"Mm... my Martial Soul really isn't anything special," Xiao Yi said modestly, speaking up for once.
Her voice was gentle, like a breeze brushing past, soothing those who heard it.
Although she was usually a woman of few words, she showed a rare fondness for Xixi.
"Oh, Lesser Siming, you're too modest! Your Martial Soul is really powerful! I'd love to spar with you!" Xixi said eagerly, as though struggling to contain her excitement.
"Just call me Xiao Yi," Xiao Yi said calmly, though anyone who knew her would have sensed the unusual stir in her emotions.
"Xixi, why do you want to spar?" Chen Xiaojun asked from beside them.
"In Vast Sea City, Sea Soul Masters make up most of our ranks, but I've always felt that Soul Masters with land-based Martial Souls are just as formidable.
"I rarely meet a Soul Master my age as strong as you, and I can tell that you have an established lineage and considerable martial skill.
"So I'd really like to spar with you and see how much of a gap there is between us." Xixi's smile was always faint, as though it held some mysterious power.
After hearing Xixi out, Xiao Yi showed neither alarm nor unease. On the contrary, she remained perfectly calm.
She looked at Xixi and said, "We can spar, but let's not take it too seriously. We'll stop once a decisive hit lands."
"I remember the Great Soul Arena allows arranged matches," Xixi said gracefully. Her words revealed her desire for strength and her anticipation of a challenge.
"Xixi, we've been spending our time at the Great Soul Arena lately. We have plenty of opportunities," Chen Xiaojun said evenly.
"Miss, your Soul Fighting match is the one after next." A steady voice sounded behind them, drawing everyone's