Douro Continent

Chapter 400 The Grand Finals, Martial Soul City (Part 2)

Mentioning Tang San, a special light shone in Huo Wu's eyes. Her dedication to pursuing strength was no less than that of some talented male Soul Masters. Tang San's power undoubtedly held a great attraction for her. Of course, it wasn't the kind of attraction between men. In Huo Wu's mind, there was only how to surpass Tang San, how to defeat him. Even though Tang San had saved her life that day, this thought couldn't completely fade from her mind.

Feng Xiaotian tentatively asked, "Sister Huowu, what about our relationship...?"

Huo Wu frowned slightly and asked, "What's going on between us?"

"Uh... well, I mean, about our relationship."

Suddenly, Huo Wu's eyes lit up, and her gaze towards Feng Xiaotian changed slightly. "Get in the car."

"Huh?" Feng Xiaotian had been prepared to be rejected, but Huo Wu's sudden change in mood overjoyed him. He quickly jumped onto the carriage.

When he saw Huo Wu sitting gracefully in the innermost part of the carriage, his heart began to pound uncontrollably.

Huo Wu said to Huo Wushuang, "Brother, you and everyone else get off the bus first. I have something to say to Feng Xiaotian."

Huo Wushuang looked at his younger sister, a questioning glint in his eyes.

Huo Wu winked at him.

When Feng Xiaotian heard Huo Wu say she wanted to speak with him alone, his heart began to race. The usually humorous Feng Xiaotian became flustered when he was actually alone with Huo Wu in this enclosed space. He rubbed his hands together, unsure of what to say.

"Brother Feng, I know you've always liked me and been very good to me." It was Huo Wu who spoke first.

Feng Xiaotian stared at her blankly, muttering, "You're not going to say next, 'Brother Feng, you're a good person, but we're not a good match,' are you? If you're really going to give me a 'friend zone' card, then you don't need to say it. I'm afraid I can't handle that kind of shock."

Seeing Feng Xiaotian's silly expression, Huo Wu couldn't help but chuckle. "Alright, alright. I gave you a little leeway, and you're already pushing your luck. That's not what I meant."

Feng Xiaotian asked in surprise, "So, you mean you agree to date me?"

"Pah, you wish. I called you in to discuss something with you," Huo Wu said irritably.

Feng Xiaotian chuckled, his usual self reappearing. "Sure! Anything is fine. Go ahead and say it."

Huo Wu pondered for a moment and said, "Brother Feng, do you think the finals still have any meaning for us?"

Feng Xiaotian was taken aback. "What do you mean?"

Huo Wu said, "Do you think we can defeat Shrek Academy? Or the two academies recommended by the two great empires, and those freaks from Spirit Hall Academy?"

Feng Xiaotian gave a wry smile. "Tell me the truth? I'm afraid that's difficult."

Huo Wu snorted. "Not difficult? It's simply impossible. Shrek Academy is hiding its strength very well. I think you've noticed too. In the previous preliminaries, they didn't even field their full lineup. By the time they reached the qualifying rounds, they had increased their number of Soul Masters above level 40 to four. And that fat guy they added is incredibly powerful. The Fire Phoenix Martial Soul is one of the top-tier Martial Souls."

Feng Xiaotian sighed, "After losing to Tang San, I stopped thinking about these issues. Even in a team battle, it's unlikely we can defeat Shrek Academy. Their overall strength is too great. Moreover, Tang San's control and their seamless teamwork during the preliminaries won't give us any chance. The finals might just be a learning experience for me."

Huo Wu shook her head violently. "No, that's not necessarily true. We still have a chance. That's why I asked you to discuss this. I think we should have Blazing Academy forfeit their qualification for the finals."

"Huh? Why?" Feng Xiaotian was taken aback. "You've put in so much effort to get to the finals, and you're just going to give up like this?"

Huo Wu said calmly, "Of course I won't give up easily. I want Blazing Fire Academy to form an alliance with your Divine Wind Academy. We'll form a team together to participate in the finals."

Upon hearing Huo Wu's words, Feng Xiaotian's romantic thoughts vanished completely, and he frowned deeply. "This doesn't seem appropriate. We each represent an element. Let alone which academy we would represent after merging into one, we'd probably have a hard time getting past the competition organizing committee."

Huo Wu smiled calmly and said, "That's not something you need to worry about. I'm just asking you, are you willing?"

