Aetheric Chronicles: Reborn As An Extra

Chapter 218: Adrian Vs Aurelius (Extra Vs Main Character)

[ Weekly Bonus Chapter ]

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After the first year's team battle, the other years fought their own battles one after another, each match showcasing the unique skills and strategies of the participants. The audience remained captivated, eagerly awaiting the next event of the tournament: the Individual Combat.

"Ladies and gentlemen, now, we have our first finals of the Individual Combat event!" the announcer's voice boomed across the arena. "In this corner, we have Adrian Lighthaven, the strategist who just led his team to victory in the Team Battle Event!" The crowd erupted in cheers and applause as Adrian stepped forward, his eyes focused, his gaze calm.

"And in the other corner, we have Aurelius Avondale, the prodigy with mastery over all seven elements! You heard it right, all 7 elements!" The audience's excitement grew even louder as Aurelius entered the arena, his calm demeanor and aura of power evident to all.

The two of them stood facing each other, the air between them charged with anticipation. They had both proven their strength and skill in the team battles, but now it was time to see who would emerge victorious in a one-on-one confrontation.

"Are you ready?" the judge called out. Adrian and Aurelius nodded, their eyes locked on each other. "Begin!"

The moment the signal was given, both fighters sprang into action. Aurelius wasted no time, summoning a torrent of fire using a 2-star spell and launching it toward Adrian. Adrian swiftly dodged the fire using Shadow Glide and closed the distance.

However, Aurelius retreated from him using another earth type of spell to hinder his movement. As the fight went on, Adrian realized Aurelius knew he would lose to him in close combat, that's why he was maintaining a safe distance and attacking using different elements making it hard for him to react and counter his moves.

He knew he needed to close the distance if he wanted to have the advantage and win the fight, however, it was really hard to approach Aurelius who had an affinity with all the 7 elements. Not to mention he was really good at using them to control the battle.

Adrian could wait using the hit-and-run tactic till Aurelius was out of Aether, but it wouldn't most likely work against him. Adrian knew Aurelius had a vast amount of Aether though lower than Aria's, it should be two times more than his.

And it would be enough to keep using the spells like this for three or four minutes straight.

Anyway, Aurelius wasn't an idiot so he was using his aether carefully, taking mostly everything into account.

But there was one flaw in Aurelius's decision to fight this way - he couldn't defeat Adrian at this rate too. Adrian could just dodge and counterattack just like he is doing right now till the battle ends. As for the stamina, Adrian might be the one who isn't worried about it in the whole first-year students.

Thus, the two decided to get serious and use their secret moves.

As Aurelius prepared another spell, Adrian took a deep breath, focusing his mind and body. He had one technique from the Path of Subtlety that might catch Aurelius off guard, but it was risky. He needed the perfect moment to execute it.

Aurelius summoned a swirling vortex of wind and ice, aiming to trap Adrian in a small blizzard. The freezing winds whipped around the arena, obscuring vision and chilling the air. Adrian moved with the grace of a shadow, slipping through the storm and closing the distance.

"I won't let you get close," Aurelius muttered, his eyes glowing with determination. He raised his hand, summoning a barrier of earth to block Adrian's path.

Adrian smiled, his hand brushing against the hilt of his dagger.

With a burst of speed, Adrian launched himself into the air, flipping over the earth barrier. Mid-air, he drew his dagger, its blade glinting in the light. Aurelius's eyes moved as he quickly shifted to a defensive stance, summoning a shield of water to deflect the incoming strike.

Adrian's blade met the watery shield, and for a moment, it seemed as if Aurelius's defense would hold. And it did, but that fraction of a moment was enough for Adrian to appear behind Aurelius and sweep his feet to make him fall.

But, Aurelius's instincts kicked in at the last moment, jumping away in the nick of a moment. However, he lost his balance as a result and ended up nearly falling. Not giving up, Adrian used his hands as a spring to throw his body forward and launch a kick aimed at Aurelius's midsection.

Aurelius twisted his body, just barely evading Adrian's kick. He landed on his feet, skidding back several paces, his eyes narrowing as he realized how close Adrian had come to landing a decisive blow.

But he didn't have to time think as Adrian continued following by continuous side and low kicks pushing Aurelius to the corner with each move. Aurelius knew he would end up losing if he didn't do something.

'It's time to use that then, huh...'

Aurelius gritted his teeth, realizing he needed to pull out all the stops if he was going to turn the tide of the battle. With a deep breath, he channeled his aether, feeling the energy surge through him as he prepared to unleash his trump card.

Adrian watched carefully, sensing a change in Aurelius's demeanor. He knew something big was coming and prepared himself to react accordingly.

"Swoosh!"

A sudden burst of aura emanated from Aurelius, sending shockwaves across the fighting arena, even pushing away Adrian for a few steps.

His hair started to turn dark blue, while his aether core took the same color. His aura crackled with visible lightning, the air around him shimmering with dense elemental power.

"L-Look! Student Aurelius is doing something! Something incredible is about to happen!" the announcer exclaimed, the audience on the edge of their seats.

Adrian took a deep breath, steadying himself. He knew this was it—the moment that would decide the match. He couldn't afford to hold back any longer. He focused his mind, calling upon the Path of Subtlety's ultimate technique.

Aurelius, his eyes glowing in deep blue, focused on his aether, feeling it surge through him like a torrent. He knew this was his only chance to turn the tide of the battle. With a deep breath, he lifted his hand and pointed at Adrian.

Then it happened.