71. The Might of Skyburn, A Name Made in the Selection

The air above the central arena of the Spiritual Martial family crackled with tension. Thousands of spectators, from outer disciples to esteemed inner members, filled the grandstand, their gazes fixed on the elevated stone platform. This was the final match of the outer disciple selection, the culmination of days of brutal elimination. On this stage, two figures stood in stark opposition, their auras clashing even before the first blow was struck. On one side stood Hugh Hauk, his expression...