Chapter 2197

A single slash was all it took to reduce Karl's attainment, shatter his soul, cut his lifespan, and wound his physical body. The spectators were all wide-eyed in disbelief as Karl fell to the ground and lapsed into a coma. Any reasonable person could tell that Karl was utterly defeated and helpless. The sudden turn of events stunned the elders in charge of the arena and left them speechless for a moment. Upon regaining their senses, one elder finally declared with a resounding voice, "I hereby announce that Severin is the winner of this tournament!" His powerful proclamation echoed through the unusually quiet venue. Several moments later, the arena erupted in awe and surprise at the outcome. "I'm not seeing things, am I?!" "Karl…lost?" "He's the first-ranked core disciple, a perfect-stage level one paragon, and a prodigy with a divine constitution! How did Severin manage to defeat him so easily?!" "Severin is insanely strong! Even Karl is no match for him!" "Do you think Severin