The competition officially began as the various academies arrived.
The first match was between Divine Wind Academy and Tian Shui Academy.
When the participants from both sides took the stage, the crowd was surprised to find that, like the Spirit Hall team, Divine Wind Academy had also undergone significant changes.
Several Divine Wind Academy students who hadn't reached the Soul Ancestor level were replaced by Huo Wu and Huo Wushuang from Blazing Academy, along with another fire-attribute Soul Ancestor-level soul master.
On the stage, Shui Bing'er, seeing the transformed Divine Wind Academy, smiled wryly and said, "Fire fueled by wind, wind fueled by fire—what a brilliant idea. No wonder the Spirit Hall team suddenly changed their lineup. They must have copied your idea!"
Feng Xiaotian shrugged helplessly and replied, "Hehe, what can we do? We did this because we were wary of the Spirit Hall's Golden Generation. We never expected the Spirit Hall team to imitate us because they were wary of Blue Tyrant Academy's strength. I guess I indirectly screwed over Xiao Yu and his team!"
Hearing Feng Xiaotian's words from the stage, Xiao Yu, who was watching the match, couldn't help but smile wryly.
He never expected someone as proud as Bibi Dong to resort to such tactics for the sake of winning.
It seemed that the storyline had indeed changed due to his presence.
"Xiao Yu, don't worry. I believe you can definitely defeat that shameless Bibi Dong!!" Liu Erlong patted Xiao Yu's shoulder and said.
"Of course! Tang San and the others were already our defeated opponents. Now that the Spirit Hall team has absorbed them, their chances of winning against us are even smaller!!" Dugu Yan added with a charming smile.
On the competition stage, after a brief exchange of words, the match officially began. Since Tian Shui Academy was no match for Divine Wind Academy to begin with, the addition of Blazing Academy's top fighters made the gap even wider.
Under the terrifying might of Huo Wu and Feng Xiaotian's fusion skill, the Flame Wind Wolf, even Shui Bing'er and Xue Wu's fusion skill, the Ice Phoenix, was completely dispersed.
Seeing this, Tian Shui Academy's instructor sighed and conceded defeat.
After both teams left the stage, Shui Yue'er, feeling frustrated by the loss, shouted toward Xiao Yu's direction, "Xiao Yu, beat Feng Xiaotian to a pulp tomorrow!! If you do, I'll go on a date with you!!"
Hearing Shui Yue'er's bold words, Feng Xiaotian, who had been about to cozy up to Huo Wu, couldn't help but smile bitterly.
Especially when he saw Xiao Yu's confident expression, his heart grew even more uneasy.
In contrast to Feng Xiaotian's bitter smile, the battle-loving Huo Wu was excited and said, "Sure, no problem! Xiao Yu, how about we have a direct match? Blazing Academy will forfeit the afternoon match, and you can advance directly. Tomorrow, let's have a proper fight!!"
Hearing Huo Wu's challenge, Xiao Yu smiled faintly and said, "No problem. But this time, due to the rules, our Blue Tyrant Academy will field all our members. Be prepared."
Since Blue Tyrant Academy had been fighting with fewer members in previous matches, the Crown Prince had asked them to field their full team this time to maximize their influence, even if it was just for show.
Naturally, Xiao Yu agreed.
Hearing Xiao Yu's words, Huo Wu's excitement grew.
Although she knew they were no match for Xiao Yu, she wanted to see just how big the gap between them was.
Watching Blue Tyrant Academy and the new Divine Wind Academy making arrangements below, Xue Qinghe couldn't help but sigh.
"Ah, this is the kind of vibrant scene the Soul Master Tournament should have. It's a shame that a perfectly good competition was ruined by a rule loophole. Some people really love to outsmart themselves and end up trapped by their own schemes. How laughable!!"
Hearing Xue Qinghe's mockery, Bibi Dong, though angry, said nothing.
She could only repeat in her heart, "My own child, my own child..."
Later, since Blazing Academy chose to forfeit the afternoon match, Blue Tyrant Academy naturally advanced to the semifinals.
Afterward, as the semifinal schedule was announced, the first match the next day would be between the Star Luo Royal Academy and the Spirit Hall team.
The second match would be between Blue Tyrant Academy and the new Divine Wind Academy.
Seeing this schedule, Dai Weisi was both surprised and delighted.
After all, whether it was Divine Wind Academy or Blue Tyrant Academy, he had no confidence in defeating them.
Therefore, facing the Spirit Hall team directly was actually a good thing for him.
At least he would lose to the Spirit Hall, not the Heaven Dou Empire!
This way, he could have some excuse when he returned.
After the schedule was set, since there were no matches in the afternoon, the students from all academies had plenty of free time.
They began to explore and enjoy themselves in Spirit City.
At this time, Dai Weisi of the Star Luo Royal Academy, accompanied by Zhu Zhuyun and Dai Tianquan, who was responsible for their safety, arrived at the hotel where Blue Tyrant Academy was staying.
Dai Weisi planned to take Zhu Zhuqing away today, then return to the Star Luo Empire immediately after losing the match tomorrow morning.
He wanted to secure his position as Crown Prince as quickly as possible, leaving Dai Mubai no chance to resist!
No matter what, even if it meant being scolded by his father and mother, he had to fulfill his long-held desire for a "sister feast"!
The thought of Zhu Zhuyun and Zhu Zhuqing lying on the bed, looking pitifully at him, made Dai Weisi's eyes gleam with a sinister light.
Especially the thought of enjoying the "sister feast" while toying with Dai Mubai's fiancée filled him with excitement!
As the three arrived, Liu Erlong, as the dean, welcomed them in.
Knowing their purpose, Liu Erlong had tea served and then called out Zhu Zhuqing and Xiao Yu.
Seeing Zhu Zhuqing safe and stable, Zhu Zhuqing's older sister, Zhu Zhuyun, felt relieved, her cold and arrogant expression softening slightly.
Dai Weisi, with a fiery gaze, directly said, "Zhu Zhuqing, come back with us. Your mother and Zhu Zhuyun miss you dearly! I can guarantee, as the Crown Prince, that you won't face any punishment upon your return!"