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After the experiment proved that soul spirits were truly suitable for numerous Spirit Masters and Spirit Beasts, and not just an isolated case for Xu Tianyang, both parties left fully satisfied.
Next, they only needed to fully demonstrate the advantages of soul spirits in the Soul Master Competition, and then naturally introduce the method of soul spirits.
As time passed, the opening of the Soul Master Competition drew nearer, and people continuously flocked into Mingdu, making this continent's premier city even more vibrant.
These people came from all over the continent, with nearly 70% of them from within the Sun Moon Empire.
The other 30% were from the Douluo Continent.
This year's Soul Master Competition was different from previous ones; after reforms, it not only allowed sects to form teams to compete but also permitted the use of spirit tools for the first time.
This change broadened the scope of the Soul Master Competition; what was once primarily a struggle between Spirit Master academies transformed into a grand stage for elite Spirit Masters from across the continent to compete.
Like sifting sand, this stage would determine the true strongest young Spirit Master and the best Spirit Master team.
After several years of development, the entire Sun Moon Empire now knew that a grand feast for Spirit Masters across the continent was about to take place in their capital, and this level of renown brought unparalleled popularity, far surpassing any previous competition.
And just as the various major powers were gearing up for battle, the Sun Moon Empire added fuel to the fire for this competition.
When the unprecedented rewards were announced, they instantly ignited the entire continent.
"Dean, are you serious?"
At Shrek Academy, when Flender announced the rewards for this Soul Master Competition, it immediately drew fervent gazes from everyone.
Not to mention Tang San and the other young ones, even a seasoned veteran like Flender trembled when he first learned of the rewards, almost gasping for air.
The rewards were unprecedentedly generous, making even a money-lover like him unable to resist.
Champion's Reward: A 60,000-year Spirit Bone, a ninth-rank spirit tool, and ten million gold Soul Coins.
Runner-up Reward: A 30,000-year Spirit Bone, an eighth-rank spirit tool, and five million gold Soul Coins.
Top Four Reward: A 10,000-year Spirit Bone, a seventh-rank spirit tool, and two million gold Soul Coins.
Spirit Bones were something all Spirit Masters dreamed of, enough to drive any Spirit Master to madness. When they heard the champion's reward was a 60,000-year Spirit Bone, almost everyone was astonished and found it hard to believe.
The champion's reward alone was priceless, its value difficult to describe with money.
However, only those from the Sun Moon Empire knew that the ninth-rank spirit tool was the most precious treasure.
"The Sun Moon Empire is truly rich. I really want to pull off a heist there." Zhao Wuji was somewhat dumbfounded. At this moment, he wished he was twenty years younger so he could also sign up and try his luck.
"Mingdu is right there. Tell me when you're going to act, and I'll prepare a coffin for you." Flender patted Zhao Wuji's shoulder, pointing to Mingdu on the map.
"No, no, no, I was just saying. Even Titled Douluo who cause trouble in Mingdu never return, let alone someone with my small arms and legs."
"Little San, what are your thoughts?" Yu Xiaogang glanced at Flender and Zhao Wuji, then asked Tang San, who had been silent after hearing the news.
"Teacher, I want to add a few teammates to increase our chances of winning." Since Tang Hao's disappearance, Tang San had become even more taciturn, only smiling when facing Xiao Wu. At this moment, he spoke calmly.
As soon as he spoke, the room instantly fell silent. Ma Hongjun and Tai Tan couldn't help but be startled; they were the weakest in the team, and if anyone were to be replaced, they had the highest probability.
"Are you thinking of bringing a few people from the Clear Sky Sect?" Yu Xiaogang immediately guessed Tang San's plan.
The Clear Sky Sect had several young people who met the requirements, and their strength was at the Spirit King level. A team formed with them would definitely have a greatly increased chance of winning.
"Big Brother Tang Long and the others also meet the age requirements and are strong. They are definitely the best candidates." Tang San nodded, this was exactly his thought.
The champion's reward was too tempting, and he didn't want to give up this opportunity, so he could only apologize to Mu Bai and the others.
"I disagree!" At this moment, a loud roar came from Flender. He looked at Yu Xiaogang and Tang San with a serious expression and said, "Shrek is Shrek, not a branch of the Clear Sky Sect. If we abandon our original teammates for the sake of the champion's reward, I will absolutely not agree."
For Flender, it could be said that besides Liu Erlong, Shrek was the most important, followed by Yu Xiaogang and his disciple Ma Hongjun.
Tang San was suddenly going to take away several things that were most important to him, and he would absolutely not agree.
"Flender..." Yu Xiaogang couldn't help but stand up, but seeing Flender's firm gaze, his tone softened a bit, saying, "Then let those people from the Clear Sky Sect join as substitutes. The Tiandou region's competition probably won't require them to act yet, so let them step in at critical moments."
"Boss Flender..." Seeing that Flender still wouldn't budge, Liu Erlong also spoke up, looking at Flender.
"That's how it will be!" Flender finally gave in. After speaking, he waved his hand dejectedly and walked outside.
"Teacher!"
"Flender!"
Seeing this, Ma Hongjun, Zhao Wuji, Oscar, and others who had joined Shrek first, couldn't help but chase after Flender's retreating figure.
Yu Xiaogang looked at the suddenly much emptier room, feeling a bit awkward and a surge of frustration in his heart.
Tang San, on the other hand, looked around indifferently, a flame rising in his eyes. He was determined to win this reward.
With Tang Hao and Tai Tan dead, there were suddenly two fewer divine craftsmen capable of forging top-tier hidden weapons. Lou Gao alone was struggling to keep up.
Hidden weapons hadn't even begun to compete with spirit tools before being cut short. He urgently needed to understand the knowledge of top-tier spirit tools, and then, relying on his 'world-shocking wisdom,' modify hidden weapons to defeat spirit tools... "I want to be the captain for this Soul Master Competition."
In the Supreme Pontiff Palace, Qian Renxue stood proudly, looking directly at Bibi Dong on the Papal Throne, with no trace of respect in her eyes.
As soon as she spoke, the atmosphere in the Supreme Pontiff Palace instantly became extremely oppressive.
Beside Bibi Dong were three others: her 'Hum and Ha Generals,' Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo, and her disciple, Hu Liena, the Saintess of Spirit Hall.
At this moment, Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo lowered their heads, desperately trying to minimize their presence. As those who knew the inside story, they wished they could slap themselves twice, knowing that this mother and daughter were at odds, why didn't they leave when they saw Qian Renxue arrive?
Now it was too late; they couldn't leave even if they wanted to.
"Why?"