Yu Tianheng's expression grew increasingly grim.
Dugu Yan had spoken up for Chen Feng earlier, which had already made Yu Tianheng deeply uncomfortable.
Now he had witnessed the two of them being so intimate with his own eyes.
The emotions pent up in his chest could no longer be calmed.
"It has nothing to do with me?"
"Yan, don't forget the engagement between our families!"
Dugu Yan furrowed her brows.
"That was only the elders' intention."
"I never agreed to it."
Yu Tianheng took several steps forward.
Blue lightning spread from his shoulders, turning the fallen leaves around him black and charred.
"Chen Feng is stronger than me, so you've taken a liking to him?"
"Yu Tianheng, stop talking nonsense."
Dugu Yan stepped in front of Chen Feng.
"This isn't what you think it is."
Seeing the purple-haired woman actively standing in front of him, Yu Tianheng's expression completely darkened.
"Again."
"Last time we fought, you stood on Chen Feng's side."
"And now, you're still protecting Chen Feng."
Chen Feng stepped forward.
"If you have something to say, say it."
"If not, move aside."
Yu Tianheng looked at Chen Feng.
The scene of his previous defeat resurfaced in his mind.
The Azure Lotus Sword had used only its third soul skill to crush the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon martial soul head-on.
That defeat had cost Yu Tianheng all his pride.
But it had also allowed him to break through his bottleneck.
After returning to the training room, he had gone into seclusion for several consecutive days.
The Dragon Transformation of his Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon martial soul had reached a new level.
"Chen Feng."
"Fight me again."
Dugu Yan immediately spoke up.
"Yu Tianheng, you've already lost once."
"There's no point in continuing."
Yu Tianheng ignored Dugu Yan.
"I wasn't prepared last time."
"These past few days, I've completed a new Dragon Transformation."
"I'm completely different from before."
Chen Feng glanced at Yu Tianheng.
The soul power within Yu Tianheng's body was indeed more condensed.
Though his soul power had not increased much in just a few days, the aura of his martial soul had changed noticeably.
"You're still no match for me."
That simple sentence made Yu Tianheng clench his fists.
"Whether I'm a match for you or not, we'll know after we fight!"
Violent soul power erupted instantly.
A phantom of a blue thunder dragon rose behind Yu Tianheng.
Two yellow and two purple Soul Rings appeared in succession.
Dazzling lightning illuminated the entire forest in an instant.
Dugu Yan wanted to stop them, but Chen Feng had already raised a hand to signal her.
"Since you want to lose again, I'll grant you your wish."
Lightning blazed in Yu Tianheng's eyes.
"This time, I'll show you the true power of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon!"
The third purple Soul Ring lit up.
"Third Soul Skill, Thunderous Fury!"
The power of thunder surged rapidly.
The sleeve on Yu Tianheng's right arm exploded first.
Dense blue dragon scales spread upward from the back of his hand, while his five fingers transformed into thick dragon claws.
Then, the sleeve on his left arm shattered as well.
A second dragon claw rapidly took shape.
The transformation did not stop.
Large patches of blue dragon scales crawled over his shoulders and continued spreading toward his chest.
Yu Tianheng's upper body became more robust, and a dark-blue dragon mark appeared at the center of his chest.
Both arms.
Shoulders.
Chest.
All of them had completed Dragon Transformation!
Violent lightning continued to explode.
The extent of Yu Tianheng's Dragon Transformation far surpassed that of last time.
His two thick dragon claws were covered in blue scales, while the dark-blue dragon mark on his chest flashed continuously.
"Before transforming all four limbs, I've completed the transformation of both arms and my chest."
"This time, I will never lose again!"
The fourth purple Soul Ring lit up.
"Fourth Soul Skill, Raging Thunder Fist!"
Blue lightning gathered into an enormous fist imprint, snapping trees one after another along its path.
Facing the raging thunder charging directly at him, Chen Feng merely raised his right hand.
The Azure Lotus Sword appeared on its own.
Three purple and one black Soul Ring rose beneath his feet.
His fiftieth-level soul power was unleashed without reservation.
The fallen leaves in the forest froze in midair at the same time.
Yu Tianheng's pupils abruptly contracted.
"Level fifty?"
"You've reached the Soul King Realm?"
Dugu Yan was likewise stunned where she stood.
A few days ago, Chen Feng had only been level forty-seven.
In just a few short days, he had broken through three levels in a row and reached level fifty.
What shocked them even more was that Chen Feng had yet to obtain his fifth Soul Ring.
That meant level fifty was not the end.
Once he absorbed a Soul Ring, his strength would certainly continue to grow.
Chen Feng pointed forward with two fingers.
"Go."
The Azure Lotus Sword transformed into a golden-blue streak of light and pierced straight through the thunder fist imprint.
The lightning filling the sky split apart.
Before Yu Tianheng could even change moves, the Azure Lotus Sword had stopped before his brow.
Less than half an inch remained between the sword tip and his skin.
The Raging Thunder Fist completely dissipated.
