Transcending the Magic Era: The Supreme Female Archmage

Chu Qiuchi was panting heavily, but a smug smile was on his face. He said between breaths, "These flying guys are really troublesome. Luckily, I can throw fireballs like they're free, otherwise we might really have been stuck here today!"

Puyang Minghui was also panting heavily. She chimed in, "That's right, thanks to your fireball, otherwise we would have been in real trouble this time!"

Although the others were too exhausted to speak, they all nodded, expressing their admiration for Chu Qiuchi through gestures. They knew that today's victory was inseparable from Chu Qiuchi's powerful firepower; her fireballs had been key to the battle.

Time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, the figure of the Lord-level Frostwing Wolf gradually appeared in the lair. Chu Qiuchi's spirits lifted, and he shouted loudly to his teammates, "Kids, the big guy is here! Prepare for battle!"

The teammates responded swiftly, immediately resuming their battle formation, each one eager and ready to fight. Their eyes were fixed on the monster slowly emerging from the lair, waiting for it to show its face before launching an attack.

The lord-level Frostwing Wolf in the lair finally revealed itself completely. Giving the team no chance to catch their breath, it immediately took to the air and launched a furious, relentless attack. Seeing this, Chu Qiuchi shouted, "Get out of the way!" The team reacted swiftly, scattering like arrows, but Puyang Minghui was a step too slow and was instantly frozen by the Frostwing Wolf's attack, severely injured and unconscious.

Although the other team members were extremely anxious, they had no time to worry about Puyang Minghui at the moment and could only fight on their own, desperately dodging the successive attacks. Just at this critical moment, Nalan Xingyao was also almost hit. Seeing this, Chu Yichen released a shield for her without hesitation, blocking the fatal blow in time.

Immediately afterwards, Nalan Xingyao's familiar and resolute voice rang in everyone's ears—"Mind Control." Her skill pierced through the chaos of the battlefield like a beam of light, pointing directly at the magical beasts in the air.

Oh no, plans are always subject to change. This Lord-level Frostwing Wolf is flying higher than expected, completely beyond Nalan Xingyao's control. Chu Qiuchi understood the situation immediately: Ji Moyu needed to prepare for the main attack, Xingyao would have to try controlling the magical beast again, his younger brother needed to prepare to activate the backlash shield, and Minghui was already frozen, so it seemed she would have to go first.

Without hesitation, she immediately unleashed her first skill—Endless Fireball—at the Frostwing Wolf in the air, instantly attracting the monster's attention like the brightest star in the night sky. Sure enough, the Frostwing Wolf was enraged by her "enthusiastic" provocation and swooped down, ready to deliver a "cool" response.

Although Chu Qiuchi's movement speed increased, he still couldn't completely escape the Frostwing Wolf's exclusive favor and was instantly frozen into an "ice sculpture," joining Puyang Minghui in death. At this critical moment, Nalan Xingyao seized the opportunity and unleashed her control skill. The Frostwing Wolf's originally fierce eyes gradually became dazed under the skill's aura, and finally, under Nalan Xingyao's control, it slowly descended to the ground like a tiger with its teeth pulled.

In the blink of an eye, Ji Moyu's "Gale Dash" arrived as expected. The enormous wind blade, like the rage of nature, tore through the air at an almost impossible speed, piercing through the magical beast's proud defenses, leaving indelible marks on its surface like a sharp scalpel. This attack instantly dealt a severe blow to the Icewing Wolf, causing it to howl in pain.

Only Nalan Xingyao, Ji Moyu, and Chu Yichen remained mobile on the field. Their gazes, unanimously fixed on Chu Qiuchi and Puyang Minghui, frozen in place, were filled with worry. Nalan Xingyao swiftly gave instructions: "Yichen, immediately activate your backlash shield! I will have the monster attack the edge of the shield, using the reflected damage to deplete its health!" Her voice was firm and decisive.

