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Dai Weisi expressed his thoughts — his goal was to preserve his strength as much as possible. After all, they still had to face the Spirit Hall team in the upcoming match.
Moreover, even after defeating the Spirit Hall team, who knew what might happen next? Naturally, he needed to make thorough preparations and save as much strength as possible for himself and his teammates.
"So, what do you two lovebirds think?" Dai Weisi teased with a smirk. "Will it be the two of you against me, or the entire New Divine Wind Academy against the full Star Luo Royal Academy lineup?"
"This…"
Feng Xiaotian and Huo Wu exchanged glances, utterly surprised by Dai Weisi's proposal. After a brief discussion, Feng Xiaotian nodded in agreement.
In their view, facing Dai Weisi alone was far better than facing the entire Star Luo Royal Academy team.
If they went against the full team, they would be up against five Soul Ancestors and two Soul Emperors — and those two Soul Emperors could even use a Martial Soul Fusion Skill. In such a scenario, they were certain to lose.
Facing only Dai Weisi, however, still left them with a sliver of hope for victory.
"Since His Highness the Crown Prince is in such high spirits, the two of us will agree. But…"
After pausing for a moment, Feng Xiaotian probed, "Your Highness, are you sure about this? It's hardly fair to you!"
"Heh, not necessarily. Don't underestimate my strength," Dai Weisi replied with a faint smile, his expression radiating deep confidence. "Even with your excellent teamwork, you might not be my match. Feng Xiaotian, you should know that well."
"…"
Feng Xiaotian was momentarily speechless. A year ago, he had fought Dai Weisi, and even without Dai Weisi using any soul skills, he had been utterly crushed.
Now, a year later, both he and Huo Wu had grown stronger — but Dai Weisi certainly hadn't stood still either.
"In that case, Your Highness, we'll show you the Martial Soul Fusion Skill between Huo Wu and me!"
"I'm looking forward to it," Dai Weisi said. "Let's see what tricks you two lovebirds can pull off."
Being called "lovebirds" repeatedly, as if they were already married, left Huo Wu embarrassed and blushing. She lowered her head without saying a word.
Feng Xiaotian then took her hand and led her back to the New Divine Wind Academy's camp to prepare for their match against Dai Weisi.
Half an hour quickly passed. Dai Weisi, Feng Xiaotian, and Huo Wu walked onto the stage, puzzling everyone present. The audience looked at one another in confusion.
Bibi Dong asked with surprise, "Dai Weisi, Feng Xiaotian, what is the meaning of this?"
"Reporting to the Supreme Pontiff," Dai Weisi explained, "All of Star Luo Royal Academy's participants are Soul Ancestors or higher. Competing against New Divine Wind Academy as a full team would be bullying, so I decided to give them a fair chance."
Pausing, Dai Weisi pointed to Feng Xiaotian and Huo Wu. "I alone will challenge them… cough, cough, I mean, I will challenge them by myself. If I lose, Star Luo Royal Academy will concede. If I win, New Divine Wind Academy will concede. I hope Your Holiness will approve!"
To challenge the captain and vice-captain of New Divine Wind Academy alone — what audacity!
Arrogant to the extreme! This was the only thought in everyone's minds after hearing Dai Weisi's words. Still, they all felt that Dai Weisi had the right to be arrogant — after all, he was the captain of Star Luo Royal Academy.
"…"
Bibi Dong pondered for a moment, thinking to herself: Dai Weisi wants to take on two opponents at once. This is the perfect opportunity to see if he is as strong as Xiao Gang claims. If Dai Weisi loses, New Divine Wind Academy is no match for Nana's team, and the three soul bones can go to Nana. If he wins, we can still use Feng Xiaotian and Huo Wu to weaken him as much as possible…
Having made up her mind, Bibi Dong nodded abruptly. "Since you have all decided, I will say no more."
"Hmph, they say you're the number one genius of the Star Luo Empire. Let me see for myself who is truly superior—you or my students."
"Yes, I will not disappoint Your Holiness," Dai Weisi replied, a slight smirk at the corner of his lips as he turned his gaze toward Feng Xiaotian.
"The match begins! You have one minute to release your Martial Souls!"
"Swift Wind Possession!"
"Flame Shadow Possession!"
With the sound of a wolf's howl and roaring flames, a cyan two-headed wolf appeared behind Feng Xiaotian, while a blazing flame shadow formed behind Huo Wu. Both spirits then merged with their respective masters.
"Feng Xiaotian, Level 48 Agility-type Battle Soul Ancestor!"
"Huo Wu, Level 44 Control-type Battle Soul Ancestor!"
"Please give us your guidance!"
"ROAR!"
In an instant, a tiger's roar shook the heavens. A golden phantom of the Sacred White Tiger fused with Dai Weisi. Veins bulged on his forehead, his muscles swelled, and six soul rings—one yellow, two purple, and three black—rose up before settling around his feet.
"Dai Weisi, Level 68 Power Attack-type Soul Emperor! Please give me your guidance!"
Swish—
The moment his soul ring configuration was revealed, everyone present was stunned. Even Bibi Dong shot up from her throne, staring wide-eyed at Dai Weisi's feet.
"Xiao Gang was right—a thousand-year second ring and a ten-thousand-year fourth ring!" A murderous glint flashed in Bibi Dong's eyes as she unconsciously tightened her grip on her scepter.
"Could it be… that Dai Weisi has truly undertaken a God's Trial?"
At this thought, killing intent radiated from her uncontrollably. The Star Luo Empire was already growing stronger with three Titled Douluo; they could absolutely not be allowed to produce a god!
"How is that possible? A thousand-year second ring and a ten-thousand-year fourth ring? Are you kidding me?!"
"Level 68? At such a young age—his talent is monstrous!"
"A Soul Emperor… doesn't that make him even more gifted than our Golden Generation?"
Hearing this, Hu Liena clenched her fists, a wave of frustration rising within her. Staring at Dai Weisi, she swore silently: I will surpass you! I swear I will surpass you! Just you wait!
"Brother Dai Weisi, we're starting! Be careful!" Huo Wu had seen Dai Weisi's soul ring configuration before, so she wasn't as shocked. She discreetly gathered her soul power as her four soul rings emerged, already showing signs of merging.
"Using a ring fusion right from the start?" Dai Weisi was surprised for a moment before he understood her intent. "Their Martial Soul Fusion Skill must grow stronger with more soul power, so they're planning to use their ultimate move right away and settle this in one strike!"
Realizing their plan, Dai Weisi quickly gathered his own soul power and activated his second soul skill as his second soul ring lit up.
"But I won't give you the chance to unleash it. Second Soul Skill: White Tiger Fierce Light Wave!"
Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!
In an instant, several golden beams shot toward Huo Wu's feet. The beams weren't powerful—at most, they would knock her off the fighting stage, not injure her.
"What?!"
Three beams appeared right before her. Shocked, Huo Wu had no choice but to abandon the fusion. She leaped into the air, executing a backflip to barely evade Dai Weisi's attack.
(End of Chapter)