Douluo Dalu 2: Unrivaled Tang Sect

Chapter 122. Dai Yueheng's Determination

Generally speaking, soul engineers could only use soul tools of the same class unless there were special processes involved during the crafting of said soul tools, or if the soul tool itself had something unique about it that allowed it to bypass class differences.

How old was Meng Hongchen? The fact that she was already a Soul King was extraordinary; there was no need to ask to know how much importance the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy placed on her. It was almost impossible for her to have reached her current level of cultivation all by herself, and shed also had to train in soul engineering at the same time.

Huo Yuhao possessed twin martial souls, and the Ice Empress, Skydream Iceworm, and Electrolux all lived in his body simultaneously. Yet, even with all of these factors, even he wasnt confident that hed be able to reach Rank 50 and be a Class 5 soul engineer by the age of fifteen.

There was no question that both Meng Hongchen and Xiao Hongchen had had a lot of man-made factors involved in their growth. There was no use telling others what exotic treasures or herbs theyd ingested, but the sheer level of their cultivations also implied that their foundations werent stable.

Rank 30, Rank 60, Rank 70, and Rank 90 were the four important milestones that soul masters faced. Meng Hongchen and Xiao Hongchen would experience a decline in their cultivation speed if their foundations werent solid enough. They would have to stabilize and consolidate their foundations over a sufficient period of time if they wanted to achieve real success in the future.

This was the reason why it was so apparent that Meng Hongchen hadnt been the one to forge and produce the Class 6 soul armor that she was currently wearing.

This didnt mean that she couldnt display formidable prowess using this soul tool. Instead, she was using her own aptitude and abilities to show Shrek what the future development of soul masters on the continent was likely to be.

Meng Hongchens speed increased exponentially as her figure flashed once. She didnt intend to clash directly with Dai Yueheng. Rather, the thin swords she was holding cut through the air as she stepped to the side.

Two streaks of icy blue light appeared in midair like two bolts of lightning and formed something like a cross, then soared towards Dai Yueheng. They didnt appear as if they would dissipate either; it was as if they were part of a soul skill.

Dai Yueheng didnt even attempt to dodge, as he was aware that he didnt have much time. He swung his tiger-like left hand and unleashed his soul power, causing five beams of golden light to collide with the center of the cross. His forward momentum remained unchanged and unaffected as he did so.

The cross was immediately shattered into pieces, but thick white mist immediately permeated the air. There was no question that this attack had been charged with the Vermillion Clear Icetoads intense venom.

Dai Yueheng held his breath, but he still felt his entire body turning cold. It was as if something was invading his body with unstoppable force.

He concentrated his soul power and relied on his bodys powerful resistance to disregard this feeling as he continued his forward lunge towards Meng Hongchen.

Meng Hongchens first soul ring had been sparkling ever since shed made her first strike, which represented her Vermilion Clear Icetoads acute poison. At this moment, her second and third soul rings lit up one after the other.

An icy-blue light ring extended out from beneath her feet and covered the entire competition stage in a matter of seconds. This was her second soul skillIcevenom Ring.

Every ounce of venom that belonged to her Vermilion Clear Icetoad would be amplified inside the Icevenom Ring. Shed taken advantage of the cover provided by Ling Luochens Icemist previously to use the Icevenom Ring to amplify her first soul skill and eventually defeat Ling Luochen inside of her own Icemist.

When her third soul ring lit up, something strange began to happen. A mirror-like solid piece of ice that was about five meters in diameter appeared beneath her feet. This ice block projected her reflection, but the scene that appeared was extremely peculiar.

Dai Yueheng arrived in front of her just as she finished unleashing these two soul skills. He shot out the White Tigers Fierce Light Wave at her as soon as possible.

The White Tigers Fierce Light Wave was extremely formidable under the amplifying effects of his three transformation skills. A beam of white light as thick as an arm tore through the air, booming and crackling with energy. If this beam of light hit its target directly, its power wasnt inferior in the least to that of a Class 5 energy-gathering soul cannon.

A sinister scene appeared at that moment: Two Meng Hongchens suddenly appeared on the surface of the ice block. The streak of white light flashed by, and the Meng Hongchen that it was targeting simply dissipated like a shadow, while the original Meng Hongchen relocated to another position. Not only had she managed to evade the White Tigers Fierce Light Wave, but shed also managed to relocate to a position behind Dai Yueheng.

