Chapter 228: Arrogance and Conceit

"Are you the third challenger?" Mason Carter responded to Akira Kawaguchi. Akira vaulted into the arena, exuding the demeanor of a seasoned expert. "Akira from the *和天下*, requesting instruction from Master Carter." "Is this the third challenger, Haddell?" Instead of acknowledging Akira's introduction, Mason turned to ask Haddell Xing. Haddell, who was on the podium, was momentarily taken aback before replying, "Yes, Uncle Master, it is him." "Very well," Mason nodded slightly. To an observer,...