A water dragon suddenly appeared, bringing forth a large wave of water that flooded the area outside the arena, turning it into a shallow water zone.
The audience erupted into a commotion, with everyone exclaiming in surprise.
In one day, Chen Xuan had shocked the crowd multiple times.
First, it was the ten-thousand-year spirit ring, then the speed that crushed the agility-type spirit masters, and that blue sphere, with power comparable to a regular Spirit Elder's fourth spirit ability.
Now, this person also displayed a water-based spirit ability, and on a significant scale too.
This was incredibly shocking, almost an impossible feat.
A spirit master's abilities are determined by their martial spirit, and it is rare for someone to control both fire and water, while also having incredible speed. Such a spirit master is almost nonexistent.
The five elemental academies—fire, wind, lightning, etc.—each focused on one element only. It was nearly impossible to master any other elements.
It was obvious to anyone paying attention that Chen Xuan's martial spirit was neither water-based nor speed-related, yet he could control water, outpace agility-type spirit masters of the same rank, and even use a wind-based spirit ability. All these different abilities gathered in one person were simply unbelievable.
**The VIP Stand**
Emperor Xue Ye showed a rare expression of interest and asked Chief Meng Shenji, "What is this young man's martial spirit, and which sect does he belong to?"
He was a person who highly valued talent and had taken an interest in both Chen Xuan and Tang San.
Not long ago, he had sent the prince, Xue Qinghe, to make contact with Tang San.
Meng Shenji quickly responded, "Your Majesty, according to my investigation, this young man named Chen Xuan comes from a small village, with no family, no sect, and only a younger sister. He joined Blue Tyrant Academy, now Shrek Academy, three years ago."
As the chief of Heaven Dou Imperial Academy and a figure at the top of the pyramid, this kind of information couldn't be hidden from him; a little investigation revealed everything.
"Excellent, excellent, excellent. This child is extraordinary, precisely the kind of talent the royal family needs." Emperor Xue Ye stroked his beard and smiled, growing more and more interested in Chen Xuan.
Meng Shenji understood his intent and immediately left the VIP stand to discuss future matters with others.
In fact, it wasn't just the royal family; the moment Chen Xuan revealed his ten-thousand-year spirit ring, the major sects had already considered recruiting him.
Everyone knew that prodigies like Tang San and Chen Xuan didn't need all the resources at their disposal; just a bit of nurturing would ensure they reached the Spirit Douluo level without any problems.
Salas's eyes narrowed, a cold gleam flashing within as certain thoughts began to form in his mind.
Ning Fengzhi stroked his chin, considering whether he could have his daughter Rongrong approach Chen Xuan, especially since they were both at the same academy.
**The Arena**
Earlier, when Tang San was surrounded by three members of the Blazing Fire Team, everyone thought it was a sure defeat. However, the unexpected happened.
Huo Wushuang, Huo Yun, and Huo Yu's strength was clear for all to see. Despite being outnumbered three to one, they were toyed with by a Blue Silver Grass spirit master as if they were mere clowns.
Facing the three of them, Tang San relied on the Tang Sect's secret techniques to turn danger into safety. With just one move, Ghost Shadow Perplexing Track, he easily evaded Huo Wushuang and Huo Yu's joint attack.
After a dozen exchanges, they still couldn't even touch a strand of Tang San's hair, and the fight dragged on until Dai Mubai, Zhu Zhuqing, and others rushed back.
Huo Wu gritted her teeth, using her Repelling Fire Ring to bounce away the attacking water flow. In the blink of an eye, Huo Wushuang and Huo Yun were thrown back, each suffering minor injuries.
This team battle seemed to have turned into Tang San's personal fight. Facing three spirit masters from the Blazing Fire Academy, he not only handled them with ease but also counterattacked, using Blue Silver Grass to control Huo Yun and Huo Yu, stalling until his teammates arrived.
What was originally Shrek's disadvantage was forcibly turned around by Tang San alone, making Blazing Fire Academy the ones at a disadvantage. The situation had reversed once again.
"Xiao San, well done. As expected of the soul of our Shrek team," Dai Mubai laughed heartily, patting Tang San on the shoulder.
"Third Young Master, you're too monstrous. Those three from Blazing Fire Academy together couldn't do anything to you," Tai Long said, his admiration for Tang San growing.
