Chapter 93: Four Severely Wounded

At this moment, Tang San seemed almost insane, his hands turning white, clearly intending to keep the Spirit Battle going.

But the Chi Huo Xue Yuan's tactics had already been executed; they used Huo Wu's soul skill together with several martial souls to disperse all of Shrek's formations, and seized the chance to have two auxiliary spirit masters aid Huo Wu in charging, completing her Fourth Soul Skill, Flame Dance Radiant Sun.

Especially under the four's containment, Tang San and the others could not interfere with Huo Wu's final attack, making defeat seem inevitable.

Beside them, Yu Xiaogang watched Huo Wu's state and also watched Tang San, seeming unsure how to choose; evidently he trusted Tang San's judgment more, at least in his eyes Tang San had never erred.

The atmosphere on the spot instantly grew extremely tense; the whole arena fell silent, even the referee said nothing.

As the massive Flame Dance Radiant Sun descended, it was like a huge sun crashing into the ground; its attack range covered essentially the entire arena, and the arena seemed to erupt with a huge Explosion, while Tang San and his companions also unleashed their strongest soul skills.

When everyone could see the arena again, Tang San and the three others were all lying on the arena, blood dripping from their mouths, clearly badly wounded; meanwhile, Yang Xiong stood at the arena's edge, his whole body like a Silver giant, his clothes completely torn, only half a pair of pants covering him, yet his body was as if cast in silver‑coated iron, showing terrifying muscles and an overwhelming might.

Even Huo Wu on the opposite side couldn't help but swallow, "Yang Xiong, although the final result earlier controlled the power and direction, you weren't injured by such a massive Explosion?"

The spectators also swallowed, and although Hu Yanli claims to be a pure Defense System spirit master, from that strike it seemed Yang Xiong's defensive power was far stronger than Hu Yanli's.

Yu Xiaogang and Flanders and others hurried to the side of the arena, but the referee shouted angrily, "The competition isn't over; non‑participants may not approach the arena, otherwise it's an automatic loss."

Yu Xiaogang retorted, "This isn't a Spirit Battle competition, it's murder; the tournament rules forbid deliberately maiming opponents, I'll file a complaint."

The referee coldly replied, "The girl over there had already warned them in advance and even held back at the last moment; they chose to stubbornly endure the soul skill themselves, so such injuries don't violate the tournament rules."

Yu Xiaogang was speechless at that, having studied the Soul Master Competition rules but apparently not thoroughly enough.

The referee then looked at Yang Xiong: "Second Team of the Heaven Dou Royal Academy still has one member; do you wish to continue the match?"

Across, Huo Wushuang suddenly spoke, "I didn't expect your defensive power to be so strong; you seem the strongest among Shrek's people. Do you still want to keep fighting?"

Yang Xiong withdrew his martial soul and Soul Ring, shaking his head, "It's unnecessary. Though you've spent a lot of soul power, you have seven people; I have only one. We concede this match."

Upon hearing Yang Xiong's words, the referee announced the result: "Heaven Dou Royal Academy's Shrek team versus Chi Huo Xue Yuan; the Chi Huo Xue Yuan team wins."

Yu Xiaogang, Flanders and the others, hearing this, ignored the outcome and hurriedly escorted Tang San and the others off the arena, while the substitute Jiang Zhu immediately began treating the four, and many healing spirit masters also arrived.

Even a healing spirit master approached Yang Xiong, and after close observation exclaimed, "You only got a slight burn from that massive Explosion, yet you recovered so quickly; your physical quality is extraordinary."

Yang Xiong swiftly changed his clothes and, with an indifferent expression, said, "Thanks, I have nothing else; you all go treat my teammates."

Ning Rongrong stayed by Yang Xiong's side, and, somewhat puzzled, said, "Xiao Xiongzi, your physical quality is amazing; this defensive power is probably even better than Hu Yanli's massive build."

Yang Xiong finally let a smile appear at the corner of his mouth, "Hu Yanli? That's nothing, just a barbarian."

Oscar forced the remaining soul power to give the four a Super Recovery Big Sausage, then came to Yang Xiong's side, saying gratefully, "Xiong Ge, thanks for earlier; if you hadn't taken Rong Rong and me off the arena, we both would have been seriously injured, especially since our auxiliary physical quality and defense are poorer."

Yang Xiong looked at Oscar and Ning Rongrong with helplessness; both are auxiliary system spirit masters, now looking utterly exhausted, likely having spent almost all their soul power on the arena.

"This is just an ordinary Spirit Battle competition; there's no need to obsess over victory, nor risk your lives. Huo Wu's Flame Dance Radiant Sun is simply beyond what you can currently endure."

Both felt a lingering chill after hearing that.

The Heaven Dou Royal Academy (or perhaps the Heaven Dou Imperial Family) reacted swiftly, and soon a healing Soul Emperor arrived to treat Tang San and the three others.

The extensive burns on the four had recovered at an astonishing speed, leaving no wounds at all.

Yu Xiaogang asked anxiously, "Sir, how are the injuries on Tang San and the other three?"

The healing Soul Emperor, clearly irritated, replied, "Their injuries are minor; they'll fully recover in two or three days. But until then they should avoid Spirit Battles, or it could cause hidden health issues. They're just kids; don't push so hard on the arena. If that girl opposite doesn't temper her power, all four could be seriously maimed."

"I know you seek the glory of the Soul Master Competition, hoping to make a name for yourselves, but you must also watch the children's health; otherwise, if an accident truly occurs, there's nothing I can do."

