The arena trembled under the weight of anticipation. Thousands of cultivators from distant sects had gathered to witness the final clash of the Grand Sect Tournament. The Azure Sky Sect team — Li Ming, Lan Yue, Wu Jian, Xue Yan, and Bai Guo — stood at the ready, their Qi swirling like storms.
Li Ming's sword pulsed with golden energy, his Core Formation radiating in visible waves around him. He could feel the difference in every strike now; each motion precise, controlled, and deadly.
"Final round," Lan Yue murmured, eyes narrowing. "This will decide everything."
Wu Jian cracked his knuckles, fire flickering along his arms. "I don't care about glory. I just want to crush them first."
Bai Guo flapped his wings, hovering beside Li Ming. "Descendant, stay sharp. Let me handle the showy stuff. You focus on finishing them fast."
Xue Yan spun her spear, grinning. "Finally, a proper fight. No holding back!"
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