Chapter 59: Dragon's Might Shakes the World

The duel location was set by Wu Zhangkong in the grand plaza of Eastsea Academy. Since classes were in session, the plaza was vast and empty, ensuring they wouldn't be disturbed.

Leaving the academy grounds during class time felt strange yet somewhat prestigious to the students, giving the five members of Class Zero a subtle sense of superiority.

Xie Xie curiously observed Gu You, the new student walking beside Wu Zhangkong. So this is my opponent today?

For some reason, Xie Xie felt an odd sensation when facing him.

He quickly dismissed the thought, shaking his head. He didn't know how this newcomer managed to get into Class Zero, but if he was allowed in under special circumstances, that meant his talent was undoubtedly strong.

I can't afford to lose again.

To be honest, compared to Tang Wulin and Gu Yue, his advantage of being innately full of soul power had faded. After being defeated by Tang Wulin's punch and overwhelmed by Gu Yue's elemental power, he finally understood what true genius was.

At present, Xie Xie was the weakest in Class Zero. He had always wanted to prove himself, but he was neither as monstrous as Tang Wulin and Gu Yue nor as innately talented as Zhang Yangzi and Wang Jinxi. He had been feeling lost. However, he believed that after this battle with Gu You, he would finally be able to change how everyone viewed him—he would prove himself!

Tang Wulin also curiously studied Gu You. Standing at only 1.5 meters tall, he felt that Gu You, who was nearly 1.7 meters, had the presence of an older brother.

Beside him, Gu Yue frowned. She couldn't sense any distinct aura from Gu You, yet there was a strange feeling—an inexplicable hostility between them.

Zhang Yangzi, on the other hand, was unimpressed. This guy joined later than us—who knows if he just used some connections to force his way into Class Zero?

Wang Jinxi didn't have much of an opinion. He actually felt that their class was too small, so adding one more person would make things livelier. Plus, he had been in a great mood these past few days. Training with Tang Wulin had not only improved his cultivation speed but also given his martial soul a strange sense of breakthrough, which felt incredible.

Eastsea Academy Grand Plaza

Gu You and Xie Xie stood facing each other, separated by dozens of meters.

"Xie Xie, take another few dozen steps back," Wu Zhangkong ordered coldly.

Xie Xie was an agility-type soul master, meaning he would have a significant advantage at close range. Wu Zhangkong wanted to make sure that advantage was removed, allowing Xie Xie to be properly tested and tempered.

Gu You felt an even greater sense of admiration for Wu Zhangkong.

"Release your martial souls," Wu Zhangkong commanded.

Xie Xie leaped up slightly, stretching his body to loosen his muscles before assuming a sharp and focused stance.

He retreated as instructed, each step precisely measured. However, even while retreating, his gaze never left Gu You.

From the moment he saw Gu You, he had felt a vague sense of danger. Now, he was fully concentrated, ready to face his opponent in peak condition.

Having fought Tang Wulin several times, Xie Xie had learned a valuable lesson—not just Tang Wulin, but he himself had benefited immensely. Most importantly, he now understood the saying: Even a lion uses its full strength when hunting a rabbit.

A radiant dagger appeared in Xie Xie's hands—the Light Dragon Dagger, one of his martial souls.

Gu You's hands became covered in dragon scales, but he didn't fully release his martial soul.

Dragon Claws!

Wu Zhangkong, Tang Wulin, and Wang Jinxi were all taken aback.

A dragon-type martial soul…?

Looking at the dark, destructive energy exuding from the dragon claws, Wu Zhangkong murmured, "It seems to have a destructive attribute."

Tang Wulin's Golden Dragon Claw, Wang Jinxi's Dark Bone Dragon King Martial Soul—things were getting more interesting.

Gu Yue lowered her gaze slightly. A peculiar multicolored radiance flickered around her before fading away.

"This feels familiar… but I can't remember anything." Gu Yue lightly touched her forehead before looking back at Gu You's dragon claws.

"Who exactly are you?"

Tang Wulin also noticed Gu Yue's strange reaction. Though he was curious, he didn't ask. Right now, the battle was more important—he might learn something new.

Wu Zhangkong did not immediately start the battle. Instead, he said to Gu You, "Underestimating your opponent is an unwise decision."

Gu You chuckled. "Teacher, it's not that I don't want to fully unleash my martial soul… I'm just afraid that if I do, this battle will be too one-sided."

Wu Zhangkong fell silent.

"Begin!"

Wu Zhangkong had always been concise and direct. The moment he gave the command, Xie Xie instantly released his soul rings—two yellow rings, an optimal configuration for his level!

His entire body surged forward with explosive speed, charging toward Gu You like a lightning-fast panther.

Xie Xie's burst power was indeed astonishing. His body launched forward like a bolt of light, rapidly closing the distance between them.

Gu You, on the other hand, seemed momentarily caught off guard. By the time he raised his hands, Xie Xie was already within ten meters.

The Light Dragon Dagger gleamed, its edge flickering. Xie Xie did not immediately use his soul skills. As a two-ringed soul master, he only had two skills, and using them consumed a lot of energy. The best strategy was to strike at the perfect moment.

Looking at Gu You's sluggish reaction, Xie Xie thought, Maybe I don't even need a soul skill to win this.

The audience held their breath.

Among their peers, Xie Xie was already one of the strongest they had seen. Could this new guy really beat him?

Suddenly—

Gu You let out a deep, thunderous dragon roar.

A terrifying pressure surged outward, shattering Xie Xie's momentum instantly.

Tang Wulin shuddered violently, feeling an invisible suppression descend upon him. Gu Yue's face turned pale as she gazed at Gu You in disbelief. Wang Jinxi found it hard to breathe.

Even Wu Zhangkong and Zhang Yangzi felt the pressure, though to a lesser extent.

Xie Xie's martial soul—Light Dragon Dagger—trembled, its glow flickering before suddenly disappearing.

A subdued dragon cry resonated from within Xie Xie's body.

"What's going on? Why is my martial soul out of control?"

Forcing himself to re-summon his Light Dragon Dagger, Xie Xie rushed toward Gu You again.

Wu Zhangkong observed the situation with intrigue. A bloodline suppression?

So far, he had only seen this effect on Tang Wulin.

Xie Xie was now directly in front of Gu You. By this point, it seemed too late for Gu You to react unless he was also an agility-type soul master.

But…

Was Gu You someone who could be easily defeated?

A ring of purple light expanded outward from Gu You.

Xie Xie's Light Dragon Dagger pierced the radiance—

But then, he felt an overwhelming force push back against his attack.

His grip faltered, and the Light Dragon Dagger flew out of his hands!

In the next instant—

Gu You appeared before him, his fist swinging toward Xie Xie's face!

Xie Xie, relying on his agility-type instincts, twisted his body midair, narrowly dodging the blow.

(End of Chapter)