Below the competition stage, the originally noisy crowd was now silent, so quiet that you could hear a pin drop.

The audience was stunned, as if petrified, with disbelief written all over their faces. Their eyes were all focused on the competition stage, or more precisely, on the young man named Han Yu.

Han Yu still maintained the posture of releasing soul skills. His upright body was like a javelin, and his dark eyes were as deep as the starry sky, as if they contained endless secrets.

He slowly withdrew his right hand, with a trace of lightning still lingering on his fingertips. There was a faint smell of burning in the air around him, which was the mark left by the violent collision of soul power.

Opposite him, Huo Yuhao had already lost consciousness and collapsed to the ground, his body twitching slightly, obviously in great pain.

The surface of Huo Yuhao's body was covered with dense cracks, like a piece of porcelain about to break, which was shocking to the sight.

"It actually...it actually ended like this?"

I don't know who broke the silence first, muttering in a trembling voice.

"It happened too fast! I didn't even see clearly what happened!"

"Han Yu...he actually killed a Soul Douluo in a second!"

The audience was immediately in an uproar, with everyone talking about it, and everyone was expressing their shock and disbelief.

"How is this possible?"

In the VIP seats, an old man stood up in disbelief, his cloudy eyes filled with shock and confusion.

He is a highly respected elder of the Star Luo Empire. His strength has reached the peak of Soul Douluo and he is only one step away from becoming a Titled Douluo.

He prided himself on being well-informed, but he had never seen anything so bizarre.

"What is the origin of this Han Yu?"

The old man stared at Han Yu intently, trying to see through him, but he was doomed to be disappointed. Han Yu seemed to be shrouded in a layer of fog, making it difficult to see or understand.

Although the ratio of his spirit rings is very terrifying, this is too outrageous!
Han Yu's gaze slowly shifted away from the unconscious Huo Yuhao and turned to Zheng Zhan who was still immersed in shock.

Zheng Zhan is tall and stands like an iron tower, but at this moment he seems a little dazed.

Han Yu sighed softly. He knew that the cruelty of this battle and his power could only be truly experienced by Zheng Zhan, who was closest to it and had the strongest strength.

"Referee, please announce the result of the match."

Han Yu's voice was not loud, but it was like a thunderclap, pulling Zheng Zhan back from his shock.

Zheng Zhan turned his head and looked at Han Yu blankly, with a hint of disbelief still in his eyes.

He subconsciously raised his right hand and gently wiped the sweat from his forehead with the rough back of his hand.

Others may have only seen the result of the game, but only Zheng Zhan, the Titled Douluo, could feel the destructive power contained in that terrifying soul skill just now.

He was closest to Han Yu, so naturally he could feel the suffocating feeling of oppression the most.

"What a blessing..."

Zheng Zhan muttered to himself in a low voice, with a hint of fear and relief in his tone.

He looked at Huo Yuhao who was lying unconscious on the ground, and secretly rejoiced in his heart: If Han Yu had not shown mercy, Huo Yuhao would have been reduced to ashes and turned into a wisp of smoke by now. How could he still be lying here?

"I declare that the Snow Demon Sect wins!" The referee's loud voice resounded throughout the entire arena, announcing the final result of the battle.

"Since the Snow Demon Sect has won three games in a row, they will win the next game without a fight and advance directly to the finals!"

The referee's announcement was like a flash of lightning, instantly igniting the enthusiasm of the entire arena. Deafening cheers broke out in the audience, and people raised their hands high, shouting excitedly, celebrating the victory of the Snow Demon Sect.

And this final will be held the day after tomorrow.

Back at the hotel, everyone took a rest.

Han Yu and the others also returned to their room.

They were very tired after these days, so they naturally would not waste the time for rest.

However, in Mingdu, there was an undercurrent.

Dinghou Street, located in the western suburbs of Mingdu, is the most inconspicuous corner of this bustling city.

There are no towering skyscrapers or bustling scenes with heavy traffic here, but only low, old civilian houses and narrow, crowded streets.

Most of the shops on both sides of the street have closed, with only a few still open. The dim lights shine through the windows onto the street, reflecting a depressed and deserted scene.

There were few pedestrians on the street, with only a few hurried figures passing by occasionally, adding a somewhat eerie atmosphere to the quiet night.

