Azure Dragon Break

"Your tricks are finished; now it's my turn!"

Li Han swept his Gold-Devouring Thunder Spear, blue arcs of electricity dancing along the shaft.

"Second Soul Skill! Azure Dragon Break!"

Li Han didn't actually possess this second soul skill, but under the guise of his original Thousand Transformations and his own mastery over the Evil-Warding Divine Thunder, he was able to pull off this maneuver.

Over the past year, perhaps because his original third soul skill involved the manipulation of lightning, his control over the Evil-Warding Divine Thunder had become increasingly adept.

Even without using a soul skill, he could now wield the Evil-Warding Divine Thunder with ease.

Of course, if his third soul skill were still available, using it would be even more effortless, and its power would be significantly greater.

The blue arcs condensed into the shape of a dragon upon his long spear, complete with crimson eyes that looked incredibly intimidating.

The Azure Dragon sets forth!

The Gold-Devouring Thunder Spear instantly transformed into a thunderous azure dragon, charging straight toward Yan.

"No!"

Yan let out a cry of alarm, wanting to dodge, but the thunder was already before him.

Its speed was so great that he had no way to evade it.

In the blink of an eye, the thunderous azure dragon struck him.

"Ah!"

Following a scream, Yan collapsed powerlessly to the ground, smoke rising from his body as he fell into a coma.

"It has finally appeared! The second soul skill that contestant Li Feiyu has never used before!

It is an incredibly powerful lightning soul skill!

With a single strike, he has knocked contestant Yan unconscious!

The outcome is decided!

What a spectacular duel this was!

Let us congratulate contestant Li Feiyu!"

The host announced the results excitedly, and the audience erupted into cheers.

"He won! He actually defeated a core disciple of the Martial Soul Hall so easily!"

The gaze Meng Yiran cast toward Li Han was filled with admiration, and a hint of affection she hadn't even realized herself.

What girl doesn't dream of love? To see Li Han once is to be captivated for a lifetime.

"Yan!"

Xu Ding was shocked, leaping directly from the stands to land beside Yan.

Seeing that Yan's injuries were quite severe, Xu Ding's expression darkened instantly.

"This was just a standard soul duel! To strike with such heavy hands! You are truly vicious!"

Li Han looked at him as if he were an idiot.

"If you don't have the resolve to get injured when stepping onto this arena, why bother coming up?"

"You brat! How dare you speak to me like that! I think you're tired of living!"

Xu Ding was furious, and the pressure of a Soul Emperor poured out instantly.

Li Han's expression shifted slightly as he felt a massive force pressing down upon him.

Level sixty and above is a Soul Emperor!

On the Douluo Continent, this is already considered a formidable power.

This was the most formidable existence Li Han had encountered thus far.

The overwhelming pressure surged, attempting to force Li Han to his knees.

But Li Han's spine remained straight, his gaze fixed on Xu Ding, his expression indifferent.

"Does your Excellency intend to bully the young on the stage of this Great Soul Arena?"

As soon as these words were spoken, the crowd began to murmur.

The Great Soul Arena was no ordinary faction; even the Martial Soul Hall dared not act recklessly here.

"What is wrong with you? Can't you afford to lose?"

Meng Yiran spoke up to accuse him directly.

The audience chimed in one after another.

"What is this? We came here to watch a soul duel! How can you flip out on the spot just because you lost?

Does the Martial Soul Hall really have so little grace?"

Hearing the crowd's discussion, Xu Ding's face grew even uglier.

If the reputation of the Martial Soul Hall were ruined because of him, he would certainly face punishment.

At this moment, Supervisor Zhao walked over.

"Lord Xu! This is the Great Soul Arena; grievances from the ring should not be brought off it. I must ask you not to cause trouble here."

There was a hint of dissatisfaction in Supervisor Zhao's voice.

I gave you convenience, and you repay me by causing trouble.

