Without the slightest hesitation, and without even glancing at Tang San or his teammates, Zhu Zhuqing focused all her energy and spirit on one point.
A cold glint flashed in her clear eyes, and her Fourth Soul Ring suddenly lit up. Her delicate body transformed into a dark straight line in the air, almost impossible to see with the naked eye, so fast that it left a faint afterimage behind her!
Fourth Soul Skill: Nether Dreadclaw!
This time, however, she compressed the power of her Soul Skill to the extreme, no longer pursuing range, but concentrating all the penetrating and tearing power on the fingertips of her right hand!
At the same time, she did not use her External Soul Bone " Dark Gold Dreadclaw " to avoid being exposed, but the amplification and understanding of her claw-like attack instincts after the Soul Bone fusion still made the sharpness of this attack reach an astonishing level!
The target is the core of the Soul Power bond between Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun, who are currently merging, with their minds and Soul Power in a delicate connection and their defenses relatively weak!
"Laugh!!"
A soft yet teeth-grinding tearing sound rang out. Zhu Zhuqing's fingertips, imbued with the most concentrated Netherworld power, pierced with unparalleled precision the point where Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun's Soul Power resonated most intensely and was also the most unstable!
"Ugh!!"
"Snort!"
Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun simultaneously let out a muffled groan, their bodies trembling violently! The immense fusion power that was about to take shape suddenly spiraled out of control and rebounded like a punctured balloon!
The backlash from forcibly interrupting the Martial Soul Fusion caused both of them to feel as if they had been struck hard in the chest, their blood and qi churning, blood spilling from the corners of their mouths, and their faces instantly turning pale. The fusion process was completely interrupted!
The backlash caused a disruption in their Soul Power and a mental shock, leaving the two momentarily stunned and vulnerable.
"Now!" How could Tang San miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity? His eyes flashed with purple light, and he raised the " Zhuge Repeating Crossbow " in his hand once more, its mechanisms clicking rapidly!
A highly refined and dazzling arrow, as brilliant as a meteor, was aimed directly at Dai Weisi, whose defenses had been greatly weakened by the backlash and who was now frozen in place!
"Your Highness, be careful!" the other members of the Star Luo Royal Academy exclaimed, trying to come to the rescue, but were desperately blocked by the other members of Shrek.
Dai Weisi's pupils contracted, and in his haste, he only had time to raise his arms and gather his remaining Soul Power for defense.
"Bang!!!"
The arrow struck Dai Weisi's defenses hard, unleashing a blinding flash of light.
Although it failed to completely penetrate Dai Weisi's powerful Soul Power, the powerful impact and the penetrating nature of the arrow still made Dai Weisi's arms go numb, his blood surged again, and his defense was breached. He staggered backward, completely losing his balance and the ability to continue fighting.
With its core captain severely injured, its Martial Soul Fusion Skill interrupted, and two Agility Attack System Soul Master rendered powerless, the Star Luo Royal Academy's morale and formation collapsed instantly, and it quickly fell into defeat.
Tang San, supporting his nearly exhausted body, shouted in a deep voice, "The outcome is decided!"
The referee intervened at the opportune moment and loudly announced, " Shrek Academy wins!"
The entire audience was silent for a moment, then erupted in thunderous applause and gasps!
The battle was incredibly fast-paced and the teamwork was exquisite. In particular, Oscar's incredible "creation" ability and Zhu Zhuqing's crucial strike that interrupted the Martial Soul Fusion left a very deep impression on everyone.
The Shrek team finally breathed a sigh of relief. Their Soul Power was greatly depleted, but their eyes shone with the joy of victory and the relief of surviving a disaster.
Zhu Zhuqing landed, slightly out of breath. Her cool gaze swept over Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun, whose mouths were bleeding and whose faces were full of resentment. Her eyes were calm and unwavering.
After the third round of fierce battles, only six of the original ten teams remained.
These are Spirit Hall Academy, Heaven Dou Royal Academy, Shrek Academy, Godwind Academy, Thunder Academy, and Black Tiger Academy of the Star Luo Empire.
These six teams are all elite forces that have gone through fierce battles and possess both strength and good fortune.
The fourth round of the draw took place amidst great anticipation. When the results were announced, some were happy while others were disappointed.
The match between the Spirit Hall Academy and Black Tiger Academy was considered by almost everyone to be a foregone conclusion. The course of the match proved this to be true. Spirit Hall Academy did not even send out its full strength, yet it still defeated the tenacious Black Tiger Academy with overwhelming force, easily advancing to the top three.
