The next morning, the first rays of sunlight pierced through Star Luo City. The capital of the Star Luo Empire exuded a sense of sacred solemnity, signaling the imminent opening of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Combat Tournament.
Early in the morning, all the streets around Star Luo Plaza were blocked by soldiers in gleaming armor. Especially near the Star Emperor Hotel, thousands of elite soldiers were stationed. The street leading from the hotel to Star Luo Plaza was completely sealed off, only allowing passage to the participating teams from various academies.
The competition stage for this year's Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Combat Tournament was built in front of the main gate of Star Luo Imperial City. The Star Luo Emperor, along with his officials and the strong individuals from the major advanced soul master academies, could directly watch the matches from the top of the Imperial City walls. Not only was the view optimal, but they were also perfectly safe.
The entire competition stage was over a hundred meters in both length and width, and five meters high. Around it were a hundred and eight metal pillars. These weren't mere decorations; they were genuine defensive soul tools. Once the matches began, a hundred and eight powerful soul masters would control these pillars, forming a protective barrier that would contain all soul skills from spilling out and also block external soul force interference. This was done to prevent damage to the Imperial City, avoid harming the innocent, and prevent outside influences from affecting the contestants' performance.
As the Star Luo horn blared, a magnificent and grand horn sound shattered the morning tranquility of Star Luo City. Tens of thousands of people were already waiting outside the restricted area, anticipating the official start of the tournament.
With a wave of the Star Luo Emperor's hand from the highest point of the Star Luo Imperial City gate, the tens of thousands of elite soldiers shifted their formations, revealing eight areas on each side for standing spectators. Except for the top-tier experts of the continent, the royal families and high-ranking officials of the four great empires, everyone else was required to watch from these designated areas.
Hundreds of thousands of people surged in with great enthusiasm. Under the strict orders of the Star Luo Emperor, the leaders of each designated area were carefully controlling the flow of people, ensuring everything proceeded in an orderly manner.
At Yan Shaozhe's reminder, the Star Luo Emperor had already issued strict orders to the tournament's various leaders, stating that any disturbances or problems in their respective areas would result in demotion and fines, or even decapitation and the removal of their entire families. No official dared to challenge the Star Luo Emperor's authority at this time.
Soon, the participating teams from the academies of the four great empires began to appear, moving from the Star Luo Hotel towards the waiting area, eliciting cheers from some of the audience.
However, there were only two teams that everyone truly anticipated: Shrek Academy and Sun Moon Royal Academy. The other teams were also hoping in their hearts that they wouldn't have to face Shrek or Sun Moon Royal Academy in the first round. Otherwise, it would mean they would be eliminated right at the start, which would be too miserable.
A hundred years ago, Sun Moon Royal Academy had the misfortune of meeting Shrek Academy in the first two matches, and the outcome was quite tragic. They were directly eliminated. Forget about competing for first place; they couldn't even secure second place. It became a matter of shame for Sun Moon Royal Academy at the time.
Watching team after team enter the waiting area, the people from Sun Moon Royal Academy couldn't help but feel restless.
Xiao Hongchen, looking thoughtful, said from above, "In previous years, the Shrek Seven Devils always appeared first. This is their confidence, and it also corresponds to their status as champions in previous tournaments."
"Hmph, they must have used a few new recruits, so they feel they don't have a chance of winning. They're afraid of losing to Big Brother Ma, so they're keeping their tails between their legs to avoid looking bad after losing!"
Meng Hongchen was right beside Xiao Hongchen, her white hair, faintly shimmering with stardust, was being gently blown by the breeze. The two siblings formed a beautiful sight.
"I want to see if that masked guy will appear. Is he really the core of Shrek Academy as you said, Brother? Don't disappoint me. Don't let him look presentable but actually be a monster. Ugh~"
Meng Hongchen jested.
Xiao Hongchen wore a helpless expression; he couldn't do anything about his younger sister.
Over here, a beautiful woman in ornate palace attire was respectfully and gently accompanying the emperor, softly saying, "Your Majesty, the Shrek Seven Devils haven't appeared yet; it's truly something to look forward to."
Star Luo Emperor sighed, and said, "Empress, let's wait and see. Shrek isn't playing by the rules this time; they probably want to make a grand entrance, to steal the show. I heard there's an incredible youth among the Shrek Academy's participants this time. If there isn't, then Headmaster Yan is deceiving me."
