Bab 169: BOTH A HUMAN AND A SHADOW

As the dust settled from Sofia's incredible victory, General Cao couldn't help but sigh with an appraising look, his eyes narrowed as if measuring the power displayed on the platform. He folded his arms, nodding thoughtfully.

"The potential of this generation is unlike any we've seen," General Cao murmured. "They're pushing boundaries we thought were reserved for elite practitioners."

Vice Chancellor Reeves nodded in agreement, his gaze fixed on Sofia, who was walking towards the position that was reserved for the Ice Jade Princess with a look of quiet confidence. "They're surpassing the standards set by even the academy's most promising alumni," he said. "Each duel showcases a blend of innovation and raw talent that I thought only a handful of students would possess."