Chapter 78 Xuan Zi, Evil Soul Master?_1

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Within the span of just two breaths, the eighteen bright stars on Star's Guard had dimmed.

The golden shield instantly crumbled to pieces.

The entire audience couldn't help but inhale sharply.

The might of an eighth-grade Soul Guidance Device, terrifying indeed!

"You've lost!"

After the strike, Ma Rulong also had no strength left to fight.

He pretended to be strong, leaning on the Sword of Judgment as he stood.

In contrast, members of the Star Luo Team like Jiu Jiu, Huang Heyun, and Chen Xiaojie all appeared much more disheveled.

One after another, they fell to the ground.

As the caster of the Star's Guard, Jiu Jiu suffered a great backlash. She had already passed out.

"You, you all..."

Huang Heyun stretched out a trembling finger pointing at everyone.

However.

Before he could say anything, he felt a wave of discomfort in his heart, a surge of blood rushing to his throat, and he spat out a mouthful of old blood.

"Enough!"

It was at this moment, a grand voice rang out.

Everyone looked up to see that it was none other than His Majesty the Emperor of the Xingluo Empire.

Countless pairs of eyes focused on Xu Jiawei, waiting for the following words from His Majesty the Emperor.

"I hereby declare the Star Luo Royal Team admits defeat."

Xu Jiawei frowned, solemnly announcing the outcome of the competition.

"Your Majesty, we can still fight..."

Huang Heyun struggled to stand up.

At his side, the other members of the Star Luo Team did likewise.

Anyone who was conscious was struggling to stand.

But.

Their Soul Power had been completely drained long ago, and even the residual effects of the eighth-grade Soul Guidance Device had left them seriously injured.

"When I say enough, it is enough!"

Xu Jiawei still had his brow furrowed, "Sky Annihilation Elder, please announce the result of the match. The winners are the Sun-Moon Royal Soul Master Team."

Upon hearing these words, Sky Annihilation Douluo soared into the center of the arena.

He stood between the Sun-Moon Royal Soul Guidance Master Academy Team and the Star Luo Royal Team, loudly proclaiming: "I announce that the champion of this match is the Sun-Moon Royal Soul Guidance Master Academy Team! Also, they are the champions of this competition, let's give them a round of rapturous applause and congratulations."

One should not falter in spirit even if defeated, and even if the grand prize was taken by another, they must maintain their dignity.

As the words of Sky Annihilation Douluo spread throughout the venue, the audience first fell into a brief silence and then erupted into thunderous applause and cheers.

No matter who won or lost today, today's match was truly spectacular.

Seventh-grade and eighth-grade Soul Guidance Devices appeared one after another, making for an explosive sight rarely seen in the history of the competition.

"The money was well spent!"

"Indeed, just a few silver soul coins for a ticket to see someone wield an eighth-grade Soul Guidance Device, totally worth it."

"Even the next competition might not offer a match as thrilling as this one..."

"..."

The audience members all clutched their fists in excitement.

After a moment, the voice of Sky Annihilation Douluo once again rose in the arena, "Silence! Next, His Majesty will present the awards to the championship team. And he will also make a closing speech for the competition."

With the fall of Sky Annihilation Douluo's voice, thunderous applause erupted.

Many in the audience were citizens of the Xingluo Empire, naturally, they couldn't allow their Emperor to be disregarded.

Amidst the resounding applause, Xu Jiawei ascended the stage.

On either side of him stood two beauties in slit dresses.

Each beauty held a tray in their hands.

"Congratulations to you all."

Xu Jiawei spoke with great poise, "I hope that on your future path, you will continue to prosper."

However, who cared for his words?

Xiao Hongchen couldn't wait any longer and approached one of the trays, unveiling the mysterious veil.

"Wow, they actually are three soul bones..."

"But the quality is so-so..."

Upon hearing Xiao Hongchen's comment, the corners of Xu Jiawei's mouth involuntarily twitched.

Who on earth is this brat?

Doesn't he know how to save me some face?

Moreover, because of the Soul Master competition, I've already lost a lot, can't I use a few lower-quality soul bones to make up some losses?

After the end of the Soul Master competition, the Sun-Moon Royal Soul Guidance Master Academy Team departed overnight, embarking on their return journey to Ming City.

"Grandpa, it's really unnecessary, we just finished the competition, why rush off so hastily? Shouldn't we let everyone rest well and relax?"

On the way, Xiao Hongchen complained discontentedly.

Jing Hongchen snorted at his dear grandson, "Don't think I don't know what you're up to, are you looking to relax or to show off?"

"Erm..."

Xiao Hongchen's face flashed with an embarrassed expression.

Jing Hongchen's words had clearly struck a chord with him.

Meng Hongchen tugged at Jing Hongchen's sleeve, "Grandpa, I think after our hard-fought victory, it's a feat like no other, a little show-off shouldn't be a problem, right?"

This hard-earned victory was indeed momentous, even historically significant.

The Sun-Moon Empire's Sky Soul, Dou Spirit, and Star Luo nations couldn't hold their heads high, such a glorious achievement was certainly for the history books.

Facing Meng Hongchen, Jing Hongchen's attitude was very different, "Little Meng, there are still some secret issues at play here."

The gravity in Jing Hongchen's voice was clear to everyone present.

Elder Ma's heart also suddenly lurched.

So... what exactly was it that made the Hall Master so wary?

This time, without waiting for anyone to ask, Jing Hongchen explained the reason directly, "Some time ago, Qin Xiao caught the attention of the Body Sect. They want Qin Xiao to join them."

The Body Sect!

Upon hearing Jing Hongchen's words, Elder Ma's expression changed dramatically.

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