At the end of Dinghou Street, there is a small restaurant called "Old Place". What is out of tune with the dilapidated environment is that this small restaurant is brightly lit and bustling with people at this time, forming a sharp contrast with the deserted surroundings.

The restaurant is not big, with only four or five tables. The decoration is simple, even shabby, but even so, it cannot stop the enthusiasm of diners.

The restaurant was packed with diners. While enjoying their simple meals, they were enthusiastically discussing the exciting games that had taken place during the day, their words filled with excitement and agitation.

In the innermost corner of the small restaurant, there was a table that stood out particularly. Three figures wearing black cloaks and wide-brimmed hats were sitting around the table. Their faces were hidden under the brims of their hats and veils, making it impossible to see their true appearance.

They are tall and have extraordinary temperament, which is out of tune with the surrounding environment. They seem like messengers from another world, adding a bit of mystery to this noisy little restaurant.

"I really didn't expect this result." The figure sitting on the innermost side whispered. Her voice was clear and pleasant, as beautiful as a nightingale, but it was deliberately lowered so that people could not discern her age and identity.

These three people are Princess Xu Jiujiu of the Xingluo Empire, Princess Vina of the Tianhun Empire, and Qiu'er.

Who could have imagined that these three stunning women representing three forces would gather in such a cramped little restaurant?
Under the dim light, three beautiful faces were hidden behind veils, whispering, as if they were plotting something earth-shattering.

Outside the window, people were coming and going, and the hustle and bustle of the market formed a sharp contrast with the restaurant, making the atmosphere here even more mysterious. But in a place like this, it was indeed difficult to be discovered. Xu Jiujiu gently put down the teacup in his hand, and his slender fingers gently rubbed the edge of the cup, making a subtle sound.

She was silent for a moment, a complicated look flashed across her beautiful eyes, then she raised her head, her gaze fell on the tall woman opposite her, and said in a deep voice:

"Qiu'er, how is the situation over there?"

Qiu Er naturally knew what she meant by asking. She nodded slightly and said in a calm and firm tone, "I have discussed with Han Yu and several elders and have decided to cooperate with you."

After hearing what she said, Xu Jiujiu and Vina's bodies were obviously shocked. For them, there was no news more exciting than this.

Xu Jiujiu took a deep breath, suppressed her inner excitement, and a glimmer of hope flashed in her beautiful eyes. "Okay. With your help, our chances will be much better."

She was obviously a little excited and put her hands on the table. Although her voice was deliberately lowered, one could still hear the excitement in it.

Vina, who was sitting next to him, nodded, a smile appeared on her beautiful face, and she said, "That's great. Facing a powerful enemy, we must unite as one. I hope this is a good start. No matter how powerful the Sun-Moon Empire is, it is not a monolithic entity."

Compared to Shrek Academy, the Tianhun Empire and Xingluo Empire were obviously more eager to deal with the Sun-Moon Empire. Once the Sun-Moon Empire launched an aggressive war, these two countries would be the first to bear the brunt.

Qiu'er whispered, "Okay, let's discuss the details. Time is tight, and after we discuss, we can go back and make arrangements. Now you don't have to hide your action plan from us anymore..."

Xu Jiujiu nodded. She had no doubts about Qiu'er.

The voices of the three women disappeared, only their lips behind the veils moved, like blooming flowers, silently telling of their plans and determination.
"How's the arrangement going?" Xu Tianran leaned on the couch, his eyes slightly narrowed but with a gleam in his eyes, as he stared at a man covered in black clothes who was kneeling not far in front of the couch.

The man in black knelt respectfully with his head lowered, but his tone could hardly conceal a hint of excitement:
"Your Highness, everything has been arranged. The east, south, and north directions are all heavily guarded by our troops, all of whom are ninth-level soul guides. Each direction is equipped with more than five fixed-type soul guide shells. Following your instructions, I deliberately leaked some information. I believe they should have known about this situation by now."

Xu Tianran's mouth curled up in an icy arc, as if he was satisfied with the answer of the man in black, but the gleam in his eyes did not diminish in the slightest:
"Very good. What about the west? How is the preparation?"

