Shhh—!
Almost at the exact moment the referee's voice dropped, Dai Chengfeng's figure had already shot forward!
There was no earth-shattering burst of soul power, only the sheer speed and force tearing through the air, creating an explosive sound.
His target wasn't directly Yu Tianheng but seemed to be heading towards the well-prepared Shi brothers. However, his trajectory carried a strange arc, subtly enveloping the entire frontline of the Imperial Battle Team!
This scene felt somewhat familiar.
But this time, Dai Chengfeng didn't give any verbal commands or announce any tactics.
But!
At the very instant he moved…
Zhu Zhuqing's figure seemed to merge into the shadows within the light, silent as a ghost, swiftly circling around the edge of the arena towards the flank of the Imperial Battle Team!
Her gaze locked onto the trembling control-type soul master in the opponent's backline.
Hu Liena moved gracefully, not rushing forward immediately. Instead, a pink glow swirled around her, her enchanting eyes radiating a strong pink light, powerful mental fluctuations spreading like invisible tides, enveloping the entire arena.
Her seduction ability was ready to create opportunities for Dai Chengfeng and Zhu Zhuqing while disrupting the opponent's rhythm!
The three acted seamlessly, without the slightest hesitation, as if they had rehearsed it thousands of times.
This wordless, ultimate synergy made the hearts of the Imperial Battle Team members, who had just set up their formation, sink heavily!
"So fast!"
Yu Tianheng's pupils contracted. Dai Chengfeng's speed seemed to have increased even more compared to last time!
He dared not slack off and roared fiercely: "Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon, possession! Shi Mo and Shi Mo Er, hold your ground! Yufeng, take to the skies and disrupt that fox woman! Oslo, keep an eye on Zhu Zhuqing! Everyone else, support!"
Dazzling blue lightning erupted once again, dragon scales covering his arms. But this time, Yu Tianheng didn't recklessly transform into a dragon. Instead, he condensed his soul power, preparing to strike at the right moment.
Having learned from past mistakes, he knew that against a monster like Dai Chengfeng, unleashing full power without hitting the mark would only put him in extreme danger.
"First soul skill, Shield Formation!"
Shi Mo and Shi Mo Er roared, and the heavy shadow of the Black Tortoise Turtle reappeared. Two massive turtle shell shields overlapped, connecting with a solid yellow glow, forming a sturdy barrier to block Dai Chengfeng's charge.
They believed that as long as they could withstand the first wave and create opportunities for Yu Tianheng and their teammates, they still had a chance to win.
Yufeng spread his Windbell Bird wings, quickly ascending. Blades of wind gathered around him, targeting the seemingly "less threatening" Hu Liena behind.
Oslo's figure flickered like a leopard in the shadows, leaping towards Zhu Zhuqing's path of movement, attempting to intercept her.
However—
Just as Dai Chengfeng was about to crash into the Black Tortoise shield, his momentum suddenly halted without warning. He stomped his right foot heavily on the ground, shattering the granite!
Using this recoil, his entire body made an impossible right-angle turn, reversing direction and lunging towards Oslo, who was preparing to intercept Zhu Zhuqing!
"What?!"
Oslo was greatly alarmed, completely unprepared for Dai Chengfeng's true target to be himself!
That raging aura and terrifying pressure hit him instantly, making every hair on his body stand on end!
"Your opponent is me!"
Dai Chengfeng's voice was like the low whisper of death, a golden fist flash disappearing momentarily!
"Not good! Oslo, retreat quickly!"
Yu Tianheng shouted desperately, wanting to rescue him, but was hindered by the intentional gusts and pressure Dai Chengfeng created during his turn, causing a delay!
"Second soul skill: Panther Shadow Clone!"
In his panic, Oslo desperately unleashed his soul skill, splitting his body into three to confuse the opponent, while his real body retreated rapidly.
But Dai Chengfeng's lips curled into a cold smile. His spiritual power had reached the peak of Soul Douluo level; such a minor illusion couldn't deceive him.
The punch didn't slow down, accurately smashing into the left phantom!
"Bang!"
A muffled sound echoed. Oslo's real body was hit like a high-speed carriage, his clones instantly collapsing. He screamed, flying backward, crashing heavily into the light barrier at the edge of the arena, sliding down, unable to rise for the moment.
In one confrontation, the agile attack-type soul master of the Imperial Battle Team was eliminated!
And almost simultaneously as Dai Chengfeng sent Oslo flying, Zhu Zhuqing's figure, weightless like a ghost, had silently infiltrated the backline of the Imperial Battle Team!
The control-type soul master and another auxiliary-type soul master only then realized, panicking and trying to resist.
"First soul skill: Netherworld Piercing Strike!"
Zhu Zhuqing's speed left only a black streak, her claws aiming for the throat of the control-type soul master!
The control-type soul master was terrified out of his wits, his foot soul ring lighting up, wanting to release a control skill:
"Vine Bind…"
Before his words ended, a pink light arrived later but struck first, precisely hitting his head! It was Hu Liena's captivating impact!
"Uh…"
The control-type soul master's eyes instantly became dazed and confused, halting his impending soul skill.
It was this momentary pause that allowed Zhu Zhuqing's Netherworld claws to mercilessly strike his chest, sending him flying directly out of the arena!
Immediately after, Zhu Zhuqing didn't stop, her figure flashing again, dodging the hasty punch from the auxiliary-type soul master, circling behind him.
"Second soul skill: Netherworld Hundred Claws!"
Countless claw shadows burst forth, raining down like a storm on the protective soul force on the soul master's back.
Though it didn't break through the defense directly, the dense impact and penetration made him stumble forward, blood surging, leaving a wide opening!
And at this moment, having dealt with Oslo, Dai Chengfeng had already arrived like a shadow, not even using a soul skill, just a simple side kick!
"Boom!"
The auxiliary-type soul master felt as if a steel pillar had brutally swept his waist. Intense pain surged, his body uncontrollably flying sideways, following in his companion's footsteps.
In the blink of an eye, the backline and flank of the Imperial Battle Team were nearly collapsing!
"Bastards!"
Yu Tianheng watched helplessly as three teammates were instantly taken out, his eyes turning completely red, "Thunder Rage! Thunderous Might!"
He could no longer care for much, fully exploding, his whole body surging with lightning, countless thunder snakes and electric arrows crazily surging towards Dai Chengfeng and Zhu Zhuqing, trying to stop their slaughter.
Yufeng in the air frantically released wind blades, cutting towards Hu Liena and Zhu Zhuqing.
The Shi brothers roared, advancing with their shields, trying to compress the activity space of Dai Chengfeng and his team.
"Nana!" Dai Chengfeng called out softly.
"Got it!" Hu Liena responded with a giggle, her eyes glowing brightly pink, "Second soul skill: Fox Charm!"
A stronger mental charm force spread like a shockwave. The actions of Yu Tianheng and Yufeng, who were directly hit, both paused, their soul skills releasing noticeably sluggish.
Due to their martial soul characteristics, the Shi brothers had some resistance to mental attacks, but their advancing pace slowed down too.
Now!
Dai Chengfeng and Zhu Zhuqing exchanged glances, their figures flashing simultaneously, charging towards each other!
"What are they doing?"
Seeing this, Yu Tianheng's eyes were filled with confusion. After all, with such a great offensive opportunity now, why weren't Dai Chengfeng and Zhu Zhuqing thinking about continuing their attack but wasting time regrouping?
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