Douluo Continent: Long Live the Spirit Hall

"Chief Referee, now that it's been decided, can we move aside?"

Yan had a very bad impression of Shangguan Longyin. To think that he, the Holy Son of the Spirit Hall, would be examined in public like this was truly shameful, and made Yan want to get rid of all the people in the know.

Fortunately, Yan's rationality prevailed. Realizing that the matter was difficult to resolve in the short term, Yan naturally set his sights on practical benefits.

He spoke again to Shangguan Longyin, "Chief Referee, you've finished your inspection, can you announce the results now? Also, regarding the previous misunderstanding, don't forget your promise."

You should know that there are quite a few young powerhouses who have entered the secret realm this time. If they all perish inside, they are all tough guys who are not afraid of death.

Chapter 508 The Finals

"Princess Cai Cai, or the people of the Fei Li Empire, I apologize for what happened earlier."

In front of Zhongtian Square, after failing to find anything, Shangguan Longyin could only apologize. Then he turned to Yan and said, "I was impetuous and rude just now, and I am willing to make corresponding compensation."

The Fei Li team has entered the top four of the Heavenly Jewel Tournament. Each member will receive a Heavenly Jewel Token and a Divine Master-level Condensed Scroll. I can authorize that Young Master Yan receive an additional Divine Master-level Condensed Scroll as compensation.”

"Heh, so this is the attitude of the Vast Expanse Palace in apologizing. If that's the case, I won't accept it."

After listening to Shangguan Longyin's words, Yan sneered. The compensation of a Divine Master-level Condensed Scroll is extremely precious to the vast majority of Heavenly Jewel Masters. You should know that even the direct high-level disciples of the Five Great Holy Lands find it extremely difficult to obtain such Condensed Scrolls.

However, Yan is not a true celestial bead master. Researching the solidified scrolls might bring great benefits, but most of them cannot be used directly.

In this situation, the so-called Divine Master-level Condensed Scrolls are only of research value to him; whether it's one or two, the difference isn't that significant.

"Don't be so arrogant. Lord Shangguan Longyin has personally apologized to you. What more do you want? Who do you think you are? Don't think you're invincible just because you beat the Blancpain team."

The conversation between Yan and Shangguan Longyin reached a stalemate. Just then, an untimely voice rang out, carrying a strong sense of provocation.

"Ling Tian, ​​shut up."

Shangguan Longyin quickly reprimanded the person who had spoken. Yan's gaze then shifted from Shangguan Longyin to the man, and his eyes narrowed slightly.

"Zhongtian Team, you seem very confident. I look forward to meeting you on Tianzhu Island."

Yan stared at the person for a long time, then smiled and turned to leave. "Let's go!"

After Yan left, the members of the Fei Li team, including Princess Cai Cai, also left Zhongtian Square. At least for this moment, the Fei Li team was a unified entity, choosing to stand with Yan through thick and thin.

"Be careful during the finals on Tianzhu Island. This guy's strength is definitely more than just seven beads..."

Shangguan Longyin glanced at Zhan Lingtian, whose emotions were clearly off, then gave some instructions to the current captain of the Zhongtian team before leaving Zhongtian Square.

In the central palace of Zhongtian City, Shangguan Tianxing was in a very uneasy mood. He couldn't get over the battle where Yan casually defeated the Baopao team.

Over the years of the Tianzhu Tournament, the four seeded teams have been eliminated before, but a situation like today's match, where a seeded team was crushed by one person, is unprecedented.

Yan, the substitute player who suddenly appeared in the Fei Li team, is a complete mystery. After he appeared and defeated the first member of the Blancpain team, the intelligence network of the Zhongtian Empire began to operate to try to find out his origins, but so far, the results are not optimistic.

According to intelligence, Yan first appeared in their Zhongtian Empire. He encountered the Fei Li team along the way and came all the way to Zhongtian City. It seems that he came for the Heavenly Pearl Competition.

Then, all other information—origin, cultivation level, family relationship—was completely blank. It was as if this person had suddenly sprung out of a crack in a rock.

