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Chapter 18 - The Battle Begins

"Honored Soul Masters, your match today has been arranged at Arena No. 22, the main battle platform. Please, follow me."A staff member in the Heaven Dou Great Spirit Arena uniform approached and informed Qian Renyue and Ning Rongrong.

"They changed the venue? And to the main arena too? Impressive. Looks like everyone's really curious about your Martial Soul, sis~" Ning Rongrong teased with a mischievous blink.

"Seems like there'll be quite the crowd today. After all, a fight between two of the Upper Three Sects isn't something one gets to see often."

"Sis Yue, I'm a little nervous." Ning Rongrong's voice trembled slightly. After all, her sister hadn't yet attached any spirit rings to the Dragon Chanting Divine Sword, and she herself had no combat ability. Their opponents were the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan's young prodigy, and the granddaughter of the Poison Douluo—both known for their formidable power.

Feeling the small hand in hers trembling, Qian Renyue smiled faintly. She hugged Ning Rongrong gently."Silly Rongrong, what's there to be afraid of? We're not at the Continental Advanced Soul Master Tournament, and this isn't a battle of life and death. We're just two support-type Soul Masters gaining experience. If we win, great. If we lose, we'll learn from it and win next time. Don't worry, your sister will protect you. Don't be afraid, Rongrong."She lightly patted the younger girl's back, soothing her nerves.

Heaven Dou Great Spirit Arena – Main Central Stage

It wasn't as massive as the commoners imagined it to be. In fact, anyone seeing it for the first time might think it was simply another side arena.

The main stage was only slightly larger than a regular sub-arena, but what made it special was its silence. There were no open stands, only rows of sealed private viewing rooms. Behind crystal glass panes that allowed one-way viewing sat the true audience—distinguished nobles and figures of influence.

None of them wished to expose their identity or cheer like ordinary spectators. They were here for prestige—for that lofty sense of superiority.

A woman in a white dress stepped onto the rising central platform, spun gracefully once, and waved toward the surrounding boxes."It's an honor to meet all you esteemed guests here today."

Instantly, the already bright golden lights intensified. Instead of scattering outward, every beam converged on the battle stage, forming a dazzling golden pillar of light descending from above—like a divine spotlight. Even from this simple soul tool setup, one could see just how wealthy the Great Spirit Arena was.

"Today's match is a highlight! Though both teams are only at the Soul Elder level, their ages are remarkably young. If one word could describe them, it would be—'genius.' Most importantly, both sides have extraordinary backgrounds!"

"Now, allow me to introduce our contestants!"

"From the Emperor Battle Team—the captain, Yu Tianheng, a Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Soul Master! His partner, the vice-captain, Dugu Yan, a Jade Phosphor Serpent Soul Master!"

"And their opponents—the Glazed Moon Duo! They've been battling in Heaven Dou's Great Spirit Arena for a month now, winning far more than they've lost. To this day, no one knows their real names, faces, or ages. Judging by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Martial Soul of one member, they are likely from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. As for the other—a power-type Soul Master—she has so far only used a Soul Tool weapon. No one yet knows what her true Martial Soul is."

"Will today's fight finally reveal her secret? Let's wait and see!"

The white-dressed host spoke skillfully, stirring anticipation in every noble heart. Many leaned forward with genuine curiosity—a Soul Master who had never shown her Martial Soul before? Intriguing indeed.

"Alright, I'll keep it brief. Let's welcome both teams onto the stage! Tonight, we'll witness what brilliance these so-called geniuses can bring us!"

From both sides of the arena, silent doors opened. The two teams entered at once, walking toward the center.

On the left came the Emperor Battle Team. Yu Tianheng stepped onto the stage calmly, his expression cool, while Dugu Yan naturally leaned close beside him.

On the right was the Glazed Moon Duo.They wore matching princess dresses—Ning Rongrong's was light blue, paired with a beautiful teal mask carved with the same crescent-moon-and-angel motif as the Soul Tool Qian Renyue had gifted her.

Qian Renyue wore a platinum short dress, paired with matching long boots that outlined her graceful legs. Her platinum mask bore a crescent moon as well, within which stood a dazzling Nine-Tier Glazed Pagoda. In her hand was a silver longsword engraved with azure patterns shaped like a dragon's form.

As soon as both sides took their positions, Qian Renyue's eyes met Yu Tianheng's. The two gazes collided in midair like sparks striking flint.

Qian Renyue's expression tightened slightly. This opponent was different—his aura carried a fierce pressure. Tonight's battle would not be easy.

Yet that only ignited her fighting spirit. The stronger the enemy, the sharper her blade would become. Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon? Then he would serve as the whetstone for her Dragon Chanting Sword.

Yu Tianheng's once-casual demeanor turned solemn as well. He could tell that the girl before him—though younger—was far from simple. The sword intent radiating from her made his instincts tighten in warning.

"Yan Yan," he said calmly, "I'll handle the girl with the sword. You deal with Ning Rongrong. Make it quick. Once you're done, regroup with me. Be ready to use your third spirit ability at any time."

"Is that really necessary, Tianheng?" Dugu Yan teased lightly.

"Don't underestimate her. That sword girl isn't someone to take lightly. Do as I say."

"…Alright, Tianheng."

On the other side—

"Rongrong, watch out for the green-haired girl. Don't let her touch you—her whole body carries poison. Stay close to me. If things get dangerous, surrender immediately. Don't worry about me; our master is in the stands watching. If anything truly happens, he'll intervene. Just be careful, okay?"

"Got it, sis. But you too—Yu Tianheng won't be easy to handle. Please be careful."

"I now declare—tonight's Spirit Battle… begins!"

The moment the host's voice fell, four powerful auras exploded on the central stage. Both teams released their spirit power simultaneously. The surge of energy was so intense that the white-dressed hostess instinctively floated higher into the air, retreating from the shockwave.

She'd seen many team battles before—but to see Soul Elders this young, with such strong martial pressure, was rare indeed.

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