At this moment, after finishing off the Spirit Elder-level Huo Lie, Chen Xuan retreated back to the Shrek team's side.
Dai Mubai and Tai Long didn't notice him; their attention was entirely on Tang San.
Tang San's brilliance was too overwhelming, and coupled with their urgent need for help earlier, they hadn't paid attention to Chen Xuan's battle with Huo Lie.
However, Jiang Zhu's eyes were always on him. When he returned to the team, she hurriedly ran over, asking if he needed healing.
Chen Xuan nodded and did not refuse. Jiang Zhu's ability was to restore spirit power, which was exactly what he needed after expending his own.
Zhu Zhuqing, with her cold and elegant demeanor, stood slightly to the side, her beautiful eyes occasionally glancing at Chen Xuan with a hint of curiosity.
Huo Lie's strength was obvious to all, and as a fellow agility-type, she knew very well that even if she used her fourth spirit ability, Ghost Shadow Split, she couldn't finish an opponent in such a short time.
From the moment they started going all out, it had been less than two minutes.
This kind of achievement…
Zhu Zhuqing's gaze involuntarily shifted to Dai Mubai. Even with his advantage of being at level 43, would he be able to accomplish the same?
Thinking of the Star Luo Team, Zhu Zhuqing's mood gradually darkened. With her and Dai Mubai's current strength, would they really be able to defeat those two in the future?
At this time, in the Blazing Fire Team, with three members injured, Huo Wu decided to take action, forced to use her ultimate move.
Originally, this move was intended to be saved for the knockout rounds, but they didn't want to lose, so they had no choice.
Her beautiful eyes flashed with determination, and after exchanging a glance with two support spirit masters, they understood the vice-captain's intentions.
"Third spirit ability, Meteor Shower!"
"Third spirit ability, Meteor Shower!"
The two support spirit masters shouted in unison, exerting all their strength. A surge of spirit power erupted from them, with small flames appearing, and sparks flying, gathering into masses of fire energy.
They kept extracting their spirit power until the very last drop was used, and finally collapsed from exhaustion.
This time, the energy within the flames was five times greater than before, unparalleled and integrated into Huo Wu's body, creating a majestic momentum.
She raised her hands, and sparks flickered in the air, quickly igniting into flames.
As Huo Wu released her spirit power, the flame rapidly expanded, growing dozens of times larger in an instant, transforming into a massive fireball with a diameter of fifteen meters, radiating intense heat.
"It's over!" Huo Wu said coldly, with a slight wave of her hand, sending the fifteen-meter-wide fireball, engulfed in fierce flames, flying towards them.
At this moment, the arena was ablaze with fire, the air unbearably hot.
The fireball was like the arrival of a great flame emperor, scorching the air, towering as high as a five-story building, exuding an overwhelming sense of oppression.
"Fourth spirit ability, Fire Dance Radiance!"
This was her ultimate move, a combined full-power attack with her two teammates, far surpassing the power of a Spirit King's fifth spirit ability.
The Shrek team watched as the massive fireball flew towards them, feeling the heat waves on their faces, their clothes being blown by the wind.
A drop of cold sweat appeared on Dai Mubai's forehead, and his hands trembled slightly, unsure whether it was from excitement or fear.
Jiang Zhu's face turned pale, her eyes filled with fear as she unconsciously hid behind Chen Xuan, clutching a corner of his clothes.
"So naive," Tang San said calmly, walking towards the fireball without any fear.
In the eyes of the shocked spectators, he stopped and stood still, ready to face the overwhelming flames.
"Xiao San, are you crazy?" Dai Mubai shouted in worry, but he didn't step forward.
"Brother!" Xiao Wu initially wanted to rush forward, but she hesitated for a second, thinking of her own now-tainted body.
In that one second, the scorching fireball was about to hit Tang San.
"First spirit ability, Blue Silver Grass Entanglement."
At the last moment, more than a dozen Blue Silver Grass vines rose from the ground, wrapping around Tang San like a cocoon.
With a loud bang, the fireball exploded, flames shooting up into the sky, scorching the area and engulfing Tang San's figure.
Looking at the massive fireball, Chen Xuan couldn't help but marvel at its power, which was definitely above his Great Fireball, at least twice as strong.
"This level of flame, with my current strength as a Soul Elder, would likely require me to activate the third form of Susanoo to fully defend against it," he assessed himself before coming to this conclusion.
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