This strange situation made Shangguan Tianxing uneasy, so he allowed Shangguan Longyin to break the rules and inspect Yan again.

He was uncertain and couldn't figure out Yan's true intentions. If possible, he wouldn't want to give the Heavenly Pearl Token to Yan. Allowing someone of unknown origin into Heavenly Pearl Island was definitely a dangerous thing; it could easily lead to a devastating crisis.

However, the Fei Li team advanced to the semi-finals in full view of everyone, and they were unable to investigate Yan's problem within the rules. They will probably have to swallow this bitter pill.

"Your Majesty, I have something to report."

A deep, steady voice rang out in the palace hall. Shangguan Tianxing didn't need to look up to know that it was Shangguan Longyin; they were too familiar with each other.

Shangguan Tianxing hurriedly asked, "Longyin, what were the results of your test on that guy named Yan?"

"Your Majesty, please forgive my incompetence; I have not been able to find anything."

Shangguan Longyin shook his head. "I touched his bones in different parts of his body many times, and I almost used all my own heavenly power to cleanse his body. Apart from confirming that the man was no more than thirty years old, I did not get any other useful information."

However, I am certain that he is hiding a secret, because I was unable to even probe his specific cultivation level.

There are only two possibilities in this situation. First, he possesses a rare treasure that allows him to evade my detection; his bone age was likely determined intentionally by me. Second, his cultivation level is far superior to mine.

Judging from his words and my examination results, he is very likely not even thirty years old. Although I have no hope of reaching the Heavenly Emperor level, I am not weak among the Heavenly King level. Even a Heavenly Emperor level Palace Master could not escape my perception at such close range.

There are very few people on the mainland who have reached the Heavenly Emperor level or above, let alone someone under thirty. Therefore, I believe he must be possessing a rare treasure, and his entry into Heavenly Pearl Island is likely for some special purpose.”

"In that case, his threat shouldn't be too great, but it's still a bit troublesome!"

After listening to Shangguan Longyin's assessment, Shangguan Tianxing nodded in agreement. He also felt that Shangguan Longyin's analysis was correct. A young man under thirty years old could at most be slightly stronger than a Seven-Bead, let alone a Heavenly Emperor level or higher. It was simply impossible.

This basically confirms that Yan's strength is not too high, which naturally puts Shangguan Tianxing a little more at ease. However, the thought of this person of unknown origin and purpose wanting to enter Tianzhu Island still makes him feel irritable. "Longyin, we did not find any special marks in that person's body!"

Shangguan Longyin shook his head again, "Your Majesty, I did not find the curse seal that the Heavenly Evil Sect must use when joining the sect on that person. He is indeed not a member of the Heavenly Evil Sect."

"Some of the special rules of our four holy lands are specifically aimed at the Heavenly Evil Cult. Although I also want to revoke his Heavenly Pearl Token qualification, this is indeed a difficult matter."

Shangguan Tianxing muttered in annoyance, "Fine, fine. Tell my eldest and second brothers to keep a close watch on the island for now. After the Heavenly Pearl Tournament, we'll find out more about Yan's origins and purpose."

"Your Majesty, I shall take my leave now."

Shangguan Longyin understood Shangguan Tianxing's predicament, so he bowed to the emperor. After the emperor waved for him to leave, he bowed and left the hall, then leaped towards Tianzhu Island.

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The next morning, the members of the Fei Li team, who had received the news early, arrived at Zhongtian Square. They would receive the Heavenly Bead Token at the Tuoyin Palace at the end of the square, and then enter Heavenly Bead Island with the other three teams for the final competition.

Because the finals were held on Tianzhu Island, spectators from all over could not watch the live broadcast. As a result, after the preliminary rounds of the Tianzhu Competition ended, the reopened Zhongtian Square returned to its usual quiet state.

Yan and his team arrived very early. After crossing the square, they arrived at the gate of the Zhongtian Imperial Capital Tuoyin Palace, which was comparable in size to an imperial palace.