Yu Xiaogang and Flanders exchanged glances; Yang Xiong had already conceded, yet Tang San insisted on continuing, and Huo Wu's Fourth Soul Skill, aided by the two auxiliaries, came at them uncontrollably, otherwise no one would have been injured.

After everyone returned to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, Yu Xiaogang personally tended Tang San, Ma Hongjun looked after Dai Mubai, and the two girls were cared for by Jiang Zhu and Qin Shuang.

Yang Xiong followed Flanders alone into the office, while Er Long stayed beside Yu Xiaogang.

Flanders, after a moment of silence looking at Yang Xiong, said, "Regarding today's arena incident, I apologize on behalf of Xiao San and Xiao Gang; your decision was correct."

Yang Xiong's mouth twitched a cold smile, "Dean, some matters you handle yourselves, but you should understand my purpose of studying: the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect does not permit Ning Rongrong any injury; she is not only the Sect Leader's daughter but also the next Sect Leader."

"If we overreached and got hurt, I have nothing to say, and the Sect Leader has nothing to say, but you've seen today's situation; I hope everyone in the team shares an understanding, at least not to act rashly for a fleeting victory."

Flanders, after a pause, said, "I understand. I'll go find Xiao Gang and Tang San individually; you're students, your safety and future are paramount."

Yang Xiong said, "Thanks for the Dean's understanding, but I think the Dean should also be more vigilant; many members of the Shrek team have extraordinary backgrounds, and if something happens to Dai Mubai or Zhu Zhuqing, it would be hard to account for."

Flanders smiled, "You little brat, sometimes your rationality is frightening; I've been crawling through the Soul Master World for half a life, these matters don't need you to teach me."

"Thanks for letting Oscar and Ning Rongrong leave the arena early today; if they were injured, I'd feel even more guilty."

Yang Xiong laughed, "Dean, you're a good person, just a bit unfortunate."

Even after leaving the original Shrek Academy to join the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, everyone still calls Flanders "Dean," out of respect.

Within the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, Ning Fengzhi and Jian Gu Douluo sat together.

Ning Fengzhi said reflectively, "Gu Shu, placing Yang Xiong beside Rong Rong was indeed right; otherwise Rong Rong might have been seriously injured in today's match."

Gu Douluo nodded, "That kid did well in this respect, protecting Rong Rong's safety right away, and didn't waste the effort we put into him."

The normally composed Jian Douluo's face flashed surprise, "Old Bone, Fengzhi, what are you saying? Is Rong Rong in danger? I'll go check on her."

Gu Douluo hurriedly said, "Old Swordman, Rong Rong is fine; it's just the Soul Master Competition, only the opposing spirit master's soul skill was stronger, …"

Jian Douluo, regardless of Gu Douluo's words, anxiously prepared to fly away, "If Rong Rong was frightened as you say, I must go see her, otherwise I can't rest."

Seeing Jian Douluo soar away on his sword, Gu Douluo and Ning Fengzhi exchanged glances, and finally Ning Fengzhi swallowed, "Gu Shu, you say Jian Shu is afraid Rong Rong might be frightened, or does he just want to see her?"

Gu Douluo snorted, "That old Swordman still plays such petty tricks, trying to slip out of the sect to see Rong Rong."

Ning Fengzhi: …

After a pause, Ning Fengzhi continued, "Gu Shu, don't you think Yang Xiong's defense is beyond all our expectations? His cultivation of the Defense Path …"

Gu Douluo, rarely showing appreciation, said, "Fengzhi, you're mistaken; Yang Xiong not only has formidable defense, his attack should be even stronger. Across the Tiandou Region, purely in offense and defense, no one can match him."

Ning Fengzhi showed a hint of doubt, "Gu Shu, what do you mean?"

Gu Douluo sighed, "Fengzhi, this Yang Xiong is far smarter than we imagined, compared to those flamboyant students, he knows how to conceal his weakness."

"I bet he's hiding at least thirty percent of his strength, maybe more. Imagine if we hadn't sent someone to observe him secretly, who would know he also possesses a top‑tier Defense System External Soul Bone? Even his family probably doesn't know."

In fact, Gu Douluo was right; Yang Xiong does conceal his power, but not just thirty percent.

Because Yang Xiong was assigned as a Defense System spirit master, he hasn't showcased much in the competition; no one has seen his attack power, whether Teleportation or the evolved Spiral Sphere, especially after the second development of the Spiral Sphere greatly increased its power, even current Yang Xiong cannot fully control it.

It wasn't until night that Tang San finally woke up, but he felt his whole body sore, his skin burning, and even his bones seemed about to shatter.

Yu Xiaogang hurriedly spoke, "Tang San, you finally woke up. The doctor said you must rest properly for two days, and you must not move around recklessly during these two days."

Tang San forced himself to speak through excruciating pain, "Teacher, how is Xiao Wu? No serious injuries, right?"

Yu Xiaogang said, "Xiao Wu has also already received treatment. She woke up once an hour ago, but now has fallen asleep again. Xiao Wu's injuries are much lighter than yours, but the doctor likewise advises that Xiao Wu should not move around recklessly for these two days."

Tang San finally breathed a sigh of relief, but after thinking carefully he spoke, "Teacher, how did the result of this competition turn out?"

Yu Xiaogang sighed, "Tang San, I know you and Xiao Wu share a deep bond, but sometimes you are a bit too stubborn; I don't know whether this kind of personality is right or wrong."

(End of chapter)