Flender smiled and said, "You've both demonstrated your strength. Fighting any longer would only waste Soul Power. It's enough to stop short of hurting each other."
Qin Ming nodded as well and said, "The Dean is right. You both performed exceptionally well. There is no winner or loser in this exchange match."
Dai Mubai and Yu Tianheng exchanged a glance, each seeing a trace of recognition in the other's eyes.
They withdrew their Martial Souls at the same time and cupped their fists to each other.
"Thank you for the match."
"Likewise."
When Dai Mubai and Yu Tianheng left the field, both bore traces of their clash.
The two had barely stepped aside when another two figures entered the center of the square.
On one side was Xue Na. Today, she wore a practical, light purple training outfit, her long hair tied in a high ponytail that revealed her smooth forehead.
Opposite her, Shi Mo had a sturdy build. Like a block of bluestone rooted in the ground, he exuded a sense of weight simply by standing there.
"Shi Mo, Martial Soul: Black Tortoise, level thirty-eight defense-type Battle Soul Elder!"
Shi Mo's voice rumbled like muffled thunder. As his words fell, Soul Power surged around him.
Three Soul Rings rose-yellow, yellow, and purple-and the phantom of an enormous Black Tortoise appeared behind him.
The blue-black shell was covered in ancient patterns and exuded an indestructible air.
"Xue Na, Martial Soul: lightning, level thirty-five Power Attack System Battle Soul Elder!"
Xue Na's voice was as clear and cold as ice. She raised her hand slightly, tiny sparks already dancing at her fingertips.
Yellow, yellow, and purple Soul Rings lit up around her as well. Compared with a few days earlier, the lightning aura around her was noticeably more concentrated.
Indeed, Xue