Exchange and Sparring

Exchange and Sparring

Three days later, everyone participating in the competition gathered together. The seven students opposite them were basically the members of this year's Shrek Team.

Today, Ma Xiaotao had neatly tied her long hair into a ponytail, making her look clean and sharp. She saw it too, and the corners of her lips immediately curled up into a teasing smile. Ye Qingchen calmly turned his head away and stopped looking over. After all, he had done plenty of taking advantage of others.

Xuan Zi nodded and said, "Everyone's here. There are still ten days before the new Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Soul Dueling Tournament begins. I'm sure you can all guess each other's identities. That's right, you are the official team members and reserve members for this tournament. I brought you together today first so you can get acquainted, and second so you can familiarize yourselves with each other's abilities."

As he spoke, Xuan Zi turned to Ye Qingchen and the others. "Don't think you're only going along as spectators this time. On the contrary, unless something unexpected happens, nearly all of you may have a chance to take the field. When we face opponents who aren't too strong, you will be the main ones competing. That will better conceal the abilities of the official team members."

"Then who should introduce themselves first?" Ye Qingchen asked.

Xuan Zi nodded. "The reserve team will go first."

After everyone had introduced themselves, only Ye Qingchen remained.

"Why are you all looking at me? I'm just a reserve among reserves." Ye Qingchen very naturally sat down at the edge of the arena, looking at the seven dumbfounded people.

"You brat, say that again and see what happens!" Xuan Zi put down his wine gourd.

"Hello, seniors. My name is Ye Qingchen, a second-year Outer Courtyard student. I'm a Level 53 Soul King, a Hexagon Warrior, and a Fourth Level Soul Tool Master."

Once his introduction was over, if Huo Yuhao's Level 29 cultivation had already been enough to surprise them, then Ye Qingchen was what truly shocked them. A second-year Outer Courtyard student, a Level 53 Soul King, and even a Fourth Level Soul Tool Master... Was he really a second-year student? He was almost on par with Inner Courtyard students.

Xuan Zi nodded in satisfaction, tipped back his head and finished gnawing on the chicken leg in his hand, then pointed toward the Inner Courtyard group. "Your turn."

"Inner Courtyard, Ma Xiaotao. Level 67 assault-type Battle Soul Emperor."

"Inner Courtyard, Dai Yueheng. Level 64 assault-type Battle Soul Emperor."

"Inner Courtyard, Chen Zifeng. Level 57 assault-type Battle Soul King."

"Inner Courtyard, Xi Xi. Level 56 agility-type Battle Soul King."

"Inner Courtyard, Ling Luochen. Level 55 control-type Battle Soul King."

"Inner Courtyard, Yao Haoxuan. Level 55 control-support-type Battle Soul King."

After the seven finished introducing themselves, Xuan Zi had them choose their own teammates and conduct a team battle. Ye Qingchen had originally been chosen by Ma Xiaotao, but he requested not to participate in the fight.

Xuan Zi turned to Ye Qingchen and said, "Since you aren't participating in the team match, I'll test your judgment. Qingchen, which side do you think will win?"

Ye Qingchen looked toward Ma Xiaotao's side and said, "Senior Xiaotao's side will win this match."

"Then let's wait and see."

However, the moment Huo Yuhao unleashed the Martial Soul Fusion Skill, Word Spirit Manipulation, Xuan Zi directly sprayed out a mouthful of wine.

"Pause."

Xuan Zi rushed onto the stage and immediately began examining Huo Yuhao, but Huo Yuhao dumped the blame onto Ye Qingchen...

With the Martial Soul Fusion Skill of Huo Yuhao and Ye Qingchen, Ma Xiaotao led four Outer Courtyard students to defeat Dai Yueheng, who had three Outer Courtyard students on his side. That alone was already astonishing.

What was more, when it ended, Ma Xiaotao's side still had four people remaining. Xuan Zi descended from the sky with the students he had rescued from the arena, a faint smile on his face. "Hurry up. The losers, accept your punishment."

"I'm a pig..."

A string of "I'm a pig" cries rang out in succession. Sitting in the stands, Ye Qingchen struggled to suppress his laughter. Did they know how painful it was to hold back a laugh?

"Ye Qingchen, you actually guessed right." Xuan Zi looked at Ye Qingchen in surprise.

However, just as Xuan Zi was about to announce that everyone would set off for Star Luo City tomorrow, Chen Zifeng suddenly spoke up. "Elder Xuan, isn't there still Ye Qingchen? Why not let him show us what he can do, so we can get to know him better?"

Chen Zifeng's words truly had the effect of a backstab, and everyone's gazes landed on Ye Qingchen at once.

"The gossip ended up on me. Heartless." The smile on Ye Qingchen's face gradually vanished.

"Ye Qingchen, it wasn't me who told you to go up this time. Go on, show them." Xuan Zi took a sip of wine.

"Fine. Here comes my chance to show off." Ye Qingchen activated his Martial Soul Avatar. Silver-white dragon wings spread from his back, and five soul rings—four black and one red—appeared beneath his feet and behind him.

"Hundred Thousand Year Soul Ring!"

Other than those familiar with Ye Qingchen, every Inner Courtyard student was shocked by the sight.

"Silver Dragon Domain."

Orbs of light containing various elements swirled around Ye Qingchen. Under his control, every orb transformed into a massive dragon that soared through the air.

"I can control more than just this. If you use elemental Soul Skills, I can turn them against you and launch them back at you. Within my domain, anyone can gain an Ultimate Attribute, and I can also provide individual support to each person..." Ye Qingchen did not continue demonstrating, merely explaining each ability one by one.

"Enough. No matter what kind of opponents you face in the future, you must never underestimate them or let down your guard. Go back now. Pack your things. Gather at the academy gates early tomorrow morning, and we'll head to Star Luo City for the competition."

"Star Luo City?" Upon hearing that name, Huo Yuhao could not help crying out.

Xuan Zi looked at Huo Yuhao with some confusion. "Is there a problem? The Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Soul Dueling Tournament rotates between the capitals of the various nations. This year, it's the Star Luo Empire's turn."

Huo Yuhao did not say anything more, but Ye Qingchen, who stood beside him, clearly sensed the fluctuation in his emotions.