Chapter 156: Competition didn't even started and they are deciding winner?
[There was mistake in last chapter mean sequence of chapters was mistake. You can check last chapter named "Reward." Before reading this. Although now I fixed this it is only for those who read this chapter before and didn't read "Reward." ]
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5,600 years?
"Hiss—"
Everyone drew in a sharp breath, contributing to the warming of the extreme northern lands.
Strength-type spirit bones are considered relatively versatile.
After all, they don't have any specific elemental restrictions.
For example, a fire-attribute spirit bone—can a water-attribute soul master use it?
Pure strength, speed, and spiritual power spirit bones can basically be absorbed by soul masters of any attribute.
Especially since this is a left leg spirit bone!
Leg bones aren't considered very crucial, so absorbing a strength-type spirit bone would only benefit oneself without affecting future growth.
As for the spirit bone's age—only 5,600 years...
Don't think that's low; how many of the spirit rings these contestants have are over 5,600 years old?
"Boss Dai, this spirit bone is perfect for you!"
At this moment, Ma Hongjun whispered, his voice full of excitement.
After being a soul master for so many years, he had only seen two spirit bones.
One was Tang San's external spirit bone, the Eight Spider Lances.
The other was the prize Ning Fengzhi brought out when Xiao Feilian trained under three deans mentorship.
Unfortunately, that spirit bone didn't belong to them...
Hearing this, Dai Mubai's eye twitched. He, the third prince of the Star Luo Empire, though neglected and cast aside, could still count the spirit bones he had seen on one hand.
But this 5,600-year-old spirit bone—he felt it didn't quite match his status!
It wasn't about being arrogant or looking down on the spirit bone; he simply felt it wasn't fitting for him!
After all, his identity was what it was.
After thinking for a moment, Dai Mubai frowned, a hint of awkwardness flashing in his eyes.
Was he really turning down such a valuable resource as a spirit bone now?
If he couldn't defeat Dai Weisi before turning twenty, he would actually die!
A 5,000-plus-year-old spirit bone might not seem worthy, but if he obtained it, wouldn't he have a better chance of defeating Dai Weisi?
Thinking this, a fiery determination flashed in Dai Mubai's eyes, as if the spirit bone was already in his grasp.
"Brothers, I, Dai Mubai, have never asked you for anything, but this time, please help me!"
"I have a reason why I must obtain this spirit bone!"
Dai Mubai spoke earnestly.
The Shrek team members were stunned, instinctively looking at Dai Mubai. It was the first time they had seen him so serious.
"Dai Mubai, this spirit bone is also very suitable for the young master. Even if we win first place, it wouldn't be fair for you to take the spirit bone directly, would it?"
At this moment, the tall and strong Tai Long spoke up.
Unlike in the original timeline, Tang San had already revealed his Clear Sky Hammer martial soul before Tai Long pursued Xiao Wu.
How could such a significant matter escape Tai Tan's notice?
So, Tai Tan had brought his descendants to pledge allegiance.
To say who in the Shrek team would be the best fit for this spirit bone, there were quite a few candidates.
First, it was Tai Long, but he knew that with Tang San around, he didn't even have the right to compete.
Second, it was Tang San!
After all, his second martial soul, the Clear Sky Hammer, was a strength-based one. Absorbing a strength-type spirit bone would be a perfect choice.
However, the age of this spirit bone was indeed a bit low.
The third candidate was Dai Mubai…
"Tai Long, watch your tone!"
Tang San "reprimanded" him, but inwardly, he was pondering Tai Long's words.
Indeed, this spirit bone would suit him well.
And here Dai Mubai was, wanting to take it for himself?
"Young master, I… I didn't say anything wrong, did I?"
Tai Long scratched his head, looking honest and straightforward, speaking more and more quietly.
He was trying to protect Tang San's interests, yet Tang San was scolding him!
It left him feeling somewhat disappointed...
Tang San, however, didn't pay attention to Tai Long's reaction; he was lost in thought.
A millennia-old spirit bone didn't really interest Tang San.
Even if he got this spirit bone, he'd likely end up giving it to Dai Mubai.
But him giving it to Dai Mubai and Dai Mubai directly asking for it were two different matters.
If he gave it to Dai Mubai, it would be seen as a favor.
But Dai Mubai demanding it made Tang San feel a little uncomfortable.
After a while, Tang San finally said with a serious expression, "Boss Dai, since you want this spirit bone, I, Tang San, will do my best!"
It was just a millennia-old spirit bone; clearly, it wasn't enough to cause a fallout with Tang San.
Hearing this, a hint of a smile appeared on Dai Mubai's face.
Tai Long's earlier comments left him feeling speechless.
If it weren't for the circumstances forcing his hand, if it weren't for his desperate need for power, a mere millennia-old spirit bone...
"Are you kidding me? Is this Shrek Academy here to make people laugh?"
"They're actually chosen!"
"To be precise, they're distributing it!"
The contestants glanced at Tang San and the others with bewilderment. The competition hadn't even started yet, and Shrek was already discussing the ownership of the spirit bone.
This was the contestants' rest area—who here wasn't a Soul Elder or above?
Although Ma Hongjun, Dai Mubai, and the others spoke quietly, everyone could still hear them clearly.
Fighting for a spirit bone was one thing; as soul masters, they should dream big!
What if they actually succeeded?
But Shrek Academy was truly bizarre.
The competition hadn't even begun, and they were already divvying up the spirit bone as if it was guaranteed to be theirs.
Facing ridicule from others, Dai Mubai and the others felt their faces flush red, their fists clenched, yet they had no response.
In the VIP section, Zhongli had finished his speech.
When he returned to his seat, the crowd erupted into thunderous applause once again.
Next, it was Ning Fengzhi and Salas's turn to speak.
The two performed similarly to how they did in the original timeline; even though it was just a speech, there was already an undercurrent of tension.
It wasn't just a hidden struggle anymore; they were bringing the matters out into the open.
Today marked the opening ceremony of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament qualifiers.
Apart from the first match of the first round, the official competition would start tomorrow.
The first match of the first round would take place today.
As the host, Heaven Dou Royal Academy would naturally be the first to compete.
Whichever team drew Heaven Dou's second team would complete their match today.
It's important to note that the current Heaven Dou's second team was not the same as in the original timeline; it was previously the first team.
It was time for the drawing.
The host glanced at Zhongli, then looked at Salas and Ning Fengzhi, finally settling his gaze on Zhongli.
He understood the importance of making the right choice.
"Lord Martial Doulou, if you conduct the drawing for the first match, I'm sure it will bring everyone good luck."
As long as there was no cheating, it didn't matter who did the drawing; they'd have to compete in the end regardless.
Hearing this, Zhongli glanced at Ning Fengzhi and Salas, then at Emperor Xue Ye. Seeing them all maintaining calm and composed expressions, Zhongli nodded and said, "Very well."
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