Facing Calderon’s inquiry, Mike had only one thought: I’m screwed!
He had used Fate’s Reversal, and so had Calderon.
One after the other, both had 5 seconds of invincibility left.
However, thanks to All Things Grow’s [Autumn Wind] and [Winter Wood] effects, Mike had
not only restored his health but also gained a massive shield.
Combined with Force of Nature’s [Bloodthirsty Desire], Mike’s maximum health had increased significantly!
In other words, Calderon couldn’t kill Mike within those five seconds!
But by the same logic, Mike couldn’t kill Calderon either!
At this moment, Mike finally understood why Shadow Nine had said Fate’s Reversal was an unlucky skill!
First, encountering a situation where you need to use Fate’s Reversal is already unlucky.
Second, it’s even unluckier when Fate’s Reversal is in the enemy’s hands!
The battle wasn’t over yet.
Mike had anticipated that he might not be able to kill Calderon directly, so he had prepared a contingency.
Before casting All Things Grow, he had calculated the number of [Perfect Aim] triggers!
In other words, this time, All Things Grow would 100% trigger [Reincarnation Shadow]! “All Things Grow!”
Mike didn’t need All Things Grow to kill; he just needed to survive these five seconds. “Autumn Wind!” freēwēbηovel.c૦m
Calderon’s movements slowed slightly, he’s deceleration was equivalent to Mike gaining acceleration.
Mike tried to widen the distance between them, but Calderon stuck to him, throwing punches non-stop.
Boom-
When Calderon landed the first punch, Mike had a counter ready.
“Lightning Phantom Form!”
This move should make him immune to physical damage… right?
Seeing Mike use Lightning Phantom Form, Shadow Nine showed a sinister smile and muttered to himself,
“Back in the day, Calderon faced an opponent who was immune to physical damage. In his rage, he comprehended a move.”
“Rage Punch!”
Calderon punched Mike in the chest, and Mike felt his soul being severely damaged.
His soul screamed, “Ow!”
The next second, he immediately canceled Lightning Phantom Form.
Since he couldn’t shake off Calderon, Mike decided not to dodge anymore and went head-on!
After all, when Fate’s Reversal ended, Calderon would be defeated!
Mike’s task was to survive the next 3.86 seconds!
Boom-
Boom-
The two exchanged dozens of blows in an instant, attacking each other without defense!
Initially, Mike, being a mage, was at a clear disadvantage.
In close combat, he had little chance of beating Calderon!
Even Shadow Nine would stand no chance against Calderon at this range!
But the problem was, Calderon wasn’t using any weapons, while Mike wielded the Thunderclap Hammer.
Mike decided to do nothing but swing the Thunderclap Hammer at Calderon’s head!
Thus, Mike and Calderon engaged in close combat for a full three seconds.
Mike appeared uninjured, but Calderon had a large bump on his head, looking like he had grown a horn.
Before both their Fate’s Reversal ended, Calderon punched Mike away.
Calderon’s aura surged, his vitality increasing.
Clearly, he wanted to make one last struggle before Fate’s Reversal ended!
But Mike wouldn’t give him the chance!
“Spring Rain!”
“Summer Blaze!”
“Chaotic Lightning!”
This time, Mike controlled the timing of Chaotic Lightning.
Four bolts of Chaotic Lightning fell in succession, ensuring Calderon’s health bar hit zero!
Moreover, Mike noticed that after the continuous battle and using Fate’s Reversal, Calderon no longer had any elemental immunity armor left!
Now it was Mike’s turn to dominate!
In a short time, Mike summoned lightning to strike Calderon.
Boom-
A lightning bolt capable of destroying everything hit, engulfing Calderon.
The surrounding black mist surged, swallowing Calderon completely, then dissipated.
A fully restored Calderon reappeared before Mike, even the bump on his head was gone. Meanwhile, Mike, with multiple soft tissue injuries, looked pale and struggled to stand.
Although Mike had won the battle,
He had paid a heavy price!
Mike looked at Shadow Nine in the black mist, forcing a smile, “Can you heal me too?”
Mike also wanted to be fully restored.
“Sure,” Shadow Nine replied, drawing his blade.
Before Mike could protest, Shadow Nine slashed him with it.
Mike was struck by Shadow Nine’s slash.
Mike closed his eyes, then opened them again, alive and well!
Completely unharmed, Mike was very “pleased” with Shadow Nine’s “healing.”
“Great job with the healing, but next time, no more of that!”
Calderon looked at Mike and said proudly, “You won.”
Mike didn’t know what to say for a moment.
Only after fighting Calderon did he understand the terrifying pressure of his close combat!
In pure melee, Mike had no chance of winning!
This battle had been anything but easy for Mike.
Moreover… Mike suspected Calderon had held back!
Since they had agreed to three fights, Calderon had no reason to go all out in the first one.
Calderon didn’t care about winning two out of three; he just wanted the strongest opponent
and to defeat them!
In other words, Calderon was willing to be a sparring partner in this fight to push Thor to his limits and make him stronger!
Then, he wanted to defeat his opponent at their strongest state.
That was Calderon’s true intention.
Mike had no idea how to win the next fight.
This battle had left him exhausted, wanting to go back and sleep, with no energy to review the
fight.
With Calderon’s promise, the black mist began to gather, and Shadow Nine’s figure merged
into Mike’s shadow.
Mike looked at Calderon and asked, “Do you mind if I make a call?”
Calderon nodded, “Go ahead.”
Out of combat, Calderon was a kind and gentle elder.
Mike took out the Magic Conch and tapped it, “Hello, hello?”
On the other end, Maxen’s voice came through,
“Hello, hello, can you hear me, Three of a kind?”
Mike was stunned. Three of a Kind?
There was the sound of chips clinking from the Magic Conch.
A deep voice said, “Call.”
Who was that?
Mike looked at the Magic Conch.
On the other end, Maxen seemed to have put it on speaker.
[Archdemon: Call]
[Second Demon God: 50,000 gold coins]
[Fifth Demon God: Raise, full house, kings over tens, I win!]
[Fifth Demon God: I don’t want gold coins, but you has to hit me 12 times with all your might,
and Nightmare Blade and Twilight count as 6 hits each!]
[Second Demon God: Easy there, don’t break the table. It’s worth more than your head!]
Mike: …
I spent a fortune to get you to infiltrate the First Abyss.
And what do you do? You end up playing poker with the demon gods!
Mike felt a mix of emotions.
Fortunately, the Magic Conch had a voice-changing function, so Mike wasn’t worried about
his identity being exposed.
Mike cleared his throat and said calmly, “I just had a fight with Calderon.”
On the other end of the Magic Conch, all sounds instantly ceased. Through the Magic Conch, Mike could almost see everyone perking up their ears.
Finally, Maxen couldn’t hold back and asked, “What was the result?”
The other three demon gods couldn’t help but give him a thumbs-up. Good job, buddy!
He asked what everyone wanted to know.
Mike took out two gold coins and rubbed them in front of the Magic Conch, not answering
immediately.
After a while, Maxen spoke again, “They’ve all paid up. You can tell us now.”
Clearly, the three demon gods were very curious about the answer.
Even if it cost them more money, they were willing!
A potential Supreme Being of humanity fighting the top Ultimate Lord of humanity…
Even a bit of information was worth a fortune to them!
Maxen was eager to know the answer too. Mike calmly said, “I won, decisively!”