Heaven Dou Royal Academy vs. Thunder Academy: This match is given extra appeal, a duel between the Blue Lightning Twins. Heaven Dou Royal Academy's vice-captain Yu Tianheng faces Thunder Academy's captain Yu Tianxin, both of whom are top talents with the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Martial Soul.
As expected, the two engaged in a fierce duel in the center of the arena after the match began. Dragon roars echoed, lightning flashed, and the same Martial Soul and similar Soul Skill collided to create dazzling and violent sparks.
Yu Tianheng's Soul Power was slightly higher, but Yu Tianxin's attack was more pure and wild, and for a time they were evenly matched.
However, as many astute observers predicted before the match, the outcome was not decided by the individual duel.
The overall strength of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy far surpassed that of the Thunder Academy. When Dugu Yan controlled the field with her Azure Phosphorus Poison, Shi Mo Shi Mo's absolute defense held off the opponent's other attack points, Yu Feng Osler made high-speed incursions, Ye Lingling provided stable healing, the other members of the Thunder Academy quickly couldn't hold on, and their formation was torn apart.
Although Yu Tianxin was individually brave, she was no match for the overwhelming numbers and ultimately suffered a regrettable defeat. Heaven Dou Royal Academy, with its superior overall strength, advanced to the final three with relative ease.
Shrek Academy vs. Godwind Academy: This is a contest of speed and control. Godwind Academy's captain, Feng Xiaotian, possesses the incredibly powerful Self-Created Soul Skill " Gale Demon Wolf Thirty-Six Consecutive Slashes," and his team members also possess wind-attribute Martial Soul, making them extremely mobile.
But Shrek at this point was no longer the same team as during the qualifiers.
After a series of arduous battles, especially the life-or-death struggle against the Star Luo Royal Academy, the Shrek Team's resilience and teamwork have reached new heights.
Oscar's " Heaven and Earth Creation Sausage " once again demonstrated the infinite possibilities of tactics.
With Ning Rongrong's full boost, Zhu Zhuqing's speed became even more unmatched. Her " Nether Dreadclaw " became a powerful weapon for tearing apart the opponent's formation and assassinating key targets, forcing Feng Xiaotian to be distracted and on guard.
Ultimately, relying on more comprehensive abilities, excellent on-the-spot adaptability, and outstanding performances from their core members, Shrek Academy narrowly defeated Godwind Academy and successfully entered the final three!
The team's consecutive victories over strong opponents have brought their reputation to its peak, making Shrek Academy truly qualified to challenge for the championship!
Thus, the final three teams for this Continental Elite High-Level Soul Master Academy Tournament have been determined: Spirit Hall Academy, Heaven Dou Royal Academy, and Shrek Academy.
The tournament organizing committee announced that the final championship battle will be held one day from now in the square in the Pope's Hall of the Spirit Hall! At that time, Pope Bibi Dong will personally attend the battle and crown the champion!
The news sent the entire Spirit City into a frenzy! The final battle would take place right in the Pope's Hall! What an honor, and what immense pressure!
Three teams will engage in a final battle to determine who will claim glory on this land that symbolizes the supreme authority of the Spirit Hall!
A day is both short and long for the three teams. It is the final adjustment and preparation, and also the final tranquility before the final battle.
On the eve of the final, the Pope's Hall was filled with an atmosphere that was more somber and chilling than ever before.
Inside the magnificent hall, the seven members of the Spirit Hall Academy Team — Xie Yue, Yan, Hu Liena, and four other elites—stood solemnly below.
Bibi Dong sat high on the Pope throne, her exquisite face appearing both sacred and cold in the flickering candlelight.
Her words were concise yet powerful, affirming their strength and hard work, and emphasizing the importance of tomorrow's final.
It's not just about defending the championship's glory, but also about maintaining the Spirit Hall's unshakeable dominance among the younger generation and showcasing the Spirit Hall's future power to the entire continent.
"... Tomorrow's battle is a must-win, not a loser." Bibi Dong's voice was clear and authoritative, her purple eyes sweeping over every young face below.
"Yes, Your His Holiness the Pope! We will not fail you!" Xie Yue and the others responded in unison.
After giving her encouragement, Bibi Dong waved her hand, signaling them to step back and prepare. The seven bowed and quietly left the hall.