Her thin swords sparkled and transformed into sword shadows that pervaded the skies before they stabbed right towards Dai Yueheng. Her swords foot-long radiances became concentrated, causing the air around them to release chirping sounds.

This was Meng Hongchens third soul skillIce Reflection. It allowed her to switch positions with the light images of herself that were reflected on the surface of the block of ice that shed released. Even though it wasnt as powerful as Instant Teleportation, it was an extremely practical soul skill that worked well in combination with her soul armor.

Who was Dai Yueheng? He was the White Tigers heir, and a Soul Emperor whod stepped out from Shreks inner courtyard. He could be counted as a veteran of countless battles.

He was not in the least bit worried or frightened despite his opponents unique soul skills. He immediately swept his tiger-like palms out behind him the moment that his left leg landed on the ground. The sharp talons on his tiger-like palms blazed with large patches of golden light when they clashed directly with the thin swords coming toward him.

The thin swords in Meng Hongchens hands were Class 6 soul tools; their offensive power was just as strong as Dai Yuehengs tiger claws. She relied on her soul tools power to forcefully bridge the gap between their levels of cultivation.

Dai Yueheng had severely wounded Xiao Hongchen before this, thus it was natural for Meng Hongchen to feel an acute sense of belligerence when she unleashed her full power.

However, he was still a Soul Emperor after all. Dai Yueheng would be able to overcome Meng Hongchen in terms of strength, soul power, and martial ability if he didnt have worry about the effects of her venom. Even though a Class 6 soul tool was powerful, Meng Hongchen still wasnt a Class 6 soul engineer, thus she was only able to temporarily maintain this balance. When Dai Yueheng took the opportunity to spin around and face her directly, she started to crumble under the pressure.

Meng Hongchens figure flashed once more as she used her Ice Reflection to relocate herself again. Her thin swords slashed through the air, their shadows permeating through the entire arena as she relentlessly tried to find any weaknesses or loopholes in Dai Yuehengs defense.

She could wait; she understood that Dai Yueheng was relying on his resistance to fight against her Icetoads Venom. However, she was positive that this resistance was time-based. Dai Yueheng would feel the Icetoad Venoms effects more and more over the continuous passage of time, which would undoubtedly lead to her being the ultimate victor.

This was the truth, and Dai Yueheng could feel a chill that pierced right into his bones incessantly assaulting his body. Even though his body was tough and he could delay this process for a long time, completely stopping it was impossible for him.

Meng Hongchen was no match for him in close-quarters combat, but she was nimble and agile thanks to her Ice Reflection. In order to hold back Dai Yueheng for as long as she could, she tossed out explosive soul tools from time to time, meant to distract rather than damage her opponent.

Their epic battle made the audience dizzy as they looked on, ear-piercing crackling sounds constantly audible. Dai Yueheng wasnt slow, but he wasnt able to gain any sort of advantage over Meng Hongchen, who had a Class 6 soul tool and the help of her Ice Reflection. The situation on the stage remained at a prolonged impasse.

Everybody in Shreks waiting area began to frown and curse. They could tell what sort of battle tactics Meng Hongchen was employing, but nobody had expected her close-combat prowess to be so formidableshe was actually able to hold back Dai Yueheng, and she didnt look like she would be defeated anytime soon.

Dai Yueheng suddenly slowed down, his entire body shivering as a streak of icy-blue light flashed across his shoulder.

However, he had the three amplifying transformation soul skills protecting him, thus the icy-blue sword radiance merely shaved off some of his golden tiger fur. It didnt damage his body at all.

Oh no. Wang Yans expression suddenly changed. I dont think that Yueheng can withstand the poison anymore.

Dai Yueheng had used all three transformative soul skills from the beginning of the battle, which was the only way that he could raise his resistance, and in turn his offensive powers, to the highest possible level.

However, Meng Hongchen had refused to clash with him directly; she was as slippery as an eel. Dai Yueheng had almost broken through her defense several times, but his attacks had immediately been dispelled by her automatically triggered Impregnable Wall. Meng Hongchens soul power was greatly diminished whenever this happened, but Dai Yuehengs was being consumed at a far greater rate.

Believe in him. As a disciple from Shreks inner courtyard, if he cant defeat an opponent one tier of cultivation below him, then he isnt worthy of stepping out from the inner courtyard. Ma Xiaotao was the only one able to remain calm, as only disciples from the inner courtyard could truly understand each other.

