The Tournament Begins

A few days passed in the blink of an eye.

In the past few days, Wang Feng only visited Liu Erlong once because he was preparing for the competition.

Moreover, because of the upcoming competition, he probably won't have much time to see Liu Erlong and his daughter during this period.

Today, the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament, Heaven Dou Empire Division, officially kicks off.

Wang Feng's team, the Heaven Dou Royal Academy Martial Soul Team, has now been replaced by its second team for this preliminary round.

They could have directly advanced to the finals as a seeded team, but Wang Feng's suggestion to switch to the second team to hone their skills has been agreed upon.

Given Wang Feng and Dugu Yan's current strength, the higher-ups at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy weren't worried about them failing to qualify, which is why they agreed without hesitation.

On the opening Heaven Dou City tournament, countless spectators flocked to the venue, creating a lively and exciting atmosphere!

The only one who didn't come was Liu Erlong, who was looking after Wang Feng's daughter.

Meanwhile, Wang Feng, Dugu Yan, and the others had arrived early at the arena's rest room to await the start of the competition.

The remaining participating teams arrived at the competition venue.

After all the participating teams arrived, the host came to the central stage and gave a passionate opening speech before announcing that the 28 participating teams would enter the arena in turn. As a famous team in the Heaven Dou Empire, Wang Feng's Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team was naturally making its first appearance.

"First up is our team from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy. Please welcome them in!"

Amidst the host's loud shouts, Wang Feng, Dugu Yan, Ye Lingling, and the other three walked slowly out of the lounge and onto the field under the watchful eyes of the crowd.

"What's going on? Isn't that Yu Tianheng? I remember he was on a team, right? And what about Wang Feng, Dugu Yan, and the others? Aren't those seven on a team?"

"Shouldn't they be seeded and advance directly to the finals? Why are they in the qualifiers?"

"What's going on?!"

After recognizing Wang Feng, Dugu Yan Yu Tianheng, and others entering the arena, the audience cheered but also felt some confusion, while the participating teams, such as Shrek Academy and Skywater Academy, mostly changed their expressions.

As fellow participants in the qualifiers, they would naturally gather information about their opponents beforehand and secretly gather intelligence. The first team to enter should be the second team from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy.

But now they've become a team, so naturally they feel surprised and confused.

Moreover, the preliminary rounds originally only had five spots for the finals, and now that the first Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team is participating in the preliminary rounds, it undoubtedly adds pressure to these teams.

"As many of you have probably noticed, the first team to enter isn't the original second team, but the first team from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy Martial Soul Team. They were originally supposed to advance directly to the finals as a seeded team, but in order to improve team cohesion, gain more practical experience, and achieve better results for the Empire, they decided to give their guaranteed spot to the second team, and they will participate in the preliminary rounds as the second team."

Seeing the audience's confusion, the host spoke up to explain.

"How arrogant! They're trying to use us as sparring partners."

"They gave up their guaranteed spot in the seeded teams just to gain more practical experience and get the team cohesive. That's really underestimating us."

"Exactly, they're too arrogant and look down on people."

Some teams started cursing after hearing the host's words.

"Damn it, this is so disrespectful!"

Meanwhile, at the Blazing Fire Academy, a woman with fiery red hair, a pretty face, and a tall figure looked angrily at Wang Feng and his group below the battle platform.

She is Huo Wu.

"It is indeed a bit disrespectful and arrogant." Huo Wu, standing next to Huo Wushuang, was also somewhat angry upon seeing this.

Using them as sparring partners is something that would make anyone uncomfortable if they knew about it.

"They seem quite confident in their abilities, and that Wang Feng..." Shui Bing'er, one of the seven beauties from the Skywater Academy, said casually, looking at Wang Feng with interest.

She sensed a strange feeling from Wang Feng.

This feeling was very special, as if there was something about him that was attracting her.

Moreover, according to the information she had gathered, the fact that Wang Feng was able to become the captain of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team at such a young age meant that his strength remained a mystery. All she knew was that Yu Tianheng of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan was no match for Wang Feng.

The tall, long-legged beauty Shui Yue'er, standing next to Shui Bing'er, was initially angry when she saw Wang Feng and the others below, as they were indeed too arrogant. However, as she looked around, her gaze involuntarily focused on Wang Feng.

