said regretfully.
"It's all made with a coffee machine anyway, so it's no different, right?" Lin Xiao complained.
"Oh...please don't worry about it." Mr. Jones concentrated on reading the newspaper again.
After a while, Jolina came back with a cup of hot black coffee and whispered:
"Sorry, I forgot to ask you if you want to add sugar or milk..."
It is indeed difficult for Miss Jones to serve others.
Lin Xiao smiled hoarsely, took the coffee, and said, "That's just right, thank you very much."
Jolina showed a sweet smile, and suddenly her old father coughed next to her, so she looked over there.
Mr. Jones felt helpless after receiving such a glare. However, he also knew his daughter's temper and would not be really indifferent to her family.
"Why don't you stay at home for a few more days, Lin Xiao?" Mr. Jones asked for advice.
"No, tomorrow is the next round of the World Championship." Lin Xiao declined: "Besides, there are still many things to deal with."
"That's it, okay...then I'll give you this card as a little thought from me."
Mr. Jones handed over a card. It looked like a 'vehicle card' model, and it was definitely expensive.
Lin Xiao hesitated and glanced at Qiao Linna, but she didn't care and didn't express her position.
"Take it." Mr. Jones smiled kindly, "Just for the promise we made to each other last night?"
Lin Xiao nodded and said, "I understand."
In fact, I am not short of money or vehicle cards, but my father-in-law has said so, so I naturally have to accept it, in order to "promise to take care of his daughter for him".
"What promise?" Jolina asked.
Lin Xiao did not answer, but looked at each other and nodded with Mr. Jones.
The vehicle card is a silver-painted limited-grade sports car, the same level as his own "Queen" motorcycle.
The manufacturer is Aston Martin, a well-known old car company in glory, and the model is "Silver Ghost", the car of the protagonist in the "007" movie.
Although I usually ride motorcycles, this "Silver Ghost" sports car has little room for use, but it might as well be kept for collection.
After receiving the farewell gifts, Lin Xiao and Qiao Linna said goodbye to Mr. Jones and took the same day's flight back to Central Continent to prepare for the next round of the World Championship.
The top four players of the World Championship have been announced, namely: Lin Xiao, Qiao Linna, Jiang Shang, and Augustus.
According to the previously determined group results, the semi-finals will be between Lin Xiao and Qiao Linna, while Jiang Shang and Augustus will compete for the final spot.
Qiao Linna was not very interested in advancing to the finals, not to mention that after her trip to the Federation, she had no reason to fight to the death with Lin Xiao.
She told Lin Xiao that she planned to go through the motions and admit defeat, so that Lin Xiao could concentrate on preparing for the finals.
Imperial Capital, inside the players’ hotel.
"The injuries left on your body from your battle with Tachibana Qianguang are indeed not healed." Lin Xiao said, "Everyone and I will understand."
"That's not the key, the key is..." Jolina sighed: "It's not because no matter how hard I try, I can't catch up with you, a monster."
"You have achieved your idea, Qiao Linna." Lin Xiao smiled slightly and said, "So, just leave it to me."
Jolina's eyes flickered and she nodded slightly.
He has ideas that are difficult for ordinary people to achieve. In other words, saving the world is his real mission.
Being with such idealistic people makes you feel like you are burning up too.
Qiao Linna shook her head helplessly, with a smile on her lips, she looked at Lin Xiao and said, "Come on for the final."
"Don't worry, I still have some confidence." Lin Xiao said, "No matter who I play in the finals, I will definitely defeat him!"
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October 29, Saturday.
In the semi-final between Lin Xiao and Qiao Linna, Qiao Linna took the initiative to admit defeat.
This game didn't cause much trouble.
After all, Jolina's victory over Ukikura's "Amaterasu" despite being injured was beyond most people's expectations.
What's more, these two people are boyfriend and girlfriend, and I'm afraid they have already discussed the outcome.
Most of the discussion posts on the forum have nothing to do with the competition.
"Damn it, I was handed another mouthful of dog food!"
"Although you lost the game, winning the epee is equivalent to winning twice!"
"Oh, Jolina, my Jolina..."
At the same time, the final semi-final of the World Series officially begins.
The duel was between Jiang Shang from Central Continent and Augustus from Northland.
Currently, Central Continent and Northland have reached a cooperative relationship, aiming to find another immortal skeleton located in Northland.
The duel is not a life-or-death relationship, but in order to demonstrate force, it is still necessary to strive for victory.
On the day of the game, the open-air arena was bustling with people, and the venue, which could accommodate 100,000 people, was packed with seats.
The seven stars of Central Continent and the governors of the Northland all appeared in the arena, causing quite a sensation to the audience.
As the commentator came on stage, the terrain of the field was announced. The venue card was a standard Roman Colosseum, and neither side could take advantage.
The game officially started. Jiang Shang initially used his wind control technique to gain the advantage in the air, but was soon overwhelmed by Augustus' combat technique "Blizzard Ice Burial" and became a little embarrassed.
However, he summoned his spiritual card "Blue Horned Ox", showing a situation where more people were fighting fewer enemies, and he vaguely suppressed Augustus.
Augustus' eyes were awe-inspiring, and he tightened his grip on the 'Kungunir' spear and poured majestic ice-blue power into it. In an instant, the situation suddenly changed, ice crystals fell from the sky, and ice covered the entire Colosseum.
