Work Prophet
Chapter 524 - 142: Clash

Chapter 524: Chapter 142: Clash

Perhaps only by standing in front of the Earth Bear himself could one fully grasp the terrifying oppression exuding from his presence.

Not to mention his adversary now, Sir Irelia, was at an immense disadvantage in terms of size.

The sight evoked in the minds of the spectators an image of a brown bear hunting a rabbit.

Silver Hand even took a sharp breath, and said to Kieren beside him, "That’s it, looks like we need to find a new employer. That Earth Bear is just too strong, even more terrifying than the rumors suggest."

Kieren was also frightened, but he quickly regained his composure, "Sir Irelia has been blessed by Saturday. She will be invincible on the battlefield."

"Do you actually believe that crap?" Silver Hand couldn’t help but roll his eyes, "Even if Saturday herself showed up, she might not be able to beat the Earth Bear.

After a pause, he added, "And it’s not as though you’re the only ones with backing; they have their own too."

While he was speaking, the Priest of Cornelia also entered the Duel Arena with a Maid.

The Earth Bear immediately kneeled on one knee upon seeing the Female Priest, and Cornelia stood in front of him, placing a hand on his head to bless him.

As she finished the incantations, flames suddenly blazed up on the Earth Bear’s great sword, turning it into a sword of fire.

There was a moment of shock among the crowd, which then erupted into an unprecedented cheer.

In the previous days, it had been Irelia and the backing of the Double Rest Sect that were displaying miracles, while Cornelia had simply sat in the stands without moving.

Just as the spectators were starting to feel disappointed with the Life Church, the Female Priest finally showed her hand.

And since the Royal Capital was the stronghold of the Life Church, nearly half the people present that day were devotees of the Life Goddess, and they were instantly boiling with excitement after witnessing this miraculous scene.

Some people were so moved that they prostrated themselves on the ground, incessantly calling upon the divine names of Cornelia and goddess Valria.

The Female Priest then gave Miss Rabbit a glance and said indifferently, "It’s a pity Merlin isn’t here today. Otherwise, I would’ve liked to exchange a few words with him."

The Lady sneered disdainfully, thinking, "Psh, it’s just summoning flames; it’s not like I can’t do it."

As she thought this, she took out a lighter, flicked the wheel, and then, a small flame popped up.

The girl looked at the flame the size of her fingernail, and then at the roaring blaze on the Earth Bear’s sword, okay, in terms of impressiveness, the opponent won.

But today wasn’t about who had the bigger flame.

"Prophet Merlin doesn’t need to lift a finger; I can defeat your man all the same," Miss Rabbit said.

Cornelia, without arguing with the Lady, simply responded, "Then allow me to witness whatever skill you possess."

After speaking, she left the Duel Arena with the Maid.

As the judge approached to inspect the weapons of the two combatants, the Lady suddenly had a spur of inspiration.

"Wait, I want to perform a ritual too. Please, Saturday, grant me strength."

The judge nodded and took two steps back, signaling for the girl to proceed. Miss Rabbit looked defiantly at the Earth Bear.

"Since Priest Cornelia has shown me her ability to control flames, I will choose something you’re good at to demonstrate to you how powerful Saturday is," she said.

Ireya, while speaking, pointed to a large tree outside the Duel Arena, "I hear your strength is formidable. Can you chop down that tree with a single sword strike?"

The Earth Bear followed the girl’s indicating finger and furrowed his brow.

The trunk was very thick, difficult for one person to even wrap their arms around, let alone chop through with a single sword strike.

The Earth Bear was very confident in his own strength; even before encountering the Priest of Cornelia, he was already incredibly strong. With the help of the Bloodline Potion, his strength had reached new heights.

On the Bratis Continent, the Earth Bear did not believe anyone could surpass him in strength.

What he could not do, surely no one else could.

Thus, he snorted coldly, "What nonsense are you spouting?"

The referee also reminded, "Sir Ireya, you have already entered the Duel Arena. According to the rules, you cannot leave before the outcome of the match has been decided."

"No worries, I’ll just call someone over to enlighten that big, dumb fellow over there."

Cornelia was already at the edge of the Duel Arena but stopped in her tracks upon hearing this. Emperor Edward II in the stands also showed interest at this time.

"Chopping down a tree with one sword strike, especially a large tree—I too am curious to see this."

Since His Majesty had spoken, the referee naturally had no reason to interfere any further.

The Lady feigned contemplation for a moment before pointing to Jude, "You, go chop down that tree."

Jude nodded his head, and the crowd voluntarily made way for him, allowing him to proceed to the tree with the Holy Sword East City in hand.

Jude first prayed to Saturday and then cleared the people behind the tree.

Starting the chainsaw, the Holy Sword emitted a roar and a thunderous noise, startling those around him.

Then they saw Jude wielding the strangely flat sword, striking towards the large tree in front of him. His movements were not fast, nor was the swing wide.

But the next moment, a miracle occurred. The thin blade pierced into the trunk. Although not fast, it steadily moved forward and in a short while protruded from the other side of the trunk, chopping the large tree clean in half.

Afterward, Jude placed his hand on the trunk and gently pushed, the upper half of the large tree crashing down.

The whole process seemed effortless. Jude hadn’t even broken a sweat.

A wave of astonished murmurs once again erupted from the crowd, and at this moment, the Earth Bear was also silenced.

A gleam flashed in Emperor Edward II’s eyes as he asked, "Brave warrior, step forward and speak. What is your name, which family are you from, and why did you not register to participate in this duel tournament?"

Emperor Edward II had thrown out several questions in quick succession, yet Jude responded indifferently, "I am but an unknown soldier, granted this power by Saturday, and I shall forever follow Prophet Merlin."

Upon hearing this, Edward II couldn’t help feeling a sense of regret. This was the second time he had been rebuffed, and now he also started to suspect that Ferdinand’s reluctance to become his retainer was likely related to that Prophet Merlin.

And there was Ireya as well—they seemed to hold a profound devotion to this certain Saturday.

Jude then used a small knife to carve the Divine Pattern of Saturday onto the fallen trunk and had Ireya pray for the second time.

Finally, the referee could inspect the weapons and Armor of both parties. Once confirmed there were no issues, he positioned the two at opposite ends of the Duel Arena, waiting for the duel to begin.