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That slash stunned the ages.
Everyone's expressions froze as their eyes widened in shock. The entire arena was so quiet that even the sound of breathing could be heard.
With just one slash, the entire Imperial Star Luo Battle Team was annihilated...
"So strong."
After an unknown period, shocked voices could be heard.
"What's going on? How can that guy from the Heaven Dou Academy be so strong?"
"He annihilated the entire Imperial Star Luo Battle Team with just one slash. That's ridiculous."
"I know that guy. He's the captain of the Heaven Dou Academy. I think his name is... Fang Xuan"
Excited gazes from all directions gathered on the black-haired youth in the center of the stage. Their eyes were blazing with excitement.
For a moment, thunderous applause and cheers filled the arena. The entire stadium was cheering wildly for Fang Xuan's perfect victory.
It could be said that Fang Xuan's slash ignited the enthusiasm of the entire finals, pushing the popularity of the finals to a climax right from the start.
On the stage.
Fang Xuan stood with his hands clasped behind his back. His eyes were as bright as the stars, and his black hair danced in the wind. Hearing the cheers from around him, the corners of his mouth gradually curled up.
Do you want to run after showing off?
You made Fang Xuan angry.
Originally, he wanted to keep a low profile and act wretchedly. He tried to keep a low profile in the finals and win the championship. He didn't want to be too flashy.
After all, this was the enemy's territory, right under the nose of the Spirit Hall. If he could keep a low profile, there would be less hatred and danger.
But this Davis was so arrogant that Fang Xuan's temper flared. If he didn't act ruthlessly, Davis would think the heavens favored him.
Therefore, in anger, Fang Xuan annihilated this Act Tough King's team. There was nothing wrong with that!
"Referee, can you announce the results of the match?"
Fang Xuan tilted his head and looked at the referee, who was still in a daze.
"Uh… Oh, right!"
The referee was startled for a moment, then came to a realization. He hurriedly announced,
"The first round of the Soul Master Finals, Heaven Dou Imperial Academy versus Imperial Star Luo Academy. Heaven Dou Imperial Academy wins."
When the referee announced the victory of Fang Xuan and the others, the arena erupted into an even louder round of applause!
The Emperor Team received applause from all directions. Everyone was very happy. The significance of this competition was extraordinary. Not only was it a battle between the two great academies, but it was also a battle between the Heaven Dou Empire and the Star Luo Empire. It would directly affect the fate and prestige of the two empires.
Now that the Heaven Dou Academy had defeated the Star Luo Academy, it was a heavy blow to the Star Luo Empire. In terms of military strength, the Star Luo Empire was far superior to the Heaven Dou Empire. If it weren't for the Spirit Hall's interference, the Heaven Dou Empire would've been destroyed by the Star Luo Empire a long time ago.
However, this defeat was undoubtedly a massive blow to the Star Luo Empire's fortune and morale. Even without the Spirit Hall, the Star Luo Empire wouldn't dare to make a move against the Heaven Dou Empire in the next few years.
Many factors determined the outcome of a battle between great empires. Not only did it depend on the battle prowess of both sides, but it also depended on luck, morale, reputation, strategy, and so on.
This was a battle between two great empires. There were millions of corpses and rivers of blood. It wasn't that simple.
Fang Xuan's complete victory was undoubtedly a great contribution to the Heaven Dou Empire. It brought confidence and glory to the citizens of the empire. News of this victory would quickly spread to the Heaven Dou Imperial City and into the ears of the Emperor, who was thousands of kilometers away.
Even the high and mighty Emperor would be overjoyed after hearing this news.
Many people guessed that when Fang Xuan returned victorious from Martial Soul City, he would be crowned king and reach the heavens in a single step.
Blazing Fire Academy's resting area.
"Fang Xuan. That guy has become stronger again…"
Huo Wu's beautiful face was cold, and her heart was filled with unwillingness. She thought that as long as she cultivated with all her might, she would be able to catch up to Fang Xuan one day. However, as time passed, the gap between them didn't shrink. Instead, it widened without limit. It had reached a point where Huo Wu couldn't catch up.
If this was the case, wouldn't she be suppressed by Fang Xuan for the rest of her life?!
Huo Wu was unwilling to accept this. She didn't want to be suppressed forever.
The Hell White Tiger that Davis and Zhu Zhuyun had transformed into was definitely at the level of a Soul Emperor. However, it was easily defeated by Fang Xuan with a single slash!
"That guy, just how strong is he?!"
Huo Wu bit her red lips. Her beautiful eyes dimmed as she followed the cold figure in the arena. Her heart was filled with unwillingness. She had always been proud and arrogant. How could she be willing to be suppressed by Fang Xuan?
"Ai, sister, don't fight with Fang Xuan anymore. Even if we worked together, we wouldn't be a match for him. That guy is too abnormal."
Huo Wushuang sighed softly and patted Huo Wu's shoulder. His handsome face was filled with loneliness and sadness. They would eventually be reduced to supporting characters …
"If the two of you aren't a match for Fang Xuan, how about I join in?"
Suddenly, a green whirlwind appeared. It was Feng Xiaotian.
"Sister Huo Wu, you must be unwilling to lose to Fang Xuan. I'm not willing to accept it either. That's why I've been thinking of a way to defeat Fang Xuan."
Feng Xiaotian's expression was solemn as he stared at Huo Wu's delicate face. He no longer had his usual mischievous smile. Instead, he was unprecedentedly serious. "Right now, there's only one way to defeat Fang Xuan."
"What way?" Huo Wu's eyes lit up as she looked curiously at Feng Xiaotian.
Feng Xiaotian's lips curved into a smile. "Our two academies will work together!"
… …
Shrek Academy's resting area.
"I never thought that Davis and the others would be defeated like this…"
Dai Mubai looked at the battered and exhausted Davis, Zhu Zhuyun, and the other members of the Star Luo Battle Team being carried away on stretchers. There was an indescribable feeling in his heart.
"How could this be?"
Beside him, Zhu Zhuqing was also at a loss. He stood there in a daze, and a hint of sadness and disappointment appeared in his eyes.
The target that the two of them had sworn to defeat was defeated so easily by Fang Xuan. Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing looked at each other. Their expressions were complicated, and they couldn't help but sigh faintly.
Originally, they wanted to personally defeat Davis and Zhu Zhuyun in the competition to prove they had already surpassed their elder brother and sister. They wanted to return to the Star Luo Empire with their heads held high. However, Davis was defeated by Fang Xuan and was eliminated in advance.
Thinking of this, Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing felt empty in their hearts. They were a little disappointed.
At this moment, Tang San noticed the changes in their expressions. His eyes surged with light, and he couldn't help but ask, "Mubai, Zhuqing, we Shrek Battle Team are one. We are all brothers and sisters. We should be honest with each other. Are you hiding something from us?"
Hearing this, Xiao Wu, Ning Rongrong, Ma Hongjun, and Oscar had curious expressions on their faces. They all looked at Dai Mubai together, wanting to get an answer from him.
"Dai Mubai, what's going on? Tell us!"
"Speaking of which, Dai Mubaii's surname is Dai, and so is that Davis. Could there be some relationship between the two of you?"
"Zhuqing, what's going on …"
Faced with everyone's questions, Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing looked at each other and nodded thoughtfully together. They finally decided to be honest with everyone and began to tell everyone about their backgrounds…