The four hooves of the Banjiao Qingniu were directly frozen. Augustus took advantage of the situation and waved his spear to break it. Jiang Shang waved the sleeves of his Taoist robe and retreated, but was not affected in any way.
"Liberate General Dong!" Augustus' eyes were stern.
On the frozen ice, several ice withers rose from the ground, and the ice cavalry moved their iron hooves and charged towards Jiang Shang.
Jiang Shang waved the magic whip and continuously defeated the ice-breaking cavalry.
But Kungunir in Augustus's hand locked onto Jiang Shang as if he had seen through his fate, streaking across the sky like a meteor!
The audience present exclaimed in unison.
That is the spear of the great god Odin, the spear of destiny that will definitely hit the enemy!
Phew!
Jiang Shang's shoulder was pierced by a spear and blood spattered everywhere, but this move could not make Jiang Shang lose the ability to resist.
Augustus raised his hand and retracted the spear, and the hole suddenly shrank, reflecting the golden light in the sky.
Hit the divine whip, which has an outstanding effect on enemies with divine nature.
Although Augustus is a human being, when she throws Kungunir, she will be more or less tainted with a trace of divinity inherited from the great god Odin.
This moment is when Jiang Shang sacrifices the divine whip!
The divine whip hung high in the sky, and it was smashed down on the head with golden light.
Augustus' eyes were cold as he stepped on the solid ice rising under his feet.
Amid the rumble, a throne made of solid ice rose up from the ground, resisting the falling whip!
Augustus’s ‘Finishing Move: Ice Throne’ appeared again, and the audience screamed in surprise, shocked by the powerful aura of the Queen of the North.
But for her, defense alone is far from being able to defeat Jiang Shang.
We must find a key opportunity - for example, release the field!
Finding the gap between Jiang Shang's condensed spell cards, Augustus shouted:
"The frozen world!"
Biting cold air rose into the sky, and the entire Colosseum turned into withered ice, as if even time was slowed down by the cold.
In this land of ice and snow, Emperor Augustus is the only ruler!
The scene fell into an uproar, and the Northland audience showed excitement and shouted loudly.
In the audience seat, Lu Lingqiu, the seventh-level card master ‘Pojun Star’, looked solemnly: “The field is so tricky…”
Domains also have strengths and weaknesses.
Someone like Augustus, who has completely mastered the element of 'ice' and turned it into a domain, is undoubtedly one of the top domains in the world.
"It's fine."
Han Li pushed up his glasses, and the calm Jiang Shang was reflected in his eyes.
"Although he usually looks like a salty fish...but he is strong in that he can make others feel like a salty fish like him!"
Surrounded by ice and snow, Jiang Shang, holding the sleeves of his Taoist robe, was shivering from the biting cold.
Augustus held a spear, stood on the ice throne towering into the clouds, and said coldly: "Where is your domain?"
"I have no domain." Jiang Shang said calmly.
"Don't lie to me." Augustus said coldly, "You are also the holy land of this world!"
The frozen world suddenly seemed to come to life, and the blizzard and ice picks were like ruthless ferocious beasts, roaring and rushing towards Jiang Shang.
Jiang Shang's eyes flickered: "Although I don't have a domain... I can make you do the same."
Domain·The saint is nameless.
Invisible ripples spread from Jiang Shang's body, bringing with it the breath of spring breeze, turning all the ice cubes it touched into powder.
Augustus was a little surprised that his indestructible ice realm automatically collapsed!
"My domain is to invalidate the domains of both parties. I can't use the saint's domain, I can only compete with the mortal realm... It's a very strange domain, isn't it."
Jiang Shang said with a wry smile: "After all, it can only be used once, and you will know next time."
Augustus was slightly in a trance, his eyes serious.
The domain is the embodiment of the card master's own spirit, so everyone's domain after entering the eighth level is different.
Jiang Shang's field may seem strange, but it fits his own philosophy as a card master... similar to the 'Tao' pursued by the card masters of Zhongzhou.
"Although I hate fighting, but..."
A rare sharpness flashed across Jiang Shang's eyes, like a roc rising in the wind. He held the golden whip in his hand and said:
"I want to win this one!"
Augustus raised the corners of his mouth, held the Eternal Spear in his hand, showed a majestic aura, and launched an attack like thunder.
Since the expanded domain consumed a large amount of domain, but failed to achieve any substantial effect, Kungunir in Augustus's hand was overwhelmed after withstanding the continuous blows from the divine whip, and cracks appeared on the gun.
Click!
Kungunir completely turned into light particles and disappeared, and Augustus also lost the last source of power to condense the cards.
"I lost." Augustus sighed.
The scene was silent for a moment, then suddenly burst into warm cheers.
"The winner has been chosen!
"The commentator said passionately: "Let us congratulate Jiang Shang for advancing to the finals!
"
In the cheering venue, Jiang Shang smiled and greeted the audience in a friendly manner.
When his eyes fell on Lin Xiao in the audience seat, Jiang Shang's eyes flickered, and he nodded with a smile.
Lin Xiao saw a rare fighting spirit in his eyes.
"The final against Jiang Shang?"
Lin Xiao rubbed his chin, feeling a little weird.
"He doesn't want to lose to me early so that he can retire..."