The soul masters from the advanced soul master academies walked along the streets, their faces holding faint smiles as countless admiring eyes were cast toward them.
On the wide streets, many graceful young girls giggled and shyly directed their gazes at the soul masters walking by. In this world where strength commanded respect, outstanding soul masters easily stirred the hearts of both young men and women.
At this moment, the entire city of Tiandou was filled with excitement and passion, completely washing away the solemn aura of the imperial capital.
Watching the group of soul masters dressed in the "mud-green" uniforms approaching, Cheng Xiao cast a casual glance and then prepared to turn away. As for this peculiar attire, all he could say was that it reflected good taste.
"The truth be told, the people from Shrek Academy do have quite unique tastes. These outfits really suit them," Du Gu Bo came up, patted Cheng Xiao on the shoulder, and said with a smile.
"Indeed, very fitting," Cheng Xiao shrugged and smiled in response.
With the gates of the Grand Dou Soul Arena opening, the crowds that had been waiting outside surged in like a tide.
"This is crazy," Du Gu Yan looked at the long line at the gate and couldn't help but sigh.
"Hehe, Yanzi, your grandfather will take you all in," Du Gu Bo said, scanning the participants from Seven Star Academy before leading the way toward another entrance outside the main arena.
After following Du Gu Bo for some distance, the noise gradually subsided. Turning a corner, the group stopped in front of a side entrance to the Grand Dou Soul Arena.
What surprised everyone was that this seemingly ordinary side door was guarded by dozens of royal soldiers. Clearly, this was not a passage for ordinary people.
Seeing the lead royal soldier, Du Gu Bo led the Seven Star Academy participants through the side entrance. As an academy closely tied to the royal family, the soldiers recognized them and did not attempt to stop them.
The only team Du Gu Bo would lead was probably Seven Star Academy, established by Crown Prince Xue Qinghe.
Passing through the side entrance and walking a short distance, the view suddenly opened up. Cheng Xiao and the others looked up and saw that Xue Qinghe had already arrived, standing beside an elderly man dressed in a regal robe.
The old man appeared to be in his seventies, with neatly combed, gray hair, a medium build with a bit of a belly, and a dignified appearance.
Seeing Du Gu Bo's group, the elder stepped forward respectfully: "Mr. Du Gu, you've come so early?"
"Hehe, Your Highness arrived early as well," Du Gu Bo replied with a nod.
"Right, Cheng Xiao, let me introduce you—this is Prince Xue Xing. Over the years, I've received quite a bit of his guidance," Du Gu Bo said, turning to Cheng Xiao as he looked around.
Cheng Xiao withdrew his gaze and stepped forward, cupping his hands respectfully: "Greetings, Your Highness."
"Mr. Du Gu, this young friend seems quite talented. Is he your disciple?" Prince Xue Xing approached with a smile, observing Cheng Xiao and combining it with Du Gu Bo's words.
Du