Chapter 123.
Just as the voice sounded, Qin Ming swiftly positioned his wolf like claws, forming a protective shield across his chest.
Crack!
Despite the seemingly indestructible claws, the formidable force unleashed by extreme speed and strength shattered them almost instantaneously. The hit directly landed on his body, producing a resounding boom.
This time, Qin Ming felt as if he had been directly struck by a high-speed train, propelling him beyond the confines of the Soul Arena, crashing into the exterior wall. The resulting collision echoed like a collapsing building, raising a cloud of dust.
"It's the same punch!" Yu Tianheng, recovering from his injuries, stood up with a trembling voice.
"It's undoubtedly him! This person is unquestionably the Captain Monster from Qingabao combination!"
The familiarity of that punch, the overwhelming power—it was unmistakable.
"Captain, were you also defeated by this punch and sent flying?" Yu Feng exclaimed, peering at the resounding impact against the outer walls of the fighting soul arena. The sheer force seemed indescribable. No wonder even someone as formidable as their captain succumbed in single hit.
"Yes!" Yu Tianheng affirmed solemnly.
"So powerful? Is he truly only at level 34?" Osler queried, intrigued.
"Could he be employing the same tactic as teacher Qin Ming, suppressing his soul power? Perhaps, he's also a Soul Emperor?"
Yu Tianheng shook his head.
Such matters couldn't be deduced easily. The opponent even used martial soul fusion technique, leaving the possibility even dimer.
At that moment, as Qin Ming was forcefully sent flying out of bounds, a profound silence enveloped the entire Great Fighting Soul Arena. It took a considerable time before Wang Feng, hovering in midair, prompted:
"Is it not time to declare the outcome?"
The host, seemingly roused from a daze, snapped back to reality and announced:
"The Shrek Seven Devils wins!"
The declaration hung in the air, met with a noticeable absence of cheers. Despite the lack of immediate celebration, this contest stirred an intense excitement within Tang San and the other spectators.
After a brief pause, Qin Ming gradually rose from the dust in the distance. Approaching the stage, he gazed at the individual before him, silent, with a trace of blood escaping from the corner of his mouth. The recent assault had been formidable, he still had the strength to continue but the forceful expulsion from the arena marked a decisive loss for the Emperor team.
"You are truly formidable." Qin Ming acknowledged, his words carrying a weight that resonated with the intensity of the battle.
Yu Tianheng's and the other members from Heaven Dou Imperial Academy observed Tang San and his group with solemn expressions. His gaze swept over these seven individuals, noting their strength. Each member proved to be formidable to them, not yielding to them in the slightest.
In the initial stages, both sides engaged in an all-out battle, and they were barely able to suppress the other. It's noteworthy that they all have soul rank above level 35, a total of seven powerful Soul Elder. In contrast, their opponents exhibited uneven levels of soul rank and even some were below Soul Elder stage. Despite this, the fight was evenly matched.
At times, Yu Tianheng wondered about the scenario if that pivotal punch hadn't occurred, if they hadn't witnessed the opposing team's tactics firsthand. Perhaps, they wouldn't be as cautious and their defeat would already be set in stone.
"Your whole team's strength is commendable." Yu Tianheng admitted.
Dai Mubai, coughing a few times, concurred, "Your team's usage of soul skills and their combination also caught us off guard. The strategies and coordination displayed were also very impressive...."
This statement held true. The soul abilities of Heaven Dou Imperial Academy had inflicted considerable challenges to the Shrek Seven Devils. More crucial, however, was their strategic approach.
Yu Tianheng shook his head and remarked, "You might not be aware, but we've observed your team in action previously. The mastery of soul power, soul skill combinations and tactical coordination were learned and adopted directly from yours. However, our training this month has been somewhat rushed and we haven't fully acclimated to the new way of fighting."
"Speaking of which, the Shrek Seven Devils must have a very good strategist among them, right? I'm curious to know who it is."
At this moment, a solitary figure on the side chimed in, "We'd like to express our gratitude to him personally."
'Strategist?'
All eyes turned to Wang Feng in unison. He was currently cleaning up a small bench while blowing air from his mouth but started coughing as the dust entered his own mouth, before sitting in a relaxed posture with his eyes closed, seemingly unaware of the attention he was receiving.
Everyone's eyes from the Shrek Seven twitched seeing this.
"What?" As if finally noticing their piercing gazes Wang Feng was mildly surprised.
"Ahem, I'll introduce him to you next time if we get a chance," Tang San interjected, deciding not to divulge details about Feng'ge.
Yu Tianheng and his team nodded, directing their attention to Wang Feng.
The other members of the Emperor team also zeroed in on Wang Feng. In this match, only one person had truly bested them—person who had defeated Yu Tianheng with a single punch!
Using the martial soul fusion technique, he had swiftly turned the tide of the match. Wang Feng had defeated teacher Qin Ming without even employing his soul power or any soul abilities.
"You're called the Seven Shrek Devils... it's a fitting name as you are all equally monstrous? The strength each of you possesses is indeed very formidable. But why isn't he part of your group?" Qin Ming inquired, stepping forward.
In response, everyone from Tang San's team burst into laughter.
