Gongyang Mo and the other two lowered their heads slightly and nodded, while the six from the Outer Court turned their gazes toward Gu Qingnian.
Gu Qingnian glanced at Wang Yan, who nodded as well. This time, they had mainly relied on Gu Qingnian. Otherwise, the Inner Court's losses would have been even worse.
"Everyone, get some rest. Once Gongyang Mo wakes up, we'll find somewhere else to recuperate. We'll head straight for Star Luo City at dawn tomorrow," Wang Yan said.
Huo Yuhao could not help asking, "Teacher Wang, are you really going to have us compete next?" This was also the question weighing most heavily on everyone else's minds.
Wang Yan looked somewhat bitter. "I'm afraid we have no other choice. Fortunately, Ma Xiaotao and the other two aren't seriously injured. Gongyang Mo will need about a month of recuperation to recover completely.
"Qingnian will step in as one of our main fighters. You'll have to represent us in the opening matches, but they'll still be our main fighting force."
"Teacher Wang Yan, can we really do it?" Huo Yuhao asked.
Of the seven Main Selection members, three could no longer compete, and one would be unable to compete for a while. Only three still had fighting strength left.
Without Gu Qingnian, their losses would have been worse, and Huo Yuhao's group of seven would have had to fill in. But now, not only had their losses been reduced, they also had Gu Qingnian. Their team now consisted of one Soul Emperor, three Soul Kings, and three Soul Ancestors.
Although the pressure had increased considerably, things were still manageable.
Wang Yan let out a deep sigh. "The responsibility for this setback lies with me. I failed to command you properly. Once we return to the academy, I'll answer