Hearing Hu Liena suddenly say she wanted to go to the City of Slaughter for training, Bibi Dong's heart tightened, and she quickly asked, "Why?"
As one of the few living Killing Gods in the world, Bibi Dong knew very well that the City of Slaughter was no ordinary place.
Although Hu Liena was strong, in Bibi Dong's eyes, her disciple was still lacking. At the very least, she should wait until her soul power reached six rings before going. Otherwise, relying solely on her current strength, there was a high chance she would enter but never leave.
"A mistake can happen once or even twice, but never a third time. I've already lost twice—I ask my teacher to grant me this chance!"
Hu Liena responded without hesitation.
Hearing this, Bibi Dong fell silent.
She had watched Hu Liena grow up and understood her disciple's strong-willed nature. Once she set her mind on something, not even a hundred-thousand-year soul beast could pull her back.
Right now, her decision to go to the City of Slaughter might have been made in the heat of the moment. However, once the thought had taken root in her heart, even if she calmed down later, she would still go through with it.
After a long silence, Bibi Dong finally spoke, "Nana, I will have someone send you information about the City of Slaughter. I am giving you seven days to think it over carefully before making your final decision."
Bibi Dong did not outright reject Hu Liena's request. According to her original plan, Hu Liena was meant to go to the City of Slaughter—just not now. The timing should be after she reached six or even seven rings.
There was no doubt that the City of Slaughter was extraordinary. If one could achieve a hundred consecutive victories in the Hell Slaughter Arena and successfully pass through Hell Road, they would obtain the power of the Slaughter God Domain.
Bibi Dong didn't believe that an ordinary person could bestow such a domain. Even the strongest elder in the Supreme Pontiff Hall, who was only half a step away from godhood, couldn't do it. Only a deity above rank one hundred had such power.
Moreover, her own Rakshasa God Trial had been unexpectedly granted after she obtained the Slaughter God Domain, proving the uniqueness of the City of Slaughter.
In Bibi Dong's opinion, barring unforeseen circumstances, the City of Slaughter was likely a trial ground left behind by a deity. Since Hu Liena was her disciple, she naturally had to take this chance.
If Hu Liena had extraordinary luck and gained the favor of a god, her future achievements would be beyond imagination.
Of course, even if she failed, it wouldn't matter. Once Bibi Dong ascended to the Rakshasa Godhood, she could always support her disciple.
With the power of a deity, wouldn't she be able to create a rank 99 Peerless Douluo if necessary?
"Yes, Teacher."
Hearing Bibi Dong's approval, Hu Liena nodded and exited the Pope's Hall.
Watching her leave, Bibi Dong's mind drifted to another figure—someone just as strong-willed as Hu Liena. Her brows furrowed slightly, and a trace of sorrow appeared in her eyes.
The sun shone brightly in the clear sky.
After breakfast, the Blazing Fire Team and T
Sky Water Team, heads held high, set off for the grand plaza in front of the Pope's Hall. Today, they would compete in the final battle for the championship of the Soul Master Tournament.
Although they were opponents, the atmosphere between the two teams was incredibly harmonious—something that had never happened in previous tournaments.
After all, the captains of both teams were a couple, and after the competition, their respective academies would merge into a new institution. Naturally, their bond was extremely close.
Not long after, the two teams arrived at the stone steps leading to Spirit Mountain.
"Bing'er~"
Mu Yang called out to Shui Bing'er.
"Hm?"
Shui Bing'er blinked, her beautiful ice-blue eyes turning toward Mu Yang.
"Do your best! Give it your all!"
Mu Yang said seriously.
"Alright!"
Seeing this, Shui Bing'er smiled and nodded.
Then, both teams ascended Spirit Mountain.
At this moment, in front of the Pope's Hall, seven gilded chairs were already occupied. Seated were the Supreme Pontiff Bibi Dong, Ning Fengzhi, and five titled Douluo. As for the three spirit bones awarded to the champion, they rested quietly on a red silk tray, radiating a faint glow.
"The finals of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament are about to begin. Both teams, prepare yourselves. The match will start in fifteen minutes."
With all the key figures in place, the referee on the field announced the start of the match.
Upon hearing this, the numerous guests and spectators present all focused their attention. The championship match was about to begin, and it was time to witness who would be crowned the strongest genius of the younger generation in the soul master world.
No one wanted to miss such an exciting moment.
In Front of the Pope's Hall
Glancing at the Blazing Fire Team and Sky Water Team, Ning Fengzhi couldn't help but look enviously at Huo Lie, who sat beside him, appearing completely at ease.
To be honest, Ning Fengzhi was extremely envious of Huo Lie.
Not only was Huo Lie himself a Titled Douluo, but his wife was also a Titled Douluo. Moreover, both his children and his nephew were practically guaranteed to become Titled Douluo in the future.
On top of that, because Mu Yang and Shui Bing'er were a couple, Blazing Fire Academy and Sky Water Academy had formed a close alliance. These three Douluo and five outstanding talents were essentially a single interest group.
Three Titled Douluo and five prodigies destined to reach that level—this was enough to make Ning Fengzhi, whose clan was already showing signs of declining generations, incredibly jealous.
'If I had known this earlier, I should have sent Rongrong to Sky Water Academy!'
Ning Fengzhi couldn't help but think to himself.
If his daughter, Ning Rongrong, had attended Sky Water Academy and built a good relationship with Shui Bing'er and Shui Yue'er, then even if this alliance of eight wasn't directly tied to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, they could have at least been close allies.
More allies meant more opportunities. And these eight people were no ordinary allies—they were either already great figures or destined to become them in the future.
Would Sky Water Academy refuse to accept a non-water or ice attribute student? Rules were rigid, but people were flexible. There was no way Sky Water Academy would turn away the eldest daughter of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.
As for Shrek? What nonsense!
Tang San's talent wasn't bad, but his father, Tang Hao, was too good at making enemies. For someone who constantly caused trouble, Ning Fengzhi knew that his own clan wasn't strong enough to be dragged into that mess.
Xiao Wu? She was a hundred-thousand-year transformed soul beast—not even human.
The other students of Shrek?
Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing were from Star Luo Empire. Since Heaven Dou Empire was a close ally of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan and Star Luo was its enemy, Ning Fengzhi didn't believe those two could ever truly align with his clan.
Besides, from what he knew, Dai Mubai—Star Luo's third prince—had already defected to Spirit Hall.
As for the rest of the Shrek students?
Aside from the so-called "Golden Iron Triangle," who were only good at making themselves seem important, and Oscar, who was born with innate full soul power, the others were merely talented individuals—not worth Ning Fengzhi's time.
'Two food-type soul masters, both born with innate full soul power—how could there be such a huge gap between them?'
Ning Fengzhi couldn't help but compare Oscar to Mu Yang.
If Oscar had been as capable as Mu Yang, Ning Fengzhi would have already tied him down as his ideal son-in-law.
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