Even if you want to target Li Feiyu, you should wait until there's no one around in private.

There was no shortage of nobles among the spectators here.

If someone were to make an issue of this, he wouldn't be able to handle the fallout.

"My apologies, I was impulsive."

Xu Ding cupped his hands slightly and led Yan away.

Before leaving, Xu Ding cast a cold glance at Li Han.

There was no need to guess; he was harboring a grudge and would inevitably seek revenge.

I didn't expect to stir up trouble in the end. Why is everyone from the Martial Soul Hall such a petty, vengeful sort?

Li Han sighed inwardly, feeling quite helpless.

"Contestant Li Feiyu, my apologies for the fright."

Supervisor Zhao was all smiles, his eyes filled with appreciation for Li Han.

To defeat a Soul Elder groomed by the Martial Soul Hall while only a Soul Grand Master—such talent forced Supervisor Zhao to take him seriously.

"It is nothing."

Li Han turned and left the ring, with Meng Yiran hurrying to follow him.

"The Dragon-Snake Family is truly lucky to have obtained such a genius young soul master."

After leaving the Great Soul Arena, Meng Yiran quickly grabbed Li Han.

"Li Feiyu, that Yan is a core disciple of the Martial Soul Hall. You defeated him, so you will definitely be targeted by them. You must be careful. Why not come stay at my home tonight? At my place, the Martial Soul Hall certainly wouldn't dare to act recklessly."

"My thanks. However, I do not intend to go. We shall meet again if there is an opportunity. Farewell."

With a step of his Smoke-Drifting Steps, Li Han quickly vanished from Meng Yiran's sight.

"Li Feiyu!"

Meng Yiran stomped her feet in anger; how could anyone be so stubborn?

The reason Li Han would not go to the Dragon-Snake Family was simple.

The Dragon and Snake Couple were not exactly benevolent people; if they insisted on recruiting him into the Dragon-Snake Family, that would be yet another headache.

Therefore, it was best to avoid them whenever possible.

Just as Li Han departed, a pair of eyes was watching him from the shadows.

You injured Yan and think you can just walk away? It's not that easy! If you were still in Exotic Beast City, I truly wouldn't be able to touch you. But since you chose to leave, I won't be so polite.

A trace of killing intent quietly crept across Xu Ding's face, and as the wind blew, he vanished into the night.

Outside Exotic Beast City.

Li Han did not remove his disguise because he sensed that someone had been following him the entire time.

This feeling was very ominous.

What a nuisance.

Li Han cursed under his breath and quietly took an Array Disk from his Storage Bag, setting it up without a sound.

Only after finishing this did Li Han speak up.

"You have followed me all this way, Excellency. If you have something to say, just come out and say it."

"Heh, you are quite sharp. However, I would say you are even bolder. Since you knew I was tracking you, you actually dared to leave Exotic Beast City and come to this secluded, deserted place. What? Is there someone nearby to back you up?"

Xu Ding stepped out from the shadows, his face still frosted with killing intent.

"I merely won against a disciple of the Martial Soul Hall, and yet you wish to kill me to the last? The Martial Soul Hall's way of doing things is far too overbearing."

Li Han did not answer, instead staring straight at Xu Ding.

"This is how Martial Soul Hall has always operated.

Of course, we grant everyone a chance.

Li Feiyu, your talent is exceptional; you are qualified to join Martial Soul Hall Academy.

How about it?

Would you like to consider it?

As long as you join Martial Soul Hall Academy, you will receive the finest resources on the entire continent.

With your talent, you will surely become the fourth member of the Golden Generation of Martial Soul Hall!

And I shall become your teacher, the creator of this legend!"

Xu Ding grew excited as he spoke, his face beaming with delight.

Li Han shook his head slightly.

Another shameless one, on par with Yu Xiaogang.

"And what if I refuse?"

The joy on Xu Ding's face vanished, replaced once again by killing intent.

"Then you die!"