Soul Land: Raiden Shogun Is My Martial Soul

Chapter 206: Zhu Zhuqing Takes the Lead!

Although the second squad members didn't get along with the first squad, they had immense respect for them.

Why? Because the first squad was simply too powerful—especially that woman!

Yu Tiankong, now the new captain of the first squad, was no secret to the second squad members.

Who would've thought this young lady from Tianshui Academy actually knew Kong? Looking at her expectant eyes and admiring expression, even the second squad captain, who had a girlfriend, couldn't help but feel a wave of envy and jealousy.

This wasn't just anyone—it was a top student from Tianshui Academy!

He wasn't bad himself, the captain of the Emperor Battle Team's second squad, with soul power already at the Soul Elder level. And yet, not a single fangirl was his admirer?

Sigh.

"Comparison really is the thief of joy."

When it came to looks, the second squad captain might not stand out to readers. But within the Douluo Continent, he could definitely be considered a promising young talent. Even so, no one fawned over him—it was pitiful, truly.

"This is wonderful! I—"

Shui Yue'er started to say something but stopped midway. She knew the situation of her Tianshui Battle Team all too well. Reaching the finals wouldn't be an issue, but if they had to face Kong, they would stand no chance at all (not even a fraction of one).

After pausing for a moment, Shui Yue'er continued, "I won't bother you all any longer. I'll head back to prepare—otherwise, the captain will start lecturing me again."

With a wave of her hand, Shui Yue'er excused herself and walked back to the Tianshui Academy's resting area.

Thanks to Kong's guidance, her progress had been rapid lately. Though she hadn't broken through the 40th level yet, her soul power was significantly higher than it was in the original timeline.

"The first squad captain certainly has his share of blessings," someone from the second squad muttered, prompting everyone to nod instinctively.

With Shui Yue'er's beauty, grace, and figure—not to mention her status as a top student at Tianshui Academy and her formidable soul power—it was clear she had a bright future ahead.

Off to the side, Tang San clenched his fists. Why was no one paying attention to him, Tang San?

It wasn't that he had feelings for Shui Yue'er, but the disparity still stung.

Comparison breeds resentment.

After this comparison, Tang San felt utterly dejected!

"Yu Tiankong, your journey will end prematurely. I am different—I will surpass you, defeat you, and outshine you!"

"When I awaken my second martial soul, we will be people from entirely different worlds!"

Determination flashed in Tang San's eyes.

As a disciple of the Tang Sect, he had never believed himself inferior to his peers. He was confident that his talent was second to none.

This mindset was why he often carried an inexplicable confidence, feeling he could "strategize and win from a thousand miles away."

Unfortunately, whether or not he cultivated his second martial soul, he and Kong were already worlds apart.

Time passed. After roughly fifteen minutes, Kong, Dugu Yan, and the others finally arrived at the competitors' waiting area. Why had it taken so long to enter the Spirit Arena?

It was because the audience's enthusiasm was overwhelming!

When Qin Ming saw them arrive, he finally breathed a sigh of relief. He was on the verge of a breakdown!

Most teams had arrived an hour and a half earlier, yet as the leader of the Emperor Battle Team, he was stuck waiting while none of his team showed up.

The three academy elders seated in the stands had spent at least six out of every ten minutes glaring at him!

The pressure was immense!

Thankfully, these "little ancestors" had finally arrived. Otherwise, Qin Ming was ready to flee the scene.

"My dear little ancestors, you're finally here!"

Qin Ming said, almost in tears. Sitting here had been pure torture—like a fishbone stuck in his throat, sitting on needles, or…

"Apologies, Teacher Qin. The audience was just too enthusiastic, and we got held up a little while coming in," Kong replied, his tone calm and composed, as if this were truly the case.

"We thought arriving a bit later would be more convenient, but we didn't expect the audience to ambush us outside. A slight miscalculation on our part."

Kong's face remained neutral, as if his explanation was entirely reasonable.

Hearing this, Qin Ming's eye twitched. He wanted to cry but had no tears. He knew Kong was lying, but there was no point in exposing it. At least they were here now—better late than never!

Haven't you noticed that the three academy elders have shifted their focus with "beaming smiles"?

"After all, this is the recommended team. It's normal for everyone to be so enthusiastic. Get ready; you'll be the first to enter!"

Qin Ming didn't dwell on the matter any further. It was already a relief they had shown up—what more could he say? Besides, even Zhao Wuji wasn't a match for this person. Qin Ming thought about it and decided to let it go.

"Alright, everyone, get ready."

When he said to "get ready," it really just meant to rest. After all, it was just an entrance—what preparation was needed?

When Kong and the others appeared in the resting area, the atmosphere became lively.

It was simply because Kong's appearance was too striking—he looked almost otherworldly!

"The captain of the Emperor Battle Team is this young? He doesn't look older than sixteen!"

"Yeah, wasn't Yu Tianheng the captain? Now it seems he's just a regular member. That's strange."

"Yu Tianheng is a direct descendant of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. How could he give up the captain's position?"

The crowd was puzzled, though some knew the truth.

Meanwhile, Shui Yue'er, who had initially returned to Tianshui Academy, hurried back in Kong's direction.

"Xiao Qi has good taste. This guy named Kong—I'm starting to feel a bit smitten myself."

"Yeah, Yue'er looks like she's fallen head over heels…"

"When she gets back, we'll definitely need to ask her for details!"

The women of the Tianshui Battle Team laughed, but their captain, Shui Bing'er, stood silently, watching Shui Yue'er's departing figure.

Her teammate was much braver than she was. If she liked someone, she'd act on it without hesitation.

Shui Bing'er, however, was different. Whether it was because of her reserved nature as a young woman or her responsibilities as the captain of the Tianshui Battle Team, she neither had the time nor dared to act.

She feared rejection.

Even that blonde-haired lady, whose beauty surpassed hers and Shui Yue'er's, had been rejected by Kong.

At the same time, two other figures moved toward Kong from a different direction, faster than Shui Yue'er. They reached him before she did.

"Kong, I didn't expect you to join Heaven Dou Royal Academy and even become the captain of the first squad. If I'd known, Zhuqing and I wouldn't have left!"

"Kong."

The first line came from Ning Rongrong, while the second was Zhu Zhuqing's simple greeting. As for Dai Mubai, who was part of their group, Zhu Zhuqing completely ignored him.

They had no relationship now and were essentially strangers—of course, she'd ignore him.

"Ning Rongrong, Zhu Zhuqing, hello."

Kong nodded and replied.

"Life is full of surprises. I hadn't planned on coming here either. Sigh~"

"By the way, are you competing on behalf of Blue Tyrant Academy?"

Hearing this, Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing exchanged a glance before shaking their heads.

Surprisingly, Zhu Zhuqing, who rarely spoke, took the lead.

"Because of our relatively low soul power, Rongrong and I didn't qualify to participate in this year's Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament…"

(End of Chapter)

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