Douluo: One man returns, Fan Tianyin smashes Tang San to death

Ning Rongrong nodded, then frowned and said, "The Blood Fiend Team has a good reputation in the Soto City Arena. They are ruthless, so we have to be careful."

Lu Yu gazed intently in the direction the Blood Fiend Team had departed, and said calmly, "It's alright."

Since you're already in the Soul Arena, don't be afraid of trouble.

"Our Thanos team isn't to be trifled with either."

The spacious lounge was filled with a tense yet uplifting atmosphere.

The members of Thanos's team sat around a long table, their gazes sometimes falling on each other, sometimes sweeping towards the noisy audience outside the lounge.

The Blood Fiend Team's provocative words still seemed to echo in their ears. The team members' faces showed some resentment, but even more so, a fighting spirit that was ready to be unleashed.

Lu Yu stood in the center of the crowd, his posture upright, a calm smile on his face, as if he had everything under control.

His gaze slowly swept over each team member, his voice clear and firm: "The Blood Fiend Team is indeed strong, but we are by no means weak either."

Their advantage is simply that they have trained for a few more years and are only a few years older.

Given time, we will surely surpass them, and even leave them far behind!

His words were like a gentle breeze, dispelling the gloom in the team members' hearts and igniting their fighting spirit.

Wang Sheng was the first to stand up, his eyes gleaming: "Lu Yu is right! Our Thanos team is second to none!"

Xiao Wu clenched her fists, her pretty face full of eager anticipation: "Yes! Let them see how powerful we are!"

Although Zhu Zhuqing remained silent, a cold glint flashed in her eyes, clearly indicating that Lu Yu's words had also stirred up her fighting spirit.

Oscar and Huang Yuan exchanged a glance and smiled knowingly.

Seeing the high morale of the crowd, Lu Yu nodded in satisfaction, then turned to Wang Sheng: "Wang Sheng, distribute the potions to everyone."

Wang Sheng responded by taking out an exquisite wooden box from his soul tool. Inside, dozens of crystal-clear potions were neatly arranged, reflecting a faint halo under the light.

As he distributed the medicines, he explained in a deep voice, "These medicines come in two types."

The first type enhances strength, temporarily boosting soul power for ten minutes, but the side effect is temporary weakness. The second type accelerates recovery, quickly replenishing depleted physical and soul power, but its effect is gentler and suitable for use after battle.

He paused, then took out ten bottles of potions gleaming with a faint blue light from the bottom of the box and handed them to Lu Yu: "These are specially prepared for you. They are refinable potions with minimal side effects, but the effects vary from person to person."

Lu Yu took the potion, his gaze falling on the bottle. The dark blue liquid rippled slightly inside, as if it contained some kind of mysterious power.

He smiled slightly, a hint of curiosity flashing in his eyes.

He raised his hand, his soul power slowly flowing, attempting to further refine the potion using his fusion skill.

A faint ripple spread through the air as soul power, like threads, coiled around the medicine bottle, attempting to penetrate it.

However, after several attempts, the medicine only trembled slightly, and even the bottle developed tiny cracks, but it still failed to fuse successfully.

Lu Yu frowned and muttered to himself, "It seems that the ingredients of this potion are too complex, and my fusion skills are not proficient enough."

He tried several bottles, and the best result was that it only offset some of the side effects, without significantly improving the efficacy.

In the end, he shook his head helplessly and drank the entire bottle of medicine.

The liquid was slightly cool upon entering his mouth, carrying a faint herbal fragrance. It then transformed into a warm current that flowed into his limbs and bones. His soul power fluctuated slightly, seemingly becoming more solid than before.

Just then, the door to the lounge was pushed open, and a referee walked in, his voice booming: "The next match will begin in a short while! Team Thanos versus Team Wind Mountain, get ready to enter the arena!"

Upon hearing this, the team members immediately stood up, their eyes blazing with fighting spirit.

Lu Yu stood at the front of the team, his gaze resolute: "In this battle, we must show our spirit! Let the Blood Fiend Team see that the strength of our Thanos Team is not to be underestimated! This is not only for victory, but also to lay the groundwork for our future revenge against them!"

His voice was strong and clear, and the team members responded in unison, "Yes, Captain!"

Lu Yu was slightly taken aback, then laughed.

The fact that everyone started calling him captain was clearly an acknowledgment of his leadership abilities.

Although a hint of doubt flashed in Huang Yuan's eyes, he did not ask any further questions and simply nodded silently.

Lu Yu quickly assigned tasks: "In this battle, I will be responsible for support and coordination."

Wang Sheng, Xiao Wu, and Zhu Zhuqing are the main attackers, while Oscar and Huang Yuan provide support.

Huang Yuan, you need to pay special attention to protecting the rear and ensure Ning Rongrong's support isn't interrupted.

