Divine Convenience Store-Chapter 242: Two Versus One

Heeding her words, Zhou Rui and Yan Wei sat cross-legged as they circulated their spiritual energy for quicker recovery. They had their units on standby while Xiaoyu faced the crowd with an excited grin.

Within her Celestial Field, the [Jade Serenade] and the [Moonlit Dancer] gracefully moved as the two performed music and dance.

It was alluring enough that if not for the divine-grade formation protecting the stage, spirit stones would've been thrown from the audience in appreciation over the [Celestial Idol] units.

"Look at you, dear customers. Have you no shame?" She teasingly said, causing many to be flustered and embarrassed.

But despite that, they're still eagerly watching the performance.

Meanwhile, the golden screen above continued tracking the duelists' spiritual energy with merciless precision. In less than a few minutes, with focused recovery, Yan Wei went up to 70% while Zhou Rui gradually caught up with the effect of Spirit Rejuvenating Tea at 65%.

The Bulletin Board thread [UnrivaledGale's Challenge – Yan Wei vs. Zhou Rui Rematch] was a wildfire, some hailing Xiaoyu as the "Duel Queen" even though most of them were only relying on narration of those within the audience.

Finding his recovery enough, Yan Wei stood up, his rapier covered with his greenish spiritual energy.

After that, he pulled another card, summoning a new Unit to join his [Voidflame Salamander].

A Level 3 Unit - [Azure-winged Griffin] materialized and roared alongside the salamander.

"You're tough, Xiaoyu, but this young master will not be defeated here!"

Zhou Rui also finished his recovery as he stood up with his [Celestial Manticore] ready to pounce and his Celestial Wind Saber humming with crimson-colored energy.

The two of them set aside their rivalry as they found Xiaoyu the bigger threat.

Zhou Rui moved in sync with Yan Wei and summoned a [Starfire Hatchling], its small body agilely flying towards Xiaoyu's [Moonlit Dancer].

"Miss Xiaoyu, don't blame us for working together. We can feel it, you're stronger than you look."

With Xiaoyu's cultivation only at the 8th Level, nearing the 9th Level Spirit Condensation Stage, she's at least 2 minor realms lower than the two who are sitting at the peak.

Yet, despite that disparity, they could sense how dense and pure Xiaoyu's spiritual energy is. They feel like they're matched against someone at the Foundation Establishment Stage.

Soon, Zhou Rui's [Celestial Manticore]'s spiked tail lashed as it charged, aiming to pin Xiaoyu.

Xiaoyu's grin didn't falter at that sight and a hint of reckless joy flashed in her eyes as though she were someone who thrived in chaos.

She sidestepped the manticore's attack and kicked it away before saying, "Oh, dear customers, you're making this fun! But you're not the only ones with tricks!"

She played a [Harmonic Chorus] spell, making her Celestial Field glow with a radiant emerald light.

The volume of the [Jade Serenade]'s music rose as it weaved a protective barrier that deflected Yan Wei's salamander's flames.

Meanwhile, the [Moonlit Dancer] spun gracefully, its silken ribbons slicing through the air to entangle the [Starfire Hatchling].

The crowd gasped as the cute summon flickered as its movements slowed by the dancer's hypnotic sway.

However, the two geniuses of their respective sects weren't discouraged. Wielding their weapons, they charged towards Xiaoyu as they fully exerted sects' foundational techniques.

Bloodshadow Arts – Severing Tide! A crimson wave ejected from Zhou Rui's Celestial Wind Saber, aiming to cut through the [Jade Serenade]'s barrier.

Azure Gale Arts – Windbreaking Strike! Yan Wei's rapier seemingly extended as it followed behind the crimson tide of Zhou Rui's attack.

Xiaoyu didn't attempt to dodge them. Instead, she settled on a stance, raising her arms with her fingers curling into claws.

With a boom of spiritual energy, she kicked the ground, launching herself towards the two, flexing her newly mastered [Tempest Claw Technique].

Despite being unarmed, she met the saber and rapier with just her bare hands and deflected them both.

A flicker of surprise blanketed Zhou Rui and Yan Wei's faces. They didn't hold back at all. And yet, they're the ones being pushed back.

And as that was happening, the stage erupted in a whirlwind of spiritual energy.

The [Jade Serenade] and the [Moonlit Dancer] squared off against four [Celestial Beast] units, two of which were Level 4.

Once the effect of [Harmonic Chorus] wore off, the [Void Salamander] and [Celestial Manticore] took the opportunity to rip the [Moonlit Dancer] into two, turning it into motes of light as it disappeared.

As for the Azure-winged Griffin, it circled behind Xiaoyu, aiming to hit her on her blindside.

Xiaoyu's eyes flashed with defiance as she sensed the griffin's approach.

