As Xiao Hongchen's voice fell, in an instant, Meng Hongchen, Ke Ke, and Ju Zi, who were beside him, all turned their gazes toward Liu Yuan.
Those four gazes were almost tangible, interwoven with identical surprise, confusion, and an intense desire akin to exploring an unsolved mystery.
Clearly, like Xiao Hongchen, they were all extremely puzzled and curious about the scene that had just subverted everyone's understanding.
Facing the gazes cast by his companions, Liu Yuan did not intend to hide anything.
These were companions he recognized; letting them understand his abilities was perfectly fine.
He spoke calmly, his voice not loud, yet it reached everyone's ears clearly:
"That just now was my third Spirit Ability, Dragon Dance."
"Its effect is to increase my speed and strength."
He paused, then added a key piece of information.
"Furthermore, it can be stacked."
Dragon Dance!
It can be stacked!
These few short words were like a thunderclap, exploding in the minds of Xiao Hongchen and the other three!
The expressions on their faces instantly shifted from curiosity to unbelievable shock, followed by the relief of sudden realization.
So that was it!
It turned out that strange-looking dance was actually a Spirit Ability!
No wonder! No wonder his entire strength underwent such an earth-shattering change after he finished the dance!
Strength and speed were already his most terrifying advantages, and this 'Dragon Dance' could actually strengthen his greatest advantages even further, and... even in a stacking manner!
This...
"This is simply... too perverted!"
Xiao Hongchen couldn't help but curse, looking at Liu Yuan as if he were looking at a monster.
What did a Spirit Ability that could stack and boost one's own basic attributes mean?
It meant that as long as he was given enough time, his strength and speed could reach a terrifying level that theoretically had no upper limit!
Ke Ke and Ju Zi were also shocked beyond words. In their eyes as they looked at Liu Yuan, besides their original closeness and admiration, there was now a deep sense of awe for absolute power.
"Liu Yuan... you're just too strong..." Ke Ke praised sincerely.
After a brief moment of shock, Xiao Hongchen suddenly seemed to think of something. He narrowed his eyes, walked a circle around Liu Yuan, sizing him up with a scrutinizing gaze, and chuckled:
"Wait a minute, this is only your third Spirit Ability... we still don't know what your fourth Spirit Ability is!"
"Following this rhythm where each one is more perverted than the last, heavens, you wouldn't be holding back some world-destroying ultimate move for us, would you?"
Facing Xiao Hongchen's teasing, Liu Yuan only smiled without saying a word. That composure and mystery actually made Xiao Hongchen feel even more uncertain.
Right at that moment, steady footsteps were heard from not far away.
Everyone looked back to see Ma Rulong, who still bore some traces of battle on him, walking toward them.
His expression was very calm, without the slightest dejection or resentment of a loser.
Although he had lost, he was a graceful loser.
Walking up to Liu Yuan, a trace of heartfelt admiration and a bitter smile even appeared on Ma Rulong's face.
"Junior Liu Yuan," he spoke first, his tone full of sincerity, "I, Ma Rulong, am truly convinced."
"When I was your age, let alone fighting the sixth-grade head student, I probably wouldn't even have the qualification to take a single punch from you. I really can't imagine what height you will reach by the time you're my age."
Then, his expression became solemn. He nodded slightly to Liu Yuan and said in a deep voice:
"For the upcoming Soul Master Tournament, the position of captain belongs to no one but you. This is already set in stone."
"When the time comes, I, and all the regular team members, will assist you with all our strength. No matter what orders you give, we will execute them unconditionally."
This sixth-grade head student, after his defeat, not only showed no resentment but immediately stated his position and support.
This breadth of mind and character also made Liu Yuan think more highly of him.
"Senior Ma is too kind," Liu Yuan nodded to him, "Thank you."
After a simple exchange, Ma Rulong did not stay any longer. He gestured to everyone and turned to leave.
He needed to go back and properly digest the impact this battle had brought him.
As for Liu Yuan and the others, they also returned to their dorms to rest as the clamor subsided.
This night was destined to be a sleepless one for the vast majority of the Sun Moon Royal Academy students.
...
The next day.
The morning sunlight had just bathed the entire Sun Moon Royal Academy.
The urgent and loud assembly bell rang through every corner of the campus.
Jing Hongchen's efficiency was extremely high.
Last night, he had already drafted the final roster for the All-Continent High-Rank Soul Master Academy Soul Dueling Tournament based on the results of the finals.
This roster had also been personally reviewed and approved overnight by Xu Yunhan and Kong Deming.
So, early this morning, Jing Hongchen gathered all the students of the academy in the central plaza.
Tens of thousands of students gathered in the plaza, a dense black mass, yet it was silent.
Everyone's face bore a sense of solemnity and expectation.
They knew that today, the roster representing the academy's highest honor would be announced.
On the high platform, Jing Hongchen was dressed in the headmaster's formal attire, his expression serious as his gaze swept over all the students below.
He didn't waste words on long speeches. After saying a few simple opening remarks to encourage all the students, he took out a gold-stamped roster. Using a voice infused with spirit power that was clear enough for everyone present to hear, he immediately read out those much-anticipated names:
"By final decision, the roster for our academy's regular team for this session of the All-Continent High-Rank Soul Master Academy Soul Dueling Tournament is as follows!"
"Captain — Liu Yuan!"
The moment this name was read, a thunderous round of applause and cheers erupted throughout the venue!
"Vice-Captain — Ma Rulong!"
Another round of applause. Everyone paid their highest respects to this senior who had lost with honor.
"Members —"
"Xiao Hongchen!"
"Meng Hongchen!"
"Lin Xi!"
"Chen Fei!"
"Xiao Xiafeng!"
Every time a name was read, a burst of warm applause rang out below.
When the last name was read, all the regular team members had stepped forward, standing at the very front of the high platform.
They would represent the Sun Moon Royal Academy to fight for the glory of the entire continent!
And at that moment, amidst the mountain-like cheers and sea-like applause, a cold and mechanical System prompt that only Liu Yuan could hear quietly rang out in his mind.
[Congratulations to the Host for successfully completing the stage task: Become the captain of the Sun Moon Royal Academy's tournament team.]
[Task rewards have been distributed.]
[Obtained Reward: Random Ability * 1.]
[Drawing Ability...]
[Congratulations to the Host for obtaining the rare Ability — Fire Attraction!]
[Effect: Completely immune to any form of fire-based damage. When subjected to a fire-attribute attack, the energy can be completely absorbed and converted into a power boost for your own fire-attribute Spirit Abilitys.]
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