Krisha and Edward’s duel lasted longer than Felix and Isaac’s duel. It also showed Krisha’s current overall strength, still far from Felix.

She was still at the Commander Rank 1, while PengPeng was still at 5th Tier.

Felix thought. At this pace, Krisha might not be able to catch up on to me.

Nevertheless, Felix was looking forward to their battle once Krisha maximized the level of her sword techniques.

After all, he realized that Krisha’s sword art rivaled his. If only Krisha reached his level and her beast pet was properly raised like Moon, the victory of their duel might be uncertain.

Hence, Felix was looking forward to Krisha’s growth.

As he was lost in thought, Krisha finally landed her Glacial Pierce at the chest of Edward, who immediately needed medical attention.

Instructor Frank hastily summoned his beast pet, got rid of the lingering ice energy from Krisha’s attack, and healed his broken ribs.

Krisha merely glanced at him, her eyes were cold, before turning around as Instructor Frank deemed her as the winner.

The outer disciples cheered for Krisha, while they silently, like the inner inner disciples, trembled from fear.

They didn’t expect Krisha’s attack to be ferocious. Their hair stood on ends whenever they imagined themselves in Edward’s shoes.

At the same time, the inner disciples, who were above Top 10 heaved a sigh of relief.

Since Krisha was now at Top 8 while Felix was at Top 5, even though they current held the privilege of a Top 6 and 7 inner disciples respectively, they were certain they wouldn’t be challenged now.

And there was no way they would challenge the two monsters.

After Krisha’s duel, no inner disciple dared to step up and challenged her and Felix.

After losing interest in the further duel since it was now inner disciples sparing among themselves, Felix and Krisha finally took the chance to leave.

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While Felix and Krisha was leaving, they were accompanied by Ben, who finally had the chance to inquire his future duel for the rest of the week.

Felix replied, "If the Top 4 will accept my challenge, then I might fight again this week."

Ben hastily nodded, his eyes sparkled in excitement as he took note of Felix’s plan.

As they sauntered towards the Residential Wing, coincidentally, the familiar inner disciple with a sharp eyebrows noticed Felix and began walking towards him.

Ben was familiar with him, he was the Top 1, who currently held the position for half a year already.

He was also the humblest and compassionate inner disciple that the outer disciples admired.

Seeing him walking towards Felix, his heart skipped a beat, before excitements drowned him. He already had an idea why the Top 1 appeared to be searching for Felix.

Felix and Krisha also stopped. The latter was a bit worried, from the aura that the Top 1 exuded, he was clearly at Commander Rank 6.

He was four minor rank higher than Felix. Furthermore, at that rank, there was a high possibility that he already had four beast pets.

As she wondered, the Top 1 stopped in front of Felix—he was a bit taller, so he had to lower his head.

Felix tilted his head upward and met his gaze—both didn’t back away.

Top 1, Jayden, said, "I didn’t expect for you to be idolized by the outer disciples. I won’t hate you for that. Still, I already promised to give you what you want.

But, you’re only at Commander Rank 2. Even if your sword techniques, as Master Shen revealed, are superior to ours, the beast sync arena is not about sword techniques anymore.

How much time do you need? Set the date and we’ll fight. No need to humiliate the other inner disciples anymore."

Despite having a sharp eyebrows, solemn tone, and heavy aura, his words were actually considerate.

Felix’s impression of him improved.

Felix ruminated, calculating the amount of preparation he needed after considering the time he had left.

After the tense silence, he finally responded, "How about the third day of the third week?"

Jayden nodded without hesitation.

"It’s settled, then."

He turned around and left, seemingly going to the direction where Master Shen resided.

Felix watched his back with complicated expression. Beside him, Ben, was trembling in excitement.

Krisha glanced at Ben and swept her gaze to Felix—worries were dwelling within her pupils.

She said, "Are you sure about it? At most, you’ll reach Commander Rank 3. How about Moon? I hope she’ll reach Tier 2, at least."

Felix was silent for a while and finally replied, "It’s fine. Like he said, my sword techniques are superior. Even if I get defeated, it’ll be worth it."

He beamed a smile, and his body trembled.

"I feel like our battle will be legendary."

Ben stared at Felix in a daze. His words kept echoing in his mind.

"Our battle will be legendary." This will be a huge headline!

At this point, Ben slowly realized that Felix might not have duel anymore until next next week. Hence, without hesitation, he asked if it would be possible to interview him this time. 𝑓𝓇𝘦ℯ𝘸𝘦𝑏𝓃𝑜𝘷ℯ𝑙.𝑐𝑜𝓂

Of course, he included Krisha. After Krisha declared she would also contend for Top 1 and considering the date that Felix set to fight Jayden, it was already obvious that the last day would be the duel between her and Felix.

He would ask her about her preparation, as well.

Felix and Krisha didn’t reject, and they patiently answered his questions in their individual interview.

Ben was also an easy-going individual, humble, and consideration in his questions. They didn’t make it difficult for him after Ben promised he wouldn’t disturb them until Felix’s fated duel against Jayden.

Once it was completed, Ben excitedly returned to the Residential Wing, where the multi-media team’s room was located.

Felix and Krisha, at the same time, chatted with each other briefly.

Felix said, "I might enter seclusion to prepare for our battle. I won’t be present in the beast sync arena anymore. I assume you’ll continue fighting against inner disciples, right?"

Krisha nodded. "Yeah, I will. See you next next week, then. Good luck on your preparations."

Felix beamed a smile. "Thank you. Good luck to you, too. I’ve also set the date of our duel before leaving the dojo."

Krisha giggled.

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