Laka was exhausted when he came out of the arena. Nonetheless, he was delighted with such a battle. He lived for this kind of moment. Now, not only he had a lot of fun, he guaranteed his space in the top 8.
The Factions back in the Kizan Universe were all jumping in happiness. They had never been so close to acquiring a Slot of the Dalin Universe before. Because of that, even the factions in opposition to Laka's one couldn't help but feel excited. A Dalin Universe Management Slot would give Laka's faction a lot more power, but it would also help them tremendously. After all, everyone in the Universes managing it would have a free pass into Dalin until the next Heavenly Competition. That also included being able to cultivate until the peak of the Divinity Realm without having to leave.
Laka didn't know about anything like that, though. He immediately entered the time formation and took several healing pills. He still had to recover his lost Spiritual Energy and injuries, which were quite severe. Fabio's Last attack was really powerful, so quite a few of his scales broke as he received some internal injuries. One must remember that he fought against the guy who defeated his own group's seeded participant.
As for Fabio, he didn't really die. It wasn't that Laka didn't go all out, but because Fabio's body was really tough. Right after the Judge announced his defeat, his protector immediately rescued him. However, considering his injuries, Fabio will probably take months to recover.
The arena was quickly fixed by the formations under it. Right after, the Judge announced.
"Luvile Universe, Krune."
"Wavir Universe, Unan Cesenlal."
Unan and Krune quickly entered the arena. Krune, of course, was already in his Wisp Form while Wally watched from outside. With Wally's support, Krune had no need to fear for any ambush at all.
Unan looked at the Rainbow Colored wisp on the other side of the arena. If it was the first fight, he would definitely look at him with contempt. But as Krune advanced between the fights, Unan's expression and opinions about Krune changed. First, his almost unlimited Spiritual Energy supply. It was simply ridiculous high! Second, his control over the elements and laws were simply outstanding. Although Krune doesn't have a fused Major Law, it didn't seem like he was far away from it. Especially after seeing Krune releasing one type of Domain after another in each battle.
Last but not least, Krune's shield would lit up with different elements every time. But above all, they had that Purple Flame effect that everyone talked about. It was obvious that his Shields were made by the famous Jolk. In fact, Unan even suspected that Krune was Jolk himself already. Don't forget that everyone knows that Jolk's real identity is protected by the Wisp Protection Law.
Also, Jolk's equipment at the Stars Path Level was really hard to obtain, but Krune had a total of 38 shields made with the Purple Flame method. How could he not suspect something? Not only him, but the majority who knew a little bit more about the Purple Flame equipments had the same suspicion.
Krune wasn't thinking that much, though. The only thing he wanted was to advance into the last part of the competition. Still, this was the first seeded participant he would be fighting.
The Judge looked at both and then nodded.
"Begin!"
Suddenly, Unan pulled a sword out of his Spatial Ring. When everyone looked at that, they were taken aback. It was one of Jolk's Weapons! This was, in fact, the first time that Unan showed his Purple Flame Sword. It just happened that he got this one during the last auction back in the city. Unan then smiled at Krune before saying.
"I don't know if it was you who created the Purple Flame Equipments or if you are related to the creator. But that doesn't matter since I'll use it to advance into the Heavenly Competition. Don't take it personally."
Krune was also surprised to see such a thing. With Unan showing one of his Purple Flame Equipments, Krune now knew three participants that are still in the Heavenly Competition who are using his creations. The second one was obviously Laka and his Purple Flame Dragon Pearl. The last one was the female cultivator, Sara Qanze, and her pair of Purple Flame Flying Chakrams.
Krune had to admit that Sara's proficiency with this kind of weapon was very good. She probably wouldn't have a problem controlling flying shields if she decided to change it in the future. Of course, the chances that it will happen are almost nonexistent. Until know, Krune hasn't seen anyone who liked to used flying shields like him.