A strange feeling slowly filled her heart.

"Hmph, those arrogant guys from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, if it's our turn later, we'll definitely defeat them and let them know how powerful our Blue Sunshine Academy is." At this moment, the members of the Blue Sunshine Academy were also furious, their eyes full of disdain as they looked at Wang Feng and his group of seven.

"Wang Feng, this time I'll make you pay." In the Shrek Academy, Dai Mubai stared Lingling at Wang Feng, who was the center of attention.

He had been training with all his might during this period, and his strength was now vastly different from what it used to be.

Even if he encountered Wang Feng, he was confident that he could fight him, given his and Tang San's strength.

Then, after the host introduced each team, the teams from the Skywater Academy and Blazing Fire Academy entered the arena one by one.

Upon arriving on the battle stage, each team revealed resentment and indignation in their eyes when they saw Wang Feng and his seven companions standing in the center position.

Especially Huo Wu, who was tall, beautiful, and had a fiery Huo Wu, looked at Wang Feng and his group and wished she could rush up and fight Wang Feng immediately.

Shrek Academy, being a relatively unknown academy, is currently being disregarded.

After the host's introduction, Emperor Xue Ye of the Heaven Dou Empire gave an encouraging speech. Then, Salas, the Platinum Bishop the Spirit Hall, who was acting as a notary, stepped forward to conduct the first round of matching for all participating teams!

"Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team vs. Blue Sunshine Academy Team."

Soon, the opponents for each of the 28 teams were revealed, and Wang Feng's team was surprisingly placed in the first match, facing off against the Blue Sunshine Academy!

"I didn't expect we'd be the first to go on stage. But this Blue Sunshine Academy team doesn't seem very strong," Yufeng said nonchalantly.

"That's true, and they do seem to be quite old."

Because of their confidence in their own abilities, the Shi Mo brothers were somewhat unconcerned.

"Don't underestimate Blue Sunshine Academy. As far as I know, there are seven people in the Blue Sunshine Academy who can perform a powerful Seven-in-One Fusion Technique. Once this Soul Skill is unleashed, its power is exceptionally strong. Even you might be defeated. So you can't be careless when facing them." The teacher in charge quickly gave a warning when he saw the state of Yufeng and the others.

Wang Feng smiled calmly and said, "The Seven-in-One Fusion Technique from the Blue Sunshine Academy can indeed unleash powerful strength, but only if they can actually execute it."

Wang Feng also had some understanding of the Seven-in-One Integration, as well as the Seven-in-One Integration of the Blue Sunshine Academy.

Each release of this fusion technique requires a specific ritual, and performing this Seven-in-One Fusion Technique ritual takes quite a bit of time.

They might have succeeded against other people, but against Wang Feng, they had no chance at all.

"That's right. With our current strength, we can easily defeat Blue Sunshine Academy without even giving them a chance to show their skills," Dugu Yan Ye Lingling said confidently.

Moreover, she and Wang Feng were not unfamiliar with fusion techniques.

Because Wang Feng's Green Light Martial Soul has very strong compatibility, Wang Feng has also tried to cultivate and fuse it with Dugu Yan's Martial Soul, and has already achieved some results.

Meanwhile, at the Blue Sunshine Academy...

"Hmph, those arrogant guys from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy First Team, we'll teach them a lesson later and show them the power of our Blue Sunshine Academy."

"That's right, I hate these arrogant, condescending guys the most."

"We'll use that ability later and finish them off in a minute. We'll also show everyone the power of the Blue Sunshine Academy."

"Take care of them within one minute."

The seven students from the Blue Sunshine Academy, brimming with confidence, shouted in unison.

"The first match is between our renowned Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team and the Blue Sunshine Academy team. Both teams are extremely strong. Especially our Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team; from what I know, this year's class is the strongest ever. However, the Blue Sunshine Academy team doesn't seem weak either; I've heard they possess a powerful ability."

"So, what sparks will fly when these two powerful teams clash? Let's look forward to their battle."

"The Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team and Blue Sunshine Academy teams, 'Youqing Tian Dou,' come to the stage."

After the host's passionate announcement, both sides stepped onto the stage.

The clash between the two strong teams, Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team and Blue Sunshine Academy Team, drew cheers from the audience.

Wang Feng, Dugu Yan, and the others went up to the battle platform, still looking relaxed.

