"The winner of this match is—Shrek Academy!"
The middle-aged referee's low voice echoed throughout the arena, his tone revealing an unconcealable complexity.
The battle ended with the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy team suffering a complete and utter defeat. They were thoroughly suppressed by the team from Shrek Academy, utterly powerless to retaliate.
The entire audience fell into silence.
Faced with such a result, the teachers and students of Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy looked dejected, their faces grim.
This match was not held in private; it was a proactive invitation from Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy.
Not only did they invite tens of thousands of people to watch live, but they also broadcasted it live across the entire Sun Moon Federation via spirit tool.
"This is bad! We've lost so much face! We really shot ourselves in the foot!" The high-ranking officials of Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy had ashen faces.
They had originally intended to use this opportunity to showcase the academy's strength, but now they had lost so much face in front of the Sun Moon Federation audience.
On the VIP platform, the white-haired elder remained silent, his fingers unconsciously tapping the armrest, his eyes deep.
Fine beads of sweat seeped from the forehead of the middle-aged man beside him, and he dared not even breathe, an oppressive low pressure permeating the air.
Then, from the silent audience, applause suddenly erupted.
The applause grew increasingly fervent, echoing throughout the entire Great Spirit Arena.
Although they disliked Shrek Academy, Fang Yang and the others' strength had earned them respect; this was applause for the strong.
In front of the live broadcast, countless viewers witnessed this unexpected crushing victory.
Within Shrek Academy, the teachers and students who watched the entire match via the live broadcast also applauded.
On Sea God Island, within the Sea God Pavilion of the Golden Ancient Tree.
"Teacher Wu, my brother and the others won," Na'er whispered to Ya Li.
"Mm."
Ya Li nodded gently, her eyes full of relief.
"This kid, he finally didn't disgrace the academy."
Yun Ming stood with his hands behind his back, a subtle smile playing at the corners of his mouth.
Meanwhile, at the Spirit Transfer Pagoda headquarters, on the top floor of the Heavenly Spirit Pagoda.
"Grandpa, I want him dead!"
A sharp voice suddenly rang out, and it was Qian Gu Zhang Ting who spoke.
Ever since he was taken away by Qian Gu Dongfeng and failed to get help from his great-grandfather Qian Gu Dieting, he had not only lost his male symbol, but his family's inherited Indomitable Staff Technique was also completely crippled.
Now, Qian Gu Zhang Ting's voice was half male and half female, and his temperament grew increasingly sinister.
His great-grandfather, Qian Gu Dieting, had given him a peerless divine skill, the Evil Warding Staff Technique!
And so, Qian Gu Zhang Ting Cultivated the Evil Warding Staff Technique.
His strength greatly increased, and his spirit power Cultivation also reached the Spirit Saint level of seventy ranks!
"Zhang Ting, don't worry."
Qian Gu Dongfeng said in a deep voice, "The day your great-grandfather succeeds will be the day our Qian Gu family takes control of the continent."
"By then, what is a mere Fang Yang worth?"
"Fang Yang..."
Qian Gu Zhang Ting clenched his fists tightly, his eyes swirling with almost tangible killing intent.
In the center of the Great Spirit Arena, Fang Yang calmly put away his Spirit, and the black flames swirling around him slowly dissipated.
The other members of the Shrek team exchanged smiles, then tacitly stepped forward, lining up neatly behind him.
Lin Chenyu struggled to his feet, wiping the blood from the corner of his mouth, his gaze at Fang Yang filled with unwillingness, yet also a hint of imperceptible admiration.
His teammates behind him helped each other up, all looking dejected.
The protective shield slowly lowered, and the sounds from outside re-entered the arena.
In that instant, the silence was broken, and various complex gazes were cast upon the two teams on the stage.
There was admiration, regret, and also unwillingness.
Wu Changkong stood in the waiting area, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his ice-ink green eyes.
He looked at the students on the stage, secretly pleased, "These children truly did not disappoint me."
Shen Yi let out a soft breath, a smile appearing on her face.
She knew that this victory was of great significance to Shrek Academy; it not only proved the strength of the academy's team but also earned honor for the academy.
"Is this the strength of Shrek Academy...?"
Someone in the audience murmured.
"I never thought our Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy would lose so badly..."
"What kind of Spirit is that flame? I've never seen anything like it..."
Just then, on the VIP platform, the white-haired elder slowly stood up.
"Fang Yang, after you graduate from Shrek Academy, would you be willing to join our Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy?"
As these words were spoken, the entire arena was stunned!
No one had expected that Kong De Yue, the dean of Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, would openly invite a student from Shrek Academy in front of everyone.
"Dean, this..."
One of the academy's high-ranking officials hastily tried to dissuade him.
"Shut up."
Kong De Yue said indifferently, but his gaze remained fixed on Fang Yang, as if waiting for his answer.
Upon hearing this, Fang Yang bowed slightly, "Thank you for your kindness, Dean. May I ask why you extended such an invitation?"
"I've investigated you."
Dean Kong De Yue said calmly, "I know that for certain reasons, you won't be able to enter Shrek Academy's Inner Court."
He paused, then continued, "After you graduate from the Outer Court, would you be willing to join our Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy? Here, you will receive the best resources and Cultivation."
Faced with the sudden invitation from Dean Kong De Yue of Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy.
All eyes in the arena focused on Fang Yang. Everyone was curious about what choice he would make.
"I'm very sorry, Dean."
Fang Yang said respectfully, "I don't have that intention for now."
A hint of disappointment flashed in Kong Deming's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.
He smiled and said, "Alright, I'll wait for you to change your mind. I believe that one day you will see the advantages and potential of our Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy."
Then, three exquisite spirit tool necklaces appeared out of thin air in his hand, emitting a faint glow.
It was clear at a glance that these three spirit tool necklaces were not ordinary items; they were inlaid with spirit tool Formations, emitting a faint glow.
"These three small gifts are a token of our first meeting," Kong De Yue said, his tone carrying a hint of sincerity.
"Thank you, Dean."
Fang Yang said, and with a movement of his mental force, the three spirit tool necklaces were stored in his storage spirit tool.
"Fang Yang, we should go."
Just then, Wu Changkong walked over.
If he didn't come out now, his students would be abducted.
"Alright, Teacher Wu."
Fang Yang said, then turned to signal his teammates, "Let's go."
Then, under the complex gazes of the teachers and students of Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, Fang Yang and the others departed.
After the people from Shrek Academy left.
One of the academy's high-ranking officials couldn't help but speak again, "Dean, what is the meaning of this? Why invite a Shrek student and even give such valuable gifts?"
His tone carried a hint of dissatisfaction and confusion, feeling that the Dean's actions were a bit too generous.
Kong De Yue looked deeply in the direction Fang Yang had left, "This child is extraordinary. Although we lost the match today, if we can recruit such a talent, in the long run, we will have won instead."
He turned to look at the questioning elder, his tone solemn, "Some talents are worth setting aside one's dignity to win over. Today's defeat precisely allowed us to see the gap between ourselves and Shrek, and also showed us the possibilities for the future."
Upon hearing this, everyone fell into contemplation.
Although there was still reluctance in their hearts, they had to admit that the Dean's words made sense.
This defeat might truly become an opportunity for Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy to re-examine itself and seek a Breakthrough.
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