The dragon scales on both his arms rapidly receded as well.
Yu Tianheng stood frozen in place.
"I lost again."
"This time, I couldn't even withstand one move."
Chen Feng raised a hand and beckoned.
The Azure Lotus Sword circled the forest once before returning to his palm.
Only then did the suspended leaves around them continue falling.
"Your new Dragon Transformation is indeed much stronger than before."
"Unfortunately, it's still not enough."
Yu Tianheng lowered his head and looked at his restored hands.
Before this fight, he had still harbored the thought of defeating Chen Feng.
Now, that faint thought had completely vanished.
There was already an enormous gap between level forty-three and level fifty.
Not to mention that Chen Feng possessed a ten-thousand-year fourth Soul Ring, and the quality of his martial soul far surpassed ordinary tool martial souls.
"A loss is a loss."
Yu Tianheng raised his head and solemnly cupped his fists.
"Chen Feng, I offended you earlier."
"From today onward, Yu Tianheng acknowledges you."
Dugu Yan stood beside them, and the tension on her face gradually faded.
"I already told you that you weren't Chen Feng's match."
Yu Tianheng glanced at Dugu Yan.
That kiss from earlier still lingered in his mind.
Yet after suffering this defeat, the obsession in his heart had instead weakened considerably.
"With such talent and such strength, he truly surpasses Yu Tianheng by far."
"It's not strange for Yan to choose Chen Feng."
Yu Tianheng fell silent for a moment before suddenly speaking.
"Chen Feng, may I ask you something?"
"Go ahead."
"Your talent is so powerful, yet you've never indulged in romantic feelings."
"Is that why you cultivate so quickly?"
Dugu Yan's cheeks instantly flushed.
"Yu Tianheng, what nonsense are you talking about?"
Chen Feng put away the Azure Lotus Sword and casually adjusted his sleeves.
"With no woman in my heart, my sword naturally becomes divine."
Those simple words left Yu Tianheng stunned for a long while.
Dugu Yan lightly bit her red lips.
"You accepted my token of thanks just now, and now you have no woman in your heart?"
Chen Feng looked at the purple-haired woman before him.
"A token of thanks is a token of thanks."
"Cultivation is cultivation."
The admiration in Yu Tianheng's eyes grew even stronger.
"So that's how it is."
"To completely separate emotions from cultivation, no wonder Chen Feng reached level fifty at this age."
"This is the mindset of a true powerhouse."
Dugu Yan's mouth twitched.
"Just what exactly did you realize?"
Yu Tianheng did not explain.
Besides challenging Chen Feng, he had another important matter to attend to.
"Oh, right. The three education committee members have decided that you will serve as captain of the Imperial Academy team for the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament."
"The academy will open all of its best resources to the team."
"All members of the Imperial Dou Team will also cooperate with your arrangements."
Chen Feng looked at Yu Tianheng.
"Aren't you the captain?"
"Under normal circumstances, I'll still handle the team's affairs."
"But when we compete in the tournament, you'll be the captain."
When this matter was brought up, Yu Tianheng showed no resistance.
"With your strength, the Imperial Dou Team can go even further."
"Even against Spirit Hall's Golden Generation, we would have the strength to fight."
Dugu Yan nodded lightly.
"I agree."
Chen Feng did not refuse.
The Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament would gather geniuses from every side.
If he wanted to keep the chat group active, this tournament was the perfect stage.
"Alright."
Joy immediately appeared on Yu Tianheng's face.
"With you leading the team, the Imperial Academy may not be unable to contend for this tournament's championship."
Several days later.
Outside Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
Flender led the Shrek group up the broad mountain road.
Tall buildings stood against the mountainside.
Dense soul power filled the entire forest.
Mimetic training grounds were scattered throughout the academy, and most of the passing students were lavishly dressed.
Oscar was dazzled by the sight.
"So this is Heaven Dou Royal Academy?"
"Compared to this place, Shrek is far too inferior."
Ma Hongjun looked around.
"The place is huge, there are so many students, and even the female students are this pretty."
"If I'd known Heaven Dou Royal Academy was so good, I should've come earlier."
Dai Mubai stared at several noble young women in the distance, his evil eyes brimming with interest.
"The Imperial Academy only accepts nobles."
"Of course the girls here can't be compared to those in Soto City."
When Xiao Wu heard the two talking, a trace of disgust appeared in her eyes.
Dai Mubai spent every day chasing after women.
Ma Hongjun also constantly talked about his evil fire.
She had never thought much about it before, merely assuming it was part of their personalities.
But after joining the chat group, those actions only made Xiao Wu feel sick.
Ning Rongrong walked at the back of the group.
Her light green dress swayed softly in the mountain breeze, accentuating her fair, delicate skin.
Her exquisite face drew many sidelong glances from Imperial Academy students.
However, Ning Rongrong paid no attention to her surroundings.
"Brother Chen Feng is here too."
"The group leader also said that Brother Chen Feng would handle the matter of the Icefire Yin-Yang Well."