There were people waiting for them in front of the Rubbing Palace. They were all judges from the preliminary rounds of the Heavenly Bead Competition. As soon as they arrived at the entrance, someone led them into the Rubbing Palace.

Yan and the others entered the largest imprint palace in the Zhongtian Empire, and their eyes immediately turned to their surroundings. This was, in fact, the first time he had ever been to such a place.

The Imprint Palace on the Vast Continent is similar to the Spirit Hall and the Soul Hunting Forest in Douluo Continent. After advancing and acquiring a new Heavenly Bead, Heavenly Bead Masters can imprint the skills of Heavenly Beasts to enhance their abilities. The Imprint Palace seals the Heavenly Beasts, making it convenient for Heavenly Bead Masters to imprint skills.

The rubbing palace in front of Yan and the others was very large. The main hall alone was fifty meters high. The huge hall stretched as far as the eye could see, and it was unknown how many celestial beasts were imprisoned and sealed inside.

The Imprint Palace is divided into different gates according to different attributes. The Imprint Palace of the Zhongtian Empire is second only to the Snow God Mountain of the Ten Thousand Beasts Empire in terms of the completeness of its attributes.

"Everyone, the Palace Master is waiting for you."

The Yan and Fei Li team were led by the referee to Shangguan Longyin, who was the master of this Rubbing Palace.

"Distinguished guests of the Emeritus Empire, you must have had a good time yesterday!"

Shangguan Longyin greeted him with a smile, his gaze quickly falling on Yan, but when Yan looked up and their eyes met, he looked away again.

The old man casually turned his gaze, but when he saw Cai Cai standing next to Yan and Ming Hua in her team uniform, a hint of surprise flashed across his face. "Princess Cai Cai, are you preparing to enter Tianzhu Island to participate in the finals?"

Cai Cai replied calmly, "Palace Master Shangguan, I am not yet thirty years old and am also a substitute member of the Fei Li team, so naturally I can choose to enter Tianzhu Island to participate in the finals."

"Oh, I've been so foolish."

Shangguan Longyin replied with a smile, but he was increasingly worried. Cai Cai's identity was special; she was the palace master of the Fei Li Empire. If something happened to her in the Zhong Tian Empire, it could easily cause a conflict between the two countries.

While they were talking, the members of the other three teams had also arrived at the Imprint Palace. The three teams maintained a certain distance from each other, without any communication, and their occasional glances at each other were somewhat cold.

In this year's Dzi Bead Competition, apart from the Emerald team's unexpected rise, the remaining three seeded teams still held their positions, not giving other countries a chance.

The three seeded teams are the Denton Empire team supported by Blood Red Prison, the Zhongtian Empire team supported by Vast Palace, and the Ten Thousand Beasts Empire team supported by Snow God Mountain.

These teams, with their sacred backgrounds, have all seen a lot and are basically not participating in the Heavenly Jewel Competition finals for the first time. They are already used to everything in the Imperial Palace of the Central Heaven, so they did not waste time visiting and gathered together early to wait for departure.

Shangguan Longyin smiled at the Zhongtian team members, and then said loudly to everyone, "Please follow me, everyone. You will then be able to enter Tianzhu Island to participate in the finals."

After he finished speaking, he walked outside. The Zhongtian team members quickly followed, followed by Wan Shou and Danton, while the Fei Li team members brought up the rear.

Chapter 509 First Visit to Tianzhu Island

On the way to Tianzhu Island, Yan Zhui was at the back of the group. While keeping his eyes fixed on the other three teams, he also kept an eye on the guys hiding around him.

Among the three seeded teams besides the Fei Li team, the members of the Wan Shou team all wore white, the Zhong Tian team wore light blue uniforms, the Dan Dun team wore fiery red uniforms, and the Fei Li team wore emerald green uniforms. The four teams were indeed clearly distinguished by their colors.

Among the Beast Squad, what attracted Yan's attention the most was not their captain, but the two young men leading the team. They both looked to be in their early twenties and looked exactly alike; they were twins.

