(Third update)
After fighting their way into the finals with great difficulty, Blazing Fire Academy raised both hands and forfeited the moment they encountered Shrek Academy. For Blazing Fire Academy's team leader, this was undoubtedly a painful choice, but it also sparked much controversy.
"Hiss, what background does that Shrek Academy have? They actually forced Blazing Fire Academy to surrender before the match even began?"
"Brother, are you from the Star Dou Empire?"
"Yeah, what about it?"
"Then you don't know. A dark horse emerged from the Heaven Dou Empire division in this tournament—Shrek Academy. They've never lost a match since their debut."
"Hiss... no way, they're that strong? How come I've never heard of them before?"
"Well, you've heard of them now."
"..."
Blazing Fire Academy had an impressive background. It was an Advanced Soul Master Academy supported by the Fire Leopard Sect and enjoyed considerable fame across the continent. Their withdrawal undoubtedly thrust Shrek Academy into the spotlight.
Faced with all those uncertain, astonished gazes, Flender felt as though he were floating.
The leaders of the various academies present were all at least Rank 60, renowned powerhouses in their respective nations. Being able to cause such a stir among them was something Flender had never dared imagine in the past.
Flender did not even know how he made his way back to the academy's designated resting area. Everything felt unreal, and he seemed to be walking on air. Only when Ma Hongjun kicked him from behind, nearly making him fall, did he come back to his senses.
Flender turned back and glared at Ma Hongjun. Knowing he had made a mistake, Ma Hongjun immediately shrank his neck and let his gaze wander.
If he had not been in such a good mood today, Flender might very well have