Everyone responded in unison, quickly composed themselves, and headed towards the competition venue.

In the center of the arena, a huge circular ring gleamed in the sunlight, while the surrounding stands were bustling with excitement.

Thanos's team and Wind Mountain's team stood on opposite sides of the arena, exchanging greetings.

Pan Shanhai, the captain of the Fengshan team, was tall and had a calm demeanor. His soul power fluctuations indicated that he was already a level 48 Soul Master.

The two team members beside him were Soul Masters of level fourteen and fifteen, respectively, while the other four were Soul Venerables. Their overall strength was comparable to that of Thanos's team.

Pan Shanhai's gaze swept over Thanos's team, finally settling on Lu Yu, a hint of wariness flashing in his eyes.

As the competition bell rang, Ning Rongrong was the first to release her martial spirit. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda floated in front of her, radiating a vast aura.

Seven beams of light shot out from the tower, landing precisely on each member of Thanos's team.

In an instant, everyone's aura and power surged, as if the hidden power within them had been fully unleashed.

Wang Sheng's muscles bulged slightly, and his fighting spirit intensified; Xiao Wu's figure became even more agile, and her steps were like the wind; Zhu Zhuqing's eyes became sharper, like a cheetah in the dark night.

Lu Yu stood in the center of the group, his soul power flowing, his eyes shining with a calm light.

Huang Yuan stayed close to Ning Rongrong, his spirit rings flashing, ready to deal with any sudden attack.

"Fight!"

Lu Yu gave a low shout, and Thanos's team charged toward their opponents like arrows released from a bow.

The offensive-type Soul Masters of the Fengshan team quickly moved forward, attempting to suppress the offensive of Wang Sheng, Xiao Wu, and Zhu Zhuqing with their numerical advantage.

The two clashed instantly, their soul skills blazing on the arena, the booming sounds of their collisions echoing endlessly.

Wang Sheng took the lead, his fists whistling through the air, his Jeet Kune Do's fierce attacks aimed directly at Pan Shanhai.

Pan Shanhai snorted coldly, releasing his Martial Soul Giant Rock Bear. The Soul Rings shone brightly, and his body was covered with a layer of rock-like armor, allowing him to withstand Wang Sheng's attack.

However, his expression quickly turned serious, because Wang Sheng's punches were far more powerful than expected, each punch carrying terrifying force, forcing him to retreat step by step. At the same time, the vice-captain of the Fengshan team, an agility-type Soul Master, attempted to circle around to the rear, targeting Ning Rongrong, intending to break her support effect.

Huang Yuan was prepared. His soul ring lit up, and his figure turned into a blur. His spear thrust out like a venomous snake, forcing his opponent to retreat and defend.

The battle on the arena was fierce, with both sides exchanging blows, the light of their soul skills and the sparks of their collisions intertwining.

At the critical moment, Lu Yu released his spirit ring.

Three soul rings, one purple and one black, surrounded him, emanating an invisible pressure.

He uttered a low shout: "Athena's Guardian!"

A golden light barrier spread from his hand, enveloping the entire team. The team members' defenses instantly increased, and the attacks of the Wind Mountain team struck the light barrier as if hitting an impenetrable wall, unable to make any progress.

Immediately afterwards, Lu Yu unleashed his second soul skill, "Goddess's Inspiration".

A warm power flowed into each team member's body, causing their soul power, speed, and strength to surge once again.

Wang Sheng felt his soul power surging, and a dragon's roar erupted from his body. His Azure Dragon Martial Soul was fully awakened, and his soul power level broke through to level forty-one in one fell swoop! A terrifying aura emanated from him, as if a real dragon had descended.

Pan Shanhai's pupils contracted sharply. He had been wary of Wang Sheng's strength, but he hadn't expected that with Lu Yu's assistance, Wang Sheng's combat power would increase to such a terrifying level.

He tried to fight back, but was knocked back several steps by a heavy punch from Wang Sheng, and his chest heaved with blood and qi.

Wang Sheng sneered, unleashing a torrent of Jeet Kune Do techniques. Pan Shanhai was forced to retreat, cracks appearing on his rock armor, and a look of deep apprehension appeared on his face.

At the same time, Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing's teamwork became increasingly seamless.

Xiao Wu's movements were incredibly agile. She used her teleportation and waist bow skills in quick succession, forcing a member of the Fengshan team into a frantic state.

Zhu Zhuqing's Netherworld Thrust flashed like a ghost, each strike precisely hitting the opponent's vital points.

On the other side, Dai Mubai suddenly joined the battle. His White Tiger Martial Soul, wreathed in thunder, unleashed astonishing power, and a White Tiger Blazing Light Wave blasted out, completely tearing apart the Fengshan team's defenses.

Pan Shanhai tried to stabilize the situation, but found that his teammates had fallen one after another, and morale was greatly dampened.

