From the high sky to the ground, the intensity of the battle hadn't decreased at all.
But compared to Drake, who had fully dragonified, Acnologia, who had turned into a human form, was more like the dragon-slaying hero in the stories.
But in fact, just by seeing the situation of the battle, no one would associate it with the dragon-slaying legends in those stories. It was more like two violent beasts were fighting.
That's right, even after turning into a human form, Acnologia's madness and violence hadn't weakened in the slightest.
If it was someone else using this kind of disorganized fighting style, Drake could end the battle with a wave of his hand.
But the opponent was Acnologia. His tyrannical strength and speed completely made up for his lack of skill, and he suppressed Drake with just that.
Drake's arms created afterimages, blocking Acnologia's series of attacks while deflecting them, but he was also forced to retreat more than a dozen steps.
According to common sense, not to mention Acnologia, who was so disorganized, even someone with the strongest grasp of the rhythm of battle would show a flaw in this kind of intense continuous attack.
But this monster seemed to ignore all common sense, and Drake couldn't find a chance to counterattack at all.
But Drake also knew that he couldn't continue to be suppressed. He stepped on the ground, shattering it, and stopped retreating. Drake tilted his head to dodge a claw that Acnologia had swung over, and punched out with all his might.
Acnologia took a punch right in the face, and his body couldn't help but lean back for a moment, but he quickly adjusted himself, and saw Drake's fist punching over again.
He didn't retreat, but also swung two fists.
The four arms crossed each other, and even the afterimages were connected together, and all that could be heard was a continuous explosion.
Drake took a punch on his cheek and chest, but he didn't even have time to spit out the broken teeth, and could only endure the pain and punch back with a heavy punch.
Burns and fist marks also appeared on Acnologia's chest, and a ferocious look appeared on his cold face.
The exchange of attacks didn't last too long. Even for the two of them, this kind of exchange of attacks was too burdensome.
After two loud bangs, the four fists separated at the same time, and then the two began to wrestle like bulls, with their arms being the opposing horns.
Acnologia showed a cruel smile, and directly twisted Drake's wrist with his left hand, even making the Dragon Slayer armguards on Drake's forearm groan.
And his other hand also pressed down on Drake's fist, bending his elbow.
Being at a disadvantage didn't make Drake panic. He simply relaxed the strength in his arm and let Acnologia come over, and then slammed his forehead into his nose.
Even the Dragon King had blood flowing from his nose from this headbutt, but then Acnologia kicked Drake away!
The dizziness in his head prevented Acnologia from continuing to pursue, and Drake also took a while to adjust his state.
The two of them fell silent like this. Drake spat out the broken teeth and blood that he had been holding in his mouth, and his gaze towards Acnologia was still full of fighting spirit.
Acnologia's gaze was also serious, no longer looking down on the opponent in front of him.
Drake had to admit that the Dragon King was indeed above him in terms of raw strength. But the battle just now hadn't made him feel that he couldn't win.
And for Drake, it had been a long time since he had experienced the feeling of squeezing out every bit of strength to fight.
But because of this, Drake could release his power to his heart's content. So even though his magic power and stamina were being consumed in large amounts, and his wounds were constantly increasing, it didn't weaken Drake's flames.
The flames of war were rekindled. Drake and Acnologia moved at the same time, and this time, both of them used all their strength.
Black magic power and flames collided with each other as the two exchanged punches, producing a violent explosion as if a nuclear bomb had been detonated.
This was the reason why Drake had wanted to fight in the high sky from the beginning, and each collision between the two would have the power to change the terrain.
"Flame Dragon King's Hook Claw!"
Drake's side kick hit Acnologia's forearm, and Acnologia pressed down on Drake's leg and grabbed towards Drake's abdomen.
But Drake did a backflip and jumped up, and swung his fist down from midair.
"Flame Dragon King's Hammer!"
Acnologia took a step back the moment the attack fell, just enough to avoid the falling iron fist and flames, and then swept his palm towards Drake.
Drake's ribs made a cracking sound, and he was swept away, but as he flew out, he punched Acnologia in the heart with a piercing fist.
Drake crashed heavily on the ground, and spat out a mouthful of blood, and his arms were still trembling when he propped himself up.
Acnologia glanced at the wound on his chest that looked like a brand, and snorted coldly, saying, "In this world, not a single dragon is allowed to exist! You're the same, I will destroy you. That's Dragon Slaying, that's the meaning of my existence."
Blood flowed down Drake's arm, dripping onto the ground. Drake smiled and said, "You're the dragon that should be destroyed the most! I'm also a Dragon Slayer, and destroying you is the meaning of me getting this power."
Acnologia laughed loudly and said, "How ridiculous! The reason why I'm called the Dragon King is because I'm the strongest in this world!
Do you think you can defeat me, the Dragon King?"
Drake moved his healing arm, and said, "I have to admit, the chances of me defeating you alone are only 30%, and that's if I risk my life!
But I'm never alone!"
Acnologia's pupils shrank, and he subconsciously retreated. At almost the same time, a scorching sea of fire fell from the sky.
Drake opened his arms, but the scorching flames made him feel incredibly warm.
"Not bad, I'll take it from here!"
Ever since Drake had grown up, he would always take the initiative to face the strongest opponent in every battle.
Because Drake was stronger, he always consciously shouldered the responsibility of protecting his comrades. It had been a long time since anyone had said such words to him, and it had also been a long time since anyone had sheltered Drake from the wind and rain.
The huge figure in the sea of fire was shrouded, and Igneel showed his shining teeth and said, "Long time no see, Drake!"
Drake smiled and said, "It really has been a long time! But you didn't need to come out at all. Did you think that I would lose to this guy?"
Igneel laughed loudly and said, "Sorry, but defeating this guy is my responsibility. I can't leave it all to you!"
Drake turned his head and said, "Isn't your responsibility also mine? Then let's take care of this guy together!"
The sea of fire dissipated, and Acnologia walked over step by step, his eyes already blood red as he looked at Igneel.
"I didn't expect there to be a living dragon. How unpleasant!"
As he spoke, Acnologia's body began to deform and swell, and began to transform into his black dragon form.
Igneel said loudly, "Then let's go together, Drake!"
"Yeah!"
"I'm fired up!" ×2
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