Heaven Dou City: A Motley Crowd

A few days later, Heaven Dou City was exceptionally lively. Crowds streamed through its streets and alleys as Soul Masters, nobles, wealthy merchants, and others from all corners poured into this prosperous metropolis. With the Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone auction drawing near, forces from across the Douluo Continent were beginning to stir.

Heaven Dou City was even livelier than usual. Its streets teemed with pedestrians, while the inns were packed with guests who had come for the auction. The attendants were run off their feet, warmly greeting every visitor. In the taverns, people eagerly discussed the rare Soul Bones that might appear at the auction and speculated over who would ultimately claim them. Shrewd merchants seized the chance to peddle all kinds of Soul Master-related goods, hoping to make a fortune during this bustling period.

The city patrols were more vigilant than usual. Clad in neat armor and carrying long spears, they moved through the streets on patrol, carefully observing every passerby to ensure the city's safety. The guards at the gates had also stepped up their inspections, strictly checking everyone entering Heaven Dou City.

At that moment, in a secluded corner, Jun Lin stood with his hands behind his back, calmly gazing at the Heaven Dou Great Soul Arena in the distance. Behind him stood the Six Sword Slaves respectfully, each of them having obtained three purple and three black Soul Rings.

Jun Lin slightly turned his head and said steadily, "I brought you to the Heaven Dou Great Soul Arena today so that you can integrate into this world as quickly as possible. Remember one thing: do not take the initiative to reveal the colors of your Soul Rings, lest you invite unnecessary trouble. But in battle, there is no need to conceal your strength. Just show your abilities to the fullest."

Jun Lin continued, emphasizing, "Although the cultivation techniques you practice can conceal your aura, allowing you to fight with your Martial Souls unleashed without displaying your Soul Rings, you must not let others learn of your Soul Ring configurations unless absolutely necessary. Once any 'outsider' has seen the colors of your Soul Rings, kill them without hesitation. No hidden danger can be left behind. On the Douluo Continent, strength is both capital and the source of danger. Do you understand?"

At this moment, Jun Lin could not help but sigh inwardly. I never expected the internal cultivation techniques from The Legend of Qin World to have such remarkable effects on the Douluo Continent. This is an unexpected delight, an extra layer of protection.

The Six Sword Slaves answered in unison, "We shall obey your orders, my lord."

Jun Lin nodded slightly and continued, "You are all Soul Emperors above Level Sixty now. By Douluo Continent standards, your strength is not weak. In Soul Battles, properly experience the rules and competition of this world. Only through constant tempering can you gain a foothold on the Douluo Continent."

The Six Sword Slaves replied respectfully again, "Yes, my lord. We will certainly give it our all."

Seeing this, Jun Lin revealed a faint smile, deeply satisfied with their performance. They truly had the makings of assassins—obedient to every command and decisive in their actions.

As for why Jun Lin had brought only the Six Sword Slaves to the Great Soul Arena, it was naturally because Black White Xuan Jian and Jing Ni were in rather special circumstances. They had originally been Heaven Grade First Class assassins, and their strength was naturally beyond what the current Six Sword Slaves could compare to.

After their internal energy had converted into Soul Power, both of them possessed the Soul Power of Level Eighty Soul Douluos. Given their physical constitutions, they could basically endure a Ten Thousand Year Soul Ring as their first ring, and they would likely be able to absorb a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Ring as their seventh Soul Ring. To avoid wasting their immense potential, Jun Lin had no choice but to make careful arrangements.

Black White Xuan Jian and Jing Ni possessed extraordinary potential, and their future development was crucial. Acting rashly might cause them to miss the chance to obtain the most suitable Soul Rings.

The Six Sword Slaves, on the other hand, were somewhat weaker and had yet to reach the peak strength they possessed in the original work. They still needed time to grow, to undergo constant tempering in actual combat and improve themselves. The Great Soul Arena was an excellent place for trial and training. Because of the Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone auction, forces from all sides had gathered here, allowing the Six Sword Slaves to grow rapidly through intense battles and adapt to the Douluo Continent's combat rhythm.

As for Black White Xuan Jian and Jing Ni, Jun Lin would wait until after the auction before seeking out the Soul Rings most suitable for them, ensuring that they could unleash their greatest strength on the Douluo Continent.

Jun Lin then strode forward, with the Six Sword Slaves close behind him, and together they entered the bustling Heaven Dou Great Soul Arena.

The Heaven Dou Great Soul Arena was oval overall and stood more than two hundred meters tall. Inside, it was divided into one main Soul Battle Arena and twenty-four subsidiary Soul Battle Arenas. It could accommodate one hundred thousand spectators at once, including more than a hundred VIP boxes. This was not only a place where Soul Masters sparred and exchanged knowledge, but also a place for various forces to display their strength.

Soul Battles here were divided into three categories. The first was sparring, where participants tested themselves against one another and were forbidden from killing ruthlessly. The second was a life-and-death battle, used to settle irreconcilable disputes. The final type was a wager battle. The Great Soul Arena acted as referee, while both sides sent Soul Masters to compete. The eventual winner received everything stipulated in the wager. Many nobles and clans frequently used this method when serious conflicts arose between them.

There were also three match formats: one-on-one, two-on-two, and team battles. Team battles had relatively flexible rules regarding the number of participants. The minimum was one person, while the maximum was seven. In other words, a single person could also enter the team battle format. If one was strong enough, one could fight seven alone.

Registering for Soul Battles at the Heaven Dou Great Soul Arena was extremely simple. Applicants only needed to fill out a form containing basic personal information such as their name, Martial Soul, and Soul Power Level, after which they could receive an initial Iron Battle Soul Badge. However, each person also had to pay ten Gold Soul Coins as a registration fee.

A registration fee of ten Gold Soul Coins per person did not seem like much at first glance. For young Soul Masters just starting out, it might merely be a small threshold on their path toward glory, taken with dreams and aspirations in their hearts. For experienced veteran powerhouses, ten Gold Soul Coins were likewise only a trivial sum. Yet when these seemingly insignificant fees accumulated, they formed an enormous fortune.

At the same time, every time participants came to take part in Soul Battles, they first had to undergo a Soul Power test. Once their respective levels had been confirmed, suitable opponents would be arranged for them. Of course, challenging opponents above one's level was also permitted in the Great Soul Arena. This undoubtedly provided an excellent opportunity for Soul Masters eager to prove their strength and pursue greater glory. For challengers, it was also a path to rapidly increase both their strength and reputation.

At the Great Soul Arena, every victory earned a certain number of Gold Soul Coins as prize money, while a loss earned nothing. Such rules encouraged Soul Masters to give their all in battle and strive for victory. After all, Gold Soul Coins were also an extremely important resource for Soul Masters. At the same time, this reward system made the matches even more tense and exciting, drawing more spectators to watch.

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