Sealed Divine Throne II: Twin Sons of Dragon
Chapter 295 - 146 Disciple in Name_2

Chapter 295: Chapter 146 Disciple in Name_2

"It’s not to say that the four basic elemental attributes are not important. In fact, their interplay is much more dynamic. Take combination magic as an example, it becomes significantly easier when it is employed using the fundamental elements. Although I haven’t delved deep into this, it is evident that elemental compatibility is much more readily apparent within the basic elements. Even between water and fire, transformation from one to the other is possible. While fire and water elements are conflicting in nature, a sufficiently intense fire can convert water into its fuel. However, such exchange between light and darkness is absolutely impossible. Thus, ’Water-Fire Common Origin Magic’ can still be applied. But have you ever heard of combination magic between light and darkness?"

"Also, Dangdang! You’ve practiced the ’Illusionary Heart Diversion Technique’, haven’t you?" Wu Di asked Long Dangdang.

Long Dangdang nodded, saying, "Yes, I have completed the first rank of cultivation for it."

Wu Di said: "This Cultivation Technique is important for you, you must strive to practice it well. Your unique speciality of assigning specific elements to individual clones is unparalleled, and extremely compatible with ’Illusionary Heart Diversion’. Once you cultivate this technique to a level equivalent to the number of your clones, your potential for combination magic will outshine that of little Zisang Liuying."

"Yes!" Long Dangdang replied. Ever since he completed the first stage of the Illusionary Heart Diversion Technique, he had lost focus and spent less time on it, directing more attention towards improving his spiritual power with his brother and cousin. But now, listening to Wu Di, it seemed that the Illusionary Heart Diversion Technique would hold a more significant impact on the elevation of his abilities.

Wu Di said: "Although my research on combination magic isn’t extensive, I clearly understand its fundamentals. You must remember, having more elemental attributes combined does not always mean better results. It’s about matching the best ingredients. Like the two spells you used today, they were both dual-element combination magic. I believe many students from Spirit Furnace Academy are able to perform dual-element combination. But they couldn’t apply it as ingeniously as you. Your method of creating a third combination magic effect on your opponents was truly fitting. You need to explore the elements continuously, especially the changes they undergo during combination. Also, for combination magic, it doesn’t need equal levels of elemental power to combine. You should control it well and provide whatever amount is needed, and the changes will follow as required. This is what brings out the versatile effects of combination magic. Understand?"

Long Dangdang’s eyes were exceptionally bright, nodding continually. Wu Di’s every word hit the mark, explaining the essence of magic from a high-level perspective, bringing him great benefits. Zisang Liuying, standing at the side, also agreed continuously.

As if Wu Di intentionally wanted to impart some knowledge, he didn’t avoid Zitang Liuying and further elaborated on some principles of elemental control, giving them some general pointers. After this tutoring session, he told Long Dangdang to contact him once he awakened the darkness element. Wu Di was undoubtedly the best in darkness element manipulation. Wu Di also told him, that there are commonalities among all elements, if he could understand the darkness element thoroughly, it would greatly benefit his control over other elements.

Before parting, Wu Di reminded him again to focus more on the Illusionary Heart Diversion Technique, to at least align the skill with his clone count, otherwise this would be a waste of his talent. This will also be the best approach to boost his abilities.

However, after returning to the dormitory, Long Dangdang was not going to cultivate the Illusionary Heart Diversion Technique immediately. There isn’t time for last-minute practice as his match with Zisang Liuying was tomorrow. Maintaining his optimal condition was most important at present. As for whether he’d win or lose, he put little thought into it, doing his utmost was his primary concern. Dealing with an all-rounded mage like Zisang Liuying was no simple matter.

The next day, right after breakfast, the three cousins returned to the grand arena.

The Demon Hunting Team Selection Competition had entered its final stage. The semi-finals would see the ’Elements Saintess’ Zisang Liuying face off against Long Dangdang, and ’Divine Maiden’ Menglu against the ’Thunder Sword Saint’ Tang Leiguang.

Without a doubt, the first-year students from Spirit Furnace Academy held a dazzling presence. The top four participants were all first-year students, each belonging to one of the four Great Sanctuaries: the Knight, Mage, Warrior, and Priest.

By the time the trio arrived at the grand arena, Zisang Liuying and her teammates had already shown up.

Zisang Liuying took the initiative to walk over upon seeing them, with Tang Leiguang, Chu Yu, and Cai Caijuan trailing behind her.

Zisang Liuying stopped only when she stood in front of Ling Menglu. As the most outstanding representative of this generation in the Spirit Furnace Academy, the two young women locked eyes, both dwelling a complex look.

After a silence that lasted over ten seconds, Zisang Liuying finally said, "Menglu, do you remember? We made a promise when we were little - that we would always be together in the future, whether in a demon hunting team or anything else. I’ve never taken those words as child’s play."

Ling Menglu did not respond, but a hint of remorse flashed in her beautiful eyes.

"This is our last chance. Join my team. Both of you should join. I will find a way to persuade the higher-ups to let Long Kongkong join as well. We will form a demon hunting team. What do you think?"

Ling Menglu sighed lightly and shook her head.

She understood what Zisang Liuying meant, to join her demon hunting team, with her as the leader. But that’s something Long Dangdang and Long Kongkong wouldn’t want. Zisang Liuying’s intention was already clear, she had to be the team leader.

Zisang Liuying took a deep breath, seemingly having anticipated this outcome, but she couldn’t resist trying one last time today. She turned to Long Dangdang and said, "At first, I couldn’t understand why Menglu would choose you and even give up on me to choose you. However, after interacting with you, whether on the battlefield or during the demon hunting team selection, I have to admit, both of you brothers are very excellent and have great potential. You are only fifteen, at least a year and a half younger than us. If you were the same age, I think you would not be inferior to us. Maybe she was right, a good knight might seem to have similar strength, but in reality, a good knight is truly rare. Ever since the time when you accompanied her to face death valiantly, I knew it was impossible to separate you two. However, to this day, I still believe that I am more suited to Menglu. The best combination would be her and I."

Long Dangdang calmly looked at Zisang Liuying and said, "You are very strong, both in talent and strength. You are right, at least at the current stage you and Menglu would be the strongest combination. However, as I said when I came to see you the other day, if you are willing to give up the position of team leader, we can merge without problems. I’ll handle my brother’s issues. The reason I don’t want you as the team leader is not because of a power struggle, but because of your overpowering personality. In the face of battle, you may not be able to remain sufficient calm. Of course, there wouldn’t be any problem if your strength completely overpowers the opponent, but we can’t always expect to be in a favorable battle situation. Therefore, you aren’t suited to be the team leader."

Zisang Liuying’s face changed continuously upon hearing his candid words, and rapidly turned cold. She turned to Ling Menglu, asking, "Is that what you think too?"

Ling Menglu sighed, "Those are my thoughts. Even I am not suitable. Dangdang is better in this aspect, and he is a knight."

Zisang Liuying’s eyes widened, "Do you want him to command me?"

Ling Menglu frowned, "Are you looking down on him?"

Zisang Liuying took another deep breath, seemingly calming her emotions. Then she coldly glared at Long Dangdang, "See you on the battlefield!"