Douluo Jueshi: I Don't Want to Be an Evil Soul Master

Chapter 439 Exchange and Discussion
Ju Zi had made preparations long before ascending the throne. In just a few days, it seemed that a major event had occurred in the Sun Moon Empire, yet nothing seemed to have changed.

Aside from the increased discussion about the Empress of the Sun and Moon Empire on the streets, people's lives don't seem to have changed much compared to before.

In contrast, the group of sect members who came to Mingdu to witness the ceremony, although also present in Mingdu, clearly did not have the leisure to discuss the Empress's affairs like ordinary people, and all of them had slightly furrowed brows when they met.

The Sun Moon Empire prepared the venue for the final battle outside Mingdu City. It was similar to the Elite Tournament, but there were no spectator stands for ordinary people to watch, nor were there any protective devices.

After all, since it is called the "Battle of the Peaks", the cultivators who participate must at least be above the Title Douluo level.

In a battle between such masters, even ordinary protective devices could not withstand the aftershocks, so the "arena" had to be set up in the air.

And naturally, there are also higher requirements for the audience who can watch the fight.

Since Ju Zi brought up the Summit Battle and Elite Tournament that day, the news spread quickly. Just as Lin Xiao had expected, many Soul Masters were looking forward to seeing the battle between experts, hoping to learn a move or two from it.

No invitations were needed, nor was a special viewing area required. Over the past few days, many Soul Masters have arrived uninvited and gathered around Mingdu.

Ju Zi, dressed in royal robes, appeared near the venue but did not get too close. She knew that with her cultivation level alone, she was nothing among the experts, so she simply came as an ordinary spectator.

The sun had fully risen, and almost everyone from the various sects had arrived. Lin Xiao didn't wait long before he took flight and stood in mid-air.

Looking around, some of the people around him looked quite familiar, while others he had never seen before. But without exception, the soul power fluctuations emanating from these people were not weak.

Even some of the disciples brought here by sects are top-notch experts in terms of cultivation.

As soon as Lin Xiao appeared, countless eyes focused on him. Each eye had a different meaning, and each one seemed to reveal a multitude of thoughts.

Years ago, Lin Xiao would never have dared to appear in public like this, but now, everything is different…

Lin Xiao closed his eyes slightly, collected his thoughts, and then suddenly opened them, his voice spreading far and wide with his soul power.

"The reason I have invited you all here today is not to discuss any unpleasant matters, but simply to invite experts from all walks of life to learn from each other, verify each other's skills, and strive for a higher level."

"I have cultivated all the way to this point, and every time I fight with all my might, I gain something. However, since breaking through to the ninth ring, few opponents have been able to bring me the same insights as before."

"I think that on this vast Douluo Continent, I am not the only one, but there are many heroes like me who just want to fight to their heart's content."

"For this reason, the Sun Moon Empire specially set up this unique arena, just to find like-minded friends to meet and fight. On this arena, there is no need to determine a winner or loser, but only to verify what you have learned."

"I am a junior, but today I dare to offer my humble opinion as a starting point, and ask who is willing to spar with me?"

Even if the people present were not sect leaders, they all held considerable positions within their sects. Lin Xiao's meaning was clear to them, but he didn't quite believe it.

They say there's no need to determine a winner on the arena, but most of the Soul Masters around are renowned experts. With their sharp eyesight, how could they not tell who is stronger?

It's just that they are all highly accomplished, so it's not appropriate to rank them like the children do, to save them some face.

When Lin Xiao mentioned setting aside unpleasant matters, he was likely referring to the Sun Moon Empire's intention to establish the Soul Alliance.

However, everyone knew that the Sun Moon Empire seemed to have forgotten what happened a few days ago and had no intention of bringing it up again. But the more they acted this way, the less room for negotiation there was. Especially after the Sun Moon Empire had already subtly secured the final victor…

A slight silence fell over the crowd. Many people glanced at Lin Xiao in the air, then scanned the room before finally settling on the people from the Body Sect and Shrek Academy.

After all, among everyone present, only Du Busi and Xuanzi had the highest cultivation levels and were qualified to fight Lin Xiao.

Poison Undying's expression was also constantly changing. To be honest, Lin Xiao's words actually struck a chord with him, since he had rarely had the opportunity to engage in actual combat since his cultivation reached level ninety-eight.

Du Bisi and Mu En once fought. Although Du Bisi died after that battle, Mu En was also seriously injured and could no longer straighten his back.

But it was also that battle that gave Moon the opportunity to break through his limits and reach the level of ninety-nine.

Therefore, when Lin Xiao invited the crowd below the stage to fight him, Du Busi was already somewhat eager to try.

However, this battle at the pinnacle was not just a friendly spar; it also concerned matters concerning the Soul Alliance in the future.

Moreover, he had already lost to Lin Xiao once outside Tiandou City.

Thinking of this, Du Busi turned his head slightly to look in the direction of Shrek Academy.

Xuanzi felt the gazes falling on him from all around, sighed softly, and finally slowly stood up.

Although Shrek Academy's reputation has declined since the continental war, as the strongest member of Shrek Academy today, he cannot back down under the watchful eyes of everyone.

Lin Xiao clasped his hands in greeting as Xuanzi slowly rose into the air, a smile playing on his lips. "I had a memorable encounter with Taotie Douluo before."

"To have another chance to fight is truly wonderful. Please."

Lin Xiao's words weren't just empty platitudes; in fact, most of them reflected his true thoughts. After all, he genuinely wanted to gain something from sparring with other experts and hoped that others could also benefit from it.

As for what others think, that's beyond his control.

Xuanzi paused slightly upon hearing Lin Xiao's words, momentarily unable to recall when he had fought Lin Xiao, but still politely clasped his hands in greeting.

If it were anyone else, Xuanzi might have been mindful of his status and let them make the first move, but he dared not be arrogant in the slightest when facing the renowned Lin Xiao.

"eye--"

A long roar escaped his lips, and a deep yellow light burst forth from Xuanzi's body. With a flash, he attacked Lin Xiao.

Seeing this, Lin Xiao raised his hand to meet the attack, and this exchange caused Xuanzi's expression to change instantly.

Only a few years have passed since the war on the continent, yet Lin Xiao's current soul power level is no weaker than his. Coupled with Lin Xiao's already incredibly powerful soul power, he was completely at a disadvantage as soon as they started fighting.

(End of this chapter)