Douluo Continent: The Myriad Body of Truth and Falsehood

Chapter 64 Inner Court Quotas

When Bai Xu unleashed three sword beams from his three fingers, ending the lives of his three opponents, victory was assured. Less than five seconds into the match, one player was injured and fell to the ground, while two others were eliminated by the referee according to the rules. Thirty seconds into the match, all of his opponents were eliminated.

As the host of this Tianhai Alliance Grand Competition, and as the top academy in the alliance, Tianhai Academy's students naturally came aiming for the final championships in both the five-person and seven-person team competitions, and their strength can be described as precipitous.

But now they have been defeated by Donghai Academy, suffering a regrettable defeat.

Bai Xu's name instantly attracted everyone's attention. With strength less than three rings, he instantly killed a three-ring Soul Master in a second. The green sword light was terrifying, shocking everyone.

As expected, the strongest five-person Soul Master group was defeated, and Bai Xu and his group won even more easily in the subsequent matches. In fact, they began to attract the attention of the behind-the-scenes staff in every match, hoping that their sword moves would be reproduced.

Unfortunately, Bai Xu never used it again after that.

"He's too strong! Bai Xu is so strong it's despair-inducing. Every match feels like I haven't done anything, and the opponent either surrenders or falls to the ground. They're not even in the same league!" After another match ended, Xie Xie seemed to have lost his soul, helplessly complaining.

Tang Wulin lowered his head slightly, his eyes revealing a hint of approval and envy. Bai Xu's aura was indeed too dazzling, overshadowing the others in Class Zero. Every time he appeared, all the audience's eyes would only fall on Bai Xu, subconsciously ignoring the rest of Class Zero.

"Yeah~~ My absolute validity was completely useless~~" Xu Xiaoyan and Xie Xie were the same, marveling at Bai Xu's strength, but she didn't have any intention of catching up with Bai Xu, she just made a light complaint.

Bai Xu and Gu Yue were silent. He smiled helplessly and said, "Everyone has their own way of growing up."

While everyone was exchanging pleasantries and chatting, Wu Changkong arrived and sighed, "I already know the result, Bai Xu, come with me."

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Bai Xu broke away from the group and went to a relatively quiet place with the dance teacher. "Teacher, what's wrong?"

Wu Changkong said with satisfaction, "Your performance has been noticed by the Tianhai Alliance officials. With their unanimous approval, you will occupy one of the only five places available for the inner court of Shrek Academy in the Tianhai Alliance."

"Really?" Bai Xu asked in surprise.

"It's true. With your strength, it's really going too far to compete with the students of the Tianhai Alliance. Shrek Academy is where you should spread your wings and soar." Wu Changkong nodded and smiled slightly.

Shrek Academy admits students every three years. Several major leagues across the continent are eligible to nominate outstanding individuals to apply.

The Tianhai Alliance has a relatively scarce number of slots because its Soul Master development lags behind other alliances. Each application period only offers around 120 slots. On average, each city only gets two or three.

As the top academy in the alliance, Tianhai Academy has secured twenty of these spots. Whether other academies can obtain spots depends on the alliance's allocation. These one hundred and twenty spots refer to the regular spots. The inner academy has only five spots available across the entire Tianhai Alliance.

Even if Bai Xu fails the inner court exam, he can still study at Shrek Academy's outer court without taking the exam, and then take the inner court exam based on his efforts during his time at the outer court, which is equivalent to having an extra chance.

Wu Changkong asked, "Your sword technique is not only swift but also extremely powerful, making it arguably the most lethal skill. Does it have a name?"

"Yes, because it is called the Five-Finger Fist Sword because it is accompanied by the opening of five fingers to form a sword."

"The Five Fingers Sword emanates from the center of the fist, with five swords in total. The move lives up to its name and is indeed rare. I must admit, I can no longer teach you," Wu Changkong sighed. However, his expression changed, and he asked again, "The Tianhai Alliance only approved your spot, which is already a painful decision for them. It will be very difficult to approve another one for Gu Yue."

Wu Changkong seemed to realize that the relationship between Gu Yue and Bai Xu was not ordinary. Gu Yue followed Bai Xu around all day, never leaving his side, and the relationship between the two must have gone beyond that of ordinary classmates.

However, he did not stop it, nor did he have the right to interfere. Many generations of Shrek students had gone through this process; Shrek even had a Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event to help single students find love.

"Therefore, I don't plan to let you participate in the next match. Among this team, Gu Yue is the strongest person besides you, and she has also met the application requirements for Shrek Academy. I still hope that she can obtain the application requirements for the outer academy on her own."

"Okay, Ms. Wu." Bai Xu readily agreed.

"Well, get ready. Not long after this competition ends, Shrek Academy's admissions season will begin, and then you'll have to leave."

"So, you're planning to have me as the main attacker in the upcoming matches?"

In Tianhai Street, Bai Xu and Gu Yue went out together and chatted for a while.

"Okay, I'll provide support from the rear," Bai Xu replied.

"There are only five spots in the inner academy, which is indeed rare. Shrek Academy truly deserves to be the number one academy today," Gu Yue exclaimed.

"Heh~~" Bai Xu chuckled lightly, without answering.

As the two walked side by side, a clear voice suddenly appeared behind them, asking, "Excuse me, are you Bai Xu?"

The two turned around, and Bai Xu saw the newcomer, Ye Xinglan, with fair and delicate skin, golden hair, and azure eyes that sparkled with intense curiosity, as if she was eager to try.

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"Great! Hello, my name is Ye Xinglan, from Shrek Academy. Are you having an individual match this afternoon?" Ye Xinglan stepped forward and continued, "I took the liberty of applying to the organizers for a friendly sparring session with you. I hope you can understand."

Reminded by her, Bai Xu then remembered that the official notification to move the afternoon's individual competition forward should have been made yesterday or the day before. Ye Xinglan seemed to have come by invitation, and given her Shrek academy affiliation, as long as she didn't go too far, the organizers would naturally give her some leeway.

"It's alright, I don't mind." Bai Xuyun said calmly, "You use a sword too?"

"Yes! My martial soul is the Star God Sword. After watching your match, I've always wanted to spar with you." Ye Xinglan's eyes seemed to be shining.

Sure enough, sword cultivators are attracted to each other!

"I'd like to test your move!"

"Okay, looking forward to the individual competition this afternoon."

Gu Yue paid no attention to Ye Xinglan's appearance. She and Bai Xu strolled aimlessly through the streets of Tianhai City, taking a rare moment of rest. She would sometimes secretly observe Bai Xu. Although he was indeed acting very surprised, Gu Yue knew his background.

Bai Xu is already a four-ring Soul Master. If he can still fight on equal terms with this group of three-ring Soul Masters, then he really should reflect on his actions.

But what will Bai Xu do when he arrives at Shrek Academy?

Na'er now serves under Yun Ming, with Tang Jun by her side. How will the Shrek Academy's annihilation war erupt? That is where the great upheaval will take place.

I've been very busy lately. With the Lunar New Year approaching, time is a bit tight. I might have to take a few days off as the year draws to a close. I'll let you know if I'll be updating daily then, so you won't have to wait in vain. I hope you understand.

(End of this chapter)