Chapter 38 Exchange and Discussion After two weeks passed quietly, Master Xuan gave them two unique and effective training instructions. The teaching method used by Master Xuan was very special, that is, unreserved actual combat exercises. Each time, the nine of them would be cleverly divided into different groups, and then they would engage in fierce and wonderful battles with each other. The only requirement that Master Xuan put forward to them was that they must not hold back in the battle, because with Master Xuan guarding them, there was no need to worry about any dangerous situations. Most of the time, Ye Qian'an and Gu Yuena teamed up to fight against the other seven people. Beibei, Xu Sanshi and others finally figured out the reason why Ye Qian'an and Gu Yuena were able to enter the inner courtyard in many battles. It was because any one of them had the strength to surpass the seven of them. Whenever everyone thought they had won and the overall situation was settled, Ye Qian'an would always use the amazing Dragon Emperor Sky-tearing Claw, or Gu Yuena would skillfully perform an element fusion, instantly crushing their chances of winning. It was during this continuous and overwhelming training process that the seven of them could clearly feel the steady improvement in their own strength every day. Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong also became more and more proficient in the cultivation of the Haodong Power. After only half a month, Huo Yuhao clearly felt that he was approaching the edge of the twenty-seventh level of soul power, and it seemed that he would soon be able to achieve another breakthrough. Xiao Xiao successfully broke through his soul power to level 29. With just one more small step forward, he would be able to be promoted to a level 30 Soul Master by hunting soul beasts. On this day, it was Master Xuan's day for teaching and guidance. At this time, they would temporarily stop their regular studies in the class and go to the examination area. However, when Huo Yuhao and the other seven people just stepped into the examination area, they unexpectedly saw some unfamiliar faces. Beibei, He Caitou, Xu Sanshi, and Jiang Nannan had already arrived. In addition to them, there were also Xuan Lao, Ye Qian, Gu Yuena, and some other students in the assessment area. Including Ye Qian and Gu Yuena, there were a total of nine students, and the school uniforms they wore were all bright blood red, and Ye Qian and Gu Yue were no exception. Among the seven students excluding Ye Qian and Gu Yuena, Huo Yuhao only knew Ma Xiaotao. Ma Xiaotao also noticed Huo Yuhao and immediately revealed a playful smile. Huo Yuhao suddenly felt a little embarrassed and his face turned red.
The other six students next to Ma Xiaotao were four men and two women, all of whom looked about the same age as her. When everyone occasionally cast their eyes on these inner courtyard disciples in red, in addition to envy, their eyes were filled with deep admiration and respect. The inner courtyard in red undoubtedly represented the most powerful group of students in Shrek Academy. “In ten days, the new Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Soul Contest will kick off. I believe you can guess each other’s identities. That’s right, you are the regular and substitute players for this competition. I am letting you meet today, firstly, to get to know each other, and secondly, to let you get to know each other’s abilities.” As he spoke, Elder Xuan turned to look at Huo Yuhao and the other seven people, “Don’t think that you are only here to be spectators…” Upon hearing that they might have a chance to play, Huo Yuhao and the other seven people were surprised and happy, and their hearts were full of anticipation. Xuan Lao snorted coldly and said, "Don't be too happy too soon. I have to send you out, but you can only win and not lose. If anyone loses the game to me accidentally, the consequences will not be something you can bear..." “Understood.” Huo Yuhao and the other seven people responded in unison, their voices uniform and loud. Elder Xuan nodded slightly and said, "Okay, each of you should introduce yourselves and get to know each other. Let's start with the starting lineup and substitutes." "Ye Qian'an, an inner courtyard disciple, currently studying in the outer courtyard, a second-year student, a level 45 strong attack-oriented fighting soul sect." Ye Qian'an took the first step and introduced himself calmly and confidently. "Gu Yuena, a disciple of the inner courtyard, is now a second-year student in the outer courtyard, and is a level 46 control-department Battle Soul Sect student." Gu Yuena followed Ye Qian'an and said softly. When Gu Yuena came out, the eyes of several male students in the inner courtyard lit up instantly. Gu Yuena's appearance was one of the best in the entire inner courtyard. However, when they saw Ye Qian'an's ferocious eyes that seemed to want to eat people, they immediately retracted their gazes. Although Ye Qian'an was only at the fourth ring, his illustrious achievements had already spread far and wide. In the inner courtyard, there were legendary stories about him, that he could defeat five soul kings and a soul emperor with just one soul skill and a gun. Such a record might not be unusual for other masters in the inner courtyard, but the key point was that Ye Qian'an was only a little over twelve years old, and they were far from being able to do so well when they were twelve years old. Even those inner courtyard students who were not familiar with Ye Qian'an and Gu Yuena knew clearly that they were a close couple. The strongest among them was only a Soul Emperor, and it was probably not enough for Ye Qian'an to fight alone. If Gu Yuena was added, it would become a mixed doubles match between husband and wife. Although they wanted to watch the fun, they didn't want to be the object of ridicule. After Ye Qian and Gu Yuena finished their introductions, Bei Bei from the reserve team was the first to come out. "My name is Bei Bei. I'm a fifth-year student in the External Academy. I'm a 42nd-level Strong Attack Department Battle Soul Sect member." He Caitou was the second to step forward and said, "He Caitou, fourth year in the External Academy, Soul Guidance Department, fourth-level soul instructor." Xu Sanshi followed and said the third: "Xu Sanshi, fifth grade of the outer courtyard, forty-third level defense department battle soul sect." "My name is Jiang Nannan. I'm a fifth-year student in the External Academy and a level 41 agility attack master from the Battle Soul Sect." Jiang Nannan, who was standing next to Xu Sanshi, said softly. It was Xiao Xiao's turn to be the fifth one. She smiled and said, "My name is Xiao Xiao. Hello, seniors. I am a second-year student in the External Academy and a twenty-ninth-level control department combat soul master." When the inner court disciples heard the words "level 29", they couldn't help but widen their eyes. Level 29? They wondered if they had heard it wrong. After Xiao Xiao it was Huo Yuhao who said respectfully: “Hello, seniors. My name is Huo Yuhao. I’m a second-year student in the External Academy and a Level 26 Control Department Battle Spirit Master.” 2. Level 26? Level 29 is fine, but now there is another level 26. Is there really no one available in the Shrek Outer Court? Although they thought so in their hearts, their expressions did not change at all.
