Seeing that Zhengtian Academy was completely on the defensive, especially Xiao Hongchen, whose entire body transformed into countless cannons, attacking with extreme speed and giving them no chance to coordinate.
After Yu Mengdi blocked the artillery fire with his longsword, he gritted his teeth, and his Third Soul Ring flashed. Golden flames rose rapidly, and the shadow of Six-Winged Angel appeared behind him. Especially under this shadow, Yu Mengdi seemed to be bathed in gold. This was his Third Soul Skill: Angel's Blessing, which could double his attack power.
Immediately afterward, Yu Mengdi's Fifth Soul Ring lit up, and at the same time, a loud shout rang out, "Angel, God-Sealing Slash!"
Yu Mengdi fused her two swords together, and the sharp sword light transformed into a huge blade of light, ten meters long and three meters wide, rushing straight towards the Sun Moon Team. Judging from the power of this attack, it was in no way inferior to the attack of an ordinary Soul Emperor.
Unfortunately, just as the attack was about to hit the Sun Moon Team, Ma Rulong suddenly had a shield about half a meter in diameter in his hand. The surface of the shield was covered with ancient patterns. The moment Ma Rulong injected his Soul Power, the energy on the entire shield surface expanded rapidly, transforming into a huge shield that blocked the front of the entire team.
This is Level 7 Soul Tool: the Shield of Stability. Ma Rulong's process from taking out the Shield of Stability to using it was as smooth as flowing water, taking only a second, just like using his own hands and feet.
Yu Mengdi's Angel God-Sealing Slash the Shield of Stability head-on, causing the entire shield to vibrate violently and even revealing a terrifying blade-like edge. However, the shield ultimately managed to block the Angel God-Sealing Slash.
Taking advantage of the opportunity presented by the Shield of Stability separating the two sides, Ye Wuqing's Fifth Soul Ring flashed, his aura changed dramatically, and he slowly raised his golden left hand, palm facing the sky, as if he wanted to grasp the sky.
On this pitch-black Fifth Soul Ring, specks of golden light shone brightly. All the golden light quickly flew up, forming a golden light curtain. Then, these golden specks transformed into one Golden Leaf after another. These Golden Leaf were slightly smaller than Ye Wuqing's Martial Soul, but their number was extremely terrifying. Thousands of Golden Leaf began to rotate rapidly around his body, and the entire arena was transformed into a golden scene.
This is Ye Wuqing's Fifth Soul Skill: Dance of the Golden Leaf. When Ye Wuqing unleashes it at full power, its strength is no less than that of an ordinary Soul Emperor.
Seeing that everyone in the Sun Moon Team was enveloped by the endless Golden Leaf, the others also activated their Soul Ring rapidly in that instant, unleashing their strongest Soul Skill with all their might. Clearly, this was Ye Wuqing's desperate effort to secure a slim chance of victory for everyone.
Xue Lang transformed into a black wolf shadow, Yan'er became a towering pillar of fire, Yang Yifan gripped a dagger, moved with incredible speed, and unleashed a beam of light. Even Yu Mengdi and Tang Xiaolei, disregarding their previous exhaustion, unleashed their Soul Skill with all their might, attempting to attack the Sun Moon Team.
Just when everyone thought the Sun Moon Team would be overwhelmed, Ma Rulong suddenly leaped up, golden light flashing in his hand, and a golden shield instantly expanded, enveloping even Xu Zhengyang and the others.
This was Invincible Shield Ma Rulong had prepared long ago. It was also an Invincible Shield Invincible Shield, but Ma Rulong's was Level 6 Soul Tool, and with his Soul Emperor level cultivation, it could be maintained for a full five seconds. You should know that the Soul King level Lone Bamboo Sword could only last for three seconds.
Before Zhengtian Academy could react, the Soul Tool in Ma Rulong's hand changed instantly, transforming into multiple cannon barrels. A pale blue ray shot out rapidly, directly targeting the six people. Ye Wuqing and the others felt a tingling sensation in their bodies, as if they were out of control.