Still, the situation on stage wasnt very optimistic. Dai Yueheng had slowed even more after hed suffered that first strikeit seemed that the Icetoads Venom had begun to take effect. The thin swords in his opponents hands began to become more ferocious as more and more streaks of sword radiance criss-crossed towards him. His body was quickly cut several times.

Even with the White Tigers Shield, the White Tigers Vajra Transformation, and the White Tigers Devilgod Transformation, he couldnt completely defend himself against a Class 6 soul tools attack. Traces of blood rapidly began to appear on Dai Yuehengs body. However, what was more important was the fact that Meng Hongchens weapons were also tinged with venom as well. The poison would only spread faster now that it had made contact with his blood.

Urghh! Dai Yueheng seemed to have become infuriated, or maybe it was because hed realized the current state of his body. He suddenly roared into the sky, and a dense golden light erupted from his body as his sixth and final soul ring finally began to sparkle brilliantly.

Dai Yuehengs most powerful soul skill, the White Tigers Extermination, had finally been unleashed.

A terrifying aura immediately enveloped an area around five meters in diameter as the intense golden light gathered together form a giant word Kill in midair. The shadow of the White Tiger also slowly came into view behind Dai Yueheng at the same time.

Was this his final strike? Meng Hongchens mouth curled into a cold smile and a beam of golden light immediately emerged from her body.

She was naturally unable to withstand his White Tigers Extermination; the result would be the same even if she used her Impregnable Wall. The gap in their soul power was ultimately too great, and the White Tiger Soul Emperors most powerful strike when he was fully amplified was powerful enough to sap her entire pool of soul power, which would cause her to collapse and crumble.

This ray of golden light wasnt from the Impregnable Wall, but following the flash of golden light, Meng Hongchen was instantly moved ten meters away, completely evading Dai Yuehengs most powerful strike.

One couldnt underestimate the power of shifting ten meters away in the blink of an eye. This was a Class 7 soul tool known as the ring of teleportation; even Xiao Hongchen didnt possess a soul tool like it.

The ring of teleportation could only be used once per day, but it wasnt a disposable soul tool, and was often touted as a miracle amongst Class 7 soul tools. Possessing an item such as it was essentially equivalent to having a second life in most situations, even though its instant teleportation distance was limited to a hundred meters.

Meng Hongchen had teleported a mere ten meters, and had been waiting for an opportunity like this.

The White Tigers Extermination had missed, thus her fifth soul ring finally started to sparkle with eye-catching luster.

Shed been waiting for him to use his ultimate move. Now that he had, Meng Hongchens heart was filled with self-confidence, and she was sure that she would emerge victorious. Her elegant figure flew into the air, her entire body starting to vigorously spin in the sky; it was as if shed transformed into a whirlpool. She then launched herself directly at Dai Yueheng, whod yet to recover from using his White Tigers Extermination.

Dai Yueheng was in the weakest possible state right now, as he was both suffering from her acute poison, and had just used all of his strength in his last attack. Meng Hongchens opportunity of choice could only be described as optimal and impeccable.

The Heavenfiend Douluo quickly arrived at a spot not far from where the battle was occuring at; he was prepared to end the contest at a moments notice.

Red light glimmered in the center of the whirlpool, which flickered icy-blue. That pale red light gave the spectators a searing sensation; it was as if there were a pillar of blistering fire in the icy whirlpools center.

This was the most powerful attack that Meng Hongchen could unleashthe Icefire Venomdragons Corkscrew.

This was a perfect combination of a ten-thousand-year soul skill and a Class 6 soul tool, and its power was enough to rival a formidable Soul Emperors soul skill. It was apparent that she didnt intend to give Dai Yueheng any chance at all by using such a mighty soul skill.

However, what Meng Hongchen didnt realize was that the mirror-like ice block that enabled her to use Ice Reflection beneath her feet had been shattered in her fight against Dai Yueheng.

The Icefire Venomdragons Corkscrew had already reached Dai Yueheng, whose eyes seemed to be growing more and more clouded, and whose aura was growing weaker. The Heavenfiend Douluos hands were already raised into the air.

However, Dai Yueheng suddenly moved at this moment.

His move was simple: He stepped out with his left foot, then took a stance similar to that of using a bow and arrow as he crossed his arms in front of his chest.

