Cataclysm Hunter: I Have an Experience Points System - Chapter 53 - Overclocked Ghost Tiger, the "Ice Princess" Appears

“Vitalis Entwinement! That student can use Vitalis Entwinement too!”

“How is that possible? Isn’t he just a junior? Didn’t he just start learning Vitalis Martial Transformation?”

“But the ‘Ice Princess’ can do it too, right? Why are you all so shocked?”

“That’s different! I’ve heard Bai Xue’s background is quite extraordinary!”

“Could this kid be a prodigy?”

…

The heated discussions outside didn’t reach Ghost Tiger’s ears. He stared at the energy in Lin Xiao’s hands, his expression somewhat dazed, as if he couldn’t believe it.

“How long have you been learning Vitalis Martial Transformation?”

“About ten days.”

“Really…”

The hunter’s face showed a hint of bitterness, but then he smiled with acceptance.

“You might become an incredible force in the future!”

“Thank you.”

Lin Xiao didn’t pretend to be modest; he accepted the compliment with sincerity.

“Then let’s go! Let’s have a thrilling fight!”

Ghost Tiger understood that now was the closest their abilities would ever be. In the future, when Lin Xiao grew stronger, he wouldn’t even qualify as a worthy opponent. No, even now, he probably wasn’t a match.

Lin Xiao’s energy density was far higher than his. When using Filling, his strength amplified to the point of suppressing Ghost Tiger.

Now, with Vitalis Entwinement, the gap between them would widen even further.

To counter this, Ghost Tiger had to enhance his own strength…

“Ha-!”

Ghost Tiger crouched, energy continuously flowing from within him, adhering to his body, compressing the density of Vitalis Entwinement to the maximum.

He no longer worried about conserving vitalis, unleashing it fully, aiming to amplify his strength to the utmost.

Lin Xiao remained calm, silently waiting for Ghost Tiger’s state to peak.

As the energy flow stabilized, Ghost Tiger raised his eyes.

Without a word exchanged, both vanished from their spots, launching full-force attacks at each other.

Boom-!

Their arms collided, producing a metallic clash.

Compressed air erupted, forming explosive shockwaves in the air.

Ghost Tiger’s state couldn’t last long; time was tight. Without any words, they unleashed their full offensive.

Lin Xiao only entwined vitalis around his limbs, not activating Ash Mode.

Yet, even so…

Ghost Tiger, at his compressed limit, was only equal in strength to Lin Xiao.

A constitution of 25 was far beyond the norm; the energy density was incomparable.

Ghost Tiger’s constitution was 13, already surpassing most students, nearing Zhuang Jianyu, the attribute monster.

But compared to Lin Xiao, the gap was still too wide.

Boom-! Boom-! Boom-!

The two clashed fiercely, their fists and feet never pausing, sending shockwaves that reverberated through the arena.

Whether it was the hunters in the contestant seats or the audience in the stands, everyone held their breath, eyes fixed on the battle.

This was an exceptionally thrilling showdown.

Ghost Tiger’s overclocked performance brought his strength close to the first batch of Sequence 4 teams.

Though delaying for a moment would cause the hunter’s power to plummet significantly, Lin Xiao had no intention of avoiding the confrontation. He faced the challenge head-on, matching Ghost Tiger blow for blow.

No evasion, no retreat, only relentless direct confrontation.

This was an extreme duel of strength and skill, a one-way path destined to determine the victor.

The fierce exchange of blows continued for several minutes, and Ghost Tiger’s energy gradually thinned out.

The intensity of Vitalis Entwinement diminished, unable to sustain a direct confrontation with Lin Xiao.

Bang-!

With Lin Xiao’s straight punch, the energy veil surrounding Ghost Tiger shattered and dissipated, and he was knocked down by the terrifying force, crashing heavily onto the ground.

“Ha… ha…”

Lying on the ground, the hunter gasped for air, staring unfocused at the ceiling, his face filled with exhilaration.

Lin Xiao stood beside him, not rushing him, but smiling gently as he watched.

“I… I lost.”

With those straightforward words, the female host’s voice immediately rang out:

“The winner of the match is the Ash contestant!”

“Oh-!”

Amidst the deafening cheers, Ghost Tiger accepted Lin Xiao’s extended hand and staggered to his feet.

“Kid, did you use your full strength just now?”

“Um…”

Lin Xiao wore a mischievous smile, not answering directly, but Ghost Tiger instantly understood his meaning.

“Damn! Are you even human?!”

The hunter laughed and cursed, waved his hand, and walked off the arena.

“Ash contestant, do you choose to defend the arena or end the challenge?”

“Defend the arena.”

Besides the high payout, Lin Xiao discovered another advantage of the Sequence 4 arena: the rapid increase in experience points.

Ghost Tiger’s physical strength was slightly weaker than Bai Shan, but his overall combat prowess surpassed him.

After all, his battle experience was rich, his Vitalis Martial Transformation was masterful, and he even mastered Vitalis Entwinement.

And how long has the Martial Transformation course been open for third-year students? Being proficient in “Filling” already counts as a genius, let alone “Entwinement.”

Lin Xiao doesn’t count; he’s got a cheat…

The match continued.

Lin Xiao faced his third opponent in the arena, yet his stamina remained abundant, his fighting power undiminished.

The hunters in the contestant seats noticed this too.

“…Are young people these days really this physically extraordinary?”

A curly-haired female hunter took a bite of chocolate, asking with a bewildered expression.

“Don’t take him as a benchmark…”

The buzz-cut male hunter shook his head, sighed helplessly.

“That brat is simply a monster; maybe we’ll get dealt with by him later!”

This statement immediately gained the agreement of other hunters.

“Right, right! Ash is truly outrageous; even fourth-year students aren’t this fierce, are they?”

“Oh dear… who’s planning to go up next?”

“Isn’t it more embarrassing to be successfully defended against by a student?”

“Today, Room 2 doesn’t have the first batch team; it’s frustrating!”

“No, the first batch team is here…” The curly-haired female hunter shook her head, speaking in a somber tone: “But she’s also a third-year student.”

Upon hearing this, the hunters were momentarily stunned, collectively looking towards the entrance.

A girl with black hair cascading to her waist walked in.

Her skin was as white as snow, her face small, with jet-black bangs reaching her brows.

Her delicate features were exquisitely beautiful, like a doll sculpted by a master, refined and perfectly proportioned.

Codename – Bai Xue, also known by the hunters as the “Ice Princess.”

In Sequence 4, truly a strong contender from the first batch team.

Tap… tap… tap…

The girl walked into the room, her gaze unwavering.

Her demeanor was cold and elegant, her face devoid of expression, like a lone blossom on a high cliff, or the chilling snowflakes of a harsh winter.

The hunters fell silent, restraining their emotions.

Perhaps it was an illusion, but it seemed like the room temperature dropped a few degrees with the arrival of the “Ice Princess.”

Without interacting with anyone, Bai Xue sat alone in a corner.

She lifted her head, quietly watching the arena.

Her eyes, like black gemstones, were clear and pure, silently reflecting the two figures locked in fierce combat.

At that moment.

On the arena, the arm of the boy of the same age ignited with Flame Thread.

Bai Xue blinked, and for the first time, a rare hint of surprise appeared on her expressionless face.