The Era Had Changed, Yet the Old Man Still Toyed with Children!
Seeing Ning Fengzhi's calm demeanor, the Flame Leopard Sect Master wondered about the source of his confidence.
But thinking of his elite troops, he remained confident.
"Sect Master Ning, please forgive us." The Flame Leopard Sect Leader cupped his hands in greeting. "We'll forfeit the Elder' battle!"
Of course he's not stupid. Who can beat the Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?
But so what?
The competition format has been changed, and the disciple battle will now consist of four matches!
They forfeited the Elder battles, won all the disciple battles, and still had the higher total score!
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's direct disciples are support-type disciples; only disciples from affiliated sects can participate.
But can a sect so weak that it can only rely on the strong be worthy of being compared to the Flame Leopard Sect?
Ning Fengzhi remained calm, slowly blowing on the tea foam. "Sect Flame Leopard Sect too kind."
"Our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has always valued harmony. This is merely a friendly exchange, and we'll stop here once we've reached our point."
"Ning Cheng, you go."
This person looked to be sixteen or seventeen years old, with a fair complexion and a slender build. He wore a glass pendant at his waist and looked every bit the pale-faced scholar!
No one could sit still now.
"A direct descendant of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect School is taking the stage?!"
"Isn't that just suicide? A support-type fighting Power Attack System, what's the difference between that and an egg hitting a rock?"
"Is Sect Master Ning confused? Or... is he using Soul Tool?"
"That won't work, will it?"
Currently, the main Soul Tool on the market are the Three-Eyed Icefire Guns and soul-guided Hidden Weapon, which are basically designed for low-level Soul Master.
In one-on-one combat between mid-to-high-level Soul Master, a single Soul Tool is simply not effective in suppressing them; once they get close, they're done for.
The Flame Leopard Sect Master's smiling face froze.
He was completely baffled!
Should a direct descendant be sent to the top?
What does that mean?
He shook his head and sent out Personal Disciple sect.
Both of them stepped onto the stage; both were level 59 Soul King.
The Flame Leopard Sect disciple frowned when he saw Ning Cheng.
"Are you... sure you want to fight me?"
"Indeed, I am Ning Cheng, a direct disciple of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect." The young man clasped his hands in a salute.
The Flame Leopard Sect disciple's lips twitched. "You Mutated Martial Soul?"
"No," Ning Cheng displayed the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Tower, "If there is any mutation, I cannot become a direct disciple."
The Flame Leopard Sect disciple remained silent, scrutinized the man for a long time, and then shook his head.
Alright, alright, I'll go easy on you later, just beat you off the stage.
The other side has delicate skin and flesh; if they really fight hard, it could result in someone's death.
"Alright," the Flame Leopard Sect disciple sighed, "I'll go easy on you, don't cry out in pain."
With both sides in position, he set off first!
Possessed by the Flame Leopard, his body suddenly shot up!
His muscles were bulging with veins, and his hands extended sharp claws!
However, instead of rushing towards Ning Cheng, he lowered his center of gravity and slid to the side.
Since the opponent was a support type, he planned to test them first to see if they could withstand the attack, lest he actually cripple them.
But as he circled behind, Ning Cheng slid out Three-Eyed Icefire Guns from her right sleeve.
Without the slightest hesitation, he pulled the trigger.
Boom!!!
The energy projectile pierced the barrel, trailing a tail of ice and fire.
"Is that really the case?" The Flame Leopard Sect disciple shook his head.
He wasn't in a hurry and kept dodging.
The bullets scattered, but none hit him.
"If that's all there is to it, you can step down now, or I'll come up and beat you up."
But Ning Cheng remained calm and unhurried, even taking out the Zhuge Soul Tool Crossbow and firing it twice.
The Flame Leopard Sect disciples sighed and had no choice but to take action.
With a powerful leap, he transformed into a blur and charged straight at Ning Cheng!
The speed advantage of the Flame Leopard was now on full display.
A distance of a dozen or so meters, covered in the blink of an eye!
Ning Cheng didn't even have time to react before her claws tore through the air!
"Oh no!" Someone in the audience covered their eyes.
Even with its claws held back, they were enough to make Ning Cheng cough up blood and lose consciousness!
However, just as the claw was about to touch Ning Cheng—
Buzz!!!
A cyan light barrier is activated to protect Ning Cheng!
The claws struck the light barrier, but were deflected!
The Flame Leopard Sect disciple's arm went numb, and he couldn't help but shake it!
"What the hell?!" he exclaimed in horror.
The Flame Leopard Sect Master stood up, his chair overturned in the process!
"What... what is that?"
Ning Cheng's white robe was as clean as ever, and there wasn't even a drop of sweat on his forehead.
He calmly raised the Three-Eyed Icefire Guns and aimed it at the Flame Leopard Sect disciple.
"A defensive Soul Tool, the Azure Eagle Divine Shield, invented by the Night Alliance Leader."
