Tian Dou City.
As soon as we entered the city, we were greeted by deafening cheers and cannon salutes.
The streets and alleys were decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, and countless people and soul masters surged in the same direction, their faces beaming with fervent excitement.
"This is..."
Dugu Yan was slightly taken aback by the lively scene, but then she realized what was happening:
"The Continental Elite Tournament of Advanced Soul Master Academies has begun?"
Dugu Bo stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze sweeping over the excited crowd, a disdainful sneer curling at the corner of his mouth:
"If you count the days, it really is today."
A bunch of toddlers, barely weaned, are playing house on the ring, and only these ordinary folks find it so entertaining.
In the past, Dugu Bo might have paid attention, since his granddaughter was also in the competition team.
But now?
Hmph, with her 100,000-year-old soul bone and super-limited soul ring configuration, Yan Yan is already on a completely different level from these so-called "geniuses".
In his eyes, this kind of competition was nothing more than a battle of weaklings.
"Grandpa, shall we go straight to the palace?"
Dugu Yan asked in a low voice, as she was now more eager to help her grandfather complete his "profiting from both ends" plan as soon as possible.
No rush.
Just then, Yu Nan's lazy voice rang in their minds:
"That old man won't die anytime soon."
Since we've stumbled upon this grand event, why not join in the fun?
"Joining in the fun?"
Dugu Bo was somewhat puzzled.
"Wouldn't it be interesting to see how that 'Crown Prince' puts on a show under the spotlight?"
Yu Nan's tone carried a hint of amusement:
"Moreover, I also want to see what Tang San, whose mother's soul bone we intercepted, looks like now."
By the way... let Yanyan go see her 'old flame' and completely sever that lingering feeling."
Upon hearing the words "old flame," a flash of disgust crossed Dugu Yan's eyes, and she coldly snorted:
"You flatter me, senior. I have long since abandoned romantic feelings."
However, since you're interested, let's go take a look.
"Walk!
"Let's go to the Grand Arena!"
With a wave of his hand, Dugu Bo and Dugu Yan flashed towards the direction of the Heavenly Dou Great Soul Arena.
...
Heavenly Battle Arena, VIP Seats.
As a guest elder of the empire and a titled Douluo, Dugu Bo held an extremely prestigious position.
He didn't need to queue at all; he simply led Dugu Yan swaggering into the VIP box with the best view.
As soon as I took my seat, the opening ceremony below was reaching its climax.
In the center of the enormous arena, the emcee was introducing the entering teams in an impassioned voice.
At the very front of the VIP section sat several important figures.
Right in the center was the Snow Night Emperor, whose face was withered and whose expression was weary.
Beside him sat Ning Fengzhi, looking refined and scholarly, next to the "gentle and jade-like" Crown Prince—Xue Qinghe.
"Tsk tsk tsk..."
Dugu Bo squinted, his gaze fixed on Xue Qinghe, and sighed in his spiritual sea:
"If it weren't for your explanation, I would never have realized it even if you beat me to death."
She doesn't look like a woman at all.
How does it resemble the Spirit Hall at all?
The royal bearing he exuded in every gesture was more real than the real thing!
"It's easy to draw the skin of a tiger, but difficult to draw its bones."
Yu Nan sneered:
"No matter how well she acts, it's still acting."
Look at the way she looks at the snowy night; it's full of 'filial piety'.
But the impatience and coldness deep in his eyes could not be hidden.
Just then, the emcee below shouted loudly:
"Next up is the second team from the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy!"
"And... the Shrek Academy team!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the entire room fell silent for a second, followed by a burst of laughter.
A team dressed in turquoise uniforms walked out.
The design of that team uniform was absolutely hideous, with a green monster pattern printed on the chest and the words "Seeking Recruitment" written in big letters on the back.
Leading the way were Tang San, Dai Mubai, and others.
They were all blushing, wishing they could disappear into the ground.
"puff..."
Dugu Yan nearly spat out the tea she had just drunk, pointing at the group of "green toads" below, laughing uncontrollably.
"Grandpa, is that Shrek Academy?"
That is Tang San, whom Yu Tianheng has always remembered and regarded as a formidable rival?
This taste... is absolutely superb!
Dugu Bo's lips twitched, his face showing disgust:
"That old miser Flander, he'll do anything for money."
but..."
His gaze fell on Tang San, and his eyes became somewhat strange.
This kid probably doesn't know yet that the most precious legacy his dead mother left him has already grown on his granddaughter's legs.
If he finds out, he'll probably be so angry he'll vomit blood on the spot.
"Look, that's Royal Fighting Team One."
Dugu Yan suddenly stopped smiling and turned her gaze to the other side.
Yu Tianheng, dressed in a magnificent team uniform embroidered with gold and silver, walked at the very front of the group.
He looked arrogant, his eyes scanning the stands as if searching for someone.
When he saw Dugu Bo's figure in the VIP section, his eyes lit up.
But then he noticed that Dugu Yan was looking down at him.
There was not a trace of lingering affection in his eyes.
Is there only one kind of seemingly unrelated...indifference?
Yu Tianheng felt a stab in his heart, and his fists clenched involuntarily.
"Yanyan... just you wait and see, I will prove that I am the strongest!"
Even without you, I can still lead the team to victory!
Feeling Yu Tianheng's "fighting spirit" gaze, Dugu Yan yawned boredly.
Leaning back in his chair, he said lazily:
"That's so boring."
Grandpa, this competition looks like a bunch of ants fighting.
Especially that Yu Tianheng, how come I never noticed how childish he was before?
"That's because you're standing on higher ground, so naturally you can see further."
Dugu Bo smiled indulgently, then lowered his voice and said:
"Now that we've seen it, let's get down to business."
That old man looks like he's about to die on that snowy night. We need to make sure we've secured that 'life-saving grace' before he takes his last breath.
By the way... I'll meet that 'Crown Prince'.
"Senior, what do you think?"
Yunan's dragon soul churned in the sea of spirit, letting out a deep dragon roar:
"The show is about to begin."
After the opening ceremony, Xue Qinghe will definitely escort Xue Ye back to the palace.
We'll just bump into him halfway there.
The opening ceremony has ended.
As the cannons roared once more, the VIPs in the stands began to leave one after another.
Xue Qinghe respectfully supported Emperor Xue Ye, his movements gentle and his expression concerned.
He would occasionally whisper inquiries about her health, acting like the perfect son.
Ning Fengzhi stood beside them, watching this royal couple, a model of "filial piety and parental love," with a hint of satisfaction in his eyes.
However, just as the royal convoy was leaving the Great Soul Arena and heading towards a quiet avenue leading to the palace...
A faint, fishy smell suddenly spread out.
The horned horses pulling the cart, which possessed the bloodline of spirit beasts, suddenly began to neigh uneasily.
Its hooves thrashed about, refusing to move forward no matter how much the driver whipped it.
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