Bang

A series of explosions rang out as Dai Yuehengs right arm sparkled. A brilliant golden light covered and protected his entire body in an instant, stopping Meng Hongchens Icefire Venomdragons Corkscrew just like that. It didnt achieve anything at all.

A searing white light glowed once more immediately afterwards, and Dai Yuehengs body was like a ferocious tiger as he entrapped Meng Hongchen.

Hed activated the White Tigers Extermination once more!

Meng Hongchen had been waiting for her opportunity to strike Dai Yueheng down for good, but Dai Yueheng had also been waiting for the same thing all along.

The resistance provided by the White Tigers three amplifying soul skills were even stronger than Meng Hongchen had imagined. Dai Yueheng had deliberately revealed every single weakness or loophole that shed discovered.

Meng Hongchen was just too slippery and agile. As she was a soul engineer, Dai Yueheng was acutely aware that she had multiple tools and methods to protect her life. This was the reason that hed chosen to reveal weaknessto lure his enemy deep within, and to let them think that he was no longer able to continue.

How could Meng Hongchens experience in battle compare to Dai Yueheng, who was the true veteran?

Dai Yuehengs right arm flickered with light. This was a soul bone skill, and was something that he had yet to use throughout the entire competition. It was called Absolute Defense.

It was dissimilar to Princess Jiu Jius absolute defense barrier from before, as his Absolute Defense could only be used for a fraction of the time, and only once a day. That miniscule moment would render him invincible, but it was imperative that his opponents attack strike his right arm.

Considering Dai Yuehengs current level of cultivation, he would be able to negate any attack or soul skill within that instant as long as his opponent wasnt a Transcendent Douluo.

Meng Hongchen was relatively powerful, and Dai Yueheng had almost no way to deal with her Icetoad Venom. However, just as Ma Xiaotao had said before, a Soul Emperor from Shreks inner courtyard was sophisticated. Dai Yueheng had relied on his own battle experience to finally force his opponent, whod just won two rounds in a row, into desperate straits.

Meng Hongchen had consumed a large amount of soul power in her hit-and-run tactics from before. Furthermore, shed just unleashed her Icefire Venomdragons Corkscrew, definitely not expecting Dai Yueheng to turn the tables at a time such as this. She, who wasnt even fifteen years old, immediately became hysterical.

Her Impregnable Wall was triggered at the first possible moment. However, Meng Hongchen felt her soul power immediately drain at lightning speed following the golden lights protection. Her Impregnable Wall would only be able to last for two seconds before it crumbled under the White Tigers Extermination.

Frightening tiger claws slashed her Class 6 soul armor and made ear-piercing grinding sounds.

We admit defeat!

The Sun Moon Empires teacher-in-charges suddenly shouted, a ray of starlight descending from the skies to protect Meng Hongchens body.

In this short duration of time, dozens of cracks and marks had appeared all over Meng Hongchens Class 6 soul armor. Its defensive capabilities were formidable, but Dai Yuehengs all-out strike was incredibly terrifying as well. If not for the Sun Moon Empires teacher-in-charge and his quick reaction, Dai Yueheng wouldve shattered the soul armor to pieces after another second, and Meng Hongchen wouldve been ravaged and torn to pieces by the White Tigers immense power.

This was absolute strength! Dai Yueheng, as a Soul Emperor with White Tiger as his martial soul, had proved to everyone with his extraordinary prowess that Shrek was still as powerful as ever, even if their martial souls were restrained.

Meng Hongchen was still held in the vice-like grip of terror even after the White Tigers Exterminations radiance had dissipated. She could still feel how close to death shed just been in that tiny amount of time. Her Impregnable Wall had been completely destroyed, while her soul armors formations had been heavily damaged. This valuable Class 6 soul tool had been laid to ruin just like that, the only things left intact being her twin swords.

Ah Meng Hongchen suddenly vomited a mouthful of blood, and her body quivered as if she was about to fall over. She wouldve collapsed if she didnt use her thin swords to support herself.

Dai Yueheng gazed at her coldly, the ferocity in his eyes sending a cold shiver down Meng Hongchens spine. She knew very well that, without her Icetoads Venom and her soul tools, she wouldnt even be worthy of battling this individual.

What surprised everyone was that Dai Yueheng only shot a single look towards Meng Hongchen before quickly leaping off the stage and returning to Shreks waiting area.