"He," Ma Hongjun grinned, "He's not among the Seven Shrek Devils because he's a monster among monsters, the captain of our team. We do not count him as one of the Shrek Seven Devils because he can defeat all of us in less than a minute without using a single soul ability."
Yu Tianheng couldn't help but glance at Wang Feng.
"Twin martial souls? Being able to execute two martial soul fusion technique, explains his formidable prowess."
"Twin?" Wang Feng smiled.
"You managed to neutralize my Jade Phosphorous Violet Poison with just alcohol. Was that your own idea?" Dugu Yan scrutinized Tang San, questioning, "Did you also figure out to use Blue Silver Grass to construct a fan and redirect my Jade Phosphorous Violet Poison back at us, on your own?"
Tang San initially nodded, then shook his head, explaining, "Dealing with Jade Phosphorous Violet Poison or any other poison is my specialty. While I'm skilled in poisons, it was the master strategist who suggested using the Blue Silver Grass as a fan to diffuse and redirect your Jade Phosphorous Violet Poison back at you."
"Remarkable." Dugu Yan exclaimed, "I'd love a chance to meet your master strategist! Next time, count me in for a fight."
With that, Yu Tianheng and the others departed from the Great Soul Fighting Arena, accompanying Qin Ming.
Applause resonated from the audience and VIP room at this moment.
This had been an incredibly thrilling match!
Whether it's the captivating clash among the seven players at the forefront or the game-changing reversal orchestrated by Zhu Zhuqing, akin to a war goddess in the last moment, the match culminated in a spectacular and flawless conclusion, courtesy of two enigmatic powerhouses who remained dormant throughout the entire contest.
However, this time, Wang Feng, the Captain Monster, couldn't escape the limelight.
The Shrek Seven Devil's captain, wielding twin martial souls possesses formidable strength!
This mysterious captain cast the most elusive veil over the Shrek Seven Devils, adding an extra layer of intrigue.
All seven returned to the lounge with a hint of excitement. Flender, Grandmaster, and Zhao Wuji awaited them.
"Today, you all played exceptionally well." Grandmaster remarked with a sigh. "The caution exhibited by the Emperor team surpassed my expectations. Holding out until the last moment, reducing the opponent to just three members with sustained combat effectiveness, it's beyond what I anticipated."
"With such a significant disparity in soul power, coupled with the opponent's meticulous tactical arrangements and unconventional yet potent soul abilities combinations, your ability to persevere was also commendable. You've passed the second stage exam with flying colors."
"You guys just had a stroke of bad luck." Flender interjected with a laugh.
"Being taken so seriously by the Emperor team is the riskiest approach they can take against you. It provides the highest chance of losing."
"Actually, we owe it to brother Feng. Without him, we probably would have lost." Tang San admitted with a hint of embarrassment.
Wang Feng smiled awkwardly. "...If I hadn't knocked out Yu Tianheng with a single punch in the duo battle, I guess they wouldn't have taken us so seriously..."
"You can't say that." Flender responded.
Grandmaster shook his head and remarked, "The pressure and growth experienced by the seven of them in such intense battles must be immense! This is more crucial than their victory!"
Without uttering a word, Wang Feng nodded in agreement. Indeed, it is.
The more serious the battles, the greater the challenges, and subsequently, the stronger the growth. Facing formidable teams enhances a person's confidence and provides invaluable combat experience. The heightened pressure, when met with a triumphant outcome, results in increased confidence and expertise.
"Now, you'll all be gearing up for the third stage of training."
As cheers erupted, Grandmaster sobered the mood, injecting a dose of reality, "However, you have a few days of vacation."
Quickly shaking their heads, the team expressed their readiness. They were accustomed to challenges and with Wang Feng by their side, there was an underlying excitement and reassurance.
At that moment, a figure entered from outside.
"Dean Flender, are you in? Disciple Qin Ming has come to pay a visit..."
This person was none other than Qin Ming, now in a changed attire. Despite being around thirty, he appeared remarkably youthful. With a tinge of excitement, he gazed at Flender and Zhao Wuji and quickly knelt on one knee, displaying deep respect.
"Haha, you, quickly get up. I told you not to do this. And I thought you'd forgotten about us!" Zhao Wuji chuckled and quickly lifted hm up.
"The Ming Qin who just fought below, that's you, right?"
Upon hearing this, the Shrek Seven were taken aback. The one who fought last, possessing a mysterious mutant beast soul—a fortieth-level fiery wolf martial soul —was none other than Ming Qin. Wasn't he from the Emperor Team?
Qin Ming smiled with a hint of embarrassment and explained, "Guilty as charged. I am the teacher of the Emperor team. Yu Tianheng informed me about his previous encounter and suggested I temporarily join the match, eager to see the person that defeated him with a single punch..."
He paused and glanced at Wang Feng, adding, "I didn't expect it to be true."
"Teacher?" The Shrek Seven Devils exchanged puzzled glances.
"No wonder he was so formidable... It aligns exactly with what I suspected youe are suppressing your soul power and participating in the battle for brother Feng's involvement." Tang San whispered to himself.
"You can put that aside." Flender reassured Qin Ming, giving his shoulder a friendly pat.
"Come on, let me introduce you to the Shrek Seven Devils. They are your juniors and the newest batch of Shrek Academy's student. Come sit, I'll introduce to them…."
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