Chapter 124: Chapter 124: The Next Opponent, Canghui
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Inside the passageway!
Yufeng spoke casually:
"These people from the Five Elements Academy really don't take us seriously. They only have a few Soul Emperors. If it weren't for the fact that we don't want to reveal our full strength, we could easily scare them just by showing our soul rings."
Yufeng's words were met with agreement from the other members of the team. Even without considering Wang Li and Dugu Yan, they were already an elite first-class team. With Wang Li and Dugu Yan, they were an absolutely top-tier team.
The memory of Wang Li and Dugu Yan effortlessly defeating all six of them was still fresh in their minds.
At this moment, Yu Tianheng spoke:
"Everyone, if we really end up facing Thunder Academy, leave their captain, Yu Tianxin, to me. We, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan members, have some competition among ourselves."
Although Yu Tianheng was speaking to everyone, it was actually directed at Wang Li and Dugu Yan. Despite being the captain, important matters still required the consent of Wang Li and Dugu Yan.
Wang Li and Dugu Yan weren't eager to fight a Soul Emperor, so Wang Li nodded and said, "Of course. If we do encounter Thunder Academy, we'll give you the chance for a one-on-one battle."
Yu Tianheng fell silent. Already a man of few words, now he spoke even less.
After leaving the Heavenly Dou Grand Soul Arena, their carriage was already waiting for them at the exit.
However, at that moment, Wang Li spotted the Shrek Seven Devils, along with Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo. Ning Fengzhi noticed him as well, and his eyes lit up. He turned to the Shrek Seven Devils and said:
"Defeating the second team of Heavenly Dou isn't something to be too proud of. The first team is where the real experts are. Let me introduce you to a super genius. He is a member of the first team of Heavenly Dou, and for all of you right now, his strength can be said to be unfathomable."
Ning Rongrong hesitated and asked:
"Father, are you talking about Wang Li?"
Ning Fengzhi looked surprised and asked:
"You know him?"
Ning Rongrong explained:
"He's a classmate of my third brother at the Junior Soul Master Academy. His teacher is also a senior who graduated from our Shrek Academy. Not long ago, he visited our academy and exchanged cultivation experiences with us."
Ning Fengzhi was delighted and said:
"Ah, I see! You two already knew each other. Young people like you have more in common. You should get along well in the future. I'll go over and greet him."
After speaking, Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo made their way toward the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy.
Ning Rongrong pouted, clearly displeased that her father had left her behind. She turned to the others and said:
"Don't mind him. That's just how my dad is. After the Soul Master Competition, I'll take you all to my house to hang out."
Tang San furrowed his brows and said:
"It's fine, Rongrong. Let's hurry back to the academy. Before, Xiao Wu tried to force her way through a rank breakthrough but failed. Now, we're not sure if her condition has improved."
At these words, everyone's expression showed concern, and they quickly left, heading toward the academy.
Meanwhile, on the other side!
Ning Fengzhi addressed the group:
"Hello, everyone. I'm Ning Fengzhi. Wang Li, I heard from my daughter that you've visited their academy and exchanged cultivation experiences. As a father, I'm truly grateful."
Everyone was surprised, but no matter their surprise, they respectfully replied:
"Lord Ning!"
Wang Li smiled and said:
"Lord Ning, there's no need for such formalities. I didn't even know your daughter was at Shrek Academy. I was just visiting some of my classmates from the Junior Soul Master Academy. As for the exchange of experiences, it was merely a personal perspective and not something I claim works for everyone."
"Regarding the matter with the Platinum Bishop of the Spirit Hall, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan helped me out, and that's what I'm truly grateful for."
Wang Li, having climbed up from humble beginnings, was skilled in the art of speech and knew how to present things in his favor, avoiding unnecessary conflicts and trouble.
Upon hearing this, Ning Fengzhi's smile grew even wider, and he said:
"I can't stand the arrogance of the Spirit Hall. Moreover, I admire you greatly. Do visit the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan whenever you can. Also, since you're a friend of my daughter, don't call me 'Lord Ning' anymore. Just call me 'Uncle Ning'."
Wang Li responded naturally:
"Yes… Uncle Ning. With the Soul Master Competition starting, I might be busy, but I'll definitely visit next time."
Once Ning Fengzhi and Bone Douluo left, Wang Li turned to the wide-eyed group and smiled:
"Let's leave as well. We'll come back tomorrow. Watching the battles of such strong young Soul Masters will also benefit us."
The group unconsciously agreed:
"Okay."
The Next Day!
Inside the Heavenly Dou Grand Soul Arena, in addition to the main platform, five other platforms were set up, allowing for a total of six matches to take place at once.
For Wang Li, watching the matches didn't hold much significance. What interested him the most was Shrek's team and, in particular, when they would face Canghui Academy…
At this moment, Shrek's opponent was none other than one of the Five Elements Academy teams, the Elephant Armor Academy.
Elephant Armor Academy was an affiliated school of the Elephant Armor Sect. The representatives for this match were all direct descendants of the sect, possessing the Diamond Mammoth martial soul, granting them exceptional defensive capabilities.
With three Soul Emperors and four Soul Sages, this team was more than capable of competing in the top-tier leagues.
On the other hand, Shrek's team was mostly made up of the same seven from yesterday's match. However, Ning Rongrong had replaced the fuller-figured girl, and aside from Xiao Wu, all of Shrek's Seven Devils were participating.
As the match began, both sides summoned their martial souls. The seven members of Elephant Armor Sect transformed into two-meter-tall giants, with bulging muscles and tough, armor-like skin.
At this point, Shrek's two Soul Emperors seemed outmatched. Wang Li was just as curious as everyone else about how they would handle this.
Before the battle began, however, the Seven Devils of Shrek sprouted wings and ascended into the air.
Oscar and Ning Rongrong supported the team—Oscar providing a variety of sausages, while Ning Rongrong enhanced the others' abilities with her amplifications.
This allowed the other five members to maximize their battle strength. Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing used their martial soul fusion technique, the Hell White Tiger, to take the lead in the attack. Ma Hongjun and another tall, slender youth provided support.
Finally, there was Tang San. He used his fourth soul skill to transform his Blue Silver Grass into the form of spider legs. However, even these barbed spider-legged Blue Silver Grass couldn't pierce through the Diamond Mammoth's defense.
Tang San was forced to go on the offensive himself. Using the Eight Spider Lances, he blended them with his Blue Silver Grass, and with the cover of the Hell White Tiger, he pierced through the Diamond Mammoth's defense one by one, injecting toxins into their bodies.
This caused the Hell White Tiger to endure heavy damage and eventually dissipate, leaving Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing severely injured and unconscious.
Ma Hongjun and the other youth became the primary targets, and before long, they were also severely wounded and fell.
Ning Rongrong withdrew from the match, and after passing the last flying mushroom ring to Tang San, Oscar also withdrew.
Tang San continued to fight, enduring until the members of Elephant Armor Academy fell to the poison. By the skin of his teeth, Shrek's team claimed victory, defeating one of the Five Elements Academy teams, Elephant Armor Academy.
Their next opponents were none other than Canghui Academy.
Wang Li knew that it was his time to step in. As a friend, he would check on Shrek's Seven Devils, and, at the same time, he would be ready for whatever surprises might arise.
(End of Chapter)