"Lucky you!"
Minerva showed a cruel smile and withdrew her magic; the bruised and battered Lucy fell powerlessly to the ground.
The host, Jellal Fernandez, said anxiously, "Lucy has lost consciousness. Is she alright?"
"Lucy!"
All the members of Fairy Tail rushed onto the stage, and Natsu, at the very front, hurriedly picked up Lucy.
Seeing her miserable state, a pang of pain shot through his heart; he wished he could tear the enemy to shreds right now!
Wendy said hurriedly, "Let me heal Big Sister Lucy!"
As she spoke, her palms released a healing light that enveloped Lucy.
The red-haired young girl from Lamia Scale, Sherria, also ran over: "I can use healing magic too!"
Acnologia said, "Let me do it!"
He raised his hand and used a Separation Enchantment Magic, separating all of Lucy's injuries; her wounds were completely restored to their original state.
Makarov asked urgently, "Is she healed? Why hasn't she woken up yet?"
Acnologia explained, "The physical injuries have been healed, but Lucy is currently mentally exhausted and needs to rest for a while."
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief: "That's good then!"
Erza's gaze boiled with killing intent as she stared intently at the still-smiling Minerva: "You bastard, why did you hurt Lucy like this?"
"Why?"
Minerva's lips curled up as she chuckled, "I just want you all to know which guild is the strongest. Everything I did was within the rules; as long as no one forfeits, the battle isn't over."
Mirajane said coldly, "Torturing an opponent who has already lost the ability to resist, is this how Sabertooth does things?"
"Hehe..."
Minerva sneered, "It was just to liven up the atmosphere of the match a bit. She's such trash; that's the only use she has."
She looked at Erza: "You are my most preferred prey. That trashy little girl was just for a little game."
"Though your healing magic is truly impressive. Let's play again next time!"
She intended to turn and leave, but she was blocked by the enraged members of Fairy Tail.
The members of the Sabertooth guild also gathered; both sides were at each other's throats, and a conflict was imminent.
Sting looked at the irritated Natsu, a punchable smile appearing on his face: "We can't just let you do as you please."
Rufus said indifferently, "Is it war then? We, Sabertooth, fear no enemy!"
The host, Jellal Fernandez, gave a passionate commentary: "What's happening? The two guilds are at a flashpoint; the atmosphere is getting more and more intense!"
"Is a fight about to break out?"
"Sabertooth versus Fairy Tail!"
The entire crowd cheered, pumping their fists and shouting; they were eager for drama and looked forward to the two sides fighting.
The members of Lamia Scale and Crime Sorcière had already stood up; if a fight broke out, they would help Fairy Tail without hesitation.
Furthermore, they strongly disliked the opponent's abusive fighting style!
Acnologia placed a hand on the shoulder of Irene, who was starting to get truly angry: "Let's stop here. All issues will be resolved in the upcoming matches!"
His gaze swept over Sabertooth's Sting, Rogue, Minerva... everyone, and he said coldly, "Casualties are not restricted in the current matches. Prepare yourselves to die!"
Even for Sting and Rogue, he would show no mercy. Four hundred years had passed, and they had become strangers; except for the members of Fairy Tail, no one was exempt from death.
Although Acnologia's voice was calm, everyone knew he was furious; his killing intent was no longer concealed.
No one from Fairy Tail tried to stop him, because it wasn't just Acnologia; everyone was angry. They would no longer hold back; what followed would be a nightmare for Sabertooth!
The members of Sabertooth didn't take Fairy Tail's threat to heart at all, saying indifferently, "We'll be waiting!"
...After everyone left the arena, the fourth match of the third stage began.
"Fairy Tail First Team's Laxus VS Raven Tail's Obra!"
Amidst the cheers of the crowd, Laxus and Obra walked onto the field. Makarov, suspecting that fellow Ivan would resort to underhanded tricks, secretly sent Bisca and the Thunder God Tribe to keep watch.
Fried had a serious expression: "Excluding outside factors, Laxus will definitely be victorious!"
Makarov nodded slightly: "As long as it's for our comrades, we'll dare to do anything. Now, those people better not try any petty tricks."
With a shout of "Start!", the two instantly began their battle. Obra launched a fierce offensive, his fists exploding with black magic power, forcefully knocking Laxus back.
Seeing Laxus instantly fall into a disadvantage, everyone was shocked. So fast; the usually invincible guy actually failed to defend.
Next, Obra attacked with fists like a storm, whipping up a gale. Laxus was like a leaf, constantly being struck heavily and letting out groans of pain.
"Sink into darkness!"
Obra's hands condensed dark light waves and blasted them out; the pitch-black magic power sent Laxus flying back, spitting blood.
Mirajane's eyes widened: "Impossible!"
Gajeel, seeing Laxus being completely overwhelmed, said in disbelief: "You've got to be kidding me!"
He had been training for a long time with the goal of defeating Laxus; why did that guy suddenly become so weak?
Makarov's face paled with shock: "What's going on?"
Bisca, holding a sniper rifle, stared at the members of Raven Tail: "No unusual movement from the opponent!"
Under a dark sky, Laxus stood with his arms crossed, watching the battle between two illusions—himself being beaten by Obra—while none of the spectators noticed.
He looked at the masked Obra opposite him and said indifferently, "What are you doing? Putting on a show with illusions?"
Obra's voice was low: "No one can see our conversation right now. However, the tense expressions of those people in your guild are truly amusing."
Laxus frowned and said coldly, "I'm asking what the point of this is. Even if the illusion defeats me, I'm still standing here."
"I'm no longer interested in wasting time with you!"
Magic power erupted from his entire body, and golden lightning coiled around him, filled with an aura of masculinity and destruction.
Suddenly, a gale swept through, and all the members of Raven Tail arrived: Nalpudding, Kurohebi, and even the injured Flare appeared.
Obra took off his mask, revealing Ivan's face. He sneered, "Laxus, my son, no matter how strong you are, it's impossible for you to defeat Raven Tail's elite force!"
"Hmph!"
Laxus watched this scene with cold eyes, completely unmoved: "I knew it was you!"
Ivan's gaze was cold as he said, "Makarov refused to reveal the location of Lumen Histoire even until death, but you are different."
"You are my son. Tell me quickly!"
Laxus shook his head: "I don't know what you're talking about."
"Stop pretending. Makarov must have told you!"
"No! I don't know!"
Laxus gave him a look of contempt: "It doesn't matter. Even if I knew, I would never tell you."
Back then, his father had betrayed Fairy Tail, and he had even stood up for such a person, even arguing and being at odds with his grandfather for years; looking at it now, this man simply didn't deserve it.
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