Finally it was Wang Dong's turn. He was aware of the surprise of the seniors in the inner courtyard. He proudly puffed out his chest and said loudly, "Wang Dong, second year of the outer courtyard, level 31 strong attack system battle soul master." Elder Xuan nodded, pointed to the inner courtyard, and said, "It's your turn." The first person to come out of the inner courtyard was Ma Xiaotao. She said loudly, "Inner courtyard, Ma Xiaotao. Level 67 Strong Attack System Battle Soul Emperor." After Ma Xiaotao, a tall male student walked out. He had a stern temperament and a sharp gaze. He said in a low voice, "Inner Court, Dai Yaoheng, level 64 Strong Attack System Battle Soul Emperor." After Dai Yuheng, another male student came up. He had a gentle smile on his face and said, "Inner Court, Chen Zifeng, a level 57 Strong Attack System Battle Soul King." The fourth person was finally a female disciple. She looked very ordinary and said calmly, "Inner Court, Xixi, a fifty-sixth-level Agility Attack War Spirit King." The fifth person was also a female student. Compared with Xixi, she was much more beautiful. She said softly, "Inner Court, Ling Luochen, fifty-fifth level control system battle soul king." The sixth person was a thin male student, who was only about meters tall. He said shyly, "Inner Court, Yao Haoxuan, level 55, control support system combat soul king." The last inner court disciple had a beautiful appearance and even spoke softly: "Inner court, Gong Yang Mo, fifty-nineth level auxiliary combat spirit king." Elder Xuan nodded slightly and said, "Okay, you have all gotten to know each other briefly. In order to deepen your impression, your training task today is to have a friendly match. In the battle, you can better understand each other's abilities..." "Master Xuan, Nana and I will not participate." Ye Qian'an said directly after Master Xuan finished speaking. "Why?" Old Xuan looked at the two of them with a puzzled look. "You probably haven't seen Nana's and my fourth soul skill yet, right?" Ye Qi said after calming himself down. Huo Yuhao and others shook their heads. "My fourth soul skill is the Golden Dragon Rage Field, which can make everyone in the field instantly enter a frenzy state. In the frenzy state, strength, defense, and speed will be doubled. At the same time, everyone in the field will receive my blood bonus, and their attack power and defense power will be increased by one third of their own." Ye Qian said as he released his fourth soul skill. Golden light bloomed from Ye Qian'an's body, instantly covering the surrounding space. Everyone felt a strong and violent force rushing towards them, their bodies tensed up involuntarily, and all their attributes increased. Elder Xuan narrowed his eyes slightly, feeling the effect of the Golden Dragon's Rage Domain's soul skill, and nodded: "Yes, it is indeed a powerful domain skill. Then Gu Yuena, what is your fourth soul skill?" Gu Yuena whispered: "My fourth soul skill is to devour the realm of heaven and earth. It can instantly absorb all the vitality and elements of heaven and earth within a certain range around it, and use them to restore or increase combat power." After that, Gu Yuena also released her own soul skill. For a moment, the surrounding energy seemed to surge towards her. There was a glimmer of appreciation in Old Xuan's eyes, and he said, "Very good, you two stay and watch the battle from the sidelines and do a good job of defending everyone. Everyone else, get ready to start the friendly match!" Ma Xiaotao and Dai Yuheng walked out separately, keeping a certain distance from each other. Ma Xiaotao said: "My first choice for the regular team is Gong Yang Mo, and my first choice for the reserve team is Huo Yuhao." Wang Dong touched Huo Yuhao. Huo Yuhao looked at him and showed a helpless smile under Wang Dong's questioning gaze. Gong Yangmo smiled slightly and said, "Xiao Tao, you really have good taste." Ma Xiaotao waved to Huo Yuhao and said, "What are you waiting for? Come here quickly." “Oh.” Huo Yuhao then quickly walked over to Ma Xiaotao and stood beside her. Ma Xiaotao raised her chin towards Dai Yueheng provocatively: "It's your turn." Dai Yuheng glanced at Ma Xiaotao with some doubt, and said in a deep voice: "Chen Zifeng, Xu Sanshi." Chen Zifeng and Xu Sanshi immediately came to Dai Yuheng's side. Ma Xiaotao immediately made another choice: "Xixi, Beibei."