Feng Xiaotian nodded without hesitation, "Of course I'm willing. If our two teams can really merge into one, then all our participating members will be above level 40, and the number of combinations we can choose from will also increase significantly. We can definitely compete with those strong teams."

Huo Wu nodded and said, "In that case, leave the rest to me. Please go back and persuade your companions and teachers. Our Blazing Fire Academy can forgo this honor and fight under the name of your Divine Wind Academy. As for how to join, it's simple. We'll just transfer to your Divine Wind Academy for now. I can make the decisions for Blazing Fire Academy. The dean is my father."

Although Huo Wu spoke calmly, Feng Xiaotian could clearly hear the wildness in her words. What kind of desire for victory could lead someone to make such a decision?

Huo Wu looked at Feng Xiaotian and said, "We don't have much time to practice. We only have these remaining ten days or so on the road. You should discuss this with your academy as soon as possible. If there are no problems, we should start practicing our coordination. Since you were able to create your first soul skill, perhaps we can create a second one."

Feng Xiaotian's eyes lit up. "Like the kind you used in the previous competition? A team coordination technique?"

Huo Wu nodded. "Although it's not a true Martial Soul Fusion Skill, as long as we coordinate well, our strength will shock everyone."

Feng Xiaotian said with a wry smile, "I'm just worried that the competition organizing committee will cause trouble."

Huo Wu scoffed dismissively. "What business is it of theirs if we transfer schools? As for the quota issue, I'll take care of that. Convincing the Spirit Hall isn't difficult. As long as we tell that Platinum Bishop we'll join the Spirit Hall after this tournament, what obstacles can they possibly have?"

Feng Xiaotian suddenly fell silent, staring intently into Huo Wu's eyes.

"Why are you looking at me like that?" Huo Wu said, somewhat displeased.

Feng Xiaotian sighed, "Huo Wu, are you really that eager for victory? Do you know how much you'll have to sacrifice for it?"

Huo Wu said calmly, "I not only crave victory, but I also crave to become stronger. If I don't even have the slightest chance, I'll lose confidence, and how will I cultivate in the future? I'm just asking you, are you willing to walk this path with me?"

Feng Xiaotian nodded vigorously. "I'm willing. Whatever decision you make, I'm willing to stay by your side. However, there's one thing I need to make clear. I can only speak for myself. After the competition, I can join the Spirit Hall with you, but I can't control our comrades."

Huo Wu looked at Feng Xiaotian, and something suddenly appeared in her eyes. She knew, of course, Feng Xiaotian's standing among the other members of Shenfeng Academy. With his influence, he could easily have persuaded his companions to join the Spirit Hall, but he hadn't done so. Huo Wu suddenly realized that Feng Xiaotian possessed so many admirable qualities she hadn't noticed before. Although his strength was inferior to Tang San's, his appearance was far more handsome. For a moment, she was captivated.

They continued their journey. Shenfeng Academy and Chihuo Academy reached a cooperation agreement in a short time; of course, this news was kept strictly confidential from the other teams. They wouldn't reveal it until the finals began.

The Shrek Academy students were having a very pleasant time, with the Shrek Seven Devils gathering in the carriage every day to cultivate. Dai Mubai, having recently leveled up, was handling external affairs with Flander and the others. For them, teamwork no longer required much practice; the more important thing was to improve their soul power.

After so many battles, these already talented young men and women not only gained practical experience but also made significant progress in their soul power. Within a few days, they broke through their bottlenecks one after another. Except for Xiao Wu, who was still stuck at level thirty-nine, everyone else advanced to the next level.

Currently, the levels of the Shrek Seven Devils are as follows: Evil-Eyed White Tiger Dai Mubai, level 45; Uncle Oscar, level 42; Tang San, level 43; Ma Hongjun, level 42; Xiao Wu, level 39; Ning Rongrong, level 42; and Zhu Zhuqing, level 42.

Judging by their level alone, they might not seem very surprising, but considering their current age, it is enough to shock any powerful figure in the world of Soul Masters.

The youngest, Zhu Zhuqing, is only fourteen years old, while the oldest, Dai Mubai, is just seventeen. Oscar is sixteen. Tang San is almost fifteen.

What a young team this is! They are fully capable of participating in the next Continental Elite Soul Master Academy Tournament. What monstrous level will they reach in five years? Even the Grandmasters can't predict that. Because these children are all adept at creating miracles.

(End of this chapter)