"Don't thank me. Back at the Soul Fighting Arena, didn't you hold back as well?" Lin Fan said with a chuckle.
His perception was incredibly sharp; the attack Huo Wu Shines Like the Sun had combined the full soul power of five people, yet the final output was slightly lacking. The only possibility was that Huo Wu had held back, fearing she might kill him.
Although she couldn't have harmed Lin Fan even if she had gone all out, he still intended to acknowledge the gesture. Furthermore, Huo Wu had called out several warnings before launching her attack, so Lin Fan considered this a fair exchange of favors.
"I really didn't expect your strength to be this formidable. Have you truly already reached the level of a Soul Emperor?" Huo Wu looked at Lin Fan with a complex gaze, unable to stop herself from asking.
"Mn." Lin Fan nodded in admission; there was nothing to hide.
"No wonder those three beauties are so infatuated with you..." The ones Huo Wu referred to were naturally Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, and Ning Rongrong.
"But rest assured, I, Huo Wu, keep my word. Since I lost, I will not go back on the conditions I promised you. No matter what you ask of me... I will not refuse..." Because of her shyness, Huo Wu's voice grew lower and lower, yet her tone remained incredibly resolute.
"You are worthy of being the woman I, Lin Fan, have set my sights on. You have your pride, and I have my own principles!"
"It is true that I like you and want to possess you, but I will not force you. Instead, I will make you fall in love with me of your own free will!"
"Go back now and prepare yourself for the upcoming matches."
Lin Fan stared into Huo Wu's eyes, speaking each word clearly. Once he finished, he turned around and headed back to the hotel.
"What kind of man... is he exactly!?"
Watching Lin Fan's departing back, Huo Wu's eyes grew hazy. A feeling stirred in her heart for Lin Fan that had never once appeared for Feng Xiaotian.
Without a doubt, Huo Wu was proud; even someone as strong as Feng Xiaotian had never once managed to step into her heart.
Yet, the appearance of Lin Fan caused ripples to stir in her heart, which had remained as still as an ancient well for years.
"Could it be... could it be that I have truly fallen for this man..."
Huo Wu's delicate lips parted slightly, emitting a murmur that only she could hear.
The battle between the Heaven Dou Royal Academy Second Team and Blazing Academy had, unsurprisingly, caused a massive stir, and the name Lin Fan had spread throughout the entire Heaven Dou Imperial City.
To defeat one of the Five Element Academies, Blazing Academy, using only physical strength without even activating a martial soul—and doing so with a one-sided crushing victory—made it difficult for such a proud achievement not to attract attention.
The next day, the soul fighting continued. Lin Fan arrived at the arena, but since there was another match scheduled before theirs, Lin Fan and his group waited in the preparation area, though they could still observe the situation on the arena floor.
"Everyone, today is the second day of the qualifying tournament. The first match will be between Blue Tyrant Academy and Elephant Armor Academy. Now, let us welcome both teams to the stage!"
After the host's voice faded, Lin Fan frowned; the name Blue Tyrant Academy felt somewhat familiar.
"Blue Tyrant Academy team leader, Tang San, level 32 Control System Battle Soul Master; vice-leader, Dai Mubai, level 38 Power Attack System Battle Soul Master..."
When the host finished speaking, Lin Fan instantly realized why!
In the original story, Blue Tyrant Academy was founded by Liu Erlong, and following the arrival of Tang San and the others, it was eventually renamed Shrek Academy.
"This Yu Xiaogang really is shameless!" Lin Fan sneered inwardly. This scumbag had first failed Bibi Dong, and then left Liu Erlong heartbroken for over a decade!
In the end, when he had nowhere else to turn, he had the audacity to go and beg Liu Erlong—it was truly laughable!
However, Tang San's participation was a good thing for Lin Fan; he could use this opportunity to ruthlessly harvest villain points from him to make up for the losses incurred from exchanging for weapons earlier.
As the host's voice fell, the soul fight between the two sides began!
Blue Tyrant Academy was still led by Tang San, joined by Dai Mubai, Ma Hongjun, Oscar, and three others filling the ranks. There was no helping it; the three beauties from the original Shrek Academy had all been intercepted by Lin Fan!
As for Elephant Armor Academy, they were disciples of the Elephant Armor Sect. Their martial souls were all Diamond Mammoths, renowned for their power and defense!
Once the battle began, Blue Tyrant Academy, under Tang San's command and leadership, gradually gained the upper hand. Victory was only a matter of time!
Lin Fan was not surprised by this. He had to admit that Tang San possessed rich combat experience, which worked wonders against opponents of similar levels, though it was a futile effort against Lin Fan.
"Heh heh, I am looking forward to the day we face each other more and more!"
Lin Fan sneered in his heart. His victory over Blazing Academy yesterday must have already spread far and wide. Under such circumstances, for Tang San to still dare to participate, Lin Fan had to admire his courage!
But this was for the best. Being able to publicly humiliate Tang San in front of over a hundred thousand people would surely yield an unimaginable amount of villain points!
"The second match: Heaven Dou Royal Academy First Team versus Heaven Dou Royal Academy Second Team!"
When the host's voice fell, a wave of gasps erupted from the audience!
By all logic, the Heaven Dou Royal Academy First Team could be considered the most competitive team in the entire Heaven Dou Empire, but that was only before yesterday!
Because Lin Fan's performance had been far too dazzling, the Second Team's reputation and the level of discussion surrounding them were now far beyond what the First Team could compare to!
"Master, the system has issued a mission: capture Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling!"
At that moment, Daji's voice suddenly echoed in Lin Fan's mind.
"Heh heh, the mission comes at just the right time, and it's two beauties at once!"
Lin Fan was ecstatic. He loved these types of missions; gaining rewards while expanding his harem was simply killing two birds with one stone!
"Heh, the upcoming battle should be quite interesting."
On the main dais, Emperor Xue Ye wore a smile, clearly looking forward to this soul battle with great anticipation!
"Now, let us invite both teams to enter the arena. Heaven Dou Royal Academy First Team, captain Yu Tianheng, level 43 assault-system battle soul master; vice-captain Dugu Yan, level 38 control-system battle soul master... Ye Lingling, level 40 support-system soul master..."
"Heaven Dou Royal Academy Second Team, captain Lin Fan, level 61 assault-system battle soul emperor..."
After the host's voice faded, the two teams took the stage one after another, and the atmosphere in the arena instantly turned scorching hot!
On the side of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy First Team, a woman with short purple hair stood with her arms crossed. Her stunning features carried a chilling air that made others recoil, and cold light flickered in her long, narrow eyes. What was most astonishing was that her pupils were an eerie green!
Beyond her appearance, what drew the most attention was her figure, especially her willow-like waist, which was as supple as a water snake. Many men would feel their legs go weak just by looking at her waist!
She was the vice-captain of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy First Team, Dugu Yan, and also the granddaughter whom Poison Douluo doted on most!
"That damn guy, I really want to gouge his eyes out!"
Dugu Yan stared coldly ahead, gritting her teeth as she spoke!
Lin Fan made no attempt to hide his gaze, his lecherous eyes sweeping wantonly over her body and that of Ye Lingling behind her!
Because of Dugu Bo, no other man dared to let his gaze linger on her for too long. This was the first time someone had been as brazen as Lin Fan, and that was not to mention that her boyfriend, Yu Tianheng, was standing right beside her!
"Don't worry, I'll teach him a harsh lesson in a moment. I'll break his legs and make him kneel before you!"
Beside her, Yu Tianheng clenched his fists, the joints of his fingers cracking audibly. Clearly, his rage had reached its peak!
This was only natural; no normal man could tolerate another man staring at his woman like that!
"Kid, do you think we are the Blazing Academy from yesterday? How dare you be this arrogant!?"
Yu Tianheng stared coldly at Lin Fan as he spoke.
Having learned from yesterday's precedent, Lin Fan's teammates were very self-aware; they didn't even take the stage, leaving Lin Fan alone up there!
"You are Yu Tianheng? Just a level 43 soul sect—do you really think you're worthy of Yanyan?!"
Facing Yu Tianheng's interrogation, Lin Fan let out a cold laugh!
As his voice fell, an uproar erupted throughout the entire soul battle arena!
"Damn, what is going on? This Lin Fan is actually calling someone else's girlfriend by such an intimate name?!"
"He's too arrogant. Doesn't he know Dugu Yan is Poison Douluo's granddaughter? To dare to flirt in public!"
"Offending a Title Douluo, especially a master of poison—this kid probably won't even know how he died!"
Countless people expressed sympathy for Lin Fan's impending fate. Even if he were a soul emperor, let alone a soul douluo, he would still have to endure Dugu Bo's wrath!
"You're courting death!"
Lin Fan's words were like a heavy bomb, igniting the fury of every member of the Heaven Dou First Team!
Yu Tianheng let out a roar, his two yellow and two purple soul rings appearing beneath his feet as he charged directly at Lin Fan!
The other members followed suit, launching their attacks at Lin Fan, with only Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling remaining in place.
Zzzzt!
A harsh, crackling sound rang out. Yu Tianheng's arms had already transformed into dragon claws, pale blue scales shimmering with a cold luster, and arcs of lightning continuously discharged between his claws!
Chapter 53: Jade Scale Purple Poison!
"Heh, interesting!"
Lin Fan smiled slightly, showing no intention of dodging. After activating the Azure Heaven Dragon Transformation Art, his own arms transformed into dragon claws, and he met Yu Tianheng head-on!
Boom!
The two pairs of dragon claws collided fiercely. After a terrifying burst of energy, Lin Fan remained standing in place without moving an inch, while Yu Tianheng let out a muffled groan, flying back over ten meters before landing in a sorry state!
"This... how is this possible?!"
Yu Tianheng was shocked. As a Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon user, he possessed immense confidence. Even though Lin Fan's performance yesterday had been extraordinary, he hadn't believed himself to be much weaker than his opponent!
But after clashing today, he realized how foolish his previous thoughts had been!
Once Lin Fan's arms transformed into dragon claws, his power and defense completely crushed his Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon martial soul!
After knocking Yu Tianheng away, the remaining four members rushed to Lin Fan's side!
Lin Fan naturally didn't care for these insignificant people. He lashed out with his dragon claws in rapid succession, and the sound of breaking bones echoed from the four men. Like kites with severed strings, they flew backward and landed in a heap, spitting blood!
In just a few breaths, the members of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy First Team had been soundly defeated, and just like yesterday, Lin Fan hadn't even activated his martial soul!
"This kid is too much of a freak, right!?"
This was the unanimous assessment of Lin Fan by everyone watching the match!
As for his opponents, although the members of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy First Team were shocked, they didn't show much fear!
Ye Lingling extended her slender, snow-white palms, and a gorgeous Begonia Flower appeared and slowly bloomed. A silver light, like moonlight, spread out and covered the bodies of all the members of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy First Team!
The injuries on the members who had been hurt began to heal at a speed visible to the naked eye. Within moments, their wounds had completely closed, and their pale complexions returned to a healthy glow!
"Heh, our Lingling's martial soul is truly amazing!"
Faced with this situation, Lin Fan was not the least bit shocked; instead, he continued to tease Ye Lingling with a lighthearted, breezy air.
Ye Lingling had an incredibly slender figure, though she appeared somewhat frail. A waterfall of long blue hair cascaded down her back, and her deep blue eyes shimmered with the dark, tranquil hue of a midnight lake. The only pity was that her face remained veiled by a layer of black gauze.
The Nine-Heart Begonia spirit possessed only one skill across all its soul rings: healing, and it was an area-of-effect heal at that!
"Protect Lingling, I'll deal with him!"
Yu Tianheng spoke up. In his view, once Ye Lingling's spirit ability was revealed, Lin Fan would naturally target her first. As long as Ye Lingling remained on the stage, he had no fear of injury!
Yu Tianheng intended to drag Lin Fan into a war of attrition to reclaim his lost ground.
"Third Soul Skill, Thunder Fury!"
Amidst a roar, silver-white lightning coiled around Yu Tianheng's entire body, and his aura suddenly surged twofold!
"Blue Lightning Divine Dragon Strike!"
Immediately following, his fourth soul ring flared to life. The soul power within his body surged frantically toward his hands, and moments later, it coalesced into a lightning dragon nearly five meters long, which roared directly toward Lin Fan!
ROAR!
Wherever the lightning dragon passed, electricity crackled across its body, erupting with terrifying arcs and destructive power that seemed to pierce through the very air!
"How dare a mere firefly compete with the brilliance of the moon!"
Facing the rapidly approaching dragon, Lin Fan wore a mocking expression. He did not retreat or dodge in the slightest; he clenched his right fist and threw a fierce punch straight ahead!
The air erupted with violent sonic booms as his fist moved, creating a vacuum in its wake before slamming heavily into the head of the lightning dragon.
BANG!
The moment they collided, a mournful wail escaped the dragon's maw. Cracks suddenly appeared across its snow-white body, spreading like a spiderweb until, with a loud explosion, it shattered into a sky full of silver-white light particles!
Hiss!
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