Bibi Dong seemed very satisfied with everyone, and simply said quietly, "From you, I see the hope of future Soul Master. Pope's Palace, I hope you will display your full strength. The final victor will receive the reward from the Spirit Hall."
Bibi Dong finished speaking, she waved her hand lightly, and a long, rectangular box seemed to appear out of thin air, its lid already open.
Three points of light appeared in the box. Upon closer inspection, they turned out to be three bones: a green skull, a fiery red right arm bone, and a pale blue left leg bone—the three Soul Bone that were the champion's reward.
Standing behind the Pope, Ghost Douluo spoke with a sinister air, "The three Soul Bone are the Spirit Condensation Wisdom Skull, the Explosive Burning Flame Right Arm, and the Rapid Advance Wind Chasing Left Leg. All three Soul Bone originated from Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Beast. Among them, the Spirit Condensation Wisdom Skull came from a Soul Beast that was over fifty thousand years old, making it a top-grade Soul Bone."
Everyone present seemed to be eyeing the three Soul Bone with extreme greed, but Pope Bibi Dong simply tapped her scepter lightly, dispelling the evil thoughts of countless people.
Pope Bibi Dong spoke calmly, "There can only be one victor, and only one champion. The final champion will receive these three Soul Bone as a reward. I hope you will give it your all."
Yang Podi looked at the three bones and narrowed his eyes slightly: I didn't expect that even after I showed the strength of Soul Emperor, Bibi Dong would still take out these three Soul Bone. Could it be that she is relying on that woman in the shadows?
With Bibi Dong's words finished, the fifth round of the finals officially began.
Bibi Dong continued, "This morning, each of your three teams will compete in an individual elimination tournament, sending seven players. The winning team will advance directly to tomorrow's championship match. The two losing teams will compete in the afternoon for the other final spot. Now, you can send out your first players."
Upon hearing this, Heaven Dou Team One and the Spirit Hall Team seemed to begin discussing who should be sent out first.
But Yang Podi completely disregarded all that and went straight to the center of the arena to begin the draw.
When the first player to step onto the stage from the Heaven Dou Second Team was Yang Podi, the expressions of the other two teams preparing to go on stage changed drastically. In fact, everyone present changed drastically. They did not expect that the first player to step onto the stage from the Heaven Dou Second Team would be the Soul Emperor Yang Podi. It seemed that Yang Podi was prepared to crush everyone.
At this moment, the Heaven Dou Team One was preparing to send out Ma Hongjun, while the Spirit Hall was preparing to send out a level 46 Soul Ancestor. However, after taking only two steps, both of them stopped, seemingly caught in a dilemma.
Clearly, given their individual skill levels, going on stage would be a recipe for disaster. Yang Podi's attack. However, the team has already devised a strategy, so there's probably no other option but to let them play.
Just as the two were about to go on stage, Yu Xiaogang suddenly spoke up, " Hongjun, come back first."
Everyone present seemed to look at Yu Xiaogang with a puzzled expression. Why would they recall a team member they had sent out?
Pope Bibi Dong calmly stated, "Please state your reasons."
Yu Xiaogang seemed to sneer, "My reason is simple: Heaven Dou Team One forfeited this morning's individual matches and automatically entered the loser's bracket this afternoon."
This surrender without a fight seems to have stunned everyone, as there has never been such a precedent in the finals.
Bibi Dong asked calmly, "Why?"
Yu Xiaogang, seemingly arrogant, said, "For no reason, I think admitting defeat is my right."
Everyone present seemed very dissatisfied with Yu Xiaogang's words and attitude.
But at this moment, Bibi Dong spoke up, "You're right, admitting defeat is your right, and facing Soul Emperor is a very good choice. I'm sorry, Elder Yu."
Pope Bibi Dong's words were even more earth-shattering. From these words, everyone could not only hear how much Bibi Dong Bibi Dong Yu Xiaogang, but also hear her address Yu Xiaogang as Elder. From now on, it was likely that no one in the entire Spirit Hall would dare to be disrespectful to Yu Xiaogang.