As the battle intensified, the formation of the Fengshan team completely collapsed.

Pan Shanhai gritted his teeth and held on, but was struck in the chest by a heavy punch from Wang Sheng. His rock armor shattered, and he flew backward, crashing heavily to the edge of the ring, spitting out blood.

The other team members also fell to the ground one after another under the fierce attacks of Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, and Dai Mubai.

Within minutes, the entire Fengshan team was eliminated, leaving only the Thanos team members standing proudly on the stage.

A deafening roar erupted from the stands. The referee paused for a moment before loudly announcing, "Team Thanos wins!"

Lu Yu slowly retracted his spirit ring, a smile playing on his lips.

The team members gathered around, their faces beaming with the joy of victory.

Wang Sheng wiped the sweat from his forehead and grinned, "Lu Yu, your support is simply unbeatable! Just now, I felt like I could punch a mountain to pieces!"

Xiao Wu nodded excitedly, "Yes! With your blessing, our strength has increased by at least 30%!"

Ning Rongrong walked over with a smile: "Lu Yu's soul skill and my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda work together perfectly!"

Lu Yu waved his hand, but his gaze turned to the direction of the Blood Fiend Team in the audience.

The captain of the Blood Fiend Team was staring at him, his eyes filled with a complex expression.

Lu Yu smiled slightly, thinking to himself, "This battle is just the beginning."

After the match, Thanos's team returned to the stands to watch the next match.

Lu Yu sat in the front row, his eyes fixed intently on the arena.

There are not many teams in the competition, but only a handful of them are truly strong.

After an afternoon of observation, Lu Yu gradually figured out his opponent's strengths and weaknesses.

Besides the Blood Fiend Team, the East Sea Team's flexible teamwork, Cheng Youcai Team's fierce offensive, and the two Shrek Academy teams all demonstrated impressive strength.

In particular, the seamless teamwork between the members of Shrek's second team put Lu Yu under some pressure.

Back in the lounge, Lu Yu gathered everyone together and analyzed in a deep voice: "The strength of the Blood Fiend Team is beyond doubt, but the East Sea Team and Shrek's second team have excellent teamwork. We may be able to win based on raw strength alone, but we may suffer when facing their teamwork."

He paused, his gaze sweeping over everyone: "Therefore, we must develop targeted strategies."

To counter the East Sea team's mobility, we need a more flexible formation; to counter Shrek's teamwork, we need to improve our own coordination, especially in the connection of our soul skills.

Everyone nodded seriously, and Wang Sheng was even more eager to fight: "Captain, you tell us how to fight, and we'll fight exactly that!"

Lu Yu smiled slightly, but in his heart he was already planning his next move.

In this battle, they not only need to win, but they need to win spectacularly, paving the way for the final showdown with the Blood Fiend Team!
The night was as dark as ink, with countless stars dotting the endless darkness. A cool night breeze blew by, causing a few leaves to fall softly in the courtyard of the residence.

In the middle of the night, Lu Yu and his group dragged their tired bodies back to their lodgings, their footsteps sounding particularly clear in the quiet night.

Pushing open the wooden door, the dim light inside illuminated the slightly weary faces of the group.

Ning Rongrong walked at the back of the group, carrying her small bag in her hand, her steps light yet with a hint of laziness.

She glanced at Lu Yu, who was walking at the front, and saw that he had a furrowed brow and seemed to be preoccupied. She quickly stepped forward, gently tugged at his sleeve, and asked softly, "Lu Yu, what's wrong? Why are you frowning so much? Are you worried about tomorrow's competition?"

Lu Yu stopped and turned to look at Ning Rongrong's clear, watery eyes. He paused for a moment, then gave a wry smile.

He rubbed his temples and sighed, "Rongrong, you really see things clearly."

The teams we'll be facing tomorrow are tough to deal with: the Blood Fiend Team, the Dark Tiger Team, the Wind and Cloud Team, and that Cheng Youcai Team—none of them are easy to handle.

Although we are not weak, their teamwork is excellent and their tactics are varied; I'm really not confident."

Upon hearing this, everyone stopped and gathered around.

Oscar leaned against the doorframe, holding a freshly made sausage in his hand. He took a bite and mumbled, "Lu Yu, don't worry too much. Shrek Academy's strength is undeniable. Who's afraid of who?"

Even so, his tone carried a hint of uncertainty, clearly indicating some apprehension about tomorrow's match.

Huang Yuan patted Lu Yu on the shoulder and grinned, "Captain, don't overthink it. Let's discuss a strategy and catch them off guard tomorrow!"

He paused, his gaze sweeping over everyone, and suggested, "I have an idea. We can divide the work like this: Xiao Wu, Wang Sheng, and Zhu Qing will be the main attackers, Oscar, Rongrong, and I will provide support, and Lu Yu, you'll focus on targeting their support-type Soul Masters." (End of Chapter)