Immediately afterwards, the cannon barrel in Ma Rulong's hand changed again, and a beam shot out once more, producing a deafening roar. The terrifying explosion occurred in the center of Ye Wuqing Ye Wuqing the others, who seemed to be instantly blasted away by the shockwave.
At this moment, Ma Rulong displayed his talent as a Soul Engineer. In a short instant, he rapidly switched between multiple Soul Tool in his hands and used them continuously. The process was as smooth as flowing water, without any gaps or sense of unfamiliarity.
In particular, Ma Rulong used the Level 6 Soul Tool Paralysis Ray, the Level 6 Soul Tool High-Explosive Bomb, and the Level 7 Soul Tool Shield of Stability in succession without any abnormality, as if he were manipulating his own hands and feet.
The instant the Level 6 Soul Tool High-Explosive Bomb exploded, Xiao Hongchen and the others seized the opportunity and quickly unleashed various artillery attacks in coordination.
Even though Ye Wuqing and the others from the Zhengtian Academy resisted with all their might, they were quickly surrounded and hit by various artillery fire, and one by one they fell off the stage.
When the scene returned to calm, the Sun Moon Team was still standing in the same spot, but the entire Zhengtian Academy had fallen, and even the referee seemed extremely surprised.
Keep in mind that the entire battle lasted only three minutes from start to finish. This was an elimination tournament for advanced Soul Master Academy, and Zhengtian Academy was no weakling either. The fact that they couldn't even last three minutes in a team battle was truly terrifying.
The other teams looked at the Sun Moon Team as if they were monsters, especially Ma Rulong, the captain of the Sun Moon Team who was making his debut.
Ma Rulong's skill in using Soul Tool was outrageous. The whole process was as smooth as flowing water, as if he could immediately use whatever he wanted. It was like displaying a work of art.
Especially considering that Ma Rulong is both Soul Emperor and Level 6 Soul Engineer, countless people were filled with despair. With Ma Rulong's team battle style, who could possibly deal with the Sun Moon Team?
Even Shrek's team leaders Wang Yan and Zhou Yi, appeared extremely serious at this moment. Ma Rulong's use of Soul Tool was the most talented Soul Engineer they had ever seen. His combat proficiency was even comparable to that of the Level 8 Soul Engineer, Fan Yu, which was simply unbelievable.
This battle didn't look like a decisive battle, but rather like an exhibition match, especially for Ma Rulong, who seemed to be putting on a solo show as a Soul Engineer.
Huo Yuhao, being a beginner in Soul Engineer, asked He Caitou, who was standing beside him.
" Caitou, is this Ma Rulong very powerful?"
He Caitou's face showed a hint of bitterness. " Yuhao, this is no longer a matter of whether he's strong or not. Whether it's combat experience, the use of Soul Tool, or even his combat instincts, I think Ma Rulong has reached the pinnacle of Soul Master of the same level. I'm afraid even Sister Xiaotao might not be his match. Someone who can use Soul Tool to this extent is probably no less skilled than my teacher."
Huo Yuhao's expression changed. "How is this possible? Teacher Fan Yu is Level 8 Soul Engineer, while this Ma Rulong is only Level 6 Soul Engineer?"
He Caitou shook his head. "This isn't a matter of Soul Engineer level, but rather the use of Soul Tool. I find Ma Rulong's talent unimaginable. It's as if he himself is an extremely precise machine, making no mistakes in the process, and using each Soul Tool very smoothly. I even suspect that those Level 7 Soul Tool he possesses were probably made by himself."
"Only a self-made Soul Tool can be used so skillfully, but for Level 6 Soul Engineer to be able to make Level 7 Soul Tool is simply unbelievable."
Ma Xiaotao, who was standing nearby, seemed to have heard this and started hitting He Caitou on the head.
" He Caitou, is that how you say it? This Ma Rulong is only level 65, while I am Level 67. I am enough to deal with him by myself."
He Caitou hurriedly begged for mercy, "Sister Xiaotao, spare my life! Of course you are more powerful. How could a mere Level 6 Soul Engineer be your match?"
Just as Ma Xiaotao was about to continue speaking, Ma Xiaotao Wang Yan her.
