The livestream room was in utter chaos, with viewers rapidly dropping, and the screen was filled with insults and curses. Yet, Caron remained calm, a smile playing on his lips instead of panic. Mr. Kim, a little anxious, asked,"Caron, what on earth are you doing? The situation is spiraling out of control! If it weren't for your underhanded tactics, it wouldn't have come to this!"
"Mr. Kim, don't worry. This isn't a bad thing. Controversy means success for our show! Our program is entertainment; fairness and justice are irrelevant. As long as there are topics and disputes, we'll have viewers! Rest assured, your gambling empire will only thrive."
Mr. Kim listened, half convinced, watching as Caron confidently resumed the livestream.
"Welcome back, friends!" Caron ignored the curses flooding the screen and continued,"The third hunt is about to begin, this time a 1v1 death match!" He paused deliberately for a minute, and as expected, the number of viewers began to climb.
"This time, you decide the combatants! A Level 2 Predator against a native of Earth. Of course, you can also choose to pit two or three natives against the Predator to make the fight more exciting! Ready to vote?"
Caron then showcased all the available Level 2 Predators, with detailed introductions flashing on the screen.
"Welcome to the arena! Today's contender is the mysterious and mighty Centipede!"
Length: 15 feet
Weight: 500 pounds
Ferocity:★★☆☆☆
Special Attacks:
- Venom Spray: The Centipede can spray a toxic liquid, instantly poisoning and incapacitating its enemies.
- Centipede Wrap: Using its numerous limbs, the Centipede can swiftly entangle its foes, rendering them immobile.
- Underground Ambush: The Centipede excels at rapid underground movement, launching surprise attacks from below.
"Friends, this formidable Centipede not only boasts an impressive size and weight but is also renowned for its unique combat skills and deadly attacks. Every appearance in the arena causes a wave of terror. Let's see how this powerful Centipede showcases its might in the arena!"
The next scene revealed a 3D image of the giant Centipede emerging silently from the shadows of a forest, its slender, 2 meter-long limbs gliding like shooting stars through the night sky, heading towards the school.
The Centipede's body was a meter wide, its chest and abdomen covered in hard, brown-black patterned armor, exuding an ancient and mysterious aura. Its crimson compound eyes gleamed coldly atop its head, with a pair of venomous fangs exposed menacingly. But the most captivating feature was the enormous human face hidden beneath its head, revealed only when it raised its head high. This face bore a greedy expression, its eyes brimming with insatiable hunger and desire, as if seeking some dreadful prey.
The creature sniffed the air with its keen senses, greedily searching the darkness for its quarry. As it advanced, a howling direwolf standing by a building remained oblivious to the approaching shadow. Compared to the Centipede, the wolf seemed like a helpless pup facing a 3-meter-tall giant, completely unprepared.
The Centipede revealed its venomous fangs, its crescent-shaped mandibles lightly touching the wolf's body. The wolf's howl abruptly stopped, its eyes showing a human-like fear and despair as it stiffened and collapsed within three seconds. The Centipede sniffed disdainfully at the wolf's decaying scent before drifting forward.
The fallen wolf watched in terror as the Centipede moved away, feeling like it had just returned from a brush with death. Yet, the disdainful look from the Centipede left it in tears of frustration, a shiny trail of snot dripping from its nose.
The other direwolves, witnessing this, fled in fear into the dense forest, except for a she-wolf who dragged the fallen wolf into the woods by its neck. The she-wolf's disdainful gaze seemed to say,'Men, until their dying breath, are creatures who care about saving face.'
The next scene introduced the second Level 2 Predator, the Werewolf!
Height: 9 feet
Weight: 400 pounds
Ferocity:★★☆☆☆
Special Attacks:
- Rending Claws: The Werewolf's claws are as sharp as steel blades, capable of tearing through enemy defenses with a single strike.
- Moonlight Frenzy: Under the full moon, the Werewolf's strength and speed increase dramatically, entering a berserk state that is difficult for enemies to withstand.
- Shadow Ambush: The Werewolf can blend into the darkness, launching sudden and deadly attacks, catching enemies off guard.
Caron introduced with enthusiasm,"Friends, this legendary Werewolf not only has an intimidating height and weight but is also famous for its ferocious fighting style and deadly attacks. When night falls, he becomes the most terrifying presence in the arena. Get ready to welcome this invincible warrior!"
The screen quickly switched to the Werewolf. The tense standoff between the two colossal beasts made the air thick with anticipation.
The Werewolf hadn't expected to face one of the most vicious creature for miles around.
"I overheard you called yourself the Night Demon, show me!" the Werewolf sneered.
A harsh, grating voice replied, like the sound of bones scraping together,"Werewolf, Do you think you can become the Demon King's new favorite? Dream on!"
As moonlight pierced the thin clouds, the two silhouettes cast sharp outlines on the walls.
The enormous Centipede rolled its massive, agile body in the dim light, its heavy armor gleaming faintly. Its antennae explored the night, seemingly tracking its prey's scent.
Meanwhile, the Werewolf matched the Centipede's movements with its elegant, powerful form, eyes gleaming with ferocity. Its thick fur waved in the wind, releasing a wild scent. It let out a fierce roar and charged at the Centipede. The battle erupted instantly.
The Centipede swung its enormous antennae, its venomous fangs slicing like death's scythe, while the Werewolf dodged with incredible agility, counterattacking with lightning speed.
Their claws sliced through the Centipede's shell, severing limbs and spraying unknown-colored fluids. The Centipede roared in fury, its massive jaws crashing down with deadly force.
Rocks shattered under the impact of claws and antennae, dust flying, and debris raining down. Trees were uprooted, branches scattered like a storm had passed through.
The werewolf dodged swiftly, but as the battle intensified, its movements gradually became sluggish. Each dodge became increasingly strenuous. As time passed, many of the centipede's limbs also fell off. Both gigantic creatures leaped out of the battle circle, one retreating into the forest with a piercing howl, and the other burrowing underground.
"The next Level 2 Hunter is about to enter the arena, let's see who it is…"
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Caron reappeared on the screen with a smug smile on his face,"As expected, Level 2 creatures are all powerful warriors. We already have the voting results. Who will enter the arena? The reveal is coming soon!"
Mr. Kim interrupted, exasperated,"I bet it's either the Werewolf or the Centipede. Their intimidation factor is immense. As for the natives, I suspect the boy skilled in spear techniques will be voted in!"
Caron continued excitedly,"You're close! The next battle is between the Centipede and… wait, I can't believe it, A-Lai's team member is… his beloved girl! Dear bros, who will you support?"
Mr. Kim's jaw dropped in shock,"What? I can't believe it, why choose a female student? She's a defenseless girl, why? I couldn't have guessed it even if I racked my brains! Alright, alright, you win! So let's move on to the latest bet, let's see the odds, what? A-Lai and the girl's chances of winning… Oh, the odds are so high, it seems no one has confidence in this pair! Will A-Lai turn the tables this time? I really can't see any hope!"