The two men had stern faces, and the only way to distinguish them was by the streak of white hair in each of their hair, one on the left and the other on the right. This was the only way to barely tell them apart.

On the Zhongtian team's side, the captain should be quite strong, but he doesn't have many distinctive features. On the other hand, the guy who dared to talk tough to Yan yesterday looks quite unique.

That guy was called Zhan Lingtian. He was also in his early twenties, tall, handsome, and with an extraordinary air about him. Occasionally, when he looked at Yan, he would show a special kind of hostility.

Both of these teams are quite strong, and Yan felt they were even stronger than Blancpain. The remaining Denton team, on the other hand, was rather weak. They were probably the weakest of the four seeds, with only a young couple in their early twenties who were somewhat worth watching.

Yan had no interest in the man, but he did take a second look at the woman. He rarely saw a woman with the same hair color as himself.

That's right, the girl named Shen Xiaomo had flowing red hair and was very beautiful. She had the kind of beauty with very defined facial features, giving people a feeling of heroic spirit.

She noticed Yan's gaze, but instead of shyness, she exuded a strong fighting spirit, seemingly eager to have a duel with him.

Yan and the members of the four teams walked out of the Tuoyin Palace under the leadership of Shangguan Longyin. Five carriages were already waiting there, each drawn by eight fine horses, and were extremely luxurious.

Shangguan Longyin boarded the first carriage, and the members of the four teams also boarded one. With the horses galloping, the five carriages headed straight for the outskirts of Zhongtian City.

After Yan entered the carriage, he closed his eyes and pretended to rest, which left Cai Cai and Ming Hua, who wanted to discuss things with him, speechless. They looked at each other and then chose to remain silent, also asking the others to keep quiet.

The carriage traveled for about an hour before leaving Zhongtian City. It then sped along an official road for another half hour before slowing down.

After the carriage stopped, Yan and the other seven members of the Fei Li team got off. Not far in front of them, one of the huge stone pillars that they had seen supporting Tianzhu Island was right in front of them.

Although this place was quite close to the stone pillar, it still seemed very far away at first glance. Upon closer inspection, a campsite was discovered at the foot of the pillar, completely surrounding it.

Shangguan Longyin stood in front, calmly saying, "The sixteen pillars supporting Tianzhu Island are each guarded by four elite divisions of my Zhongtian Empire. Although any one of these pillars can be used to ascend Tianzhu Island, forcing your way in will not end well..."

The guy's tone wasn't very friendly when he said that, and he seemed to glance at the location of the Emerald team indifferently, though it's unclear whether he meant anything by it.

The members of the Zhongtian team showed respect upon hearing his words, as did the members of the Blood Red Prison team. Only the members of the Snow God Mountain team showed a hint of disapproval.

Thirty-two beams of light simultaneously erupted from Shangguan Longyin, arriving in front of the thirty-two members of the four teams in an instant. The members instinctively reached out to receive them, each receiving a small token.

Yan also had one; the token in his hand was round at the top and pointed at the bottom, its surface as smooth and warm as jade, and it was a light blue color with the words "Heavenly Pearl Token" on it.

He could vaguely sense that there was an energy flowing within it. Furthermore, this thing was neither gold nor jade; what it was made of was unknown.

"Go to the island."

Shangguan Longyin uttered two simple words, then leaped into the air, drifting towards the military camp ahead like a wisp of smoke.

On the Vast Continent, a division consists of 10,000 men, four divisions consist of 40,000 men, and 640,000 men were used to guard the sixteen Heavenly Pillars. This shows how much the Vast Palace and the Central Heaven Empire valued Heavenly Pearl Island.

Once the number of people exceeded ten thousand, it was a sea of ​​people. Approaching the base of Tianzhu, the seemingly endless crowd was breathtaking.

While pacing around lost in thought, Yan soon followed Shangguan Longyin to the military camp ahead with the rest of the group. Shangguan Longyin used his facial recognition, and with everyone holding Heavenly Pearl Tokens, the military camp allowed them to pass smoothly.