"But, my dear Majesty, Shrek Academy holds a high position. Even if Headmaster Yan misspoke, I'm afraid it wouldn't be easy for Your Majesty to punish him, for the sake of the empire's peace."
The gentle voice spoke, leaving Star Luo Emperor somewhat helpless: "Sigh, you're right. Who made Shrek Academy the foundation of the Douluo Continent's stability? But I can have the historians mock them in the pages of history."
"The last team, the Shrek Academy team? Why haven't the people from the Shrek Academy team appeared yet? Oh, I see the Shrek Academy uniforms. Still the same green as always. This is the traditional color of Shrek Academy. Shrek has been using this color for a long time. Some people interpret this color as a love for peace, the meaning of life's verdant green."
Finally, under the leadership of Yan Shaozhe, the seven-person team from Shrek Academy taking the stage this time appeared in everyone's sight.
These seven people left everyone feeling puzzled; they were all unfamiliar faces.
Even Old Man Ma from Sun Moon Royal Academy was furious:
"Good heavens, this Shrek Academy is too arrogant! They clearly brought the champion team from the previous session, but they aren't using a single one of them, instead using all unknown newcomers. This is absolute disdain, disdain for us at Sun Moon Royal Academy, disdain for all other Soul Masters, disdain for all academies! Ma Rulong, if you lose to this kind of team from Shrek in the future, I'll kill you!"
Old Man Ma was truly enraged!
Ma Rulong, who was already in the waiting area, suddenly felt a chill down his back, as if he had heard Old Man Ma's voice, but in reality, there was a protective barrier, so ordinary sounds couldn't penetrate it.
"That guy wearing a mask is actually going on stage. He's still wearing a mask at this point. Such a show. The tournament requires you to show your face. If you want to compete, you have to take off the mask. I'd like to see what kind of monster you are, heh heh."
Meng Hongchen muttered from a good viewing spot, arms crossed, currently having no good feelings towards people who wear masks and try to act cool.
Although the Shrek Academy team appeared last, all the teams from the Soul Master academies had consciously lined up behind them, leaving a path leading to the front-most first zone.
The seven people led by Su Qingfeng, under the gaze of everyone, marched like a rainbow, reaching the very front of all the teams.
The Sun Moon Royal Academy team, which was lined up behind the Shrek team, ground their teeth in anger. Showing off, such showoffs! They were the last to appear, but no team dared to claim the front position. Wasn't this also a form of authority?
"Just you wait, Shrek. You dare to use new members in the competition? I'll make you regret it! Especially that masked kid!"
Ma Rulong said viciously, his voice not soft, and some of the Shrek team members in front could hear it.
Tang Wutong wouldn't let him get away with it. She seemed unconcerned, but her voice was not small: "It's true that any animal can participate in the current Soul Master Tournament. Even a turtle's second son can shout. What times! Qingfeng-gege could pin down the turtle with just one finger and not let it move."
"You..." Ma Rulong was immediately annoyed when he heard this.
"Forget it, Captain. We'll see the real results on the field later. We don't need to be angry for a while," one of the Sun Moon Royal Academy members advised.
Next, it was time to draw lots for the elimination rounds. Soon, the results of the draw were announced.
The crowd was constantly cheering, all calling out Shrek's name.
The first match had to be started by the Shrek team!
Xiao Hongchen and Meng Hongchen, the two siblings, were both watching the start of the competition.
The draw results were, first match: Shrek Academy versus the Dark Advanced Academy of the Sun Moon Empire!
The Dark Advanced Soul Master Academy was a school in the Sun Moon Empire that mainly studied dark attribute soul tools. However, their overall strength was not as good as the Royal Academy. Still, they were considered a first-rate academy within the Sun Moon Empire, with the ability to compete for a top ten ranking.
In a way, this team was even more troublesome than the Tianling Advanced Soul Master Academy!
The referee sent by the Star Luo Empire was already in place, making a gesture for both sides to come forward.
All seven members of the Dark Advanced Soul Master Academy walked onto the field. Although they looked a little nervous, seeing that the Shrek team were all newcomers, they also ignited some fighting spirit in their hearts, dispelling some fear.
The Shrek Seven Devils' team members also took to the stage one after another. The referee looked at Su Qingfeng and said, "Both sides must announce their names and participate with their faces visible. Otherwise, it will be considered a violation, and you will be expelled from the field or replaced with another student."
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