Douluo Dalu 2: Unrivaled Tang Sect

Chapter 81.2. Hidden Strength… (Preview)

Were still young, so the academy mainly wanted us to participate in the next tournament. Because of that, they asked us not to use all our strength under normal circumstances. But for the sake of the academys honor, I feel that we can no longer continue to hide. During the following two matches, itll be very hard for us to win if we have to face any Soul Kings.

Everyone couldnt help but look at each other after hearing his words. Sure enough, the fact that he had been chosen by the academy meant that he wasnt someone easily dealt with!

Wang Dong looked towards Xu Sanshi, Senior Xu, can I ask a question? During our match today, how much strength did you use?

Xu Sanshi thought about it for a moment. About thirty or forty percent. In reality, Teacher Wangs estimations were wrong. I only can release my full strength when I work together with Bei Bei. We were a couple in the first place.

Dont be so full of air when you speak, Bei Bei said gloomily, Whos a couple with you? Were partners. Explain it clearly.

Che Xu Sanshi curled his lips, Could it be that you dont know who I like? This brothers orientations are perfectly normal. With that, his gaze immediately landed on Jiang Nannans body.

However, Jiang Nannan didnt even spare him a glance. She thoughtlessly walked over to Xiao Xiaos side, and with a flick of the wrist, the pair of scissors that had previously appeared during the match once again appeared.

Thirty to forty percent of his strength? They were all four-ringed soul masters, but just how strong was Xu Sanshi? Furthermore, there was also Bei Bei, who had similarly hidden his strength.

Suddenly, Huo Yuhao felt as if the preparatory team he was in wasnt as weak as they seemed on the surface!

Huo Yuhao asked, Senior Bei, does Teacher Wang know that you have been unofficially declared a member of Shreks Seven Monsters?

Bei Bei shook his head. Teacher Wang doesnt know. This is a high-level secret in the academy. Only the two Deans of the Martial Soul Department and the elders of the Sea Gods Pavilion know of it. The Sea Gods Pavilion is the highest level of command that our academy has, and its based on Sea Gods Island. According to the stories, the master of the Sea Gods Pavilion is the true number one expert our academy has. Only, he keeps watch from Sea Gods Island, and even we have never seen what he looks like.

Hes even stronger than Elder Xuan? Huo Yuhao asked astonishedly. From his recollections, Elder Xuan was already a near-omnipotent super-expert due to the terrifying speed at which hed flown alongside them, and the catastrophic level of strength that hed released when hed flown into a rage.

Bei Bei shrugged. Hasnt Elder Xuan already said it before? Hes the vice-captain of our Shrek Guardians. Since theres a vice-captain, theres naturally a captain. Our captain is the master of the Sea Gods Pavilion. Only, nobody has ever seen him make a move.

After listening to Bei Bei, Huo Yuhao, Wang Dong, and Xiao Xiao finally understood everything. Their understanding of the academy was simply too lacking. Unexpectedly, there was even a place like Sea Gods Island within the inner courtyard. Furthermore, from what Bei Bei said, this Sea Gods Island had a much greater level of influence even when compared to the Deans.

Bei Bei said, Theres no need for you guys to think too much over it. Although weve hidden some of our strength, we didnt hide too much. After all, were still at the Soul Ancestor level of strength. Youll see it during the tournament. Lets just follow Teacher Wang Yans tactics and arrangements. However, if we get put into a 2-2-3 match, theres a high chance that Sanshi and I will be put into a team to fight against their strongest experts. On the other hand, there may be changes in the other teams. Nannan, what would happen if you were placed with Caitou?

Without any hesitation at all, Jiang Nannan replied, Other than a certain person, Im fine with pairing up with anybody else.

Xu Sanshi immediately interrupted her, I know, youre not willing to be together with a serious-looking person like Bei Bei. Bei Bei, I think its still better for me to work together with Nannan. You can just work with somebody else.

Jiang Nannan flew into a rage. Stop playing dumb. The certain person Im talking about is you. Stay away from me, otherwise dont blame me for being impolite to you. As she spoke, she waved the scissors in her hand through the air.

Xu Sanshi immediately fell silent. Clearly, he was acting as though he had fallen silent out of fear, and everybody could see that he nearly couldnt help but fly into uproarious laughter.

Bei Bei said, Then, well temporarily put you with Caitou. Yuhao, well leave your partners as Wang Dong and Xiao Xiao. If we cant deal with our enemies during the first two matches, you wont have to try too excessively during the last match. You should do your best to hide your secrets. Preferably, itd be better for you to lose rather than reveal some of your secrets. Understand? After all, we can still win even if we lose a single match in the round-robin tournament. Furthermore, its impossible for us to be put into a 2-2-3 fight every round.

Yes. Huo Yuhao replied immediately. He had nothing but utmost trust for his senior brother.

