You guys come at me together?

Meanwhile, a year later, Shadow Moon and Minami Kotaro also received admission notices from Heaven Dou Royal Academy.

Over the course of a year, the two had built their reputation starting from the Soul Arena, gradually spreading their fame across the entire Heaven Dou Empire.

Two Soul Elders in their early teens, undefeated among peers of the same rank—what did that mean? Their duo, "Shocker Sun and Moon," grew increasingly renowned.

Young age, high soul power, strong martial souls, and formidable combat ability—this not only marked them as future pillars of strength but also highlighted their immense potential for growth.

Of course, the most important point was that the two possessed similar martial souls and called themselves brothers, so they must be blood brothers.

On the Douluo Continent, the inheritance of martial souls was well-documented. The sudden emergence of these two had major forces unable to trace their origins, and even the largest power, Martial Soul Hall, found no records, only concluding that they had awakened their martial souls independently.

Think about it—two brothers with nearly identical powerful martial souls. Weren't they practically prime breeding stock?

With two brothers, at least one descendant could inherit the martial soul. Just drag them over to reproduce, preferably spawning an entire family line, and the Heaven Dou Empire would grow stronger!

Thus, various Soul Master Academies scrambled to extend olive branches, inviting the two to enroll.

Meanwhile, within Heaven Dou City of the Heaven Dou Empire.

"Have you verified it?"

Inside Heaven Dou City, the greatest power was undoubtedly the actual ruler of the Heaven Dou Empire, the Emperor himself, speaking in secret.

"Their identities have been confirmed without error. They are indeed citizens of the Heaven Dou Empire, awakened four years ago by the empire's Soul Master, Daguva. Thus, their records were not transmitted to Martial Soul Hall. After Daguva trained them for three years, he declared them graduated, so they began to emerge a year ago."

"Have they had any contact with other forces this past year?"

"According to our investigations, over the past year, the two have relied solely on income from the Soul Arena for their expenses. They have not depended on any force, and only various domestic Soul Master Academies have extended invitations to them. However, it is curious that Martial Soul Hall also inquired whether they wished to join."

"Hahaha, not surprising. When a martial soul is awakened by an individual, it naturally wouldn't enter Martial Soul Hall's archives. Have Heaven Dou Royal Academy invite them to enroll. But think about it—even Martial Soul Hall wouldn't use two geniuses as bait, would they? What do you say, Crown Prince?"

"Father is right!"

"Ahahaha!"

And in Heaven Dou City, after receiving the invitation from Heaven Dou Royal Academy, Shadow Moon and Minami Kotaro agreed to enroll.

"Heaven Dou Royal Academy finally sent us the notice!"

Shadow Moon sighed as he gazed at the bustling Heaven Dou City.

"This past year hasn't been wasted after all," Minami Kotaro said with a smile.

"But no matter which world it is, there are always some people who suffer oppression."

Shadow Moon pointed at the prosperous Heaven Dou City.

"Look around—it seems like a scene of peace and prosperity. But take a closer look: everyone here is either a soul master or a noble. In my world, the nobles were the oppressors; here, it's the common folk."

Shadow Moon sighed, then shifted his tone.

"So, Kotaro, this is why we exist. The mission of our Great Shocker is to liberate them from hell. Kotaro, let's work together!"

Shadow Moon spoke passionately, then extended a hand in front of Minami Kotaro.

"Yeah, let's do this together!"

Minami Kotaro responded with equal fervor, and their hands clasped tightly.

Heaven Dou City.

"Let me introduce you—these two are about to join our Heaven Dou Royal Battle Team family. Everyone, welcome them!"

Qin Ming said with a smile, leading the applause.

The members of the Heaven Dou Royal Battle Team showed little interest, offering only a perfunctory gesture.

"Teacher Qin Ming, if they're joining our Royal Battle Team, they should at least have the basic strength to back it up, right?"

Dugu Yan was the first to challenge them. After all, two transfer students suddenly appearing, replacing two long-time teammates, naturally bred resentment.

"Yan Er!"

Yu Tianheng scolded Dugu Yan, but judging by his expression, tone, and demeanor, it was clearly just for show to save face for Qin Ming.

"Hmph!"

Dugu Yan turned her head away with a snort, though her gaze still drifted toward Yu Tianheng, clearly unbothered and putting on an "I'm mad and nothing can fix it" act.

"Ah, sorry, my fault. I haven't even introduced the newcomers' names yet. I'm sure you all know the famous Shocker Sun and Moon duo from the Soul Arena this past year."

"That's right—these two are Shocker Sun and Moon: Kotaro and Nobuhiko. You two, say hello to everyone too."

Qin Ming smoothed things over for both sides, knowing they were all geniuses with pride.

"No need, Teacher Qin Ming. Let's settle it with strength, as they suggested."

Shadow Moon stepped forward.

"Who's going first?"

Shadow Moon raised an eyebrow.

"Or do you all want to come at once?"