Deep within a desolate canyon, two immense surges of soul power faced each other from afar, freezing every current of air between heaven and earth.
Steep cliffs stood silent on either side, their rocks hard and jagged. The valley lay deathly still, with only the two opposing forces quietly colliding in the void, hidden currents churning.
Far away on higher ground, four figures stood quietly: Di Tian, Bi Ji, Zi JI, and Xiong Jun.
The four Ferocious Beasts watched the battle from afar, their gazes fixed on the two figures facing off at the bottom of the valley. All were filled with anticipation, eager to witness their lord's prowess firsthand.
Mountain winds swept past the cliff rocks, stirring up fine gravel. For a moment, all was quiet.
"Who do you think will win this spar?"
Bi Ji turned her head, her emerald eyes looking toward the others beside her as she spoke softly.
"I favor our lord."
Di Tian stood with his hands behind his back. Even without restrictions on Tang Qingye's methods, their lord still possessed formidable reserves.
Zi JI lifted her eyes calmly. After some thought, she decided it was better to remain neutral. Though she inwardly favored Tang Qingye, she was, after all, their lord's subordinate.
"My money's on the young lord."
Xiong Jun spoke in a deep, rumbling voice.
The young lord had indeed taught him a lesson before, but his judgment today did not stem from fear. He genuinely acknowledged his strength.
Di Tian and Bi Ji both looked at Xiong Jun.
Scratching his enormous head, Xiong Jun met their gazes openly. "I'm not afraid of him. Even without those special abilities, the young lord's fundamental combat skills are terrifying."
"Since when did you learn to think?"
A trace of surprise crossed Di Tian's eyes.