"The Tiandou Royal Team has defeated the Xingluo Royal Team. They are indeed a formidable team and one to watch out for. I hope they can secure a place in the final of the championship,"
someone on the platform said.
They were very optimistic about the Tiandou Royal Team.
"Tch, the Tiandou Royal Team only won because their opponents underestimated them at the start. They will definitely lose in the next match against the Spirit Hall Battle Team,"
Da Master said.
"I also think they were just lucky this time. Next time they face us, they might not be so fortunate!"
At this moment, Tang San spoke.
The rest remained silent.
On the stage,
Zhu Zhuyun and Davis supported each other as they approached Zhu Zhuqing, their eyes filled with an unwillingness to accept defeat as they looked at Zhu Zhuqing.
Although the match had ended, their fighting spirit as sisters had not!
"I didn't expect you to become so strong in such a short time, but our struggle isn't over,"
Zhu Zhuyun said at this moment.
Zhu Zhuqing looked at her silently, not saying a word.
Then they turned and left.
"Let's go find Instructor Feng and the others,"
Osslor said at that moment.
"Instructor, we didn't let you down. We beat the Xingluo Royal Team and avenged Zhu Qing student, also securing a good result for our Tiandou Royal Team,"
Yu Tianheng said.
"Haha, today is such a joyous day. Our Tiandou Royal Team defeated our opponent, the Xingluo Royal Team. Captain, you guys are so awesome,"
Shimo said.
"It was too satisfying to have the Xingluo Royal Team beaten so soundly,"
Dugu Yan said.
Her gaze then shifted to all the team members, her mouth curving slightly upwards.
"Hmph, the Xingluo Royal Team only looks impressive on the surface. When it really came down to it, they were no match for us,"
Yu Tianheng said at this moment.
"That's right! Yu Tianheng, you disappointed me this time. You took too much time during the match, and I'm very dissatisfied with that!"
"That's not your true level!"
Ye Feng said sternly.
"Indeed, I took too much time. Next time I will try harder,"
Yu Tianheng said to Ye Feng.
"Overall, everyone performed quite well. Strive to do better in the next match. Today's match wasn't easy. You all have no matches for the next two days, so you can relax a bit tonight,"
Ye Feng said to everyone.
"So, can we have a good celebration with a barbecue tonight? What do you think of this idea?"
Shimo said.
"Yes, we haven't had a good meal in a long time. Tonight we have time to relax and enjoy ourselves,"
Yu Tianheng said with a smile.
"Sorry everyone, I will not join your activity. But don't return too late and be safe on your way. I have to stop by the organizing committee,"
Ye Feng said to them.
Everyone looked at him with puzzled expressions upon hearing this.
"Alright, since the instructor has business, we shouldn't force him,"
Dugu Yan said.
"Mm!"
Ye Feng responded to everyone.
"Then, instructor, we will leave first,"
everyone said.
Watching everyone leave, Ye Feng also departed.
Ye Feng walked towards his living quarters.
He sat cross-legged on the bed, closed his eyes, and cultivated in meditation.
Suddenly, a familiar step reached his ears.
"Who is it!"
Ye Feng said with a frown.
Who could come to visit him at this time? Tian Heng and the others had just gone for a late-night snack, hadn't they?
Who could it be!
Just as Ye Feng was in a state of befuddlement, this person stood outside his door.
"It's me, Zhu Zhuqing. Instructor, I would like to have a word with you alone, do you have the time?"
Zhu Zhuqing asked Ye Feng.
Ye Feng looked puzzled.
"Oh, it's you, Zhu Qing. Why aren't you with everyone else? It's such a rare opportunity to come and find me, is there an emergency?"
"Please come in, and we'll talk inside,"
Ye Feng said.
"Thank you, instructor!"
As soon as Zhu Zhuqing entered, she thanked Ye Feng.
"If you're going to thank anyone, it should be everyone for winning today's match. It was the result of a collective effort. Besides, we're mentor and mentee—there's no need for thanks. And you performed outstandingly in the arena today. I hope you can maintain such strength in the upcoming finals,"
Ye Feng said.
"Instructor, you already know, don't you?"
Zhu Zhuqing asked.
The affairs of their royal line were something Ye Feng had long been aware of; he merely hadn't announced it publicly.
"Apart from the royal family, I can hardly imagine another family's internal rivalry being so intense as to lead to sisters being pitted against each other in actual combat,"
Ye Feng said.
He expressed his incomprehension about such bizarre rules in their family!
"Today we defeated the Xingluo Royal Team, including my sister Zhu Zhuyun."
"But I didn't expect that Davis and my sister, Zhuyun, couldn't handle our Tiandou Royal Team even when they teamed up. It seems their team wasn't as tough to beat as we imagined,"
Zhu Zhuqing said emphatically.
A smile brightened Zhu Zhuqing's face.
She had never been so happy!
"Then the relationship between you two sisters truly is do or die."
Ye Feng spoke up.
"If I were to fail in the competition, I might indeed die on the stage, and even my Soul Power could be crippled, banishing me to live out my days confined in some remote place."
Zhu Qing said.
Afterward, the two of them stepped out onto the balcony.