The crowd held their breath as they watched the golden scoreboard update duelists' dwindling spiritual reserves: Xiaoyu at 72%, Yan Wei at 65%, Zhou Rui at 60%.

Looking down, the stage was already a maelstrom of clashing energies, but the divine-grade formation was strong enough to contain the chaos of summoned units and techniques.

Since she got interrupted, Xiaoyu didn't pursue the two and retreated behind. With a flick of her wrist, another card appeared in her hand.

It was another Spell Card – [Starlit Veil].

This time, it was an instantaneous shield that wrapped her and her units in a translucent emerald haze.

The [Azure-winged Griffin]'s talons slashed through the air, sending the beast hurtling into the stage's edge. It almost disappeared from being out of Yan Wei's Celestial Field, but the young master followed after it..

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Momentarily stunned, the griffin screeched as it flapped its wings wildly to regain balance.

"Nice try, Young Master Yan!" Xiaoyu called, her voice laced with playful mockery. "But you'll need more than a sneaky bird to catch me off guard!"

Yan Wei's scowl deepened, his rapier trembling with suppressed frustration. "Tch! You're slippery, Xiaoyu, I'll give you that. But this young master's not out of tricks!"

He drew another card, his spiritual energy dipping as he summoned a [Obsidian Flame Tiger], a Level 2 unit. Its black fur was streaked with glowing red veins, and flames danced along its massive paws.

It could've been a Level 3 Unit, but because of its size, it was reduced to that.

Zhou Rui adjusted his stance, his Celestial Wind Saber glowing brighter as he poured more spiritual energy into his gear. "Miss Xiaoyu, let's see you dance around this!"

He played a [Stormsurge Roar] spell, empowering his manticore. The beast's spiked tail lashed faster, its claws tearing into the [Jade Serenade]'s barrier, and cracks began to run across the emerald light.

Xiaoyu's grin widened, her reckless joy undimmed by the mounting pressure. She was outnumbered, yet she was loving every second of it.

"Great! You guys are making this a party! Let's turn up the music!"

She drew another card, her spiritual energy dipping to 65% as she summoned [Sapphire Melody]. The lithe figure in flowing blue robes materialized, her flute's haunting notes weaving into the [Jade Serenade]'s lute as they synergized.

The barrier was reinforced just as the manticore's claws shattered the outer layer.

Just like this, the stage erupted into bursts of flame, lightning, and celestial light as the two versus one duel continued.

In the betting stall, Grandmaster Lian's eyes gleamed with scholarly fascination. "Remarkable. Those summoning talismans can also synergize! Looks like our Shopkeeper's assistant will have this match on the bag."

Liying nodded, her jade slip glowing as she scribbled furiously. "It's like a sword dance but with summoned allies. She's making Yan Wei and Zhou Rui look like they're chasing shadows."

On the stage, Xiaoyu's laughter rang out, clear and defiant. "You two are slowing down! Too many beasts, not enough brains! Let's end this!"

She drew another card, her spiritual energy surging as she summoned another Level 3 unit – [Opal Harmonist].

A radiant figure clad in crystalline armor materialized, its staff radiating a soft, prismatic light.

It raised its staff, and a wave of celestial energy pulsed outward, boosting the [Jade Serenade] and [Sapphire Melody] while weakening the opposing units.

The salamander's flames dimmed, and the manticore's roar faltered, its movements sluggish.

Yan Wei's scowl deepened, "Tch, you're not winning that easily!"

He played a [Crimson Roar] spell, empowering his [Voidflame Salamander] to unleash a torrent of black flames that scorched the stage, forcing Xiaoyu to leap back alongside her trio of idols.

The Azure-winged griffin finally regained its balance and lunged at the [Opal Harmonist] with a screech.

Zhou Rui seized the moment, his saber flashing as he charged Xiaoyu directly, bypassing her units.

"Let's end this, Miss Xiaoyu!"

Alongside his [Celestial Manticore] they bypassed the outstanding defense barrier of the [Jade Serenade].

But as soon as that happened, the [Sapphire Melody] blocked them from reaching Xiaoyu, sacrificing itself.

"Not bad, Zhou Rui, but you're forgetting things. This prodigy will not lose until I beat Boss!"

The manticore's spikes bounced harmlessly as Xiaoyu's claw struck the beast. Zhou Rui's saber strike met the same fate, the crimson arc dissipating against her masterful application of [Tempest Claw Technique].

As that was happening, the Bulletin Board thread flooded with exclamations from users who were witnessing the fight live.

[DuelDreamer]: Am I watching this right? Shopkeeper's assistant is so strong! Which sect is she from?

[BeastTamer88]: Yan Wei and Zhou Rui are done for. She's playing them like a lute!

[IdolFanatic]: Three Level 3 Idols! Am I in heaven?