Eliminating the support-type Soul Masters of Blazing Academy was the first step. After that, Tang San, Yu Tianheng, and the others pressed their advantage, relying entirely on sheer strength to crush their opponents without needing complex tactics.
"Second Soul Skill, Picking Flowers Flying Leaves!"
"Fourth Soul Skill, Blue Lightning Divine Dragon Swiftness!"
"..."
Faced with continuous and dense attacks, the remaining six members of Blazing Academy were simply unable to defend themselves.
Especially Tang San's second soul skill, although its raw power was not as great as Yu Tianheng's fourth soul skill, its advantage lay in its continuous and relentless nature, attacking like a storm that was impossible to defend against.
With the enhancement of his hidden weapon techniques, the effect of this second soul skill was comparable even to a ten-thousand-year soul skill.
Of course, only Tang San in the entire continent could maximize the effect of this soul skill; even if others possessed this same soul ring, they could only unleash the power of a hundred-year soul skill at most.
"Royal Fighting Team wins!"
As the last member of Blazing Academy fell, the host immediately announced the result.
In less than three minutes from the start of the match, Blazing Academy was completely crushed by the Royal Fighting Team, without any power to resist.
The next moment, the entire arena instantly erupted in cheers.
"I didn't expect the Royal Fighting Team to be so strong, especially their captain. He only used his first two soul skills throughout the entire match. It's ridiculously strong!"
"After all, he's Lin Mu's disciple. It's normal for his talent to be stronger than ours."
"So he's Lin Mu's disciple? Then it's not surprising."
Mentioning Lin Mu's name immediately calmed everyone down.
Although Tang San's displayed strength was astonishing, compared to Lin Mu's brilliant achievements, it seemed somewhat ordinary. However, compared to the other contestants, Tang San was definitely in a league of his own.
As for the other members of the Royal Fighting Team, apart from Yu Tianheng who could hold his own, the remaining five were basically just coasting along.
"The Royal Fighting Team is actually this strong."
In the Spirit Hall viewing area, Yu Xiaogang frowned, a sense of foreboding creeping into his heart. Judging from their performance in this match, the Royal Fighting Team was more than capable of challenging the Spirit Hall Golden Generation team.
Moreover, he knew very well that this lineup wasn't the Royal Fighting Team's full strength, since Ye Lingling and the Shi brothers hadn't played.
"Could it be that Lin Mu is really more suitable to be the team leader than me?"
At this moment, Yu Xiaogang couldn't help but fall into self-doubt. A large part of the reason he chose to join Spirit Hall was to use the Spirit Hall team's strength to defeat Lin Mu.
In his view, the Royal Fighting Team was the weakest of the three seeded teams, so how could they possibly be a match for the Spirit Hall Golden Generation team? He never expected that after less than two years of Lin Mu's training, the Royal Fighting Team's strength would improve so much.
"No, I absolutely cannot lose. I have to think of a way."
Thinking of this, Yu Xiaogang's gaze fell on Yu Tianheng, and suddenly a good idea came to him. If he could persuade Yu Tianheng to throw the match, it would be equivalent to cutting off one of the Royal Fighting Team's arms.
Yu Xiaogang was confident in handling his nephew; after all, he was Yu Tianheng's most respected uncle.
Inside the rest area of the Star Luo Empire Royal Academy.
"I didn't expect Zhu Zhuqing to join the Royal Fighting Team. I wonder if my good brother is also in the Royal Fighting Team."
As he finished speaking, a cold glint flashed in Dai Weisi's eyes.
If Dai Mubai joined the Royal Fighting Team, it would be a great disgrace to the Star Luo royal family.
"He is, after all, a prince; I doubt he would choose to betray his country," Zhu Zhuyun said softly, sitting beside Dai Weisi.
Dai Weisi scoffed at this, saying disdainfully, "That's hard to say. He's always been cowardly; he'll do anything to save his life."
The competition for the throne in the Star Luo Empire had always been brutal. However, Dai Weisi was six years older than Dai Mubai, and following a normal cultivation path, Dai Mubai was almost certainly no match for him.
In reality, Dai Mubai wasn't without a chance; at least his Innate Soul Power was definitely superior to Dai Weisi's, likely around level nine. If he focused all his energy on cultivation, he might be able to defeat Dai Weisi.
"When you get the inheritance, what do you plan to do with them?"
As she said this, a complex look flashed in Zhu Zhuyun's eyes, perhaps out of pity for her sister.
Hearing this, Dai Weisi stroked his chin and said calmly, "Even if I wanted to let them go, the people behind me would wipe them out to prevent future troubles."
The competition for the throne is always a winner-takes-all affair; no one wants to leave a hidden danger behind.
A moment later, Dai Weisi changed the subject, saying meaningfully, "However, Zhu Zhuqing is still useful. If we can use her to win over Lin Mu, we might be able to spare her life."
Hearing this, Zhu Zhuyun's expression changed slightly, and she sighed inwardly, realizing she couldn't escape this fate.
Meanwhile, deep within the core area of the Star Dou Great Forest.
The Ferocious Beasts were frantically squeezing the energy of the Skydream Iceworm.
In an instant, Di Tian suddenly appeared in the area. Sensing his presence, the Ferocious Beasts all awoke.
"Di Tian, what happened again?"
Bi Ji gracefully stood up, looking at Di Tian with a hint of worry in her eyes.
The last time Di Tian awakened them, a major event had occurred: the Scarlet King was hunted down and killed by Duanmu Yan of Spirit Hall.
Could it be that this guy was back again?
First, he hunted down two Emerald Swans, and then he hunted down the Scarlet King, severely weakening the strength of the Soul Beast race and indirectly causing the deaths of countless Soul Beasts.
He was practically a Soul Beast killing machine!
"According to my senses, that guy is currently inside Spirit City," Di Tian said gravely.
Upon hearing this, Bi Ji, Xiong Jun, and the other Ferocious Beasts' expressions instantly turned serious.
After a pause, Di Tian continued, "To prevent this person from joining forces with Spirit Hall, I plan to personally take action to eliminate this threat to the Soul Beast race."
"Spirit Hall possesses divine inheritance; are you sure you want to take action personally?"
Bi Ji frowned slightly, clearly not wanting Di Tian to take such a risk. Attracting the attention of the God Realm would be counterproductive. Although Duanmu Yan's actions were truly despicable, the safety of their Lord was more important at the moment.
"Don't worry, I won't act within Spirit City. As soon as he leaves, I will eliminate him with swift and decisive action," Di Tian said casually, clearly not taking Lin Mu seriously.
Seeing this, Bi Ji became even more worried, feeling that this plan was somewhat unreliable. She immediately asked, "Then who will be responsible for the Lord's safety?"
"This operation... I have already obtained the Lord's approval," Di Tian said firmly, his hands behind his back.
Seeing that his mind was made up, Bi Ji didn't try to persuade him further. Besides, eliminating this Soul Beast killing machine would indeed be of great benefit to the Soul Beast race.
Immediately, Di Tian looked at Xiong Jun and ordered, "Xiong Jun, you're coming with me this time."
"Huh?"
Hearing this order, Xiong Jun felt bewildered. Since Di Tian was already planning to take action personally, why did he need to go along?