The disciples of the Flame Leopard Sect felt a chill run down their spines upon hearing the name.
Damn it, I knew the Night Alliance Leader wasn't saying anything.
The relationship is waiting to be developed!
But sect honor came first, so he gritted his teeth and charged forward again!
The Flame Leopard's ferocity was unleashed, and he no longer cared about stopping, unleashing his full Martial Soul!
"Fifth Soul Skill, Blazing Sky-Splitting Claw!"
Sharp claws unleashed fiery blades, crisscrossing into a net.
The burning and tearing sensation was so intense that even a defensive Soul King would be injured if he took the hit head-on!
However, Ning Cheng neither dodged nor avoided the situation.
The Azure Eagle Divine Shield lit up again, intercepting all the fire blades!
Sizzle sizzle!
Cracks have been cut into the surface of the light curtain!
But!
It's not broken!
Ning Cheng leisurely aimed from behind the light screen!
Boom!
Boom!
Boom!
Because they were too close, the Flame Leopard Sect disciples had no way to dodge!
He was hit several times, his skin and flesh were charred, and he could only try to dodge, but to no avail.
Blood splattered from his right shoulder, his left leg was frozen by frost, and he staggered and fell.
"Damn it!" The Flame Leopard Sect disciples grew increasingly anxious and confused as they fought.
Soul Power was being depleted like a flood, yet the Azure Eagle Divine Shield remained steadfast.
He watched helplessly as his Soul Power dwindled, while the young man opposite him remained calm and composed.
What's infuriating is that the match isn't over yet.
However, the calm one turned out to be the one on the other side!
Even if he used all his skills, he couldn't break through the defense.
In the end, his opponent took the initiative to close in, pushed him to the edge of the ring, and slammed him down.
Ning Cheng put down the Three-Eyed Icefire Guns, bowed to him, and said, "You flatter me."
The Azure Eagle Divine Shield completely overturned everyone's understanding.
Previously, Soul Tool were all offensive.
Now, however, a defensive type that can be used for self-defense has appeared!
And it works so well!
The Flame Leopard Sect disciple stepped down from the stage, his face full of remorse, and moved to stand before the sect leader.
"I'm sorry, Sect Master, I've let you down."
"Did you underestimate them?"
"No?"
"No? If you didn't, how did you lose?"
The disciples of the Flame Leopard Sect were speechless.
"This competition is clearly an old man toying with a child!"
You don't even have the slightest chance of beating him!
The Flame Leopard Sect disciple looked aggrieved.
Even though he doesn't seem to underestimate his opponent, he doesn't have a chance of winning!
That damn Xiao Bai, he's pretending to be weak...
Waaaaah!
Tears welled up in his eyes.
The Flame Leopard Sect Master's face was ashen as he stared intently at the Azure Eagle Divine Shield.
He finally understood why Ning Fengzhi was so fearless!
This thing is practically a second life for support-type Soul Master!
He clenched his fists and looked at the disciple who was originally scheduled to go on stage.
Can they win against a turtle shell that can't be broken?
After a moment of silence, the Flame Leopard Sect Master gritted his teeth and declared, "My sect concedes defeat!"
But no one paid attention to him; all eyes were on Ye Hua.
Ye Hua smiled, "As you all just saw, the Azure Eagle Divine Shield is a level four defensive Soul Tool."
"This is one of the first achievements of the Soul Tool Academy, designed specifically for support-type Soul Master."
"With it, anyone below the Soul Emperor level, within the same rank, cannot break through unless their Soul Power is exhausted!"
As soon as the words were spoken, many support-type Soul Master became restless.
"The price isn't high, but it's slightly more expensive than the Three-Eyed Icefire Guns."
"Furthermore, the Soul Tool Academy is under preparation and will recruit students from across the continent."
"Those who intend to apply can start preparing."
This time, not even a Soul Master could sit still!
He's actually going to teach how to make Soul Tool?
hiss--
What a huge impact this would have on armies that still primarily rely on swords, spears, and crossbows!
Moreover, with the innovation of Soul Tool, they will only become stronger. Will Soul Master really not be overwhelmed by Soul Tool?
At that moment, everyone clearly realized—
The era of Soul Tool has truly arrived!
The Flame Leopard Sect Master slumped into his seat, looking dejected.
He originally intended to step on the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to rise to power.
In the end, his attempt to steal a chicken backfired, and he ended up giving Ye Hua free publicity.
Bibi Dong narrowed her eyes slightly as she watched the dust settle.
No, it's still half an hour before she expected it!
This half hour is crucial to the success or failure of the plan!
Fortunately, someone offered me a pillow when I was sleepy.
Just as the rankings were about to be finalized, someone suddenly jumped out.
"Wait!"
Its voice was booming and its momentum was magnificent.
The crowd followed the voice and saw that it was the Wasp Sect.
He didn't waste any time and went straight for the Clear Sky Sect!
"I refuse to accept this."