Not long after the exhibition match ended, in the meeting room reserved for the Heaven Dou Royal Academy team.
Zhao An, the teacher in charge of Heaven Dou Team One, stood at the front. His gaze swept over the seven main team members before him, including Lin Wan at the very front, as well as Yu Tianqing, Ning Zetian, and the others.
"Everyone, we've already defeated Star Luo in the exchange tournament." Zhao An's voice was steady. "But our next goal—and our most important goal—the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament, is not far off."
He paused before continuing, "To prepare for the tournament, the academy has devised a new special training plan for you after careful consideration."
The team members perked up and listened attentively.
"The plan is simple: actual combat, a great deal of high-intensity actual combat." Zhao An succinctly laid out the entire arrangement.
"We will form a team, led by me, leave Heaven Dou City, and travel to the major cities throughout the empire. Our route will circle the borders of the Heaven Dou Empire before ultimately returning to the imperial capital."
"And in every city, we will have only one task: participate in the local Great Soul Arena's team Soul Master battles! Through one real battle after another, we will hone your coordination and unleash your potential!" Zhao An emphasized.
Lin Wan showed no surprise at this arrangement.
Soul battles were within his expectations. They were indeed an excellent way to accumulate actual combat experience, earn some Gold Soul Coins, and even gain Reputation Points.
Battle intent flared in Yu Tianqing's eyes. Ning Zetian nodded slightly, while most of the other members also revealed eager expressions.
"You have three days to prepare," Zhao An said at last. "Gather at the academy gates at dawn