The moment Xu Sanshi and Jiang Nannan stepped onto the arena, a young man and woman appeared across from them. Xu Sanshi introduced them steadily, "I'm Xu Sanshi, and she's Jiang Nannan." The young man opposite them replied politely, "My name is Yang Yifan." The girl's cool voice followed at once. "My name is Yu Mengdi."
Among the competitors on both sides, there were three Five-Ring Soul Kings and four Soul Ancestors. According to the rules, one Soul King and one Soul Ancestor would fight in this round. Judging from the opposing team's formation, the girl named Yu Mengdi was very likely a Soul King.
Xu Sanshi's expression turned especially grave. He knew full well how important this match was. In a low voice, he said to Jiang Nannan, "Nannan, leave that girl to me. I'll create an opportunity for you. As for that guy... just follow my lead." Though Jiang Nannan usually found fault with him in every way, she unexpectedly lowered her head and softly answered, "Mm."
To Xu Sanshi, that simple response sounded like heavenly music. She was always scolding him, so seeing her this compliant side was a rare delight, and sweetness welled up in his heart. Beibei, I love you so much. Yet none of that joy showed on his face. He remained stern as he focused intently on the opponents ahead.
The instant the match began, both sides summoned their Martial Souls almost simultaneously. Yang Yifan, an Agility Attack System Soul Master, held a pair of coldly gleaming daggers, one in each hand—his Martial Soul. The daggers radiated an icy aura, as though even the air around them had frozen.
Yu Mengdi, meanwhile, displayed a power of light so pure it seemed like the first ray of dawn falling into darkness.
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