Immediately afterwards, Pope Bibi Dong addressed the contestants preparing to take the stage. "Since the Heaven Dou Second Team has sent out a Soul Emperor- level contestant first, it's pointless for Soul Ancestor to participate. My Spirit Hall Team will also concede defeat and participate in the loser's bracket this afternoon."
Bibi Dong's words stunned everyone in the Spirit Hall. They never expected the Pope to say such a thing. How could the Spirit Hall save face in the future?
Before Yang Podi could even step onto the stage, Bibi Dong spoke again, " Yang Podi, please wait a moment."
Yang Podi stopped and bowed slightly to Bibi Dong: " Your His Holiness the Pope, is there anything I can help you with?"
Bibi Dong glanced at Yang Podi, then at everyone present. " Yang Podi, you possess the first-ever ten-thousand-year Fourth Soul Ring, which has already caused a sensation in the Soul Master World. Could you explain how you managed to absorb Ten Thousand Year Soul Ring? Perhaps this could promote the development of Soul Master."
Bibi Dong's words, though seemingly simple, seemed to have once again put Yang Podi in the spotlight, and this question also raised a question for everyone present.
Yang Podi also spoke without hesitation, "Your His Holiness the Pope, my Fourth Soul Ring is because I obtained a Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum in the Star Dou Great Forest, which made my body stronger, allowing me to absorb the fourth ring of the ten-thousand-year-old spirit ring."
Upon hearing this, everyone's gaze seemed to turn to Chrysanthemum Douluo on the high platform. As one of the representatives of the Spirit Hall, many people knew about Chrysanthemum Douluo's Martial Soul.
Finally Bibi Dong smiled and said, "Thank you for informing me Yang Podi."
Yang Podi bowed slightly again and then left the arena.
On the scene, Tang San's expression seemed to turn extremely ugly. This was the second time Tang San had heard of immortal Immortal Herb since arriving in the Douluo Continent. He never expected that, in addition to the Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng he had obtained, someone else would actually obtain such an immortal herb as the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum.
After Yang Podi returned to his group, he merely stared coldly at Bibi Dong and Yu Xiaogang: "These two are quite interesting. One is arrogant but lacks any real personal strength. The other possesses immense power but suffers endless humiliation in love, unable to win the heart of his beloved. Their situation is somewhat reminiscent of the twisted, abusive love stories of later generations."
I wonder if you guys will still be able to laugh after the Soul Master competition?
Time flies, and soon it was time for the afternoon's Soul Fighting competition.
Heaven Dou Team One still fielded a lineup of all Soul Ancestor, which was also their strongest lineup.
The Spirit Hall also dispatched a powerful lineup: three Soul King and four Soul Ancestor above level 45. To Yang Podi's surprise, the blonde woman who was originally a substitute, Qian Renxue, did not play. Perhaps it was because the dignified Soul Emperor looked down on the opposing Soul Ancestor, or perhaps he had great confidence in the Spirit Hall's lineup. After all, in terms of Soul Power Level, the Spirit Hall members were on average six or seven levels higher than the Heaven Dou Team One, giving them a significant advantage.
It seems Qian Renxue is preparing to use herself as a countermeasure, only going into the final team battle. I wonder if Bibi Dong and Qian Renxue have considered the possibility of an unexpected upset during the competition?
Especially considering the situation this morning, if the Spirit Hall fought hard, they might still have a sliver of a chance to win. But if the Heaven Dou Team One managed to steal the victory in the afternoon match, wouldn't the conflict between the mother and daughter intensify?
At this moment, Yang Podi couldn't help but look at the imposter Crown Prince Xue Qinghe beside him. Although he still looked noble and elegant, he felt that something was missing. Perhaps he lacked that innate nobility.
On the arena, after both sides summoned their Martial Soul and Soul Ring, the match officially began with the referee's command.
Tang San of the Heaven Dou Team One seemed very strange, as he directly activated his Fourth Soul Skill: Blue Silver Cage, and judging from the situation, he injected a lot of Soul Power, intending to use the instantaneous Fourth Soul Skill to trap all the opponents.