Dai Yaoheng said: "Ling Luochen, Yao Haoxuan." Ma Xiaotao naturally chose two people: "He Caitou and Wang Dong." At this moment, both sides have made their choices. The last two members of the reserve team, Jiang Nannan and Xiao Xiao, naturally joined Dai Yueheng's side. On Ma Xiaotao's side, there were still seven people each, including herself, Gong Yangmo, Huo Yuhao, Xixi, Beibei, He Caitou and Wang Dong. However, both teams had been completely disbanded. Elder Xuan hugged his big wine gourd, smiled and said: "Very good. Now that you have selected people, I will give you ten minutes to arrange tactics. After ten minutes, the competition will begin. The loser will Just call me a pig." After saying this, Elder Xuan turned around and looked at Ye Qian'an and Gu Yuena, and said, "Since you didn't participate, then which side do you think will win?" "The team with Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong will definitely win," Ye Qian said without hesitation. Gu Yuena also nodded in agreement. After listening to Ye Qian'an's words, Elder Xuan asked with great interest, "Oh? Ye Qian'an, why are you so sure that the team with Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong will win?" Ye Qianan smiled confidently and said, "Master Xuan, Huo Yuhao's spiritual detection ability can play a huge role in team combat. In addition, Wang Dong and he work well together. The two of them also have a martial soul fusion skill, and Huo Yuhao's second martial soul is the Ice Jade Scorpion." Old Xuan nodded slightly and said no more. At this time, both teams were discussing tactics nervously. On Huo Yuhao's side, Ma Xiaotao looked at everyone with a firm gaze and said, "Everyone will listen to my instructions later. Huo Yuhao, you will provide information to everyone at any time." On the other side, Dai Yuheng was also making arrangements in an orderly manner: "We must make good use of our respective advantages and make a quick decision." Ten minutes passed quickly, and Master Xuan gave the order: "Begin!" The result was exactly the same as Ye Qian'an said. After Huo Yuhao's Ice Scorpion spirit was released, Ling Luochen was suppressed to death. Ma Xiaotao instantly rushed towards Dai Yueheng like a tiger out of a cage, her flame soul power burning fiercely and her momentum was overwhelming. Dai Yueheng did not retreat at all, his whole body glowed brightly as he rushed towards Ma Xiaotao's attack. Huo Yuhao quickly activated his spiritual detection and clearly fed back the movements and soul power flows of both sides to his teammates: "Senior Ma, there is an opening on the right. Senior Xixi, pay attention to Chen Zifeng behind you!" Wang Dong spread the wings of the Goddess of Light Butterfly and entangled with the opponent's agile attack soul master in the air. Beibei used Thunder Dragon Claw to fight with Xu Sanshi, while He Caitou controlled the soul guide and continuously released powerful attacks to support his teammates. Under Huo Yuhao's precise command, Ma Xiaotao's side gradually gained the upper hand and eventually won. Xuan Lao descended from the sky, with a satisfied smile on his face, and said, "Hurry up, the loser accepts the punishment, I will give you another chance." "I am a pig!" Dai Yuheng shouted without hesitation, and his facial muscles twitched. Yao Haoxuan and Chen Zifeng also shouted slogans helplessly. When Ling Luochen shouted this, his eyes were always on Huo Yuhao. Xiao Xiao was quite at ease. Since the seniors had already called out to her, it wouldn't be shameful for her to call out too! Jiang Nannan's voice became a little softer, and she shouted softly: "I am a pig." Xu Sanshi smiled flatteringly and said, "You are indeed the girl I like. Even saying that you are a pig is so interesting." Jiang Nannan's eyes widened as she angrily shouted, "Get lost."
Wang Dong, who was standing next to Huo Yuhao, almost laughed out loud, and quickly turned his head away. Huo Yuhao also tightened his facial muscles, trying hard to hold back his smile. The next few battles seemed to confirm what Ye Qian'an said. As long as Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong did not separate, that team would win. Elder Xuan looked at everyone's performance and nodded with satisfaction: "Not bad, not bad. Through these competitions, everyone has a deeper understanding of each other's abilities. However, don't be too proud. In a real competition, the opponents will only be stronger." Everyone nodded, looking serious. "Okay, you all go back. Pack your things and gather at the gate of the academy tomorrow morning to head to Star Luo City to compete." ......... (End of this chapter)