Sensing the subtle movement of Xu Zihuang pointing the gun at Xu Tianran, Ye Guyi's smile held a deeper meaning, and a strange determination surged deep in her eyes.

Their time for revenge is not far off.

Xu Zihuang looked at Wang Qiu'er sitting on the opposite sofa and nodded slightly in acknowledgment.

"I'll leave the rest to you. I should finish my seclusion before the final stage."

“Even without you, Shrek Academy won’t lose.” Wang Qiu’er’s expression was somewhat complicated, and she gave a stubborn snort.

Dai Huabin and Wu Feng, on the other hand, looked completely bewildered. They both knew very well that in the future, they probably wouldn't even be qualified to catch up with Yu Tianhuang. In comparison, Wu Feng felt even more desperate and heartbroken.

But she could only watch humbly as Ning Tianmou nestled in Yu Tianhuang's arms, her eyes filled with tears.

As the competition progressed to the round-robin stage, the rest area was renovated and divided into eight spacious areas, available only to the groups that needed to compete.

The other six teams in the same group as Shrek Academy and Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy all wore expressions of despair.

Previously, they thought the chances of qualifying were slim, but after witnessing the battle between Yu Tianhuang and Xiao Hongchen today, they completely lost the will to compete.

They are not even in the same league as Shrek Academy and Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy. The gap between them is simply too vast.

Xu Tianran, Zhong Liwu, and Jing Hongchen on the platform also felt wary of Xu Zihuang. However, unlike Xu Tianran and Zhong Liwu, Jing Hongchen always held an attitude of admiration for Xu Zihuang.

Whatever the reason, Yu Tianhuang did indeed show mercy to his grandson on both occasions.

The fear they feel towards them stems purely from their respective positions.

Ju Zi, however, was extremely anxious. Originally, Xu Tianran had not planned to take action against Shrek Academy at this stage, but Yu Tianhuang had displayed such terrifying strength and talent. Given Xu Tianran's personality, Shrek Academy was likely in grave danger this time.

"Senior Sister, I'm heading back now." Xu Zihuang didn't linger in the rest area. He planned to take advantage of the ample time during the round-robin tournament to try his best to break through the level 70 bottleneck and then fuse with the million-year soul ring of the Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm.

This way, he would have enough confidence to assassinate Xu Tianran.

He had discussed these things with Zhang Lexuan privately a long time ago.

"Apart from the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, the remaining six teams pose no threat to us. According to the schedule, there are a full two weeks from today until the final stage begins." Zhang Lexuan nodded solemnly.

"Tianhuang, just focus on your cultivation during this time. Don't worry about anything else."

"Yes, Senior Sister."

Noticing Ning Tian's hesitant expression, Ye Guyi chuckled softly with a strange meaning, "Ning Tian, ​​why don't you accompany Tian Huang back to the hotel today?"

Having her thoughts read by Ye Guyi, Ning Tian's beautiful face immediately flushed with shyness, and she responded softly.

"Ah."

Since arriving in Mingdu to participate in the competition, she hadn't been close to Yu Tianhuang for a long time. Today, after being teased, her body actually showed some instinctive reactions.

The chubby Thunder Beast seemed to realize something and wisely jumped off Xu Zihuang's shoulder onto the table in the Shrek Academy rest area.

However, in the next moment, Ye Guyi grabbed its plump body.

"squeak?"

The Thunder Beast looked up in bewilderment. Ye Guyi had a flawless face with a faint smile, but when it met his indifferent and majestic golden eyes, it couldn't help but shiver.

The Thunder Beast dared not make any further moves and obediently placed its little hands in front of it.

Ye Guyi gently stroked the Thunder Beast's fluffy, soft fur, watching Xu Zihuang and Ning Tian until their figures disappeared from sight before slowly withdrawing her gaze.

There were three more matches this morning, but Ye Guyi didn't pay any attention to them.

The audience present also seemed rather uninterested. After all, the battle between Yu Tianhuang and Xiao Hongchen was far too spectacular and breathtaking. While the subsequent matches were also quite intense, they failed to deliver a similarly powerful visual impact.

The rooftop suite No. 1 at Mingyue Hotel features an open-air balcony facing south from the living room.

Two thick, towering crystal pillars stand on either side of the balcony.

Two circular crystal tables extend from the two crystal pillars, radiating a dazzling halo of light under the morning sun.

Ning Tian leaned back on the table, tilting his head back, lost in the mingling of his breath with Xu Zihuang's. His platinum blonde hair cascaded over his shoulders, his face flushed, and even his gaze became hazy.

"Tap, tap—" The crisp sound echoed in the spacious conference hall. A pair of exquisite silver crystal shoes lay scattered on the floor.

Affected by the two sudden voices, Xu Zihuang and Ning Tian stopped what they were doing and looked at each other.

Xu Zihuang's gaze unconsciously shifted, landing on Ning Tian's fair and straight calves and delicate feet beneath her light blue skirt, and he skillfully reached out to gently caress them.

Ning Tian's delicate body trembled slightly involuntarily, but she did not feel any rejection. On the contrary, she enjoyed and liked the feeling.

Because all of these things subtly demonstrate their attraction to Yu Tianhuang.

Ning Tian, ​​breathing rapidly, whispered, "Tianhuang..."

"Hmm?" Xu Zihuang raised his head again and met Ning Tian's gaze. He was taken aback when he saw the warmth and affection in Ning Tian's eyes.

"Here?"

"Hmm..." Ning Tian suppressed his embarrassment and gave an affirmative answer while avoiding eye contact.

……

In the afternoon, there will be four matches within another group.

However, the Shrek Academy team did not attend the match. One reason was that the rest area was currently only open to the eight teams that needed to play, and another was that the Shrek Academy team was focused on the upcoming round-robin matches in their group.

