Soul Duel Zone, waiting room.
Huo Yuhao and Xu San Shi sat at opposite ends without exchanging a word, until a teacher from the Soul Duel Zone notified them to take the stage.
The two arrived at the doorway at the same time and paused, facing each other for a moment.
Xu San Shi wore an icy expression as he silently mouthed, "Kid, just wait. The teacher might not get there in time to save you."
Huo Yuhao merely smiled, utterly unconcerned by Xu San Shi's threat.
Huo Yuhao extended his hand with a beaming smile. "Senior Xu, as they say, no friendship without a fight. Before we enter the Soul Arena, let's shake hands and get acquainted again."
Xu San Shi sneered and clasped Huo Yuhao's hand in his large palm. "Kid, after today, you'll know to stay farther away from Nan Nan."
Huo Yuhao's expression did not change. "Just don't deny it when you lose, Senior Xu. I'm still waiting to give those two Xuan Water Pills to Nan Nan-jie and Xiao Ya-jie!"
Xu San Shi turned and stepped onto the arena without a word. Huo Yuhao followed behind him with a smile, while privately wondering whether that handshake had changed Xu San Shi's orientation. Whether it had or not, he would have to keep up the effort!
Both sides took their positions.
"The match begins." The referee swiftly retreated after giving the order, while Huo Yuhao and Xu San Shi immediately unleashed their Martial Soul Possession.
A faint golden glow shone from Huo Yuhao's eyes. Upon close inspection, there was even a trace of pink deep within them. A solitary Yellow Soul Ring rose beneath his feet.
After Xu San Shi possessed the Dark Turtle, his body expanded slightly, stretching his school uniform taut. The Tortoise Shell