Soul Master Tournament Ends, Champion Crowned

"Both sides, please prepare," the Red-Clothed Cardinal referee announced loudly.

The Blazing Fire Academy Team quickly widened the distance between them and took their planned positions. They were divided into two rows. In the center of the first row stood Huo Lei and Huo Wushuang. To Huo Lei's right were Feng Xiaotian and Huo Yu, while to Huo Wushuang's left were Huo Wu and Huo Yun. Huo Jun stood in the second row, behind Huo Lei.

The Spirit Hall Academy Team was likewise divided into two rows. The first row consisted of three five-ring Soul Kings, with Xie Yue in the center and Hu Liena and Yan on either side. Their four companions stood in the second row.

"Contestants from both sides, activate your martial souls." The referee's voice rang out.

The contestants on both sides released their respective martial souls almost simultaneously.

On the Blazing Fire Academy Team's side, there was one Soul King, five Soul Ancestors, and one Soul Elder.

On the Spirit Hall Academy Team's side, there were three Soul Kings and four Soul Ancestors.

All the contestants' Soul Rings had the optimal configurations. Judging solely by the number of Soul Rings, the Blazing Fire Academy was clearly at a disadvantage. But many factors determined victory or defeat, so it was still impossible to say who would win.

The contestants on both sides stared at each other, with neither intending to speak.

Seeing that the time was right, the referee announced the start of the match.

Huo Jun of the Blazing Fire Academy released his First Soul Skill, Sparks Like Silk, at the first opportunity, supporting Huo Lei.

Hu Liena of the Spirit Hall Academy Team immediately glided forward, reaching the very front of the formation. As she danced gracefully, a yellow Soul Ring spiraled out from