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The entire arena seemed to shake.

Centered around the two people, a violent wave of energy swept out like a tsunami, causing the resilient force field barrier to twist dramatically, emitting an unbearable hum.

Amidst the swirling dust.

The Martial Monk looked like a wooden stake driven into the ground, his legs from the knees down completely buried in the cracked arena floor.

His arms hung weakly, the skin covered with a bronze sheen inch by inch cracked, and blood flowed freely.

On his chest, there was a horrifying sword mark deep enough to see the bone!

He stared fixedly at the figure in the dust ahead, like a Demon God, eyes full of unwillingness and disbelief, then his head tilted, completely knocked unconscious.

"Ring Three, Number 198, ’Rumbling Mountain’ wins! Advancing to the top 32!"

Chu Kuanglan leaned on his Heavy Sword, breathing heavily, sweat streaming like a creek from his forehead, soaking his combat attire.

He won, but this time...

he truly burned out.

Meanwhile, Lu Jiuyuan’s match was equally fierce.

But ultimately, at the cost of some injuries, he prevailed.

"Ring Two, Number 46, ’Abyssal Mirror’ wins! Advancing to the top 32!"

He too fought to his limits.

The last to advance was Lin Yu, who was the second most relaxed among the four.

She toyed with her opponent all along.

Though not as crushing as Wei Banmeng.

The whole process was equally lighthearted.

"Ring Four, Number 103, ’Liu Ying’ wins! Advancing to the top 32!"

...

However, other Tier Two Peak members of Dawn.

regrettably lost in the brutal battle of the top 64.

Their opponents were stronger, or their abilities were countered.

Despite fighting with all their might, and some even sustaining injury, they ultimately couldn’t advance further.

When all the matches had settled.

Fang Qingyu and Jiang Wei met with everyone at the arena exit.

Looking at the burned-out state of Old Chu and others... and the other partners who felt dejected but did their best.

There was not a trace of blame on Fang Qingyu’s face.

Instead, he showed a gentle and approving smile.

He stepped forward, clapping Chu Kuanglan hard on the shoulder: "Well done, Old Chu!"

Then nodded at Lu Jiuyuan: "Good work, Old Lu."

His gaze swept over Lin Yu and the others: "Everyone did their best, very good."

That affirmation.

lifted the spirits of those who were a bit dejected.

A group of people walked toward the hotel along the street where the hustle and bustle gradually dissipated.

Fang Qingyu walked in the center of the group, his gaze sweeping over everyone, his voice clearly reaching everyone’s ears:

"Next, once the tournament ends completely, you’ll immediately return to the Cyan Dragon Gang headquarters in the Gray Rock District."

His gaze fell on Chu Kuanglan and the other core members who advanced to the top 32:

"Start expanding your territory with full force! Speed can be increased!"

He paused, looking at Jiang Wei by his side:

"Jiang Wei will go back with you. If you encounter any tough problems you can’t solve..."

Fang Qingyu’s gaze met Jiang Wei’s clear red eyes:

"Have Jiang Wei deal with it."

Jiang Wei nodded vigorously.

Her fiery red hair seemed to burn like flames in the afterglow of the sunset.

"Understood!" Chu Kuanglan responded loudly first, though exhausted, his eyes rekindled with fighting spirit.

Wei Banmeng, Lu Jiuyuan, and Lin Yu also nodded at the same time.

Wei Banmeng’s cool gaze fell on Fang Qingyu’s face, with a hint of subtle concern, she softly asked:

"What about you?"

Upon hearing this, Fang Qingyu revealed a relaxed smile.

"Me?"

"I will continue to stay here to do the Cleaner mission."

For him, being able to contribute to the expansion of outer gang forces is limited.

After all, there are only so many top-tier Tier Three.

With Jiang Wei there, that’s sufficient.

He might as well stay in the city and continue hunting those new type Life Ghosts.

To earn more Skill Points.

Meanwhile, staying in the city will also make it more convenient to continue probing Celestial Punishment Association.

After finishing, his gaze swept over everyone again:

"Don’t worry about me. You’re all aware of my strength, should anything happen I’ll inform you immediately."

"Your main task is to expand your territory as quickly as possible, recruiting manpower."

"Understood!"

Everyone responded in unison.

Chu Kuanglan grinned broadly, pounding his chest, voice booming:

"Don’t worry Qingzi! Leave it to me! I’ll make sure Lei Meng goes all out like he’s been pumped with adrenaline, howling to seize territory! I’ll guarantee he even dreams of expansion!"

Listening to his unorthodox assurance, Fang Qingyu smiled helplessly, but did not refute.

Eventually, his gaze fell on the four who successfully advanced to the top 32.

His smile faded:

"However, your current main task..."

"is to focus on the present match."

"Since you’ve made it to the top 32..."

Fang Qingyu’s lips curled into a smile, eyes scanning the four:

"The goal... is to aim for first place! Not too much to ask, right?!"