Chapter 59: Xiao San's Mind Crumbles

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This sudden change in formation caught everyone off guard.

The one who just broke Tang San's Blue Silver Grass was none other than the suddenly emerging Huo Wushuang.

Blazing Academy had been setting a trap from the very beginning. Everything they did was a lure, with the goal of first taking down the opposing team's support soul master, Jiangzhu.

The seamless coordination was all thanks to Feng Xiaotian.

With Feng Xiaotian's help, both Blazing Academy and Tianshui Academy had made thorough preparations.

They understood the abilities of every Shrek Academy soul master, including Ning Rongrong and Ma Hongjun, who had not yet entered the battlefield.

It was because of these preparations that they were able to devise a targeted battle strategy.

Before the match, Feng Xiaotian had advised Huo Wushuang and Huo Wu not to focus their strength on attacking the strongest opponent, Tang San, but to use cunning instead.

The key to this battle was psychological warfare.

By first defeating the weakest link in the opponent's team, they could demoralize them, which would be advantageous for the battles to come.

With Jiangzhu knocked out of the ring, the situation on the battlefield changed, leaving the Shrek team at a disadvantage with six against seven.

The audience erupted in surprise.

"One of the Shrek team members was the first to be knocked out of the ring?"

"Blazing Academy's teamwork seems more synchronized. It looks like this was their strategy from the beginning."

"With the Shrek team now facing a six-on-seven disadvantage, can they still win?"

"It's hard to say. After all, Tang San has a ten-thousand-year spirit ring. Among the students in this competition, his strength is second only to Feng Xiaotian. Until the last moment, it's difficult to predict the outcome."

"True, let's see what happens next."

In the VIP seats.

Ning Fengzhi's expression was solemn, while Emperor Xue Ye frowned deeply. Platinum Bishop Salas, however, allowed a slight smile to appear on his face.

Emperor Xue Ye turned to Ning Fengzhi and asked, "Sect Master Ning, this is the first time a member of the Shrek team has been kicked out of the ring. Do you think this will affect the outcome of the match?"

Ning Fengzhi looked at the central arena and replied expressionlessly, "Blazing Academy is strong and seems well-prepared. With Shrek Academy only sending out three main players, winning might be difficult. However, I believe Tang San will find a way."

"Let's hope so. Let's continue watching."

On the soul master platform.

Seeing the scene unfold, Yu Xiaogang remained silent, as if he had anticipated this result.

Ma Hongjun clenched his fists, feeling sorry for Jiangzhu.

"That was too harsh! How could they hit a girl so hard!"

Oscar said, "Fatty, this is a ring fight. The opponents are all enemies—there's no distinction between men and women here!"

Yu Xiaogang sighed, "Little Ao is right. Blazing Academy is clearly the more prepared team. This time, we were careless."

"Teacher, it seems like they know us very well. They set a trap for Brother San and the others right from the start. It's terrifying."

"Yes, the situation might be worse than we imagined. I suspect their understanding of Xiao San goes much deeper."

"Teacher, what should we do? Without Jiangzhu, can Brother San and the others still win?"

"Let's wait and see. Facing adversity is also a form of training for you all."

"Understood."

The group turned their gaze to Tang San on the stage.

Little did they know, Tang San's mindset was already beginning to crumble.

Just now, Huo Wushuang glanced over at the soul master platform, and Tang San caught that moment.

Using his Purple Demon Eyes, Tang San noticed that Huo Wushuang was looking towards Feng Xiaotian and Shui Bing'er, who were standing there, chatting and laughing, appearing relaxed.

Suddenly, an ominous feeling surged within him. The Blazing Fire Academy's tactical arrangements seemed to be connected to Feng Xiaotian.

Dai Mubai, seeing his somewhat dispirited teammates, encouraged them, "Don't worry, everyone. Even with one person down, Shrek will still achieve final victory!"

Hearing Dai Mubai's words, Tang San managed to gather himself a little.

But more blows followed.

Huo Wushuang taunted, "I told you, today will be the end of your winning streak. You've all underestimated us. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan's powerful support soul master and the Fatty with the Evil Fire Phoenix spirit—neither of them are participating. Even the female soul master who can perform a spirit fusion technique with your captain isn't fighting. Who do you think you're looking down on?"

Huo Wushuang's words left all six members of the Shrek team stunned.

They never expected that the abilities of their teammates, who had been carefully hidden until now, would be so clearly exposed to the enemy.

Huo Wu continued:

"We know everything about your team, including every single one of your abilities. So, with just the few of you, there's no way you can win this match!"

Psychological attacks are far more likely to break someone down than physical ones, and this was exactly the "mind game" that Feng Xiaotian had devised.

With one mental assault after another, it became increasingly difficult for Tang San to remain calm.

Dai Mubai suddenly shouted:

"So what if you know? If you think you can defeat Shrek Academy, you're dreaming! Come on, brothers, let's stay strong!"

Xiao Wu also reminded him:

"San Ge, we're not going to lose."

Tang San gritted his teeth, clenched his fists, and a fierce determination flickered in his eyes.

"Losing one support soul master is nothing. We don't need our full strength to deal with you!"

Huo Wu sneered:

"Oh really? Let's see who will make it to the end!"

"Enough talk, let's fight!"

As Dai Mubai spoke, he unleashed his third spirit ability, White Tiger Vajra Transformation. His aura intensified instantly, and he charged towards Huo Wushuang with ferocious momentum.

Xiao Wu, Jing Ling, Tai Long, and Huang Yuan also rushed forward.

On Blazing Academy's side, the two support soul masters quickly took action.

The sparks in the air suddenly accelerated, converging on Huo Wushuang in an instant.

Taking advantage of the moment, Huo Wushuang activated his fourth spirit ability, Flame Fist.

With the help of the two support soul masters, Huo Wushuang's strength surged by 50%.

The moment Dai Mubai's fist collided with Huo Wushuang's, he was sent flying.

"Boss Dai, watch out!"

Reacting quickly, Tang San released his Blue Silver Grass, wrapping it around Dai Mubai's waist to pull him back.

But the attacks from Blazing Academy didn't stop.

Huo Wu activated her third spirit ability, Defying Fire Ring.

In an instant, a powerful, scorching force blasted all of the Shrek members away.

Having already taken a heavy hit from Huo Wushuang, Dai Mubai then bore the brunt of the Defying Fire Ring. If not for Tang San's Blue Silver Grass wrapped around him, he would likely have been thrown out of the ring.

But was it over?

Before Dai Mubai could steady himself, two fire cranes had already dived toward him.

(End of Chapter)