" Xiaotao, don't be so presumptuous. This Ma Rulong is really strong. Even if you go all out against him, your chances of winning are probably only fifty percent. This guy is simply a born Soul Engineer."
" The Sun Moon Empire's research on Soul Tool is far too advanced. They already have a much more sophisticated Soul Engineer system. In this respect, Shrek is far behind. Ma Rulong is probably the strongest genius the Sun Moon Empire has had in a century. Besides Ma Rulong, the Sun Moon Empire also has an even younger one, Xiao Hongchen. It seems that our development of Soul Tool will be difficult in the future."
Everyone fell silent upon hearing this, and Huo Yuhao seemed to have thought of something.
"Teacher, I think this Xu Zhengyang is a bit strange. I feel like he's both Control Department Soul Engineer and a Battle Soul Master, especially after the combat power he just displayed. I'm not sure how strong he really is."
Wang Yan nodded. "Indeed, I feel the same way. Although Xiao Hongchen also cultivates both Martial Soul and Soul Engineer, Xu Zhengyang's physical attributes are a bit exaggerated. In terms of reaction speed, I think he's more like Battle Soul Master."
Huo Yuhao quickly asked, "Teacher, could it be that this Xu Zhengyang is also a dual cultivator of Soul Master and Soul Engineer?"
Wang Yan said, "Only this possibility makes sense. I never thought that the Sun Moon Empire would ultimately be ahead of us. Even this Ma Rulong has the makings of Battle Soul Master."
"Moreover, they didn't show their true strength from beginning to end. Zhengtian Academy is considered a strong team, yet they couldn't even put up a fight. It's unbelievable."
On the stage, as the referee announced the results, the Sun Moon Team emerged victorious in the elimination rounds. Next up were the individual matches and the 2-2-3 strategy.
Ye Wuqing forced himself to stand up. " Xu Zhengyang, is this your strength? Although we lost this match, we won't give up easily in the next two."
Xu Zhengyang laughed and said, "It's just a match, there's no need to make such a fuss. Besides, you'll all be coming into contact with Soul Tool sooner or later."
Ye Wuqing gave a bitter smile and left the arena with no choice. He had thought he could have a good fight based on his strength, but he ended up suffering such a crushing defeat.
Xu Zhengyang and the others also returned to the Star Luo Grand Hotel. The elimination rounds consisted of only one match at a time, with a one-day rest period after each match. The results were determined only after all three matches were played. Of course, if someone won two matches in a row, they would win directly, and there would be no need to play the third match.
There were basically no upsets among the other teams. The Di'ao Academy and Star Luo Royal Academy Team also won easily. However, these two teams still held back. Jiang Peng, the captain of the Di'ao Academy, did not make a move, and Xu Jiujiu of the Star Luo Royal Academy also did not make a move.
However, in everyone's eyes, the Sun Moon Team had already shown their full strength. Captain Ma Rulong, who had been hiding for so long, had finally appeared and his strength was extremely impressive. The only one who hadn't appeared was substitute Meng Hongchen.
Regarding the only girl from the Sun Moon Team who didn't appear, the others didn't make any guesses. Judging from Meng Hongchen's appearance, she looked to be only fourteen or fifteen years old, so they guessed she was just there to broaden her horizons.
Xu Zhengyang wanted this effect. Meng Hongchen's ability is very special. She can have unexpected effects in team battles. If she releases the Vermilion-Eyed Ice Toad Toxin over a large area during a team battle, not to mention Soul King, even Soul Emperor could be affected if they are not careful.
In the original story, Meng Hongchen defeated many Shrek in succession. Even Dai Yueheng, a Soul Emperor, almost lost to Meng Hongchen. Now, Meng Hongchen's combat power is much stronger than in the original story.
The subsequent battle against the Zhengtian Academy was largely as expected. In the second individual match, Ma Rulong and Xiao Hongchen attacked in quick succession, eliminating Zhengtian Academy and advancing the Sun Moon Team to the quarterfinals of the Soul Master Tournament.
Their opponent in the quarterfinals was also a very ordinary team. The Sun Moon Team won two consecutive team battles and individual matches, and their opponents had no chance to fight back.