Chu Yichen and Ji Moyu nodded immediately. Ji Moyu quickly retreated to ensure their safety, while Chu Yichen began to concentrate, preparing to unleash his awakened skill—Radiant Backlash. As the skill was activated, a huge light shield descended like a divine shield from the sky, enveloping everyone and providing the team with an unbreakable layer of protection.

Nalan Xingyao quickly controlled the Frostwing Wolf, guiding it to attack the shield. Although the aftershocks of the battle were unavoidable, the damage they received was significantly reduced thanks to the combined damage reduction from the shield and the freezing effect. Seeing that Chu Qiuchi and Puyang Minghui were temporarily safe, Nalan Xingyao breathed a slight sigh of relief. She continued to precisely control the Frostwing Wolf, making it relentlessly attack the shield.

Each attack was reflected 80% by the light shield, converting it into damage to the monster itself, while they themselves had to bear the remaining 20% ​​of the damage. As the attacks continued, the three's injuries gradually worsened, but like silent warriors, they silently endured the pain without uttering a single complaint.

Just then, Puyang Minghui's frozen state finally dissipated. Ji Moyu quickly stepped forward to check her injuries and tried to wake her, but found that she was still unconscious. Immediately afterward, Nalan Xingyao's control skill was also about to end, and the ice on Chu Qiuchi's body began to melt. Ji Moyu carefully picked up Chu Qiuchi and moved her next to Puyang Minghui, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes as she looked at the two unconscious people.

Nalan Xingyao and Ji Moyu had exhausted their magic power, leaving only Chu Yichen's shield struggling to hold on for about 120 seconds. However, most of the team members were severely injured, and they didn't know if they could withstand another attack from the Frostwing Wolves. Victory seemed within reach, yet also out of reach. The three silently prayed that the Frostwing Wolves would be quickly killed by the reflected damage; otherwise, once the shield disappeared, they would truly be fish on a chopping block, at the mercy of their opponents.

The Frostwing Wolf, having regained its senses, did not immediately attack as they had expected. The previous barrage of attacks, coupled with the rebounding blows, had taken a toll on it. Although it still retained some fighting strength, it seemed to be observing the situation and was not in a hurry to launch another attack.

As time ticked by, the three men's eyes remained fixed on the motionless Frostwing Wolf outside the shield, their anxiety growing ever stronger. The shield's light began to dim, until it finally vanished, and a sense of despair washed over them: This is it!

As expected, the Frostwing Wolf attacked again. Despite the dire situation, the three did not give up their last stand. They swiftly dodged, silently praying for a miracle. The continuous dodging rapidly depleted their stamina. Nalan Xingyao was caught off guard and struck by the Frostwing Wolf's attack, instantly disappearing from her spot and being teleported out of the simulator.

Ji Moyu and Chu Yichen exchanged a determined look and continued to dodge attacks rapidly across the battlefield. However, their good fortune didn't last long. Soon after, Chu Yichen also succumbed to his attack, being hit and teleported out of the simulator. Only Ji Moyu remained on the battlefield. He continued to desperately evade, sweat streaming down his delicate face, dampening his bangs and adding a touch of tragic grandeur to his appearance. Despite this, the unwavering determination in his eyes made him even more charismatic, like a lone hero who would never give up, even in the face of overwhelming difficulties.

As time passed, Ji Moyu's movements grew increasingly heavy, as if she had reached her limit. Just then, a clear shout pierced the tense atmosphere of the battlefield—"Endless Fireballs!" Chu Qiuchi's voice, like a morning bell and evening drum, awakened Ji Moyu's hope. She awoke from her unconsciousness and, witnessing Ji Moyu fighting alone, immediately realized the urgency of the situation. Without hesitation, she quickly stood up and moved closer, unleashing her skill on the Frostwing Wolf to support Ji Moyu. While casting the skill, she said to Ji Moyu, "Little Fish, let me play with it for a bit, you catch your breath!"

