Shrek Academy's lounge.
"Damn it, targeting us, it's blatant targeting!"
This time it was Flander speaking. Why was he so furious? Of course, it was because Canghui Academy's compensation had been demanded—and granted.
A full fifty million gold soul coins. This was practically asking for Shrek Academy's life. Selling Shrek Academy wouldn't even be worth fifty million gold soul coins.
Twenty million gold soul coins could build an advanced soul master academy. Even the most luxurious Heaven Dou Imperial Academy at the time cost only about one hundred million.
Now that Shrek Academy's reputation had declined, getting twenty-five million would already be a bargain. Facing a huge compensation of fifty million, they simply didn't have it.
"If only Ning Rongrong were here, she could have produced some gold soul coins for us."
At times of financial trouble, everyone immediately thought of sweet, naive Ning Rongrong—basically, they were just eyeing her gold soul coins.
While everyone was feeling dejected over the compensation, Tang San spoke up, his tone naturally firm: "Headmaster Flander, why do we have to pay this money?"
On Douluo Continent, simple logic made Tang San unable to understand—if they didn't pay, wouldn't that solve the problem?
"If you don't pay, your competition qualification is revoked. Otherwise, I wouldn't care."
Flander rolled his eyes at Tang San. Did he really think he was so stingy that he was just paying the money? No, failing to pay simply meant losing the right to compete.
"So it's like that."
Tang San's face darkened at Flander's explanation. The organizers of this Soul Master Tournament were practically courting death, blatantly targeting Shrek Academy.
And Canghui Academy—just two dead weaklings, and they were being aggressive toward them. Equally courting death.
To secure a spot in the finals, to win the championship, and claim seven ten-thousand-year soul bones, Tang San and the others would not let this opportunity slip.
After all, fifty million gold soul coins were insignificant compared to seven ten-thousand-year soul bones.
After pondering for a while, Tang San suddenly said: "Let's temporarily mortgage Shrek Academy, but we must deliver it only after the competition ends. After all, we still need to compete."
"Moreover, when the competition ends, why should we hand over Shrek Academy? By then, canceling our competition qualification would no longer affect us."
After speaking, Tang San let out a light laugh, inwardly marveling at his own genius plan.
"Alright, then it's settled."
Flander listened to Tang San's plan and finally agreed. A small academy like Canghui really didn't have the nerve to claim Shrek Academy.
He then walked out to negotiate with the team leader of Canghui Academy.
Since Shrek Academy had undergone a financial inspection, their account balance was almost zero—apparently because their training was outdated and students had run off.
This left Canghui Academy's representatives completely shocked.
In the end, they reluctantly agreed to accept Shrek Academy as collateral, and under the joint witnessing of the Heaven Dou Tournament organizers and Spirit Hall, the mortgage documents were signed.
…
For three consecutive days, with no matches and after suffering indignities over the past few days, Tang San and the others had been holding back their anger.
They wished they could simply cripple the next opponent on the spot, leaving no chance for the referees to intervene.
At this moment, the referees had no idea what the Shrek Seven Devils were thinking. Even if they did, they wouldn't care—they were just clowns.
Next, the captains of the sixteen teams drew lots, and the final matchups were announced by the referees.
"Announcing the fourth round matchups."
"Shenfeng Academy vs. Thunder Academy."
"Tianshui Academy vs. Purple Star Academy."
"Heaven Dou Imperial First Team vs. Shrek Academy."
…
As the list was announced, the Shrek Seven Devils immediately erupted in frustration. Could it really be such a coincidence? The first preliminaries match was against Heaven Dou Imperial First Team, and the first promotion round match would also be against Heaven Dou Imperial First Team.
"A setup! There's absolutely a setup!"
Ma Hongjun said indignantly, forgetting for a moment that it was Tang San who drew the lot.
"What's there to fear? Now Tang San is a Soul Saint. Who wins or loses isn't so certain."
Dai Mubai wrapped his arm around Ma Hongjun's neck, leaning on his shoulder, proudly saying:
"Now that we have a Soul Saint, this little Heaven Dou Imperial First Team—today is the day they get their comeuppance."
"Exactly, fatty. With Third Brother here, what's there to worry about?"
Feng Xiaotian also chuckled lightly, showing confidence. In his mind, Tang San was destined to become a god—how could he lose?
Dai Mubai looked at Tang San, worshipped by all around him, feeling a pang of envy. Once upon a time, he himself had been the one receiving attention from the likes of Ma Hongjun and Oscar. Now, he had become just a background figure for Tang San.
"Shura God, I, Dai Mubai, can do it too!"
Thinking this, Dai Mubai gritted his teeth. In this life, he would become the big brother.
Because the match was in the afternoon, the Shrek Seven Devils didn't bother observing the other academies' strength. With a Soul Saint among them, they simply didn't care about the competition.
In the VIP stands, when Ning Fengzhi learned that Shrek Academy's opponent was Heaven Dou Imperial First Team, his gaze shifted to Xue Xing.
He didn't know how such coincidence could occur, letting the Shrek Seven Devils start off against the strongest team.
Sensing Ning Fengzhi's gaze, Xue Xing half-jokingly said:
"Why does Ning Sect Leader stare at me? Are you trying to predict which team, Shrek Academy or Heaven Dou Imperial First Team, will survive to the end?"
"Hehe, nothing, I'm just marveling at the coincidence. Two strong teams facing each other right at the start—it's truly fate playing tricks."
Ning Fengzhi snorted coldly. Though his face showed no emotion, the subtle sarcasm in his tone betrayed his feelings.
He clearly suspected a hidden hand manipulating the match, arranging for Shrek Seven Devils to face Heaven Dou Imperial First Team right away.
Xue Xing, appearing somewhat surprised, feigned ignorance:
"Ning Sect Leader must be mistaken. How can Shrek Seven Devils be considered a strong team? Have you seen a team ranked just above tenth in the preliminaries? Barely qualified, that's hardly a strong team."
Although he knew the Shrek Seven Devils were talented, compared to the overwhelming strength of Heaven Dou Imperial First Team, any team would seem weak.
Xue Xing spoke casually, while secretly laughing to himself. The draw was made by Tang San; no one interfered. Clearly, it was just bad luck. Yet Ning Fengzhi complained about fate and blamed the heavens and earth—who spoiled you?
On second thought, this was fine. Ning Fengzhi was foolish like this, posing less future threat.
Ning Fengzhi also sensed the condescension in Xue Xing's words but remained composed:
"Although Heaven Dou Imperial First Team is strong, they are arrogant and reckless. When I watch them compete, they show no strategy, relying solely on brute strength to crush opponents."
"In contrast, the Shrek Seven Devils are led by Tang San, and each match has corresponding tactics. This is what those talented youths should learn. Even when a lion fights a rabbit, one must use all one's strength."
This analysis amused Xue Xing, causing him to chuckle, which in turn made Ning Fengzhi feel a mix of shame and anger. He asked: "Your Majesty, why are you laughing?"
"Nothing. But Ning Sect Leader, do you know why Heaven Dou Imperial First Team only uses one member at a time?"
"They follow an elite path. Each member is a full team on their own. When separated, they have their own judgment and don't rely on others. In the future, each will break through to become a Titled Douluo. Together, the seven can equal—no, even surpass—a hundred-thousand-strong army."
"Meanwhile, the Shrek Seven Devils may appear to have individual plans, but they still follow Tang San. Without Tang San, the Shrek Seven Devils would just be a group of useless people, unable to stir any waves."
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