He stepped before Ma Xiaotao. His bodys transformations from his martial soul and soul skills were receding with dazzling speed, revealing his original form once more.

I didnt let Shrek down, team leader. Dai Yuehengs eyes sparkled as he gazed into Ma Xiaotaos eyes. This was the first time that hed taken the initiative to address Ma Xiaotao as his team leader.

Ma Xiaotao stood up and nodded heavily in his direction.

Dai Yueheng raised his hand and removed a massive ring from the index finger of his left hand. The ring was light silver, and had a fearsome tiger head engraved upon it.

This is for you. Im sure that youll be able to use it. Shrek cannot lose, team leader. Please. He stuffed the ring into Ma Xiaotaos hands as he spoke. Immediately afterwards, his eyes closed and his burly body collapsed backwards.

Ma Xiaotao grabbed onto his arm to prevent him from falling. Her red lips were pressed tightly together, and her perky chest undulated vigorously for a while.

An admirable resolve. Youre not a good-for-nothing after all.

Dai Yueheng had been victorioushed beaten Meng Hongchen. However, hed also been knocked unconscious by her intense venom, and had lost all ability to continue battling.

However, his ferocity galvanized every single member of Shrek, and rekindled the raging flames in every one of their hearts.

Yes, Shrek had to win.

Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong clenched their fists tightly. The two of them, along with Ma Xiaotao, were the only people still conscious in Shreks seven-member participating team for the single-elimination battle.

They looked at the others, who were either unconscious or severely injured, and their hearts were immediately filled with both despair and an unrivaled fighting spirit. Right now, they would place their lives on the line for Shreks honor and glory without a single instant of hesitation. This was the only thought on their minds.

Its my turn. Ma Xiaotao put Dai Yuehengs ring on her right hands thumb as she spoke, and was about to go up onto the competition stage.

At this moment, the Heavenfiend Douluo loudly announced, As the judge, I have confirmed that the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy have given up the rest of this round and have admitted defeat. Shrek Academy is victorious in this single-elimination round. Both parties will have one minute to rest. The 2-2-3 fight will then begin immediately afterwards. As both parties no longer have enough people to complete the third round, and as both parties have a single win each from the previous two rounds, the third round shall be completed with each teams respective reserve team members that did not participate in the single-elimination round.

The Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy had admitted defeat?

Ma Xiaotao, Huo Yuhao, and Wang Dong were all astonished.

There were three people in their opponents camp who were still able to participate. Ma Rulong, their team leader, was the most powerful one, and was still able to fight. How could they just admit defeat?

Wang Yan grew solemn and muttered, Impressive.

Ma Xiaotao frowned and said, Whats wrong, Teacher Wang?

Wang Yans expression was as dark as ever. He lowered his voice and said, Although theyve given up on the single-elimination rounds, this is them retreating in order to advance. Theyre aware that none of them will be able to defeat you one-on-one, and that, as soul engineers, theyre stronger when theyre together. Thus, the 2-2-3 battle will be more advantageous for them. Furthermore, of the original seven participating contestants, only three of you are still able to fight. Even though they also only have three contestants left, Meng Hongchen hasnt lost her ability to fight shes simply overly exhausted. Shell be able to recover, given enough time.

The first people theyll send out will be Ma Rulong and Xiao Xiafeng for the first round of 2-2-3 battle, iso that Xiao Hongchen and Meng Hongchen have enough time to rest. However, we only have the three of you left. Even if Ma Xiaotao wins a round with one of you, theyll almost certainly win the next one. Even if we get a win, itll be equivalent to a loss for us.

All three of them immediately understood the situation when they heard Wang Yans words. What hed said was true. Who else was left in Shreks reserve lineup?

Only He Caitou and Xiao Xiao were left. Xiao Xiaos injuries had yet to completely heal, while He Caitou was only a Class 4 soul engineer.

The last round would be a three-versus-three. It wouldnt be a problem for their opponents to choose three Class 4 soul engineers from their reserve team thenShrek didnt stand a chance for it.

This meant that in the subsequent battle, their opponents would practically win the entire tournament so long as they won a single two-on-two battle.

Meng Hongchen and Xiao Hongchen were both wounded, and werent at their peak condition. However, Meng Hongchens venom combined with the fact that they were both Soul Kings as well as Class 5 soul engineers still made them extremely formidable.