Ji Moyu knew that Chu Qiuchi was also seriously injured, and her condition was no better than his. He caught his breath and quickly stood beside Chu Qiuchi to fight alongside her. On the battlefield, a series of fireballs streaked across the sky like a meteor shower, accurately striking the Frostwing Wolf and forcing it to temporarily slow its attack.

Seeing this, Chu Qiuchi immediately seized the rare opportunity, pressing her advantage and unleashing her skills relentlessly, like a dancer on the battlefield, each spin leaving a trail of flames. However, as her magic power dwindled, Chu Qiuchi gradually felt powerless and exhausted. Sweat poured from her forehead like a fountain, and her face was exceptionally pale due to her previous severe injuries. Gasping for breath, she cast a questioning glance at Ji Moyu: "Little Fish, my magic power is exhausted. How about you? How are you recovering?"

Ji Moyu focused her mind, sensing the flow of magic within the magic orb, and replied, "Almost there. Just give me 90 more seconds, and I can unleash the skill again." Chu Qiuchi, glaring at the swaying Icewing Wolf preparing to attack again, roared angrily, "You wolf cub, I'll fight you to the death! I refuse to believe I can't beat you!" Just then, Puyang Minghui awoke from her unconsciousness. Witnessing everything, she endured the pain, slowly stood up, raised her staff, and softly chanted, "Light of Nirvana." With the release of the skill, the injuries of the three were instantly healed. Only then did Chu Qiuchi and Ji Moyu notice that Puyang Minghui had awakened and unleashed her awakened skill. Chu Qiuchi was overjoyed, praising Puyang Minghui repeatedly, "Minghui, you're simply a god in times of despair!"

Immediately, Chu Qiuchi taunted the Frostwing Wolf, "Little wolf cub, I'm ready to have a good game with you now!" As soon as she finished speaking, she quickly ran around the Frostwing Wolf, drawing its attention and buying Ji Moyu precious time to build up her strength. The atmosphere on the battlefield tensed up again, but this time, they had a glimmer of hope.

Ninety seconds passed in the blink of an eye. Ji Moyu immediately stepped forward and said to Chu Qiuchi, "I'll handle this!" Chu Qiuchi understood instantly, skillfully luring the Frostwing Wolf into Ji Moyu's attack range before nimbly leaping away. "Netherworld Blood Thorn"—Ji Moyu's first skill shot out like an arrow, accurately striking the Frostwing Wolf. The three looked at the dying beast and couldn't help but exchange wry smiles. Chu Qiuchi joked, "This wolf cub has incredibly thick skin; it survived this. But now that it can't move, we can finally catch our breath." Puyang Minghui and Ji Moyu nodded in agreement. Afterward, Chu Qiuchi and Ji Moyu quickly recovered their magic power, while Puyang Minghui remained vigilant, keeping an eye on the Frostwing Wolf's movements in case of any unforeseen circumstances.

After an unknown amount of time, their magic power finally recovered enough to unleash their skills again. Chu Qiuchi turned around and smiled at Ji Moyu, saying, "Little Fish, let's attack together!" Ji Moyu nodded, and the two quickly unleashed their skills. The Frostwing Wolf, not to be outdone, launched its final attack. The moment the skill struck, it was finally annihilated and disappeared into its lair. Ji Moyu skillfully dodged the Frostwing Wolf's dying blow, but Chu Qiuchi, due to momentary carelessness, was frozen in place once more. Ji Moyu and Puyang Minghui could only helplessly wait for the freezing effect on her to wear off.

Before the ice on Chu Qiuchi's body could melt, a new pack of Level 1 Frostwing Wolves had already begun to stir. The two could only dodge awkwardly while waiting for Chu Qiuchi to thaw. Finally, when the ice on Chu Qiuchi's body began to melt, Ji Moyu quickly grabbed her collar, lifted her up like a chick, and ran with Puyang Minghui all the way to the safe zone.