The burst of energy settled, leaving Oasis standing tall and triumphant.
"Dammit, that was a hell of a pain," he mused, wiping the blood from his face.
The crimson streaks contrasted starkly against his determined expression, showcasing the intense ordeal he had just endured.
Oasis then sat down, crossing his legs in a meditative pose, and began consolidating his energy.
He focused on stabilizing the newfound power within him, drawing deep breaths as the ambient mana slowly integrated into his system.
The serene night air aided his concentration, and the gentle lapping of the lake's water provided a calming backdrop to his efforts.
"It's already late, and Selene hasn't come back yet," he thought, glancing at the moonlit horizon.
After some time, feeling more centered and stable, Oasis decided to take a break.
He stripped off his clothes and waded into the nearby lake, the cool water providing a soothing contrast to the heat of his cultivation.
"Wow, this is nice and relaxing," he sighed, letting the water wash away the remnants of his strenuous training session.
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Suddenly, his senses heightened.
"Someone is approaching my location and very fast," he thought, immediately becoming alert.
He peeked out from the water, his eyes scanning the forest.
The approaching figure became clearer a person radiating a controlled yet intense fire aura, leaping swiftly through the forest without causing any damage.
As the figure drew nearer, Oasis recognized him.
"Oh, it's you," Oasis said, his guard lowering slightly.
"We have never introduced each other properly. Oasis, right?" he spoke with pride and confidence.
"I am Agni Ignis," he declared.
"So, Agni, to what do I owe the visit?" Oasis asked, curiosity evident in his voice.
"How did he know where I'm staying?" Oasis wondered, a hint of suspicion in his thoughts.
Agni looked at Oasis, his eyes widening slightly in surprise and curiosity.
"What kind of training is this kid on? What on earth is this?" he thought, observing the state of Oasis's body.
Despite his composed demeanor, Agni couldn't hide the flicker of amazement in his eyes.
"Straight to the point, here," Agni said, throwing a storage bracelet to Oasis.
"My father gave it to me. As you might know, he was the one investigating the carnage that occurred a year ago." He spoke calmly and confidently.
"My father said I must give it to you as it belonged to your master," Agni added.
Oasis's expression changed from calm to excited.
He received the bracelet, his eyes lighting up.
"Thank you," Oasis spoke calmly, though the gratitude in his voice was evident.
"Dude, put some clothes on," Agni said, a bit of exasperation in his tone.
"Oh, my bad," Oasis replied, quickly putting on his undergarments, including a black tight top, and fixing bandages on his hands.
"So, this is the genius of our generation, but I'm 11 and he's 9. Is he really that strong?" Agni wondered, watching Oasis.
"Let's have a duel," Agni declared with pride and confidence.
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"A duel, you say? I don't think it's alright," Oasis replied.
"Are you looking down on me?" Agni's tone turned arrogant.
"No, no, not at all," Oasis said, shaking his head.
"Damn, anyway, I might as well test my strength," Oasis thought.
"Cool, let's do it, but it is just a friendly one, not official under the rules of the academy," he added.
"Alright," Agni agreed, getting ready.
They stood a few meters apart in Oasis's training field, the moonlight casting a serene glow over the scene.
The lake shimmered nearby, reflecting the moon and stars, creating an almost magical ambiance.
Agni started radiating his fire aura, heating up the surroundings.
The air around him shimmered with heat, his aura growing in intensity.
Flames flickered around his body, casting long shadows on the ground.
"Not bad," Oasis thought, his eyes narrowing slightly as he assessed Agni's power.
Oasis took a deep breath, centering himself, and the air around him seemed to still.
His own aura began to pulse, a stark contrast to Agni's fiery display.
His movements were deliberate and precise, exuding a quiet yet formidable strength.
Both boys locked eyes, their expressions filled with determination.
The night air crackled with the tension of their impending clash, the moonlight highlighting their focused faces.
Agni's voice roared through the night, "Fire Magic: Hell Blaze!" Flames erupted from his hands, fierce and wild, lighting up the scene under the dark sky.
The fire surged forward, casting a brilliant, almost blinding light.
Oasis remained calm, his eyes never leaving Agni's.
He whispered softly, "Wind Magic: Gale Dispersal."
As he moved closer, his aura pulsed with controlled power.
The air around him began to swirl, forming a vortex that met the Hell Blaze head-on.
The wind wrapped around the flames, diffusing them and dissipating their heat.
Agni's eyes widened in surprise but quickly narrowed with determination.
"Fire Magic: Inferno Burst!" he roared again, unleashing another wave of intense fire towards Oasis.
Oasis reacted swiftly, his movements fluid and precise.
"Wind Magic: Tempest Shield," he murmured. A barrier of wind formed around him, deflecting the fire and dispersing it into harmless sparks.
The clash of fire and wind under the moonlit sky was both breathtaking and intense.
The air shimmered with heat and energy, the contrasting elements creating a mesmerizing display of power and skill.
Selene, approaching from a distance, paused to watch the duel.
"Wow, these kids are really different and strong," she thought, her eyes narrowing as she observed their techniques.
"But Oasis is easily deflecting the fire with his wind magic."
She decided to remain unnoticed for now, choosing to observe from a safe distance.
"Let me just watch from here," she mused, her eyes fixed on the intense battle unfolding before her.
Agni pushed forward, his fiery determination clear in his every movement.
Agni's frustration peaked as he noticed Oasis was merely defending, not attacking.
"Damn, he's playing with me. He's just defending," Agni thought, his fiery determination pushing him to the limit.
Oasis, gliding effortlessly and dodging Agni's spells, thought, "Oh, not bad. His spells are fierce and strong, and he's at the fifth layer of the Foetal Realm."
Agni's roar shattered the night.
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"Stop playing and take me seriously!!!" His voice echoed with raw power as he unleashed his most formidable spell, "Fire King Magic: Hell Inferno!"