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Regarding true combat effectiveness, there was definitely not such a huge gap between them. However, the strategy and tactics of the Demon Scorpion far outclassed those of the Bloodthirsty Battle Bear. In the end, the bear found itself defeated without even fully manifesting its combat power.

The tail of the Demon Scorpion kept lashing, and soon, a brand-new scorpion sting slowly grew out. But it was evident that the Monster's aura had significantly diminished.

The trembling Bloodthirsty Battle Bear gradually collapsed on the ground, its life slowly ebbing away amidst convulsions. The bloodthirsty state accelerated the spread of the deadly poison within its body, leading to an even quicker death.

At this moment, the stands erupted with fervent cheers. From the initial dominance of the Bloodthirsty Battle Bear to the sudden turnaround and killing blow by the Demon Scorpion, though the process was brief, the warlike Monster Clan could clearly discern what had transpired, so how could they not cheer for such a spectacle?

A massive figure stepped into the arena once again.

Xu Xi approached the center, as the Demon Scorpion swiftly moved aside, hissing at it with a "hissing" sound.

With a single gesture, Xu Xi grabbed the carcass of the Bloodthirsty Battle Bear and disdainfully said, "Trash." With just a flex of his arms, he flung the bear's colossal body over a hundred meters away, right to the edge of the arena.

"Next, the second match will be a vassal conflict. It will feature two Human vassals competing against each other. They bear the sin of betraying their masters and have been sentenced to Beast Fight at the Grand Animal Fighting Arena. It is their first battle."

As he spoke, Xu Xi gestured towards the Demon Scorpion, which immediately understood and sprinted towards the now open gate at the side of the arena, quickly disappearing into the passageway.

Two figures, noticeably thinner than the previous Demon Beasts, emerged from the passage, and they were unmistakably Human.

Both were about thirty years old Human males. One was muscular with a bare upper body, while the other was shorter and more slender.

"Kill, kill, kill, kill, kill, kill, kill!" As soon as they appeared, a chorus of killing shouts rose from the stands.

Both Tang San and Zhang Haoxuan frowned almost simultaneously at the sight of the two Human vassals entering the arena for the Beast Fight.

Undoubtedly, in the eyes of the Monster Clan, Human vassals were no different from Demon Beasts.

With a ferocious look in his one eye, Xu Xi let out a strange laugh, "Kill. Kill your opponent and you can continue to live. Today's match is a single fight, and it can count towards a streak of victories. This is a special privilege."

The two Human vassals showed no reaction to his words, merely staring at him in silence.

Suddenly, they both moved, not towards each other, but simultaneously charging at Xu Xi.

The muscular man's body shimmered with light as his muscles bulged, and he abruptly grew to four meters tall, his palms expanding considerably. His sharp claws sprung out, and he leaped forward while sprinting, lunging at Xu Xi's head.

On the other side, the slender man sped up as well, his speed surpassing that of the muscular man. Wings sprouted from his back mid-sprint, and the sudden burst of velocity rendered his form nearly ethereal. Swiftly reaching Xu Xi from behind, his grayish-brown claws aimed straight for Xu Xi's neck.

Zhang Haoxuan beside Tang San had already painfully closed his eyes.

Tang San could tell that both Human vassals possessed a Cultivation base around the Sixth Stage, yes, the Sixth Stage. This was exceedingly rare among Human vassals.

But their opponent was... the Ninth Stage. The Ninth Stage Blood Butcher, Xu Xi.

"Puff" Before anyone could even see how the Blood Butcher did it, two of his four arms, with their phantom-like afterimages, had already grabbed the two figures lunging at him.

The attacks of the two Human vassals clearly landed on his body, but they only managed to leave a few white marks on his skin.

And now, their bodies were trapped in the colossal grasp of the Blood Butcher.

"I was willing to let one of you live a few more days, but if you insist on seeking death, then so be it." Xu Xi exerted force in his hands, and amid the agonizing screams, the bodies of the two Human vassals twisted and compressed within his palms.

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The muscular man was directly crushed to death, his skull bursting open, while the slight man was completely pulverized.

