Early the next morning, Xiao Yan, along with the seven members of the Spirit Hall Academy, arrived at the Pope's Palace and waited.
After all, it was Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament across the entire continent, so even Xiao Yan couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement at this moment.
After all, the victor of this battle will surely become famous throughout the Douluo Continent.
Sunlight streamed down from the sky, and Xiao Yan, sensing something, looked towards the steps of the Pope Mountain.
Under his gaze, seven figures approached against the light, the leader of whom was none other than Tang San.
Their eyes met, their expressions incredibly complex.
As the Shrek group ascended the platform of the Pope's Palace, everyone's gaze was focused on the fourteen figures about to compete.
Pope Bibi Dong and Ning Fengzhi, among others, had already taken their seats. The three Soul Bone, the final champion's reward, were quietly placed on a tray beside them, shimmering with a faint halo.
"The finals of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament are about to begin! Team members, prepare!"
The cardinal's face was dignified, and his loud voice resounded Pope Mountain.
As soon as the cardinal finished his announcement, Xiao Yan and Tang San stepped out simultaneously and headed towards the central competition arena.
Behind them, six team members followed, their eyes filled with fighting spirit.
Although the cardinal, who was acting as the referee, had not yet announced the start of the match, the two sides were already exchanging blows.
"Victory is certain! Victory is certain!"
In Shrek's area, Flender raised his arm, his hoarse voice encouraging Tang San and his companions.
Victory is certain!
With a broad smile on his face, Tang San looked at Xiao Wu, Dai Mubai, Ma Hongjun, Oscar, Ning Rongrong, and Zhou Yi behind him, and shouted together.
His youthful tone was filled with an unwavering belief in victory.
"Victory is assured?"
Behind Xiao Yan, Xie Yue listened to Shrek's cheers, a slight sneer playing on his lips:
" His Holiness the Pope and all the elders are watching from the platform. Ladies and gentlemen, we must not only win this match, but win it completely! We absolutely cannot give them any chance."
As Xie Yue finished speaking, Han Yueyue and the others straightened their expressions, their eyes blazing with anger.
As Xie Yue's gaze fell upon Xiao Yan, the team leader, the gazes of the others also focused on him.
Feeling the gaze behind him, Xiao Yan slightly turned his head to meet Zhu Zhuqing's eyes, a faint smile playing on his lips, his tone gentle yet full of confidence:
"We are--"
"Champion!"
Zhu Zhuqing, Xie Yue, Hu Liena, Han Yueyue, An Hanfu, and Qiu Zijing shouted loudly together.
As both sides took their positions on the platform, the cardinal announced:
"Prepare for the match. Both sides may unleash their Martial Soul!"
As his words fell, surging Soul Power was instantly released from the fourteen figures, and the powerful Soul Power exploded on the competition stage!
The Shrek Academy's formation had Tang San and Dai Mubai at the front, followed by Ma Hongjun, Zhou Yi, and Xiao Wu, with Ning Rongrong and Oscar at the back.
They turned their attention to the Spirit Hall Academy in a slightly reduced 2-3-2 formation.
All seven people had four Soul Ring and had entered the Soul Ancestor realm, while Tang San in the first row had Fourth Soul Ring that reached the ten-thousand-year level, making him the most eye-catching.
A team composed entirely of Soul Ancestor is Shrek's source of pride.
However, when the students from the Spirit Hall Academy released their Martial Soul, the pupils of the people in the Pope's Palace suddenly contracted.
The Shrek members gasped in shock.
A hint of regret flickered in Flender's eyes as he pondered deeply. If Grandmaster hadn't insisted on his own way, Xiao Yan and Zhu Zhuqing should have been Shrek students...
Liu Erlong's gaze fell on Xiao Yan Xiao Yan, and looking at the Soul Ring on his body, her eyes dimmed considerably:
Xiao Gang, you were wrong, and since you're unwilling to admit it, I will atone for your mistake!
The Spirit Hall Academy team is not entirely composed of Soul Ancestor.
After all, those three figures, each possessing five Soul Ring, were so dazzling! So terrifying.
Xie Yue, Hu Liena, Zhu Zhuqing.
The five Soul Ring rhythmically pulsating around their bodies, along with the terrifying aura emanating from them, all indicated their strength— Soul King!
Although they had somewhat expected it, the Shrek members were still incredibly shocked to witness it firsthand.
"You slut..."
Dai Mubai's gaze fell on Zhu Zhuqing, and looking at the five Soul Ring surrounding her body, Dai Mubai's eyes shone with a wicked light, filled with resentment and jealousy.
On what grounds?
How could Zhu Zhuqing, a mere nobody, possibly surpass me and advance to the Soul King realm ahead of schedule?
In this battle, I will personally crush her head!
Unlike Dai Mubai, Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu looked at Zhu Zhuqing with a mixture of surprise and delight, after all, the three women had a very harmonious relationship back then.
Of course, seeing Zhu Zhuqing, who had already reached the Soul King realm ahead of them, Ning Rongrong couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.
The Martial Soul Team: Xiao Yan, Xie Yue, and Hu Liena stood in the first row.
Xiao Yan stood on the left, while Xie Yue and Hu Liena stood together, since the two would inevitably use their Martial Soul Fusion Skill during the battle.
Zhu Zhuqing and An Hanfu, two Agility Attack System Battle Spirit Master, stood on the left and right of the second row, forming the second line of defense.
At the very back were Han Yueyue, Auxiliary System Soul Master, and Qiu Zijing, who served as her bodyguard.
Unlike other Spirit Hall Academy, Qiu Zijing, who awakened the Black and Yellow Stele, Martial Soul suitable for damage resistance, did not stand at the front of the team, but instead stayed at the back.
He had only one goal:
Protect Han Yueyue!
After all, as long as Han Yueyue is not beheaded, with the protection of the Ancient Tree of Life, Xiao Yan and the others' Soul Power will hardly be depleted!
"The match begins!"
At the cardinal's command, his figure flew backward, announcing the opening of the final battle of the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament.
As the cardinal finished speaking, Hu Liena was the quickest among the crowd, stepping forward first.
As she moved, a faint red glow appeared on her body, and a large, fluffy tail slowly emerged from behind her, making her even more charming and alluring.
Hu Liena looked at Tang San in the Shrek Team, her eyes captivating, a smile playing on her lips. Her unique charm and allure made it impossible not to look at her.
She had already quietly unleashed her Charm skill.
However, it seemed as if it had been expected all along.
When Hu Liena unleashed her Charm skill, Tang San and Xiao Wu remained unmoved, while everyone else closed their eyes in unison.
Even the best Charm skill still requires a trigger condition. With the Shrek Devils' eyes closed, her Charm skill was undoubtedly ineffective.
"Call out!"
Beside Tang San, Xiao Wu's eyes also turned pink, her second Soul Ring lit up, and her eyes met Hu Liena's.
Charm versus Charm!
Whoever has stronger Mental Power will have the upper hand!
In an instant, Xiao Wu and Hu Liena both groaned. Hu Liena swayed, while Xiao Wu staggered back three steps, her steps unsteady.
The two were not at the same level of Soul Power, so Xiao Wu naturally fell into a disadvantageous position in this battle.
However, although she was at a disadvantage, she also managed to interrupt Hu Liena's Charm skill.
"Superior!"
The instant Xiao Wu retreated, Tang San charged forward, and with a wave of his right hand, six vines shot out from behind him, Entanglement around the waists of the other six Shrek members.
The Blue Silver Grass link has been opened!