Lu Yu looked at the youth before him, a flicker of interest passing through his eyes. He lightly rolled his wrist and assumed a casual stance. "Then come on."
The atmosphere in the arena surged once more, and Lu Yu's calm confidence made everyone even more eager for the coming match.
Morning sunlight spilled over Shrek Academy's training grounds, and the air carried the faint fragrance of fresh grass. Today was the second round of the Soul Master Competition selections. The entire grounds were already packed with noise as enthusiastic students formed a huge circle. At the center of the crowd, Su Yu stood calmly in the arena. His gaze was as tranquil as a windless lake, seeming almost out of place amid the heated atmosphere around him.
"Next, Yu Tianheng!" the referee announced in a booming voice, instantly setting off a commotion throughout the grounds.
"Yu Tianheng is up!"
"I heard he's the heir of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. A top-tier martial soul! This match is definitely going to be amazing!"
"His opponent is that Su Yu guy. He doesn't look strong at all, so why was he matched against Yu Tianheng?"
The discussions rose one after another. As a tall figure stepped into the arena, the crowd fell quiet for a moment before erupting into even louder clamor.
Yu Tianheng wore blue-and-gold battle armor, and his handsome face carried a trace of pride. When his gaze swept over Su Yu, his brows knitted slightly.
"You're my opponent?" Yu Tianheng's tone carried a hint of disdain.
Su Yu smiled faintly. "What, disappointed?"
"Not exactly. I just find it a little boring. Since it's a match, give it your all. I won't hold back." As Yu Tianheng spoke, he crossed his arms over his chest, faint arcs of