Furthermore, they still had Ma Rulong and Xiao Xiafeng. Ma Rulong was a powerful Class 6 soul engineer, while Xiao Xiafeng was a Class 5. It would be extremely challenging for Shrek to win even a single round. This was the disparity between the two teams depthsShrek had only had three official team members to begin with. The rift in their strengths couldnt even be compared.

Wang Yan looked upwards and heaved a sigh, an expression of defeat on his face. Both he and his team had already given up so much, yet this was how they were going to be defeated in the end? He couldnt reconcile with this fate he just couldnt! Everybody could only participate once in the 2-2-3 battlethey didnt stand a chance.

Yuhao, Wang Dong. Ma Xiaotao suddenly spun around and placed her hands on both of their shoulders.

Leave the first round to me. The two of you will have to face Xiao Hongchen and Meng Hongchen in the next round. We cant retreat; we have to fight to the end. Look at the rest of your comrades who have already fallenits up to us to defend Shreks honor and glory. Shrek must win.

Ma Xiaotaos eyes flashed red. Her valiant fighting spirit hadnt wavered at all, even after Wang Yans analysis.

Tell mecan you guys do it? Ma Xiaotaos voice instantly became somewhat overbearing as her words resonated.

Huo Yuhao and Wang Dong exchanged a look. The flame of passion in their hearts had been completely rekindled at this point.

Shrek must win! They shouted in unison. Even though their voices were slightly hoarse, the resolute determination and unwavering spirit they displayed was filled with bravery, as if they were currently facing death with equanimity.

Wang Yan felt a little dazed when he saw this. He felt as if his soul was about to jump out of its shell at this moment. These kids were just too cute. Nothing could describe the feeling he currently felt.

Tears poured from his eyes uncontrollably as Wang Yan took a giant step forward and encompassed all three of them in a hug. Childrenits all on you.

Elder Xuan remained seated in the back, but he put his chicken wing down, as well as the wine gourd in his other hand. A radiant luster flickered in his eyes that were filled with vicissitude.

These children were destined to become the source of Shreks pride, no matter whether or not they emerged victorious in the end. They would leave a heavy mark on Shreks history, and Shrek would be extremely proud of them.

Both teams, approach the stage, The Heavenfiend Douluos voice could be heard once again.

Both the audience inside of the Star Luo Plaza and the ruler and his ministers atop the royal city wall were completely silent at this point. They had all predicted that the finals would be exciting, but could this contest still be described as exciting?

Both Shrek Academy and the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academys teams could only be described as bitter and desperate at this point.

Yes, this was a bitter and desperate competition, but it was also a final that rattled everyones hearts!

Both parties had won one round each after the group battle and the single-elimination rounds. This was the ultimate round that would decide every; the 2-2-3 battle was the most uncertain contest format.

Shrek had three able participants, while the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academy had four. Everybody could tell that this competition was now the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academys to lose. Unless Shrek could emerge victorious in the first two battles of this round, they would lose the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Soul Dueling Tournaments champion title for the first time in several thousand years. However, they didnt even have enough people to participate; how would they be able to outmatch their opponents?

Just as Wang Yan had predicted, Ma Rulong and Xiao Xiafeng stood up from the Sun Moon teams waiting area and strode onto the competition stage in order to give Meng Hongchen and Xiao Hongchen enough time to recover. Their soul powers had been almost fully restored from the time they had to rest; it could be said they were nearly at their peak condition. Ma Xiaotao was the only one to step onto the competition stage from Shrek Academys side.

You The Heavenfiend Douluo glanced at Ma Xiaotao, doubt in his eyes.

Ma Xiaotao said plainly. Ill represent Shrek for the first round. Im sure thats allowed. Well give up the other entry spot for this battle.

The rules stated that only a maximum of two people were allowed to participate in the two-versus-two battle, but there wasnt a rule that stated that only one person couldnt represent a team. The Heavenfiend Douluo hesitated, then nodded his head and said, Okay.

Ma Rulongs eyes narrowed into slits as he muttered, Youre too condescending and disrespectful, Ma Xiaotao.

Ma Xiaotao grunted indifferently as she looked up and shot a cold look at the two people before her. So what if Im looking down on you two? I along am enough to take down the two of you. Come. If you want take revenge for your fallen comrades, youll have to take me down. However, thats if you have the ability to do so, because Ill destroy you if you dont.

Even the Heavenfiend Douluo felt his heart skip a beat when he heard these words; this girl was truly ferocious and dauntless!

