'This is just wrong. That kind of strength can't belong to Rupert. If it were really his, he would have
shown all of it off from the get-go. In addition, only some array power requires blood sacrifice. This can't
be right.'
This immediately occurred to Ricky right after the shocking event that unfolded right before him.
Murmurs coming from the other warriors at the scene also validated his suspicions.
"It's the Miraculous Water Orb! It is said that every master from the Zhen Clan would use a certain kind
of skill that has the ability to gather spiritual energy to produce the Miraculous Water Orb. Then, they
pass it on to the next clan master before their death! It's the clan's ultimate secret!"
"I've also heard of such an orb! I didn't know it was inside Rupert's forehead, however! It's just a
surprise how he needed to sacrifice some of his blood in order to use the Miraculous Water Orb!"
"That's not his own strength, is it? Regardless, Russell would still be in danger! After being able to use
the orb in his possession, Rupert now probably has the strength of a warrior at the advanced stage of
Bone Reinforcement!"
"It's time to decide who wins and who loses."
Everyone had their own set of theories about the fight.
'I see. So this is what they call the Miraculous Water Orb.' Ricky came up with that realization upon
hearing the fuss among the other warriors.
'If every master from the Zhen Clan did this, this would mean that Rupert had more than one
Miraculous Water Orb. I have to beat this guy in one go. Otherwise, I wouldn't have the upper hand in
this battle in the long run.' Ricky continued to analyze the situation.
"Today, you shall die under the power of my Miraculous Water Orb,"
Rupert said in extreme confidence after releasing the miracles of the orb. The eagerness in his aura
had diminished, only to be replaced with malicious intent.
"Die? Today? What a joke! You think you can kill me with just your weak orb?"
Ricky answered mockingly. "Let me tell you this. There is no way you'll ever defeat me. No matter what
you do, the results will be the same!"
"Your arrogance irks me!"
Rupert yelled back.
The next moment, Rupert's power changed again. He began to merge the power of the Miraculous
Water Orb!
The orb engulfed his whole body. He continuously released the orb's power, while merging it into his
inner strength. The Miraculous Water Orb appeared smaller, as Rupert's strength gradually became
stronger.
Soon, the power Rupert broken out was comparable to the strength of two warriors at the fourth grade
of Bone Reinforcement.
"Go to hell! Water miraculous power! Double-waved Palm!"
With a loud growl, Rupert leaped high. Gathering all his strength in his hands, he aimed at Ricky.
A pair of translucent gloves could be seen emerging from Rupert's hands. Without a doubt, it was his
mortal weapon.
"Boom!"
Two gigantic waves of power that appeared palm-like directly charged towards Ricky, hitting him
squarely.
'I hate to admit it but this Miraculous Water Orb indeed had made him more powerful!'
Ricky thought to himself, seriously feeling the effects of the previous attack.
'It's almost as if Rupert is already on the intermediate stage of the fourth grade of Bone Reinforcement!'
It was Ricky's ultimate goal to defeat Rupert at that very moment. It would be either that or his death.
"Clank!"
A loud clanking sound vibrated throughout. Two distinct runes began to appear on Ricky's bluish body.
One of them was crimson, while the other scarlet. Respectively, they were the devouring rune and the
chaotic fire rune.
This unexpected turn of events made Ricky a little weird.
"Is… Is that the runic power?"
Those who witnessed the scene stared in disbelief. Gasps could be heard around.
"I think it is! That must really be the runic power. Is he a casting master?"
Most of the warriors showed the utmost respect for Ricky. All the doubts that were swimming through
their thoughts earlier were now replaced with curiosity. Not only could Ricky take down an opponent of
a higher grade than him, but he also was a casting master. Instead of jealousy, the other warriors felt a
strong sense of admiration for him.
They could only look up to him because technically, Ricky's strength was far beyond reach.
"Where on earth did this guy come from?"
Rupert stressed out over what he just saw.
Even Rupert knew of the miracles of the runic power. It could increase a warrior's strength to an
unbelievable extent.
However, this did not get in the way of Rupert's resentment towards Ricky. This didn't become a reason
for him to fear the boy in front of him. After all, he had the Miraculous Water Orb, and it was enough to
defeat Ricky.
"Devouring Skill-Wrath Killing Strike!"
Ricky yelled confidently. Now that he had the strength of the runic power, he was able to draw out the
Iron Destroyer. He managed to produce his strongest strike along with three kinds of fire.
"Boom!"
Both Rupert and Ricky's strikes collided. It caused an explosion that rang all throughout the place.
Fiercely, the power of fire against water clashed in a way that shook the space strongly. Some warriors
even fell to their feet, while others struggled to look for somewhere they could lean on for support.
Instead of two Bone Reinforcement warriors, the battle seemed to become one between two innate
warriors trying every mean to take down each other.
Even if the other warriors had stood far away, their bodies still vibrated from the collision of power.
The impact that the two had caused was immeasurable. At that particular moment, people paid closer
attention to where the water and fire were spreading out.
"How is this possible? How can so much power be present all at the same time?"
Onlookers were surprised by Rupert's loud cry.
The devouring power managed to eat up Rupert's Double-waved Palm. He never expected such a
fierce force to collide with his.
That wasn't all there was. A final wave of power came out, completely destroying Rupert's Double-
waved Palm. This caused him to lose his confidence totally.
The unparalleled strength of the explosion of two kinds of runic power and the merging of three
powerful flames was finally shown in Ricky's recovering body.
At the center of the explosion where the Double-waved Palm was smashed, Rupert's body fell heavily
to the ground.
Another wave of flame strike hit where Rupert's body was located. At that point, he was almost
unconscious.
"Bang!"
Another explosion shook the entire place. A small mushroom-like cloud flew over the place, indicating
that it was the end of the battle.
The audience was then enveloped by a thick layer of dust that spread quickly. The emotions that filled
the place were mixed. But mostly, they were impressed.
"Finally, I have proven myself to be a peerless genius!"
Slowly, a tall figure carrying a saber on his right hand walked out of the blast.
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