The absence of Yu Tianhuang means that someone else needs to fill in. Many of them are participating in the competition for the first time, so they are somewhat nervous.

At noon, Xu Zihuang returned to his room and entered a meditative state, while Ning Tian met up with Ye Guyi, who had returned to the hotel.

"Where is Tianhuang?"

Ye Guyi affectionately pulled Ning Tian into her arms, sniffing him lightly. After a moment, she understood.

Ning Tian blushed slightly and said softly, "Sister Gu Yi, Tian Huang has already started cultivating in his room."

Even she herself didn't realize the lack of confidence in her tone.

Ye Guyi looked Ning Tian up and down with a half-smile until Ning Tian seemed increasingly uncomfortable, then she pulled him into Xu Zihuang's room.

"Let's go. I just ordered lunch, it'll be delivered soon."

The two women ate and chatted during their lunch break, including some rather private topics.

The afternoon matches began as scheduled.

The first match was between the Tang Sect team and the Haotian Sect team. Under the guidance of Zheng Zhan, the Unbreakable Douluo, the players from both sides entered the arena.

There were only seven people from the Tang Clan, and they all came to the waiting area on one side of the arena.

This time, the Haotian Sect team, contrary to its usual practice, fielded its entire team under the leadership of Tang Wutong.

Behind Tang Wutong followed six broad-shouldered, muscular young men. These six men wore the uniform gray robes of the Haotian Sect, their muscles bulging beneath the garments, exuding a powerful and vigorous aura.

Upon seeing this, Beibei immediately frowned deeply.

Before the competition began, he had considered personally conveying to the Haotian Sect his idea of ​​working together to deal with the evil soul masters of the Holy Spirit Team. However, the Haotian Sect team was staying on the top floor of the Mingyue Grand Hotel, and the people from the Haotian Sect rarely went out, so he had not been able to find an opportunity.

According to the organizer's rules, in order to avoid disputes, participating teams staying on the lower floors of the Mingyue Hotel are prohibited from entering the upper floors.

Judging from the current state of the Haotian Sect, they seem to have no intention of holding back.

"Haotian Sect versus Tang Sect. Individual elimination match, the first player from each side will take the stage." Invincible Douluo announced in a deep voice on the competition stage.

Tang Wutong was once again the first to appear from the Haotian Sect. With a light touch of her toes, she landed easily on the competition stage, her expression indifferent as she looked towards the Tang Sect.

Tang Ya anxiously asked Bei Bei, "Bei Bei, what should we do?"

"How about I go? I can explain our thoughts to her on the field," Xu Sanshi said seriously from the side.

After a moment's thought, considering Xu Sanshi's personality and the closeness of everyone's relationship with Tang Wutong, Bei Bei shook his head.

"Let Yuhao go. Among us, only Yuhao and Wang Dong have had the most contact."

Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong were roommates for a year back then.

It wasn't just Huo Yuhao who had ideas; Bei Bei also made some reasonable deductions.

The fact that the proud Tang Wutong, or rather Wang Dong, could endure sharing a room with Huo Yuhao for a whole year must have some reason he didn't know. Friendships are most easily formed during youth. He figured Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong must have a good relationship.

Moreover, this merely reflects the Tang Sect's perspective; Huo Yuhao's strength is irrelevant.

He never intended to engage in a direct confrontation with the Haotian Sect team.

After saying that, Bei Bei instructed Huo Yuhao, "Yuhao, remember to tell her that we want to unite and fight against the Holy Spirit Team together."

Huo Yuhao remained silent, only nodding indifferently. He actually wanted to confirm some things with Tang Wutong as well.

Huo Yuhao quickly arrived at the center of the arena, where Tang Wutong was standing not far away. Zheng Zhan stood between the two and said in a deep voice, "Both sides, state your names."

"Tang Clan, Huo Yuhao."

"Haotian Sect, Tang Wutong."

After the routine announcement of names, Zheng Zhan declared the match open.

Tang Wutong's pinkish-blue eyes revealed a hint of disdain and disgust. Without releasing her martial soul or soul rings, her aura alone was enough to make Huo Yuhao feel suffocated.

Huo Yuhao's face flushed red as he let out a muffled groan. His soul power circulated on its own, and three yellow hundred-year soul rings rose from beneath his feet.

The Tang Sect had advanced easily all the way without ever letting Huo Yuhao appear on stage, but his three dazzling yellow hundred-year soul rings instantly shocked the entire audience.

"Three hundred-year-old spirit rings?!"

"What's going on?! Didn't the organizers do any screening? How can someone like this participate in the Continental Youth Soul Master Competition?"

"I've really seen something new today."

"..." The entire venue was filled with various discussions. Almost all of them expressed disdain for Huo Yuhao. For a moment, boos rose up everywhere.

As the competition intensifies, ticket prices soar. Anyone would be upset to spend so much money on tickets only to see this.

Although the soul-guided shield blocked his view, Huo Yuhao couldn't hear the voices of the audience. However, his martial soul, the Spirit Eye, excelled in vision, allowing him to clearly see the expressions on their faces.

This situation was even more suffocating for him.

Huo Yuhao clenched his fists, his naturally sensitive nature overwhelmed by negative emotions once again. The mockery from hundreds of thousands of viewers was driving him almost insane.

He finally managed to raise his head, about to ask Tang Wutong if she was Wang Dong, when he saw Tang Wutong give a cold snort with an expressionless face.

"waste."

The violent soul power exploded, and Huo Yuhao's body was instantly sent flying backward. He then fell to the ground in a disheveled state and lost consciousness.

At the moment his consciousness began to fade, Tang Wutong's indifferent voice seemed to echo in his ears.

"Waste, waste, waste..."

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