Tang San's eyes instantly became fixed, and he didn't close them. Having been human for three lifetimes, he had witnessed many life and death situations. Such a scene couldn't make him panic.

Cheers filled the air, emanating from the Monsters. But Tang San's heart turned colder than ever before.

It was clear that both human vassals knew they had no chance of surviving through ten battles in the Grand Animal Fighting Arena—their fate was sealed. Even if they could make it to the last fight, their opponent would be Xu Xi. Besides, how could they, being only at the Sixth Stage, endure until the last battle? They were simply seeking death. In their numb eyes, there was no longer any desire to live.

Xu Xi killed two men in succession, emitting a "gaga" strange laugh, casually throwing the two corpses to the side, allowing their blood to flow freely.

"Let's end the second battle here. Next, we will move on to the last Beast Fight before today's auction begins. It will also be the most interesting one. Demon Scorpion of the Giant Turtle, return!"

The gates reopened, and the previously departed Demon Scorpion of the Giant Turtle returned, seemingly having regained its spirits—perhaps due to some drug. Its dark purple hue had intensified, and it waved its massive pincers with a ferocious aura.

There was a fierce gleam in Xu Xi's eyes as he announced, "The next, third Beast Fight, will also be today's main event. One party will be the Demon Scorpion of the Giant Turtle. The other will emerge from among you."

As soon as those words were said, the cheering Monsters from a moment before quieted down considerably. What did Xu Xi mean?

"Indeed, one of you will be chosen at random to participate in the last Beast Fight. Your opponent will be the Demon Scorpion of the Giant Turtle. If you win, not only will the Demon Scorpion be yours as a prize. You will also get the chance to purchase any auction item at half the final bid price during the subsequent auction. Isn't that exciting? Hahaha, hahahaha!"

To choose one from among the bidders to participate in the upcoming Beast Fight?

For all the bidders, this was certainly unexpected. After quickly quieting down, the next moment, cheers and excited shouts began from the stands. Then, the atmosphere became fervent once again.

The Monsters revered battle, power, and thrived on thrills. After a brief shock, they soon accepted such an exciting proposition.

With tens of thousands of Monsters in the stands, the chance of being chosen was extremely slim. The powerful ones naturally didn't care, and those who were weaker didn't believe they would definitely be selected.

"Those selected may decline, but in doing so, they will be branded cowards and must leave. Moreover, they will forfeit their right to bid. We will continue to select randomly until we find a brave warrior willing to fight," Xu Xi's words provided all Monsters with assurance. Even if selected, one could choose not to fight and simply not participate in this auction.

"So, let's begin!" Numerous beams of light suddenly shone from all directions, sweeping across the stands. However, these beams did not fall upon the private boxes; those were evidently not included in the selection.

Suddenly, the beams halted, with the vast majority vanishing, leaving only a single beam spotlighting someone in the stands.

The Monster caught in the beam looked somewhat bewildered. It was a Leopard demon that, just a moment before, had been shouting frantically, but now its body stiffened upon being chosen.

Then it began to wave its hands frantically, "No, I can't do it, I can't. I can't defeat it."

Instantly, a chorus of boos erupted, and without needing to say anything, the Leopard demon, covering its face, fled in disgrace. Such cowardice was greatly looked down upon by the Clansmen, but being a coward was better than dying. It was only at the Sixth Stage, and facing the Eighth Stage Demon Scorpion of the Giant Turtle was no different from suicide.

"I didn't expect the first one selected would be a coward. Well then, let's continue. Until a true warrior is chosen." The beams started scanning again.

Soon, all the beams narrowed down to a single one, shining on a corner of the stands.

It was an Ape Clan Monster, seemingly less sturdy than the previous Leopard demon. A wave of boos resounded once again.

Slowly, the Ape demon stood up and faced the chorus of jeers around it. Tugged at by companions, it coldly declared, "I, will, fight!"

"Are you insane?" As the words "I will fight" left his lips, his companion couldn't help but roar softly.

The one chosen by the beam was none other than Tang San!