"Resurrection Divine Spell."
A flash of excitement crossed Zhou Haoyu's eyes. Though it was only a one-time use, this was still the Resurrection Divine Spell!
Its value far surpassed that of a natural Soul-seed.
The body of the Weeping White Demon had already been shattered, yet its flesh tumor still floated upon the surface of the water. Zhou Haoyu used Telekinesis to retrieve it.
By this time, Guan Yu had already been cornered by three Warrior-level sea monsters, his body covered in bloody wounds, utterly disheveled.
[Unlock condition: Fulfilled.]
[Unlocking…]
[Reward obtained: Top-grade Soul-cultivation Vessel (Wind element).]
Zhou Haoyu wore an expression of doubt—why had Guan Yu's treasure chest suddenly opened?
After a moment's thought, he realized it was likely because all three of those sea monsters were under his control.
And now, with Guan Yu almost entirely powerless to resist, it counted as being defeated by him.
He had originally planned to wait until Guan Yu advanced into High-level before challenging him to a proper duel, but fate had taken an unexpected turn, fulfilling the unlock condition.
"So it's a Soul-cultivation Magic Tool… a pity it isn't Ice element."
A Soul-cultivation Vessel could enhance a mage's cultivation speed. Most young Super-level mages had one.
Zhou Haoyu didn't lack Soul-cultivation vessels himself—the Candle Dragon Vessel already carried such effects.
But if it had been an Ice-element vessel, it would have been perfect for Mu Ningxue.
With both the Soul-cultivation Magic Tool and the Ice Crystal Bow Fragment, Mu Ningxue could break through to Super-level Ice in a short period of time.
"A Wind-element Soul-cultivation Magic Tool is fine too. It might save me a portion of resources when breaking through to Super-level."
Unlocking two treasure chests in quick succession left Zhou Haoyu refreshed and spirited.
The next moment, his gaze abruptly locked onto the three sea monsters surrounding Guan Yu.
Under the control of his spiritual will, all three were frozen mid-motion, a sharp tail spike mere inches from piercing Guan Yu's throat.
If Zhou Haoyu hadn't intervened, Guan Yu might have died on the spot.
With a squeeze of his hand in the void, the three Warrior-level sea monsters had their heads crushed to pulp instantly.
"To last this long under siege by three Warrior-level beasts—you've already done well enough."
Finishing his words, Zhou Haoyu tossed over a bottle of healing potion.
Guan Yu hurriedly caught it, and without hesitation poured it down his throat.
The healing potion's effects came quickly—his injuries visibly mended before their eyes.
"Captain, I'll leave Nan Rongni to you."
Saying this, Guan Yu immediately used Wind Track to rush back up to the rooftop, not daring to linger a second longer down below.
Damn it, what rotten luck!
The moment he came down, he ran into three Warrior-level ambushers—he was almost traumatized for life!
Zhou Haoyu turned and looked toward Nan Rongni. She was already using Healing Sprites to stabilize the wound on her chest.
But the tentacle impaling her calf had yet to be removed, leaving her in a pitiful state.
Zhou Haoyu felt no sympathy. This was all of her own making—it would serve as a lesson.
After the tentacle was removed, the Healing Sprites continued tending her wounds, the hole the size of a child's fist knitting rapidly.
Zhou Haoyu ground the Weeping White Demon's flesh tumor into powder, then applied it onto her injury.
Once the wound was under control, Nan Rongni raised her head, looking at Zhou Haoyu with gratitude.
"Captain, it's all thanks to you arriving in time, otherwise I would have been finished."
"No problem, as long as you're alright."
Zhou Haoyu only smiled faintly, though in his heart he muttered—why did it feel like he was the villain here?
If Nan Rongni knew it was all part of his scheme, she might just cough blood from rage on the spot.
When her condition had stabilized somewhat, Zhou Haoyu took her hand, instantly teleporting them both back onto the rooftop.
He set Nan Rongni down on an empty spot, then turned to Ai Jiangtu and said:
"Old Ai, you're responsible for keeping the others safe. I'll go hunt the sea monsters."
With both Guan Yu and Nan Rongni gravely wounded, the others certainly didn't dare act rashly.
Zhou Haoyu had already swept the area with his spiritual sense—there were four Commander-level sea monsters nearby.
Once those four were eliminated, their squad would likely rise to Four-star district level.
"Alright." Ai Jiangtu nodded solemnly.
Without another word, Zhou Haoyu stepped onto a crimson longsword, darting swiftly between the high-rises.
Each time he skimmed close over the water's surface, the sea monsters below either had their skulls skewered by the flying sword, were struck dead by thunder, or burned to ashes in fire.
The hunters stationed on other rooftops all witnessed this sight, each wearing expressions of disbelief.
Such a straightforward, overwhelming combat style utterly defied their understanding.
"Four Commander-levels… and so many Warrior-level as well…"
Lai Hengbao glanced at the hunting tally, his face filled with shock—and even a trace of fear.
"All of these were killed by you alone?" Lai Hengbao could hardly believe it.
If it were a Super-level mage, he wouldn't question it.
But this person before him couldn't possibly be a Super-level mage.
To have slain so many sea monsters even under the tide surge—such strength placed him firmly among the very peak of High-level mages.
"Could that kind of thing even be faked?" Zhou Haoyu replied blandly.
Lai Hengbao felt a sudden chill crawl up his spine, his body bending into a deeper bow on instinct.
"These are more than enough to promote you all to Four-star District Team. Your upgrade speed has basically set a new record for Sea Battle City. If you're willing to stay, you'll definitely become the strongest District Team in time."
Lai Hengbao's tone turned ingratiating.
"Not interested."
Since the trial mission was already complete, Zhou Haoyu had no interest in lingering here further.
Next, all he needed to do was cultivate while waiting for the Mentor Group to arrive.
As for Zu Jiming, the fact that he had harmed his teammates was ironclad—being expelled from the team was the lighter punishment. Prison was highly likely.
After all, the Jiang family behind Jiang Shaoxu would never let this slide. Without a doubt, they would demand an explanation from the Zu family.
Right now, the Zu family's higher-ups must have been as anxious as ants on a hot pan. This matter would inevitably bring considerable negative impact to their clan.
After all, Zu Jiming had been put forward by the Zu family's own recommendation. Now that he had caused such trouble, they had no choice but to take responsibility.
"Zu Jiming, tell me—how do you think your Zu clan will deal with you?"
Zhao Manyan looked at the listless Zu Jiming before him, a mocking smile tugging at his lips.
Zu Jiming said nothing, though deep down he had already guessed the answer.
Though he was of Zu family direct bloodline, he wasn't among the true core. The only real support he had was an aunt who served as Secretary-General.
This incident would not only decide his own fate, but could very well drag his aunt down with him.
His ability to enter the National Institute Team had been nine parts her credit.
Poison-element mages might be rare, but across the national academies, finding a few Poison mages stronger than Zu Jiming was not difficult.
More importantly, Zu Jiming's Poison element had shown nothing of brilliance in his hands.
He was simply an ordinary Poison mage—completely replaceable.
At least Guan Yu still had an arm-guard that boosted his melee ability. Zu Jiming, on the other hand, was entirely propped up by "my Secretary-General aunt."
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