To be honest, even with the Blue Sunshine Academy, Wang Feng wouldn't need to lift a finger. With Dugu Yan's current poison and strength, she could easily defeat them.

It's important to know that after taking Dragon Tongue Kiss, Dugu Yan not only became incredibly strong, but her poison abilities also became unbelievably potent.

Furthermore, Dugu Bo spared no effort in imparting his knowledge of poisons to Dugu Yan Dugu Yan.

In conclusion, Dugu Yan, now at level 49, is far more powerful than anyone at the Soul Ancestor realm.

Even the Soul King wouldn't dare touch her poison for long.

When the seven people from the Blue Sunshine Academy saw Wang Feng and his companions' nonchalant expressions, their anger flared up.

"Your Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team is far too arrogant. I'll show you what the price of arrogance is!"

"That's right, let me show you the power of our Blue Sunshine Academy."

"Brothers, activate your Martial Soul!"

At the Blue Sunshine Academy's shout, seven glittering gems appeared in their hands.

"They're gem-type Martial Soul, and seven different ones at that!"

"Gemstone-type Martial Soul are already rare, and seven different ones are even rarer."

The seven students from the Blue Sunshine Academy released their Martial Soul at once, sparking much discussion among the audience.

At the Shrek Academy, Yu Xiaogang was also somewhat surprised when he saw these seven Martial Soul.

He seemed to know what was going to happen next.

"Activate your Martial Soul!"

Upon seeing the opponent release their Martial Soul, Wang Feng, as the team leader, shouted.

That's right, Wang Feng is currently the strongest in the Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team, so he is naturally the captain.

As soon as Wang Feng finished speaking, Dugu Yan's Jade Phosphorous Serpent Emperor, Yu Tianheng's Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon, and Ye Lingling's Martial Soul were released one after another. Although they did not release their Spirit Ring, the entire battle stage was still dazzlingly bright.

At this moment, a green light slowly rose from Wang Feng's hand.

"Haha, Green Light, does such a Martial Soul even exist?"

"This Martial Soul looks very weak; could it be a useless Trash Martial Soul?"

The seven students from the Blue Sunshine Academy sneered when they saw the Green Light in Wang Feng's hand.

"Green Light, this Martial Soul is so strange, it feels like it can steal your soul."

"Yeah, just one glance and my head started to feel hot."

When the audience saw Wang Feng's Martial Soul, they couldn't help but feel a strange sensation.

Meanwhile, at the Skywater Academy, as Shui Bing'er watched Wang Feng unleash his Martial Soul, a strange feeling returned to her.

She seemed to sense something about Wang Feng that was attracting her, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it.

"The Green Light Martial Soul, is that him?"

Above the main platform, Platinum Bishop Salas glanced at Wang Feng Wang Feng again upon seeing the Martial Soul he had released.

A few days ago, a message came from a certain lord in Spirit City, instructing him to pay close attention to Wang Feng and gather as much information about him as possible!

Now that he has met the person in question, Salas is also somewhat puzzled. How could this seemingly ordinary Martial Soul have attracted the attention of that person?

Could it be that there's some inside story he doesn't know, or perhaps this Wang Feng has some connection with that important person?

"Bishop Salas seems quite interested in this Wang Feng?" Ning Fengzhi, who was sitting to the side, noticed Salas staring at Wang Feng and asked with a smile and curiosity.

"I am indeed somewhat interested!" Salas smiled upon hearing this, neither denying it nor denying it.

If his guess is correct, Wang Feng must have caught the eye of that important person.

If that's the case, maybe he can get closer to Wang Feng.

"I know this Wang Feng. Bishop Salas, don't overthink it. His girlfriend is Dugu Yan, and he has a very good relationship with the girl who has the Nine Heart Begonia Martial Soul!"

Ning Fengzhi smiled upon hearing this, directly implying that the Spirit Hall was not suitable to recruit Wang Feng.

"Is that so? But is that really the case?" Salas's expression changed slightly upon hearing this, then he smiled smugly.

How could he not know about the relationship between Dugu Yan's grandfather Dugu Bo, and the Spirit Hall? He also knew about the Spirit Hall's pursuit of the Undying Sect. However, who knew what would happen if that important person took a liking to Wang Feng?

Ning Fengzhi smiled when he saw Salas's expression.

