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    The atmosphere in the arena buzzed with anticipation as the announcer''s voice rang out once more,manding the attention of the crowd.


    "Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed participants, brace yourselves for the first round of the tournament!" The announcer''s voice carried a blend of excitement and authority, setting the stage for the battles that were about to unfold.


    A hushed silence fell over the spectators as they leaned forward, eagerly awaiting the announcement of the first match. The tension in the air was almost tangible as the warriors prepared themselves mentally and physically for the challenge thaty ahead.


    "The first round will test the skills and mettle of our contestants against formidable opponents," the announcer dered. "In this round, each participant will face a warrior realm beast!"


    Gasps of surprise rippled through the crowd, apanied by murmurs of concern. The realization sank in that the participants would be pitted against warrior realm beasts, creatures known for their formidable strength and fierce fighting abilities.


    Whispers spread among the spectators, discussing the unexpected twist in the tournament''s format. While warrior-realm beasts were not considered the most powerful adversaries in the realm.


    But the unique challengey in the fact that the participants would have to face them alone. This deviation from the usual practice raised the stakes significantly.


    The participants themselves were young, their youthful faces etched with a mix of determination and apprehension. Many of themcked extensive experience and were still in the early stages of their martial journeys.


    This added an extrayer of difficulty to the already daunting task at hand. Orion knew firsthand the challenges that awaited them.


    It would take more than raw strength and bravado to emerge victorious against warrior realm beasts. Strategy, agility, and adaptability would be paramount.


    His gaze drifted towards Lily, who stood tall and resolute among the contestants. Orion knew that she possessed exceptional potential and unwavering determination. These warrior-realm beasts were easy for Lily.


    As the first match was announced, the spotlight shifted to the participants stepping onto the elevated tform in the center of the arena.


    The vibrant tapestry of colors and styles represented the diverse backgrounds of the contestants, each bringing their unique approach tobat.


    Amidst the nervous anticipation, the announcer''s voice echoed throughout the arena, capturing the attention of the crowd. "Ladies and gentlemen, let''s wee Jason Ignatius from the esteemed zing Sun sect!"


    Jason, a disciple of the zing Sun sect, stepped forward with a mixture of confidence and determination etched on his face. The audience erupted into apuse, acknowledging the reputation and prowess of his sect.


    Orion watched intently as Jason took his ce on the elevated tform, his eyes scanning the arena for his opponent. A murmur of excitement and curiosity swept through the crowd, eager to witness the sh between warrior and warrior realm beast.


    As Jason stood there, ready to face his opponent, Orion''s gaze narrowed slightly. "So he is also from the Ignatius n," he murmured under his breath. Memories of a past encounter with a member of that n resurfaced, stirring a mix of emotions within him.<novelsnext></novelsnext>


    Orion had a certain history, a bad blood, with one particr member from the Ignatius n. Their paths had crossed in a previous exploration, and a rivalry had formed.


    Years had passed since that fateful encounter, yet the memories remained etched in Orion''s mind. The sh between him and the member of the Ignatius n had been a pivotal moment for the member of the Ignatius n but not him.


    Orion didn''t care about the grudges of the members of the Ignatius n. He was now stronger than them, and he thought nothing of them.


    As the crowd''s apuse subsided, the arena fell into a tense silence. The gate on the opposite side of the arena creaked open, and a warrior realm beast emerged, its presence demanding attention.


    The beast that Jason would face in the first round was a magnificent grey wolf. Its fur glistened under the gleaming arena lights, exuding an aura of primal power.


    The crowd gasped in awe at the sight of the formidable creature, realizing the true magnitude of the challenge awaiting Jason.


    The grey wolf prowled with an air of confidence, its keen eyes locked onto Jason. Its muscles rippled beneath its sleek coat, ready to unleash its full might. The atmosphere crackled with a mix of excitement and trepidation as the sh between man and beast loomed closer.


    The referee, a figure of authority in a crisp uniform, stepped forward, holding up a hand tomand attention. Their voice boomed through the arena, announcing the start of the battle and granting permission for Jason and the grey wolf to engage inbat.


    The tension in the air reached its peak as Jason faced his opponent, his eyes locked with the piercing gaze of the wolf. A confident smile yed on his lips as he taunted the creature, his words carrying a touch of bravado.


    "Do you think you can defeat me?" Jason''s voice resonated with unwavering confidence, his toneced with a hint of amusement. He held his stance with a mix of poise and readiness, fully aware of the challenge thaty before him.


    As the anticipation built, an aura of fire enveloped Jason''s fist, flickering and dancing with vibrant intensity. The mes consumed his hand, transforming it into a formidable weapon.


    "Fire Fist!" Jason proimed, his voice ringing out with a touch of defiance. The mes surged, intensifying in both size and ferocity, as he prepared to unleash his fiery strike upon the grey wolf.


    The crowd watched in awe as Jason''s fist became cloaked in the fiery brilliance of the Fire Fist technique. Gasps and whispers filled the air, mingling with the crackling energy that surrounded him.


    Orion, too, was captivated by the disy. He observed Jason''s mastery of the Fire Fist technique with great interest, his gaze fixed on the zing inferno that engulfed his hand.


    The mes danced and flickered with an intensity that showcased Jason''smand over the element of fire.


    "To think that he already possesses such advanced skills," Orion mused quietly to himself, a glimmer of admiration in his eyes. It was clear that Jason had dedicated countless hours honing his abilities, pushing himself to the limits of his potential.