"Could Brother Chen Feng have already met Dugu Yan?"
Thinking of this, Ning Rongrong quickened her pace considerably.
The academy's board of education soon sent people to receive them.
Yu Xiaogang, Flender, and the others were directly invited to the board hall.
The Shrek group remained outside, waiting for arrangements.
Not long after.
A purple figure emerged from the forest path.
Dugu Yan had just finished her mimetic training and was preparing to head to the team's rest area.
Her tight purple leather outfit outlined her slender waist.
Her long, shapely legs were wrapped in black stockings, gleaming softly beneath the sunlight.
Her long purple hair cascaded behind her shoulders, and her emerald eyes carried a uniquely seductive beauty.
Ma Hongjun stared until his eyes went wide.
"Boss Dai, coming to the Imperial Academy really wasn't a waste."
Dai Mubai tidied his golden hair and walked straight toward her.
"Beautiful lady, how about getting acquainted?"
Dugu Yan stopped walking.
"Move."
Ma Hongjun stepped forward as well.
"Don't be in such a hurry to leave."
"We'll all be students of the same academy from now on. There's nothing wrong with chatting a little."
Dugu Yan frowned deeply.
Emerald poison was already gathering at her fingertips.
Before she could release her Jade Phosphor Serpent martial soul, a streak of blue lightning suddenly flashed from the side.
Bang!
Ma Hongjun was sent flying straight away, smashing into a distant tree trunk.
Dai Mubai had only just turned around when a fist covered in dragon scales slammed into his chest.
Overwhelming power erupted.
Before his Evil-Eyed White Tiger martial soul could possess him, he was sent skidding more than ten meters across the ground.
Yu Tianheng stood before Dugu Yan.
Lightning danced around his right arm, blue dragon scales covering his fist.
"Where did these pieces of trash come from?"
"You dare harass Yan at the Imperial Academy?"
Dai Mubai rose while clutching his chest.
"Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon martial soul?"
"You're Yu Tianheng?"
Yu Tianheng did not answer.
Ma Hongjun climbed up from beneath the tree, baring his teeth in pain.
"So what if it's the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon?"
"What kind of skill is a sneak attack?"
Yu Tianheng took a step forward.
A phantom blue thunder dragon rose behind him.
Four Soul Rings appeared at once.
"Level forty-three, an assault-type Battle Soul Ancestor."
"If you refuse to accept this, you can come at me together."
Dai Mubai's expression changed.
He was only level thirty-seven.
Ma Hongjun was only in his twenties.
Even if they joined forces, they could not possibly defeat a Soul Ancestor with the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon martial soul.
Tang San stepped forward a few paces.
"Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river."
"You rely on your higher soul power to bully people your own age. Isn't that going too far?"
Yu Tianheng turned to look at Tang San.
"They harassed Yan, and they still think they're in the right?"
"If Chen Feng found out that you dared touch his woman, those two punches just now would not have been so light."
Dugu Yan's pretty face instantly turned crimson at those words.
"Yu Tianheng, who is Chen Feng's woman?"
Yu Tianheng looked serious.
"Yan, I saw everything that happened just now."
"There's no need to hide it."
"Chen Feng is powerful, and his talent is unmatched. It's perfectly normal for you to choose him."
Dugu Yan wished she could immediately find somewhere to hide.
That kiss had only been to thank Chen Feng for helping her.
Now that Yu Tianheng had said it publicly, its nature had completely changed.
"Chen Feng?"
Ning Rongrong hurried out from the back of the group.
Her beautiful face was filled with shock.
"Are you talking about Chen Feng from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?"
Yu Tianheng nodded.
"Other than Chen Feng, who else could make Yu Tianheng willingly submit?"
Ning Rongrong's breathing caught.
"Brother Chen Feng is really at the Imperial Academy?"
"Where is Brother Chen Feng now?"
Such an anxious reaction left the Shrek group looking at one another.
Oscar looked at Ning Rongrong, and bitterness immediately filled his heart.
Since joining Shrek, Ning Rongrong had never cared so much about any man.
Before this Chen Feng had even shown himself, he had already robbed Ning Rongrong of her usual calm.
Tang San frowned slightly.
"Who is Chen Feng?"
Ning Rongrong immediately turned around.
"Brother Chen Feng is Grandpa Sword's grandson, and he is also the most outstanding genius of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
Ma Hongjun clutched his stomach and could not help laughing.
"The most outstanding genius?"
"How formidable could he be?"
"That Yu Tianheng was so arrogant just now, yet when Chen Feng was mentioned, he looked like he wanted to kneel on the spot."
Dai Mubai wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, his face full of contempt.
"The direct heir of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan is actually so respectful toward someone from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
"It seems this so-called number one beast martial soul in the world is nothing special."
Lightning flickered in Yu Tianheng's eyes.
"You people think you're worthy of judging Chen Feng?"
Ma Hongjun pointed at Yu Tianheng.
"What, you don't accept that?"
"Bring that Chen Feng out here."
"Boss Dai alone can deal with him."
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