Bright sunlight poured down from the azure sky, shining upon the two figures on the arena.
The two faced each other, the air thick with hostility.
"Heh heh, so you're Fang Xuan? I've heard all about you. Your foul reputation has spread throughout Heaven Dou Academy. Today, I finally get the chance to avenge all those goddesses you've ruined. Prepare yourself."
Howard flashed Fang Xuan a cruel expression, flexing his limbs. His joints cracked like popping beans.
Fang Xuan's gaze was icy, and he said nothing. He merely focused on the opponent before him.
"Howard, 31st-level Battle Soul Elder, Martial Soul: Brown Bear!"
"Fang Xuan, Level 30 Battle Soul Master, Martial Soul... Blade!"
After introducing themselves, Howard launched the first attack.
"Brown Bear Possession!"
Howard's golden hair flew wildly as he let out a roar. Energy burst from his body, and a fierce black brown bear emerged over his surface. Its mountain-sized body brimmed with power.
The Brown Bear Martial Soul was not particularly special, but it was renowned for its strength and defense. It was incredibly formidable; in battle, it could go toe-to-toe with Level 34 or 35 Soul Elders!
At the same time, three Soul Rings emerged—yellow, yellow, purple.
"Third Soul Skill, Brown Bear Mountain Splitting Palm!"
Howard immediately unleashed his strongest thousand-year Soul Skill. His aura was terrifying as his right hand, carrying a violent gust of wind, slammed fiercely toward Fang Xuan's chest.
"Blade Drawing Technique!"
His essence, energy, and spirit united as Fang Xuan's focus reached its peak. Surging Soul Power roared through his body. His right hand gripped the hilt, unleashing the results of his recent training as he abruptly drew his blade!
"Boom!"
The snowy-white edge of the Shadowless Blade cleaved through the air, wrapped in a fierce gale as it savagely slashed