How could Ma Rulong and Xiao Xiafeng not feel intense hatred when they heard her words? Two of their friends had just perished under Ma Xiaotaos hands, even if it hadnt been intentional. This feeling was intensified now that they were standing before the target of their vengeance, and was even further aggravated when Ma Xiaotao took the initiative to provoke them.

Ma Rulong had no confidence at all if he was to battle Ma Xiaotao by himself. However, it was a different story with Xiao Xiafeng by his side, who was a Class 5 soul engineer. He would have a much easier time dealing with Ma Xiaotao with Xiao Xiafeng impeding and obstructing her.

Xiao Xiafeng was infuriated at Ma Xiaotaos words, and nearly pounced forward before Ma Rulong held him back.

Do you guys really think you still stand a chance? You may not even be able to beat us, and so what if you do? Do you really think that those two little fellas over there can defeat Xiao Hongchen and his sister? Stop your wishful thinking; they have no way of countering Meng Hongchens venom.

Ma Xiaotao chuckled and said, Is spouting nonsense all you know how to do? If youre trying to beat down my fighting spirit, then youre dreaming. That venom is bullshit. Why dont you ask that immature little girl if she dares to face me in battle? Ill burn her alive. Stop this nonsense and lets get this over with. She then turned and walked to the edge of the competition stage.

Ma Rulong took a deep breath, as he knew that Ma Xiaotao wouldnt be easy to handle. Her temper was fiery and explosive, but her thoughts and reasoning were meticulous and thorough, to the point where he wasnt even sure what Ma Xiaotaos true strength was. He had yet to see where Ma Xiaotaos baseline lay, even up to today.

Ma Rulong led Xiao Xiafeng back to their corner, gradually distancing themselves from their opponent.

This round could be said to be the ultimate showdown between the Shrek Academy and the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineering Academys respective team leaders, and was also a clash of the highest level in the competition. Shrek Academy would have a shot at victory if she won, but if Ma Xiaotao lost, it would automatically decide the competitions result.

Ma Xiaotao quickly backed off to the edge of the stage, her eyes flickering with chilly light. Nobody knew what was on her mind as her expression grew solemn.

Ma Rulong whispered something into Xiao Xiafengs ear as the two of them took their time arriving at their own corner.

A light drizzle continued to flitter down. The current weather was extremely humid, which was naturally disadvantageous for Ma Xiaotao, but the negative impact shed received definitely wasnt that great.

The sprawling competition stage seemed to be riddled with gaping wounds from all of the battles that had taken place before; every surface was either damaged or smashed inwards like a crater.

The Heavenfiend Douluo glanced at both parties. The finals were about to end at long last. Even he felt a little exhausted from fully concentrating for such a long time, despite his cultivation.

Let the competition begin!

The ultimate showdown had finally started. Ma Xiaotao dashed forwards, while her phoenix wings swiftly emerged from her body into the air and flapped backwards. Her body barreled towards Ma Rulong and Xiao Xiafeng like a meteor. As she did so, she opened her mouth, a Phoenix Fireline surging out from it and asserting long-distance pressure.

Ma Rulong and Xiao Xiafeng werent slow either. Ma Rulong was well-aware that the methods hed employed against Jiang Peng would be useless against Ma Xiaotao. A thick, bluish-purple cannon barrel instantly appeared on his shoulder, which almost immediately fired a bluish-purple ball of light.

He and Xiao Xiafeng shared a decent chemistry, as a unidirectional soul shield was unleashed that protected them both from the Phoenix Fireline attack when he did so. At the same time, he rooted himself to the ground and quickly released his Soul Tool Fortress. Metal clanging sounds could be heard as a series of cannons appeared on his body with lightning speed; there was no doubt that he intended to use his most formidable firepower to coordinate with Ma Rulong. Relying on his food-type soul masters salient characteristics, his ability to continue battling was the best amongst the other Sun Moon team members.

The bluish-purple lightning strike that Ma Rulong had fired from the cannon in his hands wasnt directed at Ma Xiaotao. Instead, it struck the center of the competition stage.

A bluish-purple light wall was immediately erected at the exact spot it struck, barricading Ma Xiaotaos advance. According to Ma Rulongs judgment, Ma Xiaotao was fearsome and ferocious, thus she would definitely attempt to forcefully charge forward. And when she so, she would fall into his trap.