"Your Highness, the west side is ready. The people we captured earlier are also detained in the west side. We have made all the necessary preparations and are just waiting for them to fall into our trap."

The man in black spoke in a grim tone, as if he had foreseen the fate of his enemy.

Xu Tianran nodded slightly, a cold light flashing in his eyes: "Very good. You did a good job. Pass the order down, the whole city will be on level one alert for the next two days, let everyone be alert and be ready at any time."

"Yes!" The man in black bowed respectfully and accepted the order. Then he stood up and disappeared into the shadows like a wisp of green smoke.

Xu Tianran turned his gaze out the window, looking at the city in the distance that was gradually being swallowed by the night, and a deep light flashed in his eyes:

"I hope they will make the right choice. If they choose to break out to the west, our losses will be minimized. Otherwise..."

He gently turned the ring in his hand, his tone revealing a hint of cold murderous intent, "Then we have no choice but to catch them all in one fell swoop."

Having said this, he slowly stood up, and the soft couch he was leaning on seemed to have lost its support and swayed slightly a few times.

He did not release his martial spirit, but his body floated lightly like a feather and slowly landed on a wheelchair not far away.

He flicked his sleeves lightly with both hands, and the wheelchair automatically slid forward and headed towards the study.

Outside the window, night has fallen completely, the stars are twinkling, and the moonlight is shining like silver light, casting a mysterious veil on this ancient city.

The fierce battle between the Snow Demon Sect and the Holy Spirit Sect seemed to have injected stimulants into the city, and an atmosphere of restlessness permeated the air.

However, as the night deepened, the noise gradually faded, replaced by a suffocating silence. The whole city seemed to have fallen into a deep sleep, with no one on the streets, and only the occasional barking of dogs, which made the night even quieter.

The silence in Mingdu lasted until noon the next day, when the citizens who were still immersed in excitement and tension yesterday gradually woke up from their sleep and started a new day. Everything seemed to be back on track.

Yesterday, the match between the Snow Demon Sect and the Holy Spirit Sect was like a violent storm that swept across Mingdu, attracting everyone's attention.

The fierce battle, the powerful spirit skills, and the final victory of the Snow Demon Sect have become topics that people talk about with relish.

In comparison, the upcoming finals between the Sun Moon Royal Soul Instructor Academy and other academies seemed a little dull.

After all, even the powerful Holy Spirit Sect was defeated by the Snow Demon Sect, so how much chance does the Sun Moon Royal Soul Instructor Academy have of winning? People couldn't help but have such doubts in their minds.

Indeed, as the top soul instructor academy on the continent, the Sun Moon Royal Soul Instructor Academy’s strength should not be underestimated.

They have the best teachers, the most abundant resources, and the most rigorous training. However, the strength displayed by the Snow Demon Sect is enough to shock anyone.

Each of their team members possessed strong strength and rich combat experience, especially their captain, who showed incredible talent and strength.

Therefore, most people believe that the overall strength of the Snow Demon Sect is above that of the Sun Moon Royal Soul Instructor Academy.

This final was more of a contest between the Snow Demon Sect and the Sun-Moon Royal Soul Instructor Academy than a competition between the Sun-Moon Royal Soul Instructor Academy and other academies.

Even if the Sun Moon Royal Soul Instructor Academy can eventually win the championship, in people's minds, it is probably difficult to be compared with the Snow Demon Sect that defeated the Holy Spirit Sect.

Of course, the outcome of the game was not completely without suspense.

After all, the Snow Demon Sect had consumed a lot of resources in the match against the Holy Spirit Sect, and it was still unknown whether their players could fully recover before the final.

If they are unable to fight in their best condition, then the Sun Moon Royal Soul Instructor Academy may still have a chance.

However, no matter what the result, this final is destined to be a fascinating showdown.

As time passed and the sun gradually set, the atmosphere in Mingdu seemed to become more heated again.

Because, in addition to the open competition, another competition that is closely related to many people is about to begin.

Moreover, it’s the final!
The final of the Mingdu Soul Mentor Elite Competition, hosted by the three major underground forces in Mingdu, will begin tonight.

The three major underground forces will each send three soul guides they have selected to participate.

The betting methods for this final are quite diverse. Detailed information about the nine contestants has already been leaked. (End of this chapter)