Upon hearing Qian Renshang announce his intention to compete in the qualifying match,
Yu Tianheng and his two companions displayed a truly remarkable expression, for they knew firsthand just how powerful Qian Renshang had become.
The three of them might not even be a match for him; in the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Tournament, Qian Renshang's strength was absolutely unmatched.
Teams facing him were practically guaranteed to surrender.
"Sigh… I can already feel the despair of the other teams,"
Yu Tianheng murmured, a slight smile playing on his lips.
"Boss, if you go out there, you'll be slapping every kid!"
"Boss, go easy on them, don't beat them senseless."
Ye Lingling and Dugu Yan: "Seconded!"
Qian Renshang's lips twitched, "I'm not here to show off... but the purpose of participating in the All-Continent Advanced Academy Tournament is to increase the popularity of Soul Spirits.
The qualifying rounds are the best competition to showcase Soul Spirits..."
"Not only will I be there... Nana will be there too!"
Gu Yuena frowned slightly,
"Me too?"
"Hmm... but Sister Nana, you'd better hold back, don't kill them outright."
Qian Renshang reminded her, and Gu Yuena nodded.
"Alright!"
She felt like she was just here to bully the weak in this kind of competition, but... it was actually quite interesting.
...
...
Three days later, the qualifying rounds began!
There were more than 100 teams that made it into the qualifying rounds, but only 32 teams could ultimately go to the Spirit Hall for the finals.
Teams that reach the finals will be rewarded by both empires with noble titles, allowing for direct rank advancement.
Therefore, it's safe to predict that the upcoming competition will be extremely brutal!
The Spirit Transmission Academy has been assigned to the same region as before, and their opponent is none other than a familiar face:
Shrek Academy. Yes… they've clashed with Spirit Transmission Academy again.
Besides them, there are two other popular academies: Blazing Fire Academy and Heavenly Water Academy!
The qualifying rounds were a true clash of titans, even more exciting than the preliminary rounds, and the stadium, capable of holding 80,000 people, was packed long ago.
"Ladies and gentlemen, the highly anticipated qualifying rounds have finally begun…
Now we will hold the team draw ceremony. Let's look forward to the exciting matches from all the academies!"
The host announced loudly into the microphone, eliciting a deafening roar from the audience.
Many supporters of strong teams, such as Blazing Fire Academy and Heavenly Water Academy, had also flooded the stands.
"Blizzard Academy will win!!!"
"Heavenly Water Academy will win… Shui Bing'er, I love you!!"
"Go Shrek Academy…"
But the loudest roar came from one voice:
"Spirit Transmission Academy will win!!" "Spirit
Transmission Academy is invincible!!"
"We are the champions!!"
Tens of thousands of voices were shouting at the top of their lungs.
After all, this was the home stadium of the Heaven Dou Empire, and Spirit Transmission Academy had conquered them with time in the past few days.
Perhaps this year, Spirit Transmission Academy could truly break the undefeated myth of the Spirit Hall and become the champions!
"Is the hype for Chuanling Academy really that high?... I've never heard of them before!"
A woman with fiery red hair frowned within the Blazing Fire Academy team.
Blazing Fire Academy had qualified through the preliminaries from another region, so they were unfamiliar with Chuanling Academy.
Within the Heavenly Water Academy team,
Shui Bing'er, dressed in a blue dress, also frowned slightly upon hearing the buzz surrounding Chuanling Academy.
"Chuanling Academy? Are all newcomers dark horses?... Interesting. I hope they won't disappoint me too much!"
Shui Bing'er's lips curled into a slight smile, her stunning beauty captivating everyone around her.
Five minutes later!
The draw for the qualifying rounds officially began.
The match order in the qualifying rounds was crucial, and to avoid being blamed, the team captains usually drew the lots.
Blazing Fire Academy's Huo Wu and Heavenly Water Academy's Shui Bing'er decided to draw their own lots, while Shrek Academy's Tang San was chosen.
Tang San's expression was terrifyingly gloomy. He walked in expressionlessly, giving off an aura of unapproachability!
He didn't want to lose again in the qualifying rounds!
If he were to encounter that Spirit Transmission Academy again, Tang San would risk exposing his dual martial souls to defeat them; he, Tang San, would avenge his previous humiliation.
He wasn't afraid of whoever he drew!
"Where's the Spirit Transmission Academy?... The captain of the Spirit Transmission Academy, hurry up! We can only draw lots when everyone is here."
The person in charge of the draw announced .
"Here he comes!"
A gentle voice quickly rang out, and amidst the expectant gazes of the crowd, Qian Renshang steadily walked onto the drawing platform.
Today, he wore a white robe, its pure white sleeves fluttering in the wind, like ethereal clouds.
His golden hair shone brightly, like brilliant sunlight falling on his shoulders, each strand seemingly radiating golden light, captivating the heart.
His clear, deep emerald eyes were like a pool of emerald lake, exuding mystery and tranquility.
His gaze held both composure and a subtle sharpness.
His figure was tall and slender, his every move radiating an innate elegance, like a banished immortal.
His every step was steady and light, as if the ground beneath his feet had become sacred because of his arrival.
When he stood before the drawing platform, the surrounding noise seemed to fall silent, and everyone's attention was drawn to him.
He tilted his head slightly, a faint smile playing on his lips, a smile full of confidence and composure that captivated everyone.
At this moment, he seemed to become the center of the entire world, radiating brilliance, yet exuding an unapproachable aloofness and nobility.
"So...so handsome!"
Huo Wu's pupils widened, and an unnatural flush appeared on her face.
She had once thought that all men in the world were just so-so, but after seeing Qian Renshang today, she felt a faint impulse within her.
"This man...is interesting."
Shui Bing'er, who was as cold as an iceberg, also showed a strange light in her beautiful eyes.
She could sense that this young man was extraordinary.
"It's...it's him!"
Tang San's expression was so gloomy it seemed like he was about to burst into tears.
He never expected to encounter Qian Renshang here.
He had thought that the main force of the Spirit Transmission Academy was just Yu Tianheng and his two companions!
Damn, this guy is at least a Soul Emperor!
Who could beat him in a one-on-one fight?
Even the arrogant Tang San had to admit that he was no match for Qian Renshang.
"The drawing of lots begins. Captains, please come forward and draw lots.
Those who draw the same number will be your opponents!"
The person in charge announced, and everyone stepped forward.
Everyone reached into the box;
Huo Wu got number 3, Shui Bing'er got number 5, and Tang San got number 1.
He prayed inwardly that Qian Renshang wouldn't be number 1.
But what he feared most came true; Qian Renshang quickly raised his number and calmly said,
"Oh… I think I'm number 1. Who is my opponent?"
Tang San almost stumbled to the ground!
(End of Chapter)
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