"This vast Spirit City you see now, on this side is the Tiandou Empire, and on the other is the Xingluo Empire. But what you may not know is that without Wuhun Hall interfering, this world would have long been ours in the Xingluo Empire. Whether in terms of national power or military strength, the Xingluo Empire far surpasses the Tiandou Empire. The main reason for that is the special competitive method of our royal line. Although it's cruel, every generation of imperial consort who rises through this method stands out, not something the Tiandou Empire can compare with."
"The only advantage the Tiandou Empire has is the support of the upper three families within its borders. Although the Blue Electric Overlord Dragon Clan and the Hao Tian Clan never involve themselves in politics, the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect has always supported the Tiandou Empire."
"It was only in recent years that the Tiandou Empire started to develop more quickly, and some problems also emerged within our Xingluo Empire. That's when the balance of power between the two empires began to move towards equilibrium."
Zhu Qing explained.
Although Zhu Qing hadn't returned to her family in the Xingluo Empire for several years, she still knew some details about the situation there.
"Isn't this exactly what Wuhun Hall wants to see?"
Ye Feng asked.
"Indeed, if the Xingluo Empire were to defeat the Tiandou Empire and the two empires merged into one unified, strong empire, then Wuhun Hall would cease to exist. After all, no centralized imperial authority would tolerate such a powerful organization, so Wuhun Hall has always been covertly balancing power between both sides."
Zhu Qing continued.
Ye Feng listened intently.
So it turned out there was such complexity in the relationships. Though Wuhun Hall was powerful, it wasn't yet strong enough to dominate the entire continent, so it could only temporarily maintain a balance of power between the two empires in secret.
Ye Feng muttered to himself.
Suddenly, a familiar figure stealthily observed their movements from the shadows.
This familiar figure hadn't been seen for a considerable time.
Tang Hao!
Ye Feng happened to notice this as well.
At this moment, Ye Feng chose not to inform Zhu Qing that the person following them was Tang Hao.
"Master, what's this about!"
Zhu Qing was suddenly pulled behind the eaves by Ye Feng, which confused her.
What's going on, why did Master act like this! Everything was fine just a moment ago, and then suddenly it wasn't.
Zhu Qing mused privately.
While she was still stunned,
"Don't speak. We're being watched."
Ye Feng said in a lowered voice.
"Could it be someone from Wuhun Hall?"
Zhu Qing guessed.
"Master, your situation is very dangerous right now, you know Wuhun Hall will not let you off easily, especially after you refused their invitation last time."
Zhu Qing said to Ye Feng.
"Master, after the final tournament, I'll return to the Xingluo Empire. Why don't you come back with me? Now I have earned the right to compete with my sister Zhu Zhuyun. The royal household of the Xingluo Empire is much stronger than the Tiandou Empire, and Wuhun Hall wouldn't dare to pressure us."
Zhu Qing extended an invitation to Ye Feng.
She hoped her master would join their royal household of the Xingluo Empire.
"Zhu Qing, I appreciate your kindness, and I take it to heart, but I don't want to go to the Xingluo Empire for the time being. I already have plans for after the final tournament."
Ye Feng said to her.
"If you come to my territory, Master, whatever training environment you need, I can provide for you. I hope you'll consider visiting our Xingluo Empire once more."
Zhu Qing confidently spoke.
"If I have the chance, I will certainly pay a visit."
Ye Feng said to Zhu Qing.
"Is that true, Master? You have to keep your word then," Zhu Qing said smilingly.
"I see it's getting late, you should return and rest well."
Ye Feng told her.
"Mm."
Zhu Qing responded.
Afterward, Zhu Qing left.
"This year's Continental Senior Soul Master Elite Finals will be held here in Wuhun Hall."
"Yes, it's a pity that non-competitors cannot watch the matches. I hear that the legendary three young people who earned the Purple Record Medal from Wuhun Hall will be appearing."
"Talents emerge in each new generation. I remember when we were young and took part in that grand competition—it was filled with elites."
"It just remains to be seen which newcomers will appear in this year's tournament. In the future, these individuals will surely be leaders among the Soul Masters of the Douluo Continent!"
The group began to discuss.
Early the next morning,
members of the Tiandou Royal Team also arrived one after another in the meeting room waiting for Ye Feng.
"Is everyone here?"
Ye Feng asked the group.
"Yes, everyone's here."
Yu Tianheng spoke up.
As the team captain, he had already taken the roll call earlier.
"Tomorrow our opponents will be The Three Seed Teams of Wuhun Hall. I hope you all will give your all and take the match seriously. Everyone performed very well in the last match, and I hope we can secure a victory in this one too."
Ye Feng addressed them.
"Instructor Feng, do you still not have confidence in us? We have a lot of faith in ourselves. No matter what kind of opponent we face, we will overcome them."
Osslor said passionately.
"Absolutely," Yu Tianheng quickly added.
"Tomorrow our opponent is from the three seed teams of Wuhun Hall. Do not underestimate this team; they are all very strong. Especially on their team, make sure to pay attention to the captain, Evil Moon, and the vice-captain, Hulena, along with Yan. These three members are all Soul Sages above level 70, and the rest of the team members are Soul Emperors above level 60. They are the highest in terms of soul power level of this elite competition's participants, and these three are also hailed as the three great talents of the Golden Generation by Wuhun Hall."
"Hulena is Evil Moon's sister; they each took on their parents' surnames and inherited their parents' Martial Souls."
Ye Feng continued.
At this point, everyone listened very seriously to Ye Feng as he explained about the three seed teams of Wuhun Hall.
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