Immediately afterwards, all the members of Heaven Dou Team One lined up in a row, a formation that was completely unlike what should appear in a normal match.
The team's order from back to front is: Yu Tianheng, Ning Heng, Bai Xiaofei, Tai Long, Dai Mubai, Xiao Wu, Tang San.
Moreover, everyone online seemed to be bracing their hands against the backs of the players in front of them.
Yu Tianheng seemed to pour all his Soul Power into Ning Heng in front of him, while Ning Heng summoned a huge Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda. Immediately afterwards, a huge amplification and all of his Soul Power seemed to rush towards Bai Xiaofei in front of him. As the Soul Power was poured into the people in front of him one by one, it seemed to become more and more profound and powerful.
Especially when Xiao Wu injected her Soul Power into Tang San, the Soul Power seemed to explode, probably far exceeding that of Soul King, and even reaching the peak of Soul Emperor. It seemed even more terrifying after the Soul Power was injected into Tang San's body.
When Tang San summoned the Clear Sky Hammer and poured all his Soul Power into it, the Clear Sky Hammer seemed to change from its original black color to gold, and it became extremely large. In particular, the Clear Sky Hammer conveyed a very powerful sense of weight and an immense aura.
Indeed, this is the true form of Tang San's Clear Sky Hammer martial soul, which can only be used by soul masters who have reached level 70. However, Tang San was able to unleash the true form of the weapon soul by relying on the amplification of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda and the combined soul power of the seven people.
Seeing this, the seven members of the Spirit Hall on the other side quickly tried to break through the Blue Silver Cage. Yan, in particular, directly activated his Fourth Soul Skill: Magma Surge, which quickly burned the Blue Silver Grass.
However, the Shrek Seven took advantage of those few seconds, the distance between them, and the fact that the Spirit Hall Seven were unprepared, to complete the Seven-in-One Martial Soul Fusion Skill, which also enabled Tang San to complete the true form of the Clear Sky Hammer's Tool Soul Avatar.
As the seven members of the Spirit Hall broke through the Blue Silver Cage, Hu Liena and Xie Yue quickly activated their Martial Soul Fusion Skill, forming a half-male, half-female Demon Charm. Meanwhile, the others rushed towards Tang San Tang San.
But at this moment, Tang San's eyes turned purple, and his gaze seemed to become sharper than ever before. He quickly swung the Clear Sky Hammer Clear Sky Hammer, knocking away all those who came to attack him. Even Demon Charm couldn't withstand a single blow and was injured on the arena.
Ultimately, the Heaven Dou Team One, relying on Tang San and the Seven-in-One Martial Soul Fusion Skill, defeated the Spirit Hall Team with an advantage, thus successfully pulling off a surprise victory.
However, Yang Podi observed Tang San closely and noticed that when Tang San used the Clear Sky Hammer Martial Soul True Body, a trace of extreme pain appeared in the corner of his eye, and even a trace of blood appeared on his skin.
It seems that although Tang San has consumed the Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng, which has greatly improved his Soul Power and strength, and even his physical recovery ability is quite good, it is still far inferior to the Ice and Fire Body Tempering. His physical condition is clearly unable to withstand the Tool Soul Avatar. If the competition lasts a little longer, Tang San will probably be in trouble.
Yang Podi looked at the Spirit Hall's reserve lineup again. At this moment, Qian Renxue's face seemed to have turned ashen, especially when she looked at Bibi Dong Qian Renxue the high platform, she seemed to be full of resentment.
Yang Podi couldn't help but shake his head: This is really funny. The Spirit Hall Team has completely ruined themselves. Yu Xiaogang is laughing quite happily now, but I wonder if he'll still be able to laugh after tomorrow's match.
However, there's a Xiao Wu to watch tomorrow. Yang Podi couldn't help but glance at Xiao Wu on the scene, wondering if the plot would follow the original story. How exactly did Xiao Wu conceal her Soul Beast aura?