Doulou Dalu 54

Lin Fan discreetly glanced at Tang Huoer, noting the intense focus in her eyes. She was level 59, while Bibi Dong stood at level 62. By all logic, Tang Huoer should have been at a disadvantage.

However, her Haotian Wheel of Destruction, with its eight interlocking blades, was nearly unstoppable—even against Bibi Dong's Death Spider Bones. Whether in close combat or at range, the Wheel of Destruction was almost invincible.

The only way to counter it was with extreme speed—dodging its relentless attacks. Even a Soul Emperor would struggle to endure its overwhelming destructive force.

"If she didn't have other trump cards," Lin Fan thought, "she wouldn't have been able to eliminate five Demon Sect members last year. And in the finals, she wouldn't have forced Bibi Dong to reveal her second martial spirit, depleting her soul power."

Both combatants had already surpassed the capabilities of normal Soul Kings. Their duel this year would undoubtedly be a peak-level battle.

Lin Fan considered his own chances. "Even with the Heavenly Eye and Eye of Origin, I'd only stand a chance against them if I activated Super Blood Rage for its full twenty seconds."

But, of course, he had no intention of fighting his own wife to the death.

As Bibi Dong left the arena, Lin Fan turned to depart as well. But just as he was about to exit, he heard an unexpected voice.

"Xiao Fan? Is that really you?"

Startled, Lin Fan turned and saw a young woman staring at him in disbelief. She had delicate features and a familiar warmth in her eyes.

"I thought I was mistaken at first," she continued. "But after watching several of your matches, I was sure. I searched for you everywhere and finally learned you were here."

It was Lin Yue—his biological sister.

Lin Fan stiffened slightly. He wasn't particularly close to the original protagonist's family. Still, he managed a polite smile. "Sister… I didn't expect to see you here. What are you doing in Fighting Soul Mountain?"

Lin Yue studied him, puzzled. "After you left, I joined the Jiuyang Sect in the city. I was selected for our team to compete in the tournament." Her gaze sharpened. "But what about you? Weren't you supposed to be in Spirit Hall? Why are you with the Haotian Sect? And… you have twin spirits now? Your first spirit—it's changed."

Lin Fan hesitated. How much should he reveal? "It's… a long story. Sister, I'll explain everything after the finals. I'm planning to go home soon anyway. How are our parents?"

Lin Yue's expression softened. "They're doing well. But… Xiao Fan, I can tell a lot has happened to you." She sighed. "Our team was eliminated in the preliminary rounds, so I'll stay and watch your final match."

Lin Fan forced a chuckle. "That's good. I'll see you after the tournament."

After exchanging a few more words, he made his way back to the lounge. Meeting his sister at this moment felt ominous. He had already made too many enemies. If they found out about his family, it could put them in danger.

"I should tell her to inform the clan to disown me," he thought grimly. "That way, at least they'll have a chance of staying out of this."

The Lottery Draw

Sitting down, Lin Fan took a deep breath. The looming crisis made him impatient to use his final lottery chance.

"Ling'er," he called out in his mind, "let's draw the prize."

A sweet, familiar voice echoed in his consciousness. "Are you sure, Master?"

"Yes. Start it."

A mechanical chime rang out.

Ding! Congratulations, Master, you have drawn the permanent hero—Luna! Your luck has been amazing lately!

Lin Fan's eyes widened. "What…?"

An animation played in his mind, just like when he had unlocked a permanent hero in King of Glory. A new interface appeared, showcasing Luna's character.

Curious, he asked, "Ling'er, does Luna have the Fairy Zixia skin?"

"No, Master," Ling'er replied. "Skins must be drawn separately. Each one alters Luna's abilities and appearance."

"That's fine," Lin Fan said, grinning. "Her default look is already stunning."

Glancing around to ensure he was alone, he activated the summoning.

A shimmering light filled the room.

A moment later, Luna appeared before him.

She was breathtaking—long silver hair cascading over her shoulders, a black moonlight dress flowing around her like delicate petals, revealing her smooth, snow-white legs. Black leather boots extended up to her knees, and in her hand, she held a gleaming silver Moonlight Blade.

Her expression was aloof, her posture impeccable. Tall, graceful, and exuding an air of mystery, she looked exactly as she did in the game.

"Master," Luna spoke softly, bowing slightly. "I am here to follow your commands."

Unlike the playful and affectionate Daji, Luna carried a quiet elegance.

Lin Fan quickly stood up. He realized Luna was nearly as tall as he was—1.73 meters, according to the game's official stats.

"Not bad," he muttered. "I wonder how strong she is?"

Choosing the Equipment

Just then, Ling'er's voice chimed again.

Ding! Congratulations, Master. Since you now have two permanent heroes, you may select a piece of magical equipment. Please choose:

Four options appeared in his mind:

1. Holy Grail

2. Staff of Void

3. Golden Holy Sword

4. Staff of Echo

Lin Fan frowned. "Ling'er, what's this Golden Holy Sword? I don't remember that being in the game."

"Master," Ling'er explained, "the system updates itself to match the latest version of King of Glory. New equipment and heroes will be available as they appear in the game."

Lin Fan groaned. "Are you sure Mahua Teng didn't send you?" He shook his head. "Never mind. Let me think."

He studied the options carefully. The Golden Holy Sword increased attack speed, which would suit Luna—but not as her first item. Magic penetration was useless to him. What he truly needed was cooldown reduction and mana regeneration.

"The Holy Grail is the best choice for now," he decided.

As soon as he selected it, the item's attributes appeared in his mind:

Equipment: Enhanced Holy Grail

+280 Spell Attack

+15% Cooldown Reduction

+25 Mana Regeneration (per 5 seconds)

Passive Effect: Restores 1% mana per second. If mana is full, restores 1% HP per second.

Lin Fan's jaw dropped. "This is insane!"

Ling'er added, "Master, equipment can be upgraded. However, only physical attack equipment can be used as a martial spirit. Magic items won't increase your soul skill damage—but they will regenerate your soul power. Additionally, all equipment attributes, except passive effects, are shared with your heroes."

Lin Fan's eyes gleamed. "Wait… so Luna can also inherit the effects of Bloodthirsty and Shadow Blade?"

"Yes," Ling'er confirmed.

Lin Fan chuckled, glancing at Luna. "Excellent. The next match… is yours."

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