"You mean, you're representing the Spirit Hall?"
Jiang Xiaofeng nodded and said, "Yu Xiaogang must die by my hand!"
Tang San said coldly, "You wouldn't dare!"
"Try me!"
But now was not the time to kill Yu Xiaogang. It was clear that Bibi Dong still held onto feelings for him. If Jiang Xiaofeng killed him now, it might deeply upset Bibi Dong—perhaps even make her wary of him. Killing Yu Xiaogang was easy; the hard part was making sure Bibi Dong wasn't heartbroken.
The two parted on bad terms. Jiang Xiaofeng had anticipated this outcome—Tang San being favored by Yu Xiaogang already showed he wasn't simple.
And Tang San's extreme protectiveness of Yu Xiaogang hinted at something deeper. These matters would need to be unraveled slowly, but for now, he just needed to beat him down and teach him a lesson!
When Jiang Xiaofeng returned to the viewing room, Hu Liena asked curiously, "What were you talking to that guy about? It looked like you both got mad in the end. If you're upset, I'll kill him for you!"
Jiang Xiaofeng patted Hu Liena's head and said, "Why is it that all you know is fighting and killing? Learn from Sister Ling, try being a lady for once!"
Hu Liena pouted and said, "Sister Ling is a support-type Soul Master. I'm not. Besides, my gentleness is for you only—no one else gets a piece!"
Jiang Xiaofeng shook his head and said, "Silly girl, you'll understand eventually."
He had told Hu Liena many times before, but the girl always acted like she never heard it. Honestly, she was going to be the death of him.
Mobot said, "Their match is about to start!"
Everyone moved to the window, eager to see what this newly arrived team was really capable of.
A few minutes later, Tang San and his six teammates stepped onto the stage. Their opponents were a team of Soul Masters on the verge of reaching Soul King level—a veteran team from Soto City, well-known among Soul Master teams.
Faced with a new group, they didn't take Tang San's team seriously at all.
As the duel began, Jiang Xiaofeng was a bit surprised.
Tang San, like Hu Liena, was a control-type Soul Master, wielding Blue Silver Grass as his martial spirit. But this Blue Silver Grass was something else. It not only controlled opponents but also protected teammates and even served as a tether line.
"Instructor Mobot, what do you think?"
Mobot nodded and said, "That Yu Xiaogang has really unlocked the full potential of Blue Silver Grass. Impressive!"
Jiang Xiaofeng also nodded, though he thought the Blue Silver Grass alone wasn't much.
What made them special were the other team members. They had two support-type Soul Masters—one focused on recovery, the other on buffs. Add Tang San as the commander, and they completely overpowered the veteran team!
The battle didn't last even ten minutes before Tang San's team won easily.
Mobot said, "Their teamwork is exceptional. With their current strength, they can handle Soul Kings without much trouble. Unfortunately, Soul Kings are still Soul Kings—if they face you and your team, they won't stand a chance."
Jiang Xiaofeng said nothing. Tang San was talented, yes—but that was it. If this was all he had, he wasn't worthy of being called a rival.
Hu Liena frowned. The synergy between Tang San's team members was nearly identical to their own. How was that possible?
"Instructor Mobot, why do their tactics resemble ours so much?"
Jiang Xiaofeng said, "Because the source is the same."
Mobot nodded, "Exactly. It's all from the Spirit Hall—he just stole it!"
Hu Liena's expression darkened. Someone had stolen tactics from the Spirit Hall?
"Was it that middle-aged man?"
Jiang Xiaofeng replied, "Not something a girl like you needs to worry about. Just follow my lead."
"Mm, I'll listen to you, Brother Feng!"
Xie Yue asked, "Brother Feng, what should we do?"
Yan added, "Yeah, those punks were pretty cocky today! I've been itching to punch that red-haired fatty all day!"
Tiger Boss chimed in, "Just say the word, Brother Feng!"
Jiang Xiaofeng said, "Tomorrow, we'll teach them a lesson. That's it for today. Instructor Mobot, can you handle the arrangements?"
Mobot nodded and said, "There's nothing Spirit Hall can't handle. If something's unmanageable, it means they're dead!"
Jiang Xiaofeng wasn't interested in watching anymore. Tomorrow would be the real show.
Meanwhile, over at Shrek Academy…
After winning their match with ease, Tang San's team went on to win a few more. All were smooth victories without much challenge.
"Xiao San, how did the fights at the Soul Arena feel today?" asked Yu Xiaogang.
"Not bad. But it felt too easy. I think we can take on Soul King-level teams without much trouble."
Yu Xiaogang nodded, "Yes, I've been observing all night. Our team should be able to go toe-to-toe with Soul King squads. But..."
"Teacher, go ahead and say it."
Yu Xiaogang said, "That guy from earlier—what's your impression of him?"
"That guy? You mean the one we ran into outside the hotel this afternoon?"
"Yes. He'll definitely appear in the Soul Arena too. I don't know why only he came looking for you yesterday, while the rest stayed hidden."
Tang San said, "Not sure. Are you worried we'll run into them?"
Yu Xiaogang nodded, "Yes. Their team seems strong—most of them are Soul Kings. If we face a Soul King team, it'll likely be them."
Tang San said, "Teacher, I want to see what that guy's really capable of!"
"You're sure?"
"Absolutely."
"And the rest of you? Facing a Soul King team isn't a joke."
Dai Mubai and the others all nodded.
"If Xiao San's in, we're in. We believe in him!"
"Yeah! We believe in Third Brother!"
Yu Xiaogang nodded, "Alright, then it's settled. Fighting more Soul Masters is pointless now. Rest well tonight—we prepare for the next challenge tomorrow!"
"Yes, sir!"
Knock knock knock!
Jiang Xiaofeng's door rang.
He opened it. Mobot walked in.
"Holy Son, news from the Soul Arena—it's all set. Just waiting for their screams to echo off the arena walls."
Jiang Xiaofeng nodded, "Good work. Any intel on Tang San's identity?"
Mobot shook his head, "Nothing yet."
Jiang Xiaofeng said, "I suspect he might have twin martial spirits. Find someone to test his abilities."
Mobot looked shocked. One twin-spirit user like Bibi Dong was already legendary. Add in Jiang Xiaofeng, and now possibly a third?
"Are you sure, Holy Son?"
Jiang Xiaofeng shook his head, "Fairly sure. Better have Elder Yue Guan test him."
"Understood."
Jiang Xiaofeng closed the door. Tang San's situation made it hard to sleep, so he sat down to cultivate the Indestructible Body technique.
Deep into the night, a shadow slipped into Tang San's room.
"If the Holy Son thinks this Soul Master is worth worrying about, then I need to see for myself!"
Just as Yue Guan was about to make a move, a shadow appeared to block his way.
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