He knew about Wang Feng; Ning Rongrong had mentioned him to him quite a bit.

He possesses exceptional strength and talent, and is now the captain of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team. He had encountered him at the Shrek Academy and even hinted at inviting him to join the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, but nothing came of it.

"Brothers, one minute to take them down."

At this moment, the captain of the Blue Sunshine Academy shouted, signaling to use the Seven-in-One Fusion Technique to defeat the arrogant Wang Feng and his group in one minute.

"You'll settle this in one minute?"

Upon hearing this, Wang Feng smiled, Dugu Yan, Yu Tianheng, and the others also smiled.

"Since they want to finish this in a minute, then we'll grant their wish." Wang Feng said, shouting to the group, "Begin!"

Buzz~

As if receiving a command, Dugu Yan, Yu Tianheng, and the others instantly lit up a Spirit Ring.

"First Soul Skill, Thunderclap Dragon Claw."

"First Soul Skill, Jade Phosphor Blue Poison."

"First Soul Skill, Yufeng Strike."

Soul Skill: Soul Power Spiral Bullet.

In an instant, all seven members of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team unleashed their attacks, heading straight for the Blue Sunshine Academy.

"This is too reckless."

"That's right, they attacked directly, without any strategy whatsoever."

"Even support-type Soul Master are attacking; do the Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team members not understand combat tactics at all?"

The audience began to discuss the scene as they saw the Heaven Dou Royal Academy Martial Soul Team charge forward to attack.

Some of the teams watching the game didn't offer much guidance, but instead focused on observing the changes on the platform.

"Court death!"

The seven students from the Blue Sunshine Academy sneered upon seeing this.

They dared to charge in and attack recklessly; were they trying to interrupt them? But they were prepared.

But the next second, to the disbelief of the Blue Sunshine Academy members, Wang Feng Dugu Yan, who were originally dozens of meters away, suddenly appeared in their formation.

"How is this possible? How could you be so fast?" The students from the Blue Sunshine Academy stared at Wang Feng and Dugu Yan in astonishment.

Nothing is impossible.

The speed of Teleportation, the speed of Green Light —these were beyond their comprehension.

Wang Feng gave a shout and instantly attacked the seven people.

"Jade Phosphorous Purple Poison."

"Soul Power Spiral Bullet."

Dugu Yan also unleashed her poison and attack without hesitation.

Bang!!!

Faced with overwhelming power, all the fancy tricks are utterly useless.

The combined strength of Wang Feng, Dugu Yan, and the other four was enough to overwhelm the seven from the Blue Sunshine Academy, leaving them utterly powerless.

Soon, with a single move from each person, the seven students from the Blue Sunshine Academy were defeated and collapsed, severely injured.

"Is this for real?"

How could they be so powerful?

"How is it possible that the seven students from the Blue Sunshine Academy were completely powerless to fight back?"

Not even a minute has passed.

The host and the audience on the battlefield gasped in astonishment upon witnessing this scene.

Just as Blue Sunshine Academy said, it will end in one minute.

"They're actually that powerful?"

At the Blazing Fire Academy, Huo Wu glanced at Wang Feng in surprise.

"Was the ability he used Teleportation just now?" The sharp-eyed Shui Bing'er thought about Wang Feng's ability to instantly appear in the Blue Sunshine Academy's formation and began to ponder.

"What did that girl with the Nine Heart Begonia Martial Soul use just now? How could it be so powerful? Isn't she a support-type Soul Master?"

On the high platform, Ning Fengzhi realized that Ye Lingling, as a support-type Soul Master, should have used offensive Soul Skill. Moreover, wasn't the Nine Heart Begonia Martial Soul only capable of healing? The fact that she had unleashed an attack Soul Skill without releasing her Spirit Ring puzzled Ning Fengzhi. Furthermore, Ye Lingling, as a support-type Soul Master, charging directly into battle was completely illogical. In the Douluo Continent, it was common knowledge that support-type Soul Master stayed in the rear.

"Excellent, very good."

Xue Ye was very satisfied with the fact that the seven members of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy Team had instantly defeated Blue Sunshine Academy.

He could almost see this team making a name for themselves in the Spirit Hall in the future.

(I will briefly describe the qualifiers.)

(Two chapters today, each 5,000 words long)