A light flickered across Bei Beis eyes. Fine. Everybody, go back. We dont have to stay here anymore. Teacher Wang Yan will definitely make a few arrangements for us based on our opponents strengths. Everybody, go get a good rest and maintain your conditions.

After returning to their hotel room, Huo Yuhao called Wang Dong to his room to cultivate.

Wang Dong closed the door and said, I didnt think that senior brother and Xu Sanshi wouldve hidden the fact that they were unofficial members of Shreks Seven Devils. We should have a fighting chance now.

Huo Yuhao said, Its hard to tell. If were in a 1v1 elimination round or a team fight, our seniors will be able to utilise their strengths optimally. However, if we really do get into a 2-2-3 match like senior brother said, well be in a bit of trouble. After all, the only strong teammates we have are the two of them.

Wang Dong was somewhat unresigned. Youre underestimating us too much. Do we not have enough strength to win a single battle? Dont forget, we can now use our Golden Road again.

Huo Yuhao smiled bitterly. Out of everyone who can participate in the Continental Advanced Soul Duelling Tournament, tell me, who isnt a real elite? Since weve already used the Golden Road once, our opponents will be cautious of it. Its greatest flaw is the fact that its an attack that only targets a single direction. As long as our opponents make a few preparations against it, our chances of succeeding will be much lower. Out of the three of us, two of us have two rings, while you have three rings. If all of our opponents are Soul Ancestors, we practically have no chance of winning.

Wang Dong fell silent, as though he were pondering something.

Huo Yuhao patted his shoulder. Come, lets go cultivate. Every single little bit counts. No matter what, we should do our best. We absolutely cannot let the glory of Shrek Academy and the Tang Sect be tarnished because of us.

Right.

The matches of the round-robin tournament were held on alternate days. For example, every team in Group A would have to undergo seven matches. If a team wanted to qualify, they would have to beat five teams at the very least to stand a chance. Only by winning six matches would a team be able to guarantee themselves a spot in the next round.

After two days passed, the first round of the round-robin tournament ended. When compared to the elimination round, the round-robin tournament was much more peaceful. Every single team continuously revised their battle tactics, and the strategies used in every single round of the tournament were more detailed than the last. However, it wasnt as crazy as the elimination round.

The first round of the elimination round was still affecting the round-robin tournament; the teams whose main forces had been injured were using the first round of the round-robin tournament to adjust their teams condition. Because of that, the first round wasnt overly exciting. It wasnt yet time for everyone to bring out their strongest powers.

However, a perspecious person could tell that the first round of the round-robin tournament was the calm before the storm. Many of the teams couldnt afford to lose the coming matches anymore.

Night.

Teacher Wang Yan, where are we going? Bei Bei asked, puzzled.

One day had passed since the first round of the tournament, and they would be starting the second round of the round-robin tournament tomorrow. However, Wang Yan was bringing the seven from the preparatory team out of the Grand Imperial Star Hotel after dinner.

In the first place, this was the most bustling part of Star Luo City. The moment they stepped out the door, they were engulfed by a large and chaotic number of people.

Wang Yan smiled slightly. Im bringing you to a place. Just follow me. Recently, wed just finished our Guardian assignment before participating in this tournament. Your minds have been strained the whole time. It wont be good if youre like this the whole time. Im bringing you to a place where you can relax. Relaxation will have some benefits for your future matches.

Relaxing?

Their faces became somewhat strange. They were already aware of how strong their imminent opponents were, but Teacher Wang was actually taking them out to help them relax? Could anyone even believe him? However, Teacher Wangs concealment skills were much better than last time, at the very least. Nobody questioned him, because everyone knew that wherever he was going to take them was definitely for the sake of obtaining better results in the tournament.

Since the start of the Continental Advanced Academy Soul Duelling Tournament, the vast Star Luo City had become extremely congested. It was very hard to maintain ones speed within the crowd, especially on the streets near Star Luo Plaza, which were permanently congested.

During the past few days, Wang Yan seemed to have understood the general outlines of their surroundings. After bringing them through a crowded part of the road, they broke through the masses; there were now much fewer people around them.

After passing through another few streets, they finally stopped at a pointed-looking building.

This building wasnt too conspicuous, and although it wasnt too big compared to the other tall buildings surrounding it, it could be considered prominent. A sign with the design of a hammer was placed above its door, and the image of a golden, veined tabletop was under the hammer.

Of the members of the preparatory team, only Huo Yuhao revealed a blank look at seeing this sign; the others all had a sudden flash of enlightenment.

Huo Yuhao whispered to Wang Dong, What is this place?

Wang Dong said, This is an auction. See the design of that sign? That elaborately carved hammer is the symbol of an auction. Only auctions and blacksmiths use a hammer as a sign, but the hammer of a blacksmith tends to be much rougher and larger. As long as its not too late, you should be able to hear the sounds of hammering near a blacksmith.