Star Luo Royal Academy
As usual, everyone arrived at the rest area early in the morning.
The lottery results came out quickly.
When Flender walked into the lounge with the draw card in his hand, his expression was rather unpleasant.
He walked up to the crowd, held up the lottery card, which had a name written on it: Star Luo Empire Royal Advanced Soul Master Academy.
"I wonder if the Spirit Hall deliberately sabotaged this to quickly ascertain our strength, arranging for us to attend the Star Luo Empire Royal Advanced Soul Master Academy."
Flender's voice carried a hint of dissatisfaction, "That is, the one selected by the Star Luo Empire out of the three seeded teams."
Tang San didn't seem to care. He calmly reassured everyone, "It's just a team without even Soul King. There's no need to worry too much. The biggest threat is Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun's Martial Soul Fusion Skill, Hell White Tiger, but as long as we handle it properly, it's not a big problem."
Zhu Zhuqing sat in the corner, and when she heard the name "Star Luo Empire Royal Advanced Soul Master Academy," she seemed to recall some unpleasant memories, and her body tensed slightly.
Her fingers unconsciously clenched the hem of her clothes, her knuckles turning white, and a complex emotion flashed in her dark eyes—tension, anger, and a hint of bitterness.
Dai Mubai's expression changed slightly, and his Adam's apple bobbed, but he didn't speak.
There is still half an hour before the match begins.
Everyone was in the rest area making final arrangements and preparations before the competition.
Just as Qin Ming began arranging the team members for the field, Zhu Zhuqing suddenly stood up.
All eyes were on her.
Zhu Zhuqing took a deep breath, walked up to Qin Ming, her eyes filled with determination.
She said firmly, "Teacher Qin, I hope you can arrange for me to play."
There was a moment of silence in the lounge.
Qin Ming looked at Zhu Zhuqing, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
According to his plan, he would try to use the main players in the Grand Finals as much as possible, and the substitutes would not be allowed to play unless there were special circumstances.
Although Zhu Zhuqing is a substitute, her strength is no less than that of the main Agility Attack System, Jing Ling, but...
Qin Ming pondered for a moment, his gaze sweeping back and forth between Zhu Zhuqing and Jing Ling.
Zhu Zhuqing and Jing Ling are only one level apart in Soul Power, thirty-sixth level versus thirty-seventh level, the difference is negligible.
In terms of speed and attack power, Zhu Zhuqing's Hell Spirit Cat is even significantly superior to Jing Ling's Skeleton.
The core of Agility Attack System Soul Master is speed and explosive power. Zhu Zhuqing is no less than Jing Ling in these two aspects, and may even be stronger in explosive power.
But Jing Ling is a former student of the Blue Tyrant Academy, and he is already twenty-two years old this year. This is his last Soul Master Tournament.
Zhu Zhuqing is only fourteen years old this year, and she will have plenty of opportunities in the future.
As the team leader, Qin Ming also wanted to take care of the older students, so he always arranged for Jing Ling to be the main Agility Attack System Soul Master.
For Zhu Zhuqing, Qin Ming only intended to help her gain experience in this competition.
Qin Ming cast a questioning look at Zhu Zhuqing without saying a word, but the meaning was clear: give me a reason.
Zhu Zhuqing remained silent for a moment, a hint of pain and determination flashing in her eyes.
She turned around, glanced at Dai Mubai, then faced the crowd and slowly said, "Dai Mubai and I both come from the Star Luo Empire."
The lounge became even quieter.
Zhu Zhuqing briefly recounted her and Dai Mubai's backgrounds.
This includes the succession system of the Star Luo Imperial Family, the generations of intermarriage between the Dai Family and Zhu Families, and the fate that bound her and Dai Mubai together from birth.
"This match is very important to us," Zhu Zhuqing said in a heavy voice, "Although it's impossible for Dai Mubai and me anymore..."
As she said this, a bitter smile curved her lips.
Dai Mubai has already had it cut.
Although the outside world is unaware of it, it is an open secret within the Shrek Academy.
The marriage alliance is already a dead letter; how could a prince who can't even be considered a man possibly inherit the throne of the Star Luo Empire?
Zhu Zhuqing understood this, and so did Dai Mubai.
Once the truth about Dai Mubai is revealed, no matter how strong he is, he will not be able to become the heir.
The Star Luo Empire's royal family could not accept an emperor who was infertile; this was a fundamental reality.
But Zhu Zhuqing volunteered for battle today not for the sake of a marriage alliance, not for the engagement, and certainly not for Dai Mubai.
"I just want to fight Zhu Zhuyun."
Zhu Zhuqing's voice carried a kind of resolute determination that had been suppressed for a long time.
Qin Ming remained silent for a long time, his gaze lingering on Zhu Zhuqing's face for a moment.
He nodded. "I agree to let you play. However, once you're on the field, you must follow Captain Tang San's instructions. Can you do that?"
Zhu Zhuqing took a deep breath and nodded. "Yes."
After saying that, she glanced at Tang San, her gaze resolute.
Tang San nodded slightly and returned a kind smile.
Dai Mubai stood up from his chair and walked over to Zhu Zhuqing.
A flicker of guilt and bitterness crossed his eyes, and his voice was low. "Because of my cowardice, I abandoned you. I'm so sorry. I did so many foolish things, hurting you and damaging our relationship... whatever it was."
Dai Mubai paused, then continued, "If we defeat Dai Weisi this time, I promise you, when we return to the Star Luo Empire, I will ask my father to dissolve our engagement and grant you your freedom."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded silently without saying a word.
Tang San watched this scene, his thoughts unreadable.
The match time has arrived.
Both sides stepped into the arena.
Seven members of the Star Luo Empire Royal Advanced Soul Master Academy walked out from the opposite passage, their uniforms bright and shiny.
Leading the way were a man and a woman. The man was tall and handsome, bearing a resemblance to Dai Mubai, but was older and had a more composed demeanor.
The woman was tall and slender with a curvaceous figure. She had long black hair draped over her shoulders, a delicate and charming face, and a faint smile on her lips.
Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun.
Tang San's gaze lingered on Zhu Zhuyun for a moment, a hint of surprise flashing through his mind.
I thought Zhu Zhuqing's figure was already amazing, but I didn't expect Zhu Zhuyun to be even more amazing.
The tight-fitting team uniform perfectly accentuated her curvaceous figure, highlighting her slender waist, full curves, and long legs; every step she took exuded an indescribable charm.
Moreover, Zhu Zhuyun doesn't have Zhu Zhuqing's aloofness; instead, she possesses a more charming and alluring quality, with every smile and gesture exuding the allure of a mature woman.
Tang San's lips twitched, and he secretly marveled: Are all the women of the Star Luo Zhu Family this explosive? Are their genes that strong?
Xiao Wu keenly noticed Tang San's gaze and reached out to pinch his waist.
Tang San remained expressionless, withdrew his gaze, and looked at Dai Weisi opposite him.
Dai Weisi was also looking at him, a hint of scrutiny and wariness flashing in his eyes.
As a seed team selected by the Star Luo Empire, they did a lot of research on the Shrek Academy.
The Shrek Team's lineup was nothing short of luxurious throughout the Grand Finals.
Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing stood at the front of the line, facing Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun.
The four people's eyes met in mid-air, sparks flying.
Dai Weisi's lips curled into a disdainful smile, a hint of contempt flashing in his purple eyes. "Mu Bai, long time no see. I never imagined you'd stoop to living in an enemy country. You've utterly disgraced the Star Luo Imperial Family."