Unan didn't know, but Krune was pondering if he should use Unan's Purple Flame Sword against him or not.
Without giving time for Krune to think, Unan dashed forward. He was a Life Heavenly Fragment Owner before becoming a Heavenly Divine Soul one. That being said, he was better at Light Laws/Elements than any other. Surprisingly though, his Domain was a mix of Light and Dark Elements/Laws.
"Chaos Domain!"
This was also the first time Unan released a fused element Domain in the competition. Until now, he had only used a Light Type one.
The Chaos Domain immediately surrounded Krune as the Light and Dark laws suppressed his cultivation and power. Unan then appeared in front of Krune in the next moment. He didn't know why Krune wasn't moving, nor did he care. He would finish it with his surprise Chaos Domain, not giving his opponent any chance.
Too bad, though...
'Alright, I don't know if there are more competitors with my Purple Flame Equipments hidden. But even if there are, it should be one or at most two. If not, it is only Laka and Sara. Since that's the case, it's time to show that one cannot use my weapons against me.
Light and Dark Laws/Elements came slashing down against Krune as Chaos Energy raged out of Unan's body.
However...
*Puchi!*
Suddenly, Unan's own Sword changed direction and pierced his own heart! It was just too sudden. The Sword Slash was basically in front of Krune; nothing should have stopped Unan at that point. So why did Unan suddenly auto-destroyed? No one could understand.
Well, no one except for Krune and Unan. At that last moment, Unan felt a force coming from deep inside of the Sword. It felt like it gained sentience, completely escaping his control! No one could say that Unan was careless. In fact, he was keeping his attention at max! He really felt that something was fishy, but he had never considered the possibility of his weapon attacking himself.
In the end, he was too cautious for his own good. Unan's Domain quickly collapsed, and his concentrated laws dissipated. He fell his knees right after as he vomited a mouthful of blood! He slowly looked at Krune and then at the Sword on his chest. In the end, he smiled bitterly.
"You can control your own Purple Flame Equipments..."
Krune didn't try to deny it.
"Yeap. I'm the creator, so how could I allow others to use it against me?"
Everyone's expressions changed after that. Krune can control his equipments? But first of all, there is no way the Purple Flame Equipment owners wouldn't check them. In fact, their Divinity Realm protectors examined the weapons for them, making sure that there was nothing inside that could be used against their participants. Just how did he do it then?
Krune looked at the Judge before asking.
"Is this the end?"
The Judge quickly came back to himself and nodded.
"Krune from Luvile Universe Wins!"
No one could blame Krune for it. The fact that Unan had his weapon's control taken over was his fault alone. There are no rules saying that you can't control the opponent's weapon to start with.
Unan's protector quickly appeared on his side. He then removed the Sword as he sealed Unan's injury. Unan is already in the Paek Divine Path Realm. Having his heart being stabbed isn't enough to kill him straight away. Of course, he had to be treated as soon as possible. Otherwise, he would indeed die.
As Krune made his way out of the arena, he also commented.
"There is no need to worry. I haven't put anything inside my Purple Flame Equipments to make them act against their owner. It's just that the power used to create them can't act against the source. Simply put, other than against me, they won't act like this against anyone else. Well, it is still up to you all whether you want to use them in other battles or not."
Krune didn't care if the cultivators and demon beasts everywhere would throw his Purple Flame Equipments away or keep them. He has already become pretty much self-sufficient, after all. He can totally provide for his own needs here and in the future. Besides, Krune isn't afraid of not being able to sell more Purple Flame Equipments. Even if someone thought that it would be risky to have it turning against you, others would still think that as long as they aren't close to Krune, that would be fine.
What are the chances of bumping into Krune in an entire Universe? Or better, for those who bought his Purple Flame Equipments and left the Dalin Universe, would they ever encounter Krune in their lives? Difficult! Too Difficult!
Just like that, Krune advanced in the competition. It was by far the easiest battle between all that happened until now.
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