Luo Chen found it even harder to accept.
Last year, Shi Hao had been his opponent in the finals. Although he had used underhanded tactics to win, he didn't consider Shi Hao stronger than himself, but he had used such means just to ensure victory.
Latterly, he had entered Imperial Capital Academy and had even been taken as a disciple by Martial Venerable. It was now confirmed that he possessed a Spirit Root, which could lead him into a broader world and a brighter future. However, Shi Hao had burst forth, crushing him to dust and dimming his light.
Having a Spirit Root is universally acknowledged as the only means to advance into the Soul Nurturing realm.
So, what does it mean that Shi Hao had become a Martial Venerable?
He too possessed a Spirit Root, and had even achieved Soul Nurturing.
Heavens!
Luo Chen couldn't accept it and felt as if the sky were darkening.