Published: February 24, 2025
Xiang Shengtian, Ke Xinyi, and Kang Shiyuan stood calmly on the Crouching Dragon Platform.
That calm and collected demeanor was not feigned, but a reflection of inner strength.
“Now I, the chief, declare that the defending the arena battle of the Holy Spirit Lineage officially begins!”
As the words echoed across the arena, the tension in the air became palpable. The spectators held their breath, eager for the battle to unfold.
Xiang Shengtian, the first to step forward, exuded confidence. His eyes sparkled with determination as he prepared to face any challengers.
Ke Xinyi followed closely, her expression calm yet unwavering. The aura around her hinted at the immense spiritual power she possessed.
Kang Shiyuan stood beside them, his stance firm. He was ready to support his companions, emphasizing the strength of their unity.
The atmosphere was charged with anticipation. Everyone knew that this would be a fierce contest, testing not only their skills but also their resolve.
As challengers began to step forward, the excitement in the crowd reached a fever pitch. Each one was vying to prove their strength and earn their place among the elite.
The arena was set, the stage was ready, and the battle was about to commence.
Instantly, a commotion erupted among the hundreds of thousands of disciples, but no one stepped forward to challenge them!
In the hearts of most disciples, the only one among Xiang Shengtian, Ke Xinyi, and Kang Shiyuan who could not be challenged was Xiang Shengtian!
Three years ago, he had entered the ninth layer of the fetal soul realm and ranked ninth on the Crouching Dragon Rankings, his strength renowned within the Inner Sect!
As for Ke Xinyi and Kang Shiyuan, other than the disciples of the Holy Spirit Lineage, the disciples of the other eight lineages were largely unfamiliar, making them the obvious choices to challenge!
“Whoosh!”
At that moment, a figure flashed out from the crowd, and in the next instant, appeared on Crouching Dragon Platform No. 2, transforming into a young disciple wearing the robe of the Beast Spirit Lineage!
Facing Ke Xinyi a hundred zhang away, this person clasped his fists and coldly said, “I am Yuan Fei of the Beast Spirit Lineage, please teach me!”
Immediately, an excited murmur arose from the tens of thousands of disciples of the Beast Spirit Lineage:
“Senior Brother Yuan is ranked thirty among our Beast Spirit Lineage! He will definitely win the first match!”
“Exactly, that Ke Xinyi and Kang Shiyuan look so unfamiliar, they must be insignificant characters. Senior Brother Yuan will defeat her in no time!”
“Hmm, makes sense…”
Standing with his hands behind his back on Crouching Dragon Platform No. 1, Xiang Shengtian listened to the comments from the disciples of the Beast Spirit Lineage about Ke Xinyi, a smirk appearing on his lips as he muttered to himself, “One move defeat.”
On Crouching Dragon Platform No. 2, Ke Xinyi stood gracefully, coldly gazing at Yuan Fei. Her ruby lips parted slightly, her tone icy, “Please.”
How dare this so-called thirty ranked expert of the Beast Spirit Lineage disregard her so!
“Hmph!” Yuan Fei snorted coldly, and within the spirit pool, ten beast fetal souls seated in meditation quivered, and in an instant, Yuan Fei erupted with tenfold power!
“Whoosh!”
Yuan Fei's eyes glinted fiercely, his figure flickering as he rushed through a distance of ninety zhang in the blink of an eye. Suddenly, a streak of sword aura, accompanied by a howling sound, slashed horizontally toward Ke Xinyi's waist!
Ke Xinyi appeared as if unable to dodge, and was struck in the body!
“Hmph, not worth a strike…” Yuan Fei's mocking laughter suddenly halted, as he did not see the scene of blood splattering after striking down Ke Xinyi!
Instead, the sword aura passed through Ke Xinyi's body, and she continued to maintain her cold expression, before her figure swiftly fragmented!
“Bang!”
“Pfft!”
In the next moment, Ke Xinyi emerged from behind Yuan Fei, striking his back with her palm. Yuan Fei spat blood, like a kite with a broken string, crashing heavily down onto the platform below, motionless!