"Captain!"
"Qian Renshang..."
"Brother Qian..."
Dugu Yan and the others had already gathered in the rest area of the Spirit Transmission Academy.
Seeing Qian Renshang and Gu Yuena arrive, they instantly breathed a sigh of relief.
"We thought you two wouldn't be able to come for the time being?"
"Then we'd have to face the other strong teams alone... Although we're still very confident, the Spirit Hall's team seems very strong."
"But it's good that you two are back, you're definitely going to win this time!"
Dugu Yan excitedly chattered on and on.
In her eyes, Gu Yuena and Qian Renshang were already a couple, so she had a relaxed mindset these past two days.
Having participated in the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Tournament, she now only wanted to win the championship.
The others had similar thoughts; they also wanted the championship!
"Yes, I'm back!"
Qian Renshang chuckled softly.
"The competition has already started, right?
Can someone tell me the draw order? When does our academy play?"
Now that it's the finals, Qian Renshang needs to be serious.
He hasn't forgotten there's a "surprise" waiting for him!
"We were lucky enough to draw Blazing Fire Academy. Our match is this afternoon.
There are two matches this morning: Shenfeng Academy vs. Tianshui Academy, and... Spirit Hall Academy vs.... Shrek Academy!"
Dugu Yan's expression was noticeably unnatural when she mentioned Spirit Hall Academy.
"Spirit Hall Academy... no wonder they're the number one academy on the continent.
I heard they have some members of the Spirit Hall's Golden Generation, three of them are Soul Kings!"
Yu Tianheng's voice rang out at the right moment.
Soul Kings around 20 years old are truly strong.
Even with Qian Renshang's help, their choice is only a four-ring Soul Master.
Even with the advantage of Soul Spirits, they might not be a match for a Soul King, let alone the Spirit Hall's Golden Generation Soul Kings, who are no ordinary Soul Kings.
"Shrek Academy versus... Spirit Hall Academy?"
Qian Renshang couldn't help but laugh when he heard this voice.
"Shrek Academy is really unlucky, running into Spirit Hall Academy in the very first match."
They faced Shrek Academy twice in the preliminaries and qualifying rounds, practically crushing them. Now they've run into Spirit Hall Academy again.
Tsk tsk!
"They're really unlucky... but Shrek Academy isn't bad either. The preliminaries and qualifying rounds were only for us. E
ven against Spirit Hall Academy, they shouldn't lose so badly!"
Dugu Yan said, while Qian Renshang shook his head.
"No... they'll probably lose badly this time!"
"Ah... why? That Tang San is no ordinary person.
Even three Soul Kings might not be enough."
Qian Renshang remained silent.
As they were discussing, a loud whistle suddenly rang out, signifying the end of the first match.
Qian Renshang glanced at the results; it seemed Tianshui Academy had won, but it was a Pyrrhic victory.
Feng Xiaotian was simply too strong in the Shenfeng Academy tournament.
Even with Shui Bing'er using all her trump cards, they only managed a narrow win.
In this state… it would be difficult for them to sustain themselves in the later rounds, let alone win the championship.
"Now, let's begin the second match, with Shrek Academy and Spirit Hall Academy taking the stage… Let's welcome them!"
The entire arena was packed with people, the atmosphere incredibly enthusiastic.
Both Shrek Academy and Spirit Hall Academy were considered favorites to win the tournament!
Shrek Academy was the first to appear.
The Shrek Seven Devils, having suffered two consecutive defeats, appeared extremely reserved and completely docile.
However, since they hadn't faced Qian Renshang's Chuanling Academy, Tang San and the others regained their confidence, their eyes gleaming with determination and unyielding spirit.
Tang San, Xiao Wu, and the other core members remained calm, closely following Dai Mubai's steps as they walked towards the arena.
As long as it wasn't Chuanling Academy, they weren't afraid of anyone!
The same goes for Spirit Hall Academy… The Shrek Academy team isn't thinking about winning the championship anymore, but they still want to fight for second place.
After Shrek Academy's appearance, Spirit Hall Academy, the last to take the stage, finally made their appearance.
As the host team and the favorite to win this competition, this was their first match, but no one doubted their strength, simply because they came from Spirit Hall!
Among the Spirit Hall Academy's team, the Golden Generation of Spirit Hall made their entrance first, instantly attracting everyone's attention.
Hu Liena, dressed in a fitted outfit that accentuated her graceful figure, had long, fiery red hair that flowed in the wind like burning flames, paired with her alluring and expressive eyes, making it impossible to look away.
Xie Yue, on the other hand, was tall and imposing, his handsome face carrying a hint of coldness.
The moon blade in his hand gleamed with a chilling light, adding to his sharp aura.
His eyes were piercing, as if they could see through everything.
Yan was robust and muscular, like a small mountain, his muscles taut and exuding power.
His features were strong, his short hair standing on end, radiating a wild and untamed temperament.
"Hiss... This must be the legendary Golden Generation of the Spirit Hall! They're all said to be Soul Kings!"
"Five-ring Soul Kings? My god... They're only around 20 years old, and they already have Soul Rings!
The Spirit Hall truly lives up to its reputation as the number one power on the continent."
"It seems these three are the Spirit Hall Academy's true trump card."
In the stands, many spectators pointed and whispered about Hu Liena and her two companions.
Just as everyone was still immersed in the shock brought by the Spirit Hall's Golden Generation, the appearance of a figure once again attracted everyone's attention.
It was a stunningly beautiful figure, breathtakingly beautiful!
She was actually walking at the back of the Spirit Hall Academy's group, and it seemed that everyone was following her lead.
Her steps were light and elegant, each step seemingly carrying a unique rhythm. The sunlight shone on her, as if draping her in a golden veil.
Her face was as exquisite as a meticulously sculpted work of art, her fair skin flawless, her eyes deep and mysterious, captivating all who looked upon them.
Her lips curved slightly upward, a faint smile playing on her lips, yet exuding an air of unparalleled nobility and aloofness.
With blonde hair and blue eyes, even the Spirit Hall Academy uniform couldn't conceal her ethereal beauty!
"So beautiful…like an angel!"
"Who is this girl?"
"I don't know her…but she seems to be the backbone of Spirit Hall Academy.
The Spirit Hall's Golden Generation seems to be led by her."
The crowd gasped in amazement.
The girl, who considered herself Qian Renxue, watched this scene with a satisfied smile.
She loved seeing others stunned by her; she, Qian Renxue, was the true number one genius of the Douluo Continent.
She slightly raised her head, her gaze meeting that of a figure in the distance who bore a resemblance to her.
"My dear brother…you really came!"
She chuckled softly.
(End of Chapter)
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