After registering at the front desk, I handed over the token, on which the six characters "Qianji Bailian Fuqin" shone brightly.
Soon, the battle officially began.
The first to take the stage was Tang San and Xiao Wu's "Three Dances" duo, whose opponents were the Iron Hammer duo from the original story.
Tie Long and Tie Hu are two level 25 offensive Soul Masters.
Tang San continued to use the Blue Silver Grass for control, while Xiao Wu launched close-range attacks; the two worked together seamlessly.
Although Tie Long and Tie Hu's martial souls were strong, they were completely suppressed by Tang San's control and were defeated in no time.
"The Sanwu team wins!" The referee's voice rang out. Tang San smiled and looked at Xiao Wu, wanting to share the joy of victory, but found that Xiao Wu was somewhat absent-minded, and his heart was immediately dampened.
【With the "IQ-reducing aura" in effect, Tang San concluded that "Xiao Wu was simply contemplating her future, hence her melancholy."】
"Next match: Qin Rong duo vs. Lei Huo duo!"
As the referee's voice rang out, Fu Qin led Ning Rongrong by the hand onto the Soul Battle Stage.
The two Soul Masters of the Thunderfire duo were already waiting on the stage. One possessed the Martial Soul of Thunder Wolf, and the other the Martial Soul of Fire Leopard. Both were level 34 Power Attack-type Soul Masters, and their strength should not be underestimated.
"A support and control combination? This is just free points, isn't it?"
Thunder Wolf Soul Master chuckled and glanced at Ning Rongrong with disdain.
Fire Leopard Soul Master chimed in, "That woman looks delicate and probably doesn't even dare to use her soul skills. We can just deal with the man directly."
Ning Rongrong turned pale with anger upon hearing this, and was about to lash out when Fu Qin gently pressed down on her shoulder.
"Don't be angry, we'll show them what we're capable of later."
Fu Qin smiled gently and comforted her.
【With the "Fate's Beginning and End" Max+ activated, Ning Rongrong's trust in Fu Qin reaches its peak.】
【Ning Rongrong's thoughts: Brother Fu Qin must have a way. I must help him and not let him down!】
At the start of the match, Thunder Wolf Soul Master activated his first Soul Skill, "Thunder Strike," and a bolt of purple lightning struck towards Fu Qin.
Fire Leopard Soul Master transformed into a streak of fire and pounced on Ning Rongrong, clearly intending to eliminate the support character first.
"Rongrong, give me more power and speed!"
Fu Qin gave a low shout.
The two century-old soul rings behind him shone with dazzling light.
The first soul skill "Hundred Refinements: Transformation into Objects" and the second soul skill "Divine Mechanism: Control of Objects" are activated simultaneously.
Nine black iron throwing knives from his waist flew out instantly.
Ning Rongrong immediately activated the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda, and two dazzling beams of light shot towards Fu Qin.
"Brother Fu Qin, catch!" With his strength and speed attributes increasing by 20% instantly, Fu Qin's movements became even faster.
Fu Qin manipulated nine flying knives, instantly blocking the lightning attack. At the same time, he flashed in front of Ning Rongrong, avoiding the attack of the Fire Leopard Soul Venerable.
"Tianmu - Structure!"
Activating his third soul skill, he achieved a state of perfect harmony with nature, allowing him to clearly perceive the weaknesses of his two opponents.
"A mere trick!" Thunder Wolf Soul Master roared.
The second soul skill, "Thunder Claw," was activated, and the sharp claws, imbued with the power of lightning, reached out to grab Fu Qin.
The Fire Leopard Soul Master also activated his second soul skill, "Fire Pounce," with flames enveloping his claws as he attacked from the side.
Fu Qin remained calm, manipulating nine flying knives to form a defensive barrier. At the same time, he channeled his soul power into his fingertips and gently pointed in the direction of the two.
"Hundred Refinements: Transformation" was activated again, and the rubble on the ground was instantly refined and controlled by the second soul skill "Divine Mechanism: Object Manipulation," shooting towards the joints and acupoints of the two people.
Thunder Wolf Soul Master and Fire Leopard Soul Master were surprised by the strangeness of Fu Qin's attack and quickly activated their soul power to defend themselves.
However, those iron needles were too small and precisely targeted their blind spots in defense. Many of the needles still managed to penetrate their defenses and pierce their flesh.
"Ah!" The two screamed simultaneously, their movements instantly slowing down.
Fu Qin seized the opportunity, manipulating nine throwing knives, which shot towards the vital points of the two men like nine silver rays.
Thunder Wolf Soul Master and Fire Leopard Soul Master were shocked and hurriedly activated their third soul skills, "Thunder Explosion" and "Fire Burning," in an attempt to make a last-ditch effort.
A massive burst of lightning and flames erupted instantly, engulfing the entire Soul Arena.
Ning Rongrong gasped in fright and instinctively grabbed Fu Qin's arm.
Fu Qin shielded her behind him, a mischievous smile playing on his lips, "Love Massage!"
He flashed through the flames and lightning like a ghost, and struck the Thunder Wolf Soul Master's vital point on the back with a palm.
The internal force, as fine as silk, mixed with soul power, instantly invaded the body of Thunder Wolf Soul Venerable. His body stiffened abruptly, and the ferocity on his face was instantly replaced by extreme comfort. His soul power fluctuations dropped sharply.
Fu Qin pressed his advantage, striking Fire Leopard Soul Master's weak point with another palm strike—the same move, the same effect.
In just a moment, Thunder Wolf Soul Master and Fire Leopard Soul Master lay on the ground, their bodies limp and unable to move, their faces filled with a dazed and blissful expression.
"The Qin-Rong combination wins!" the referee's voice rang out, tinged with disbelief.
No one expected that two level 35 offensive Soul Masters would be so easily defeated by a combination of a support and a control type.
Ning Rongrong excitedly hugged Fu Qin and cheered.
"Brother Fu Qin, we won! You're amazing!" Her cheek was pressed tightly against Fu Qin's chest, feeling his steady heartbeat, her heart filled with admiration and love.
【Ning Rongrong's favorability +20, currently 167 points】
Watching the two embrace from below the stage, Xiao Wu was filled with jealousy.
【Xiao Wu's thoughts: Fu Qin, you're clearly mine... why are you so close to Ning Rongrong? I'm so sad...】
Xiao Wu recalled the events of the past two nights, and a sense of unease arose in her heart.
Fearing that her younger brother Fu Qin would dislike her, she turned her attention to Ning Rongrong instead.
Tang San looked at Xiao Wu's aggrieved expression.
My thoughts were racing.
After spending six years together, Tang San knew very well that Xiao Wu truly regarded Fu Qin as her own younger brother.
Back when their Wu Tong was messed up by that brat Huo Yuhao, Xiao Wu felt the same way.
【With the "IQ-lowering halo" in effect, Tang San concludes that "Xiao Wu treats Fu Qin like a younger brother, and after seeing the close relationship between Fu Qin and Ning Rongrong, she believes that Ning Rongrong has taken away the unique sibling affection that Fu Qin originally had for her."】
【Tang San's thoughts: Sigh, I'm just too soft-hearted. Xiao Wu is too sensitive. I'll coax her when we get back. But I can't let Fu Qin and Ning Rongrong's relationship develop. Ning Rongrong's destiny can only be Oscar.】
Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun, who were standing to the side, were both stunned.
Dai Mubai couldn't help but say, "Fu Qin's strength is too terrifying! He actually defeated a level 35 Soul Master with just two palm strikes."
Ma Hongjun was filled with envy: "Not only is he strong, but his handsome face is even more outrageous than Oscar's bitch face. He left us no way out at all!"
Oscar sighed upon seeing this, his feelings of grievance growing stronger.
He felt that he was so good to Ning Rongrong, but Ning Rongrong only had eyes for Fu Qin, and he was like a joke.