Chapter 52 A Subtle Atmosphere.
As if to confirm Bibi Dong's suspicions, the sky once again released a dazzling golden light.
[Genius Ranking]
[Tenth Place: Xie Yue!]
[Soul Power Level: Level 50, Powerful Attack Type Battle Soul King]
[Martial Soul: Moon Blade]
[Affiliation: Spirit Hall]
[Evaluation: Unique Martial Soul, unpredictable and fierce attacks. As the leader of the Spirit Hall's Golden Generation, he possesses outstanding talent and rich combat experience. He and Hu Liena possess the extremely powerful Martial Soul Fusion Skill "Enchanting Charm."]
[Rewards: Soul Power increased by two levels, all Soul Rings' age increased by 4,500 years, a 10,000-year left arm Soul Bone, Martial Soul Fusion Skill power increased by 30%!]
Yan, Xie Yue's inclusion on the list did not cause much surprise.
After all, the reputation of the Spirit Hall's Golden Generation had already spread throughout the continent.
Level 50 Soul Power, the powerful Moon Blade Martial Soul, and that famous Martial Soul Fusion Skill all deserved this ranking.
But the generous rewards, especially the "Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Bone" and the "30% increase in the power of the Martial Soul Fusion Skill," were still incredibly enviable.
On the Martial Soul Hall plaza, Xie Yue, while receiving the golden light and experiencing his own transformation, didn't show much joy on his face; instead, his brows furrowed slightly.
Tenth place?
This ranking was lower than he had expected!
He had originally thought he could at least make it into the top ten!
Bibi Dong looked at Xie Yue, a barely perceptible hint of disappointment flashing in her eyes, but she quickly concealed it.
She knew Xie Yue's strength; while tenth place wasn't bad, there were clearly even more monstrous talents ahead of him.
Her gaze involuntarily turned back towards the direction of the Beidou Academy.
Then, before anyone could catch their breath, the golden light in the sky flashed again!
[Genius Ranking]
[Ninth Place: Hu Liena!]
[Soul Power Level: Level 49 Control-type Battle Soul Master]
[Martial Soul: Demon Fox]
[Affiliation: Spirit Hall]
[Evaluation: Exceptionally talented, possesses exceptional charm and control abilities, outstanding mental strength, and as the Holy Maiden of the Spirit Hall, she is resilient and exceptionally intelligent. She possesses the extremely powerful Spirit Fusion Skill "Enchanting Charm" with Xie Yue.]
[Rewards: Spirit Power increased by three levels, all Spirit Rings increased by five thousand years, a ten-thousand-year head Spirit Bone awarded, Spirit Origin Power increased by two layers, and mental strength greatly enhanced]
"Ninth place! It's Hu Liena from the Spirit Hall!"
"Spirit evolution… their Spirit Fusion Skill has undergone two evolutions and enhancements; what level of power must it reach?"
"…"
Hu Liena's inclusion on the list confirms the strength of the Golden Generation.
However, this ninth-place ranking is like a heavy hammer, striking the hearts of everyone in the Spirit Hall.
Especially Bibi Dong!
Sitting on the Pope's throne, Bibi Dong looked at her most prized disciple.
The Holy Maiden whom the Spirit Hall had painstakingly cultivated was only ranked ninth.
She barely even crossed the threshold of the top ten!
Not to mention the top five.
For the first time, an undisguised gloom appeared on her elegant and noble face.
Xie Yue was tenth, and Hu Liena was ninth!
Who were the eight people ahead of her?
Besides Oscar and Xiao Wu, who else was at Shrek Academy?
Tang San?
How many geniuses was Beidou Academy hiding?
Ye Lingling, whom Li Bai personally picked up?
Ao Yin, the Elemental Dragon?
Who else?
An extremely absurd and ominous premonition grew wildly in Bibi Dong's heart.
She had originally thought that the Golden Generation would at least occupy two of the top five spots, or even sweep the top three.
But reality was so cruel!
After receiving the reward, Hu Liena felt her soul power break through to level fifty-two, and her mental strength surged.
The soul bone in her head brought a sense of clarity and power, but there was no joy on her face.
She walked to Bibi Dong, knelt on one knee, and said in a voice with a hint of bitterness and resentment, "Teacher... your disciple has disappointed you."
Yan and Xie Yue also silently walked to her side and lowered their proud heads.
Bibi Dong looked at her disciple kneeling in front of her, took a deep breath, and forcibly suppressed the turmoil in her heart.
She knew that she must not lose her composure at this moment.
She slowly got up, walked to Hu Liena and Xie Yue, and personally helped them up.
Her voice regained its usual majesty and coldness, but carried an undeniable power.
"Rise! Rankings on a mere list don't represent everything. True strength is proven on the battlefield."
"Your rewards are equally generous: Spirit evolution, fusion skill enhancement, head spirit bones… these are all tangible improvements."
Her gaze swept over the three members of the Golden Generation and all the Spirit Hall spirit masters in the plaza, her voice suddenly rising, carrying a rousing force.
"Remember, the glory of the Spirit Hall isn't defined by a ranking list; it's forged with the blood of enemies and defeat!"
"The tournament is imminent. Use your strength to tell the entire continent who the true kings of the younger generation are!"
"Yes! Your Holiness!"
In the plaza, all the Spirit Hall spirit masters roared in unison, their voices shaking the heavens, temporarily dispelling the gloom brought on by their poor rankings.
But Bibi Dong's deep-seated unease and intense curiosity grew even stronger.
She looked up at the still-glowing golden sky, her eyes sharp as knives.
Two of the top ten were gone.
The remaining eight spots…
Shrek Academy, Beidou Academy… how many of you are left?
Who will top the genius list?
The entire continent's attention is focused on those last, and most eye-catching, nine names.
The atmosphere is tense, almost suffocating.
Spirit Hall, Hall of Worship.
In the deep hall, several powerful auras remain hidden.
Seated at the head of the table is the Spirit Hall's Grand Elder, the level 99 Limit Douluo, Qian Daoliu.
But when Yan's ranking is announced, his closed eyes slightly open, a barely perceptible fluctuation passing through them.
Azure Phoenix Douluo Feng slowly speaks, his voice carrying a hint of surprise and amusement: "Eleventh? That kid Yan's Flame Lord Martial Soul was something Bibi Dong spent a lot of effort to stabilize and unleash his potential."
"He can't even make the top ten? Is that so strange?"
Light Feather Douluo interjects, "It seems that Bibi Dong's efforts in nurturing the Golden Generation over the years haven't quite yielded the expected results."
Their tone is calm, yet carries a subtle, almost imperceptible, scrutinizing undertone.
There has always been a delicate balance of power between the Hall of Offerings and the Papal Palace.
The Golden Generation, as Bibi Dong's direct disciples, reflected her abilities to some extent.
Their current low ranking undoubtedly stirred other thoughts among some in the Hall of Offerings.
Qian Daoliu's gaze remained calm as he closed his eyes again, his flat voice echoing in the hall: "The Heavenly Canopy Ranking has its own rules. Strength, potential, temperament, and even fate are all taken into consideration."
"It's already quite good that the Spirit Hall disciples are on the list; as for their rankings… let's wait and see."
He seemed fair, but his phrases "its own rules" and "it's already quite good" subtly revealed his dissatisfaction with Bibi Dong's efforts in nurturing her, which had failed to secure a top ranking.
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