Then there was only one possibility: the defensive formation was too strong.
Judging by the situation, perhaps only a powerhouse at the Soul Saint or even Soul Douluo level could possibly break through the arena's formation.
But as a cold, angry voice descended from the sky, everyone looked up and froze in an instant.
The person who had arrived was Elder Ghost of Spirit Hall, the level 95 Ghost Douluo.
The word "Senior" that Ghost uttered left all the commoners present lost in wild speculation.
The silver-haired man on the cushion in the center of the arena was so young, appearing to be around twenty years old.
Most importantly, there was not a shred of soul power aura on his body.
Yet, he was addressed as "Senior" by the Ghost Douluo, Ghost.
Xie Yue, while supporting Yan, looked at Ghost who had arrived before them and bowed in confusion, saying, "Xie Yue greets Elder Ghost!"
As he spoke, his gaze stole a glance toward the direction of the arena.
Ghost looked at the unconscious Yan and snorted coldly, "To offend a senior so rudely and still keep your life is a stroke of fortune amidst misfortune!"
He then channeled a stream of soul power into Yan's body.
After a while, Yan coughed up a mouthful of blood and woke up, feeling extremely weak.
Before Yan could even speak, Ghost turned and walked toward the arena under the watchful eyes of the crowd.
Yan looked at Ghost, then at Xie Yue, and asked with a light cough, "Xie Yue, is Elder Ghost about to attack and break the formation?"
Xie Yue's expression was grave as he shook his head repeatedly, warning, "Yan, don't talk nonsense! Elder Ghost just addressed that silver-haired man on the arena as 'Senior'! He even said that for you to offend a senior and still keep your life is a stroke of great fortune!"
Upon hearing this, Yan's face changed drastically, and he regretted attacking the formation.
As Ghost walked toward the arena, the hundreds of people gathered in the square fell silent in a tacit understanding.
Everyone still thought Ghost was going to attack the formation, yet they remained puzzled by his use of the word "Senior."
"Senior" was a term of respect, and for a Title Douluo like Ghost, it expressed awe toward someone even stronger.
However, no one could believe that the silver-haired man on the arena could possess strength surpassing Ghost's.
Ignoring the various gazes directed at him, Ghost walked straight to the edge of the arena, placed his right fist over his left chest, and bowed with the highest etiquette reserved for the Pope, saying, "Ghost pays his respects to Senior!"
His posture and actions instantly stirred up massive waves in the hearts of everyone present, leaving them unable to calm down for a long time.
Yet, the silver-haired man on the cushion in the center of the arena did not respond.
The atmosphere became awkward.
Ghost felt embarrassed, but he dared not act rashly. After all, both he and Yue Guan had suffered at the man's hands yesterday.
At this moment, Lin Feng, still keeping his eyes closed, spoke slowly, "What is it?"
Ghost's face lit up with joy as he said excitedly, "Reporting to Senior, I have been ordered by the Pope to invite you to be a guest at the Pope Palace!"
As soon as these words were spoken, the entire crowd erupted in an uproar once again. They had not expected the person they had been discussing all day to be this man.
To think he was a big shot valued by the Pope of Spirit Hall.
Yan felt his guts turning green with regret as he witnessed this scene.
Xie Yue breathed a secret sigh of relief, casting a look of pity toward his good friend Yan.
It was fortunate that he was the one who had acted, not himself.
Upon hearing the word "Pope," Lin Feng opened his eyes.
He closed them again and said indifferently, "Not interested!"
In an instant, everyone present gasped in unison.
The Pope had sent a Title Douluo to extend an invitation, yet it had been rejected.
This was a slap in the face to Spirit Hall, a slap in the face to the Pope.
Even Xie Yue and Yan wore expressions of indignation.
Ghost's face looked as unsightly as it could possibly be.
He said anxiously, "Senior, perhaps you should reconsider? I..."
However, before he could finish his sentence, Lin Feng, sitting on the prayer mat, barked impatiently:
"Get lost!"
A terrifying surge of energy erupted across the entire arena.
It was supreme and overwhelming, as if it could destroy everything in its path.
Even though the energy was significantly weakened after leaving the arena, it still transformed into an energy storm that swept in all directions.
Everyone in the plaza below the level of Spirit Ancestor stumbled back in a daze, their faces deathly pale.
Suddenly, a cold, angry voice rang out from the sky:
"Elder Ghost, how can you allow this person to be so arrogant!"
"He defies the Pope and shows contempt for the authority of Spirit Hall!"
"For a fellow who doesn't know the immensity of heaven and earth, we should show him a thing or two!"
"Eighth Spirit Ability: Void Shadow!"
Ghost Leopard Douluo, an elder of Spirit Hall, arrived and stood suspended in the sky.
Nine spirit rings rose beneath his feet, fueled by his level 93 spirit power.
Countless black phantoms condensed within a hundred-meter radius, carrying peerless power as they bombarded the arena's formation.
Ghost, standing below the arena, turned pale with shock, too late to intervene.
He could only release his spirit power to form an energy barrier, protecting the people in the Spirit Hall plaza to prevent innocent casualties.
Immediately, amidst a series of clanging roars, the arena's formation remained unbroken.
Instead, Ghost Leopard Douluo in the sky was struck by the backlash.
He spat out blood and plummeted to the ground, weak and incapacitated.
"Ghost Leopard Douluo!"
Ghost rushed over anxiously to check on his injuries.
With a grave expression, he quickly channeled his spirit power to heal him.
In an instant, the entire venue fell into a deathly silence.
Every gaze was fixed on the critically injured Ghost Leopard Douluo.
To think that even a level 93 Title Douluo could not break through the defense of the formation.
Looking back at the silver-haired man on the prayer mat in the center of the arena, a sense of reverence rose in their hearts.
They finally understood why Ghost Douluo addressed him as "Senior" and maintained such a respectful attitude.
Within the crowd, Yan looked at the dying Ghost Leopard Douluo.
He swallowed hard, finally understanding why Ghost had said he had escaped with his life.
However, just as everyone was reeling in shock, Lin Feng opened his eyes on the prayer mat and said with a faint smile:
"Feng Xiaotian, since you have arrived."
"Stop hiding and come up here to accept the Star Official's challenge!"
With a wave of his hand, he unleashed a mysterious surge of energy.
Below the arena, a man dressed in blue athletic gear and wearing a black mask was enveloped by the energy and pulled onto the stage.
This drew the attention of everyone present.
A woman with dark red hair cried out in concern, "Xiaotian!"
Xie Yue and Yan were the first to react, recognizing Feng Xiaotian as he was brought onto the stage.
They also spotted Huo Wu from the Blazing Fire Academy below the arena.
Three years ago, during the Continental Advanced Spirit Master Elite Tournament, they had crossed paths a few times.
After glancing at Huo Wu, everyone looked toward Feng Xiaotian on the stage with disbelief.
They hadn't expected that someone would be actively pulled onto the stage, especially when the formation's defense couldn't even be broken by a Titled Douluo. What exactly was this Star Official's challenge?
Feng Xiaotian looked at the silver-haired man sitting on the prayer mat before him.
He felt as though he were being seen through completely, and a sense of dread welled up in his eyes.
He turned to leave the stage, but to his dismay, he was trapped by the formation and could not move.
Lin Feng spoke up, offering a reminder:
"Feng Xiaotian, take out the Lucky Star Feather you obtained."
"Begin accepting the Star Official's challenge."
"In this process, you will be able to receive all sorts of unexpected rewards."
"Of course, you may also choose not to believe me."
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