Soto Soul Fighting Arena

Han Bing heard this and said,

"Great Enshrined, I'm afraid I can't decide something like this on my own!"

The Great Enshrined smiled. "No rush, no rush. I'm only making a suggestion. There's no hurry, hahaha!"

Han Bing was taken aback, unsure what to say, but Qian Daoliu continued,

"Perhaps you'll change your mind once you meet Xue'er! All right, I'm off. Make sure you train Han Bing well!"

With that, he left.

After the other enshrined elders saw the Great Enshrined off, they chatted for a while before leaving as well.

Only Han Bing and Guang Ling Douluo remained.

Han Bing now had seven Super Douluo backing him.

Only then did Guang Ling Douluo realize that Han Bing should have been at the academy. He asked,

"Disciple, why are you back so early today?"

Han Bing told him everything Gao Lan had said.

After listening, Guang Ling finally understood. He said,

"So that's how it is. Bibi Dong probably brought out three Spirit Bones this time to prepare them for her disciples. By the way, disciple, you don't need to worry about the Spirit Bones. Those three are nothing worth mentioning."

"Disciple, you are the source of ice. The Spirit Bones best suited to you are in the Extreme North. Once the Soul Master Tournament is over, I'll take you there. The Spirit Bones in that place are the ones most suited to you."

Han Bing nodded. He had thought about it too. Those three Spirit Bones in the competition wouldn't give him much of a boost.

Since his master had already made plans, he would follow his master's advice. He thanked him,

"Thank you, Master!"

Guang Ling nodded, then continued,

"Disciple, I'll go with you to the Soto Soul Fighting Arena. First, to keep you safe. Second, do you have any more Ice Orbs?"

Guang Ling Douluo rubbed his hands together, revealing what he really wanted.

Han Bing scratched his head and replied at once,

"Don't worry, Master. I've got plenty!"

Guang Ling Douluo smiled sheepishly. "Good, then. I'll go with you all in three days!"

Three days later~

Han Bing packed everything up and prepared to set off.

Guang Ling Douluo followed them in secret.

Along with Han Bing, the other students also rode in the same carriage as him.

Hu Liena looked around. The carriage was practically a luxurious private suite, equipped with everything one could want. She couldn't help sighing,

"You really are the young master of Spirit Hall. I'm the Pope's disciple, and even I don't get this kind of treatment."

Han Bing smiled. The carriage had all the food, drink, and entertainment anyone could want.

"Nana, how can you compare yourself to Han Bing? The enshrined elders of Spirit Hall aren't even under the Pope's authority. Naturally, Han Bing isn't under the Pope's authority either. He's above the Pope."

Xie Yue spoke with his arms folded. After spending the past few years together, they had all been won over by Han Bing's strength, and they got along well.

"I know that, of course. Little brother Han Bing, hmm~ once we get to Suotuo City, how about teaming up with your big sister Nana for two-on-two matches?"

As soon as she said that, the other students chimed in,

"Han Bing, team up with me! I promise I won't hold you back!"

"No, no, team up with me!"

"Team up with me!"

"All of you, move aside. Does Han Bing even need a teammate? He can go alone."

All the students wanted to ride Han Bing's coattails. After all, if they teamed up with him, they were guaranteed to win.

At that moment, Teacher Gao Lan drew back the curtain and looked at them.

"Stop arguing. I've already arranged the teams. Take a look for yourselves!"

Teacher Gao Lan handed over a sheet of paper, and everyone crowded around to see.

The two-on-two teams had already been arranged by Teacher Gao Lan based on their Martial Souls and how well they worked together.

Yan and Sun Haoran.

Xie Yue and Liu Mingyue.

Wu Tian and Zhang Yuan.

Wang Dan and Zhao Feng.

Lin Yuetian and Hu Liena.

Han Bing was left without a partner. He was simply too powerful, and teaming him up with anyone would keep the others from getting proper practice.

Teacher Gao Lan said,

"Han Bing, you can skip the two-on-two matches. With your strength, you don't need to compete in them. If any of the students need help, you can step in."

Han Bing nodded. Over the past few years, their afternoon combat classes had practically become him taking on several opponents at once.

At first, he fought three opponents at a time. Later, he simply took on all nine!

He didn't even need his Second Martial Soul.

Everyone admired his strength immensely.

When they saw that no one would get to ride Han Bing's coattails, they stopped arguing.

A day later, they arrived in Suotuo City.

Night had already fallen.

The Soto Soul Fighting Arena only opened at night.

Teacher Gao Lan arranged rooms for them. They would rest tonight, do basic training tomorrow during the day, then begin fighting at the arena that night.

Suotuo City was bustling that night. Han Bing was staying in the luxurious Suite 9527.

He stood by the window, admiring the beautiful night.

Unable to sleep, he decided to go out for a stroll.

As soon as he opened the door, he saw a young man dressed in white with golden hair.

Han Bing took a closer look. Wasn't that Dai Mubai?

He was strolling along with one woman on either side, looking utterly carefree.

Dai Mubai glanced at Han Bing, then passed him with his arms around the two beauties.

One of the women spotted Han Bing and couldn't help saying,

"What a handsome young boy!"

"Oh? As handsome as me?"

Dai Mubai retorted, whispering into the woman's ear.

She giggled. "You're about even!"

"About even? Then tonight I'll have to show you which one of us is better!"

Dai Mubai teased the two women, thoroughly enjoying himself.

Han Bing was taken aback. Had Shrek already arrived at the Soto Soul Fighting Arena too?

Well, this would be interesting.

Besides, Dai Mubai really was a scumbag.

I hope I don't run into you tomorrow. Otherwise, I'll have to teach you a good lesson.

He left the hotel alone and wandered through the streets, admiring the night view of Suotuo City.

The streets were brightly lit on both sides, and taverns and shops were packed with noisy crowds. Most people had come to watch the matches at the Soul Fighting Arena.

Han Bing wandered alone through the streets. As he walked, a familiar voice suddenly called from behind him,

"Han Bing, you came out for a stroll too!"

Han Bing turned around. It was Hu Liena, happily exploring the brightly lit, bustling streets.

Over the past six years, Hu Liena had grown into a graceful young woman.

She smiled at Han Bing.

Han Bing merely nodded.

Hu Liena pursed her lips and said playfully,

"Han Bing, why are you as cold as your name? You hardly talk at all. Sigh, it's rare for you to come out for a stroll. Couldn't you sleep?"

Han Bing nodded again, still saying nothing.

Hu Liena brushed back her hair. The atmosphere was getting a little chilly, so she searched for something to talk about.

"Um, right. Teacher Gao said we should choose aliases for ourselves. Have you thought of one?"

After hearing her, Han Bing blurted out two words,

"Ice Man!"

Hu Liena covered her stomach and laughed. "Hahaha, that name is ridiculous. Ice Man?"

Han Bing watched Hu Liena laugh, his expression cold as ice.

The more Hu Liena laughed, the quieter her voice became as she looked at Han Bing's expression. Then she said,

"Sorry, I laughed too loudly. If you like it, that's what matters!"

Han Bing hadn't really given it any thought. He'd just blurted it out!

Just then, Han Bing, who rarely spoke, suddenly asked,

"Hu Liena, what do you think I should call myself?"