"A breakthrough in the middle of battle? To think I'd run into something that only happens in novels."
The corners of Xiao Qian's mouth lifted slightly, though his expression grew a little more serious than before.
He knew perfectly well that the gap between a Nine-Star Dou Zhe and a Dou Shi was no small matter. The quality of their Dou Qi differed far too greatly.
He recalled his bitter battle with Jia Lie Lin back when he was still at the Dou Qi stage.
Back then, he had relied on the special power of his Devouring Attribute, along with some clever calculations, to wear Jia Lie Lin down to his death.
Even so, that battle had been fraught with danger. If Xun'er had not come to his rescue in time at the end, he would likely have suffered severe injuries himself.
But now, facing Yang Yuan, who had broken through to become a Dou Shi, things were different...
Xiao Qian slowly closed his eyes for a moment, as though adjusting his condition, or recalling his past combat experience.
A moment later, he opened his eyes again, an intense fighting spirit flashing within them-a feeling he had not experienced in a long time.
"Xiao Qian, you've already proven yourself. There's no need to keep pushing now." Nalan Yanran walked gracefully to Xiao Qian's side and spoke softly, her face full of concern.
In her eyes, Xiao Qian had already displayed extraordinary strength. There was no need to take risks over a clash of pride with Yang Yuan. After all, Yang Yuan was now a Dou Shi, and his strength could not be underestimated.
"I've never backed away from a fight that was mine."
Xiao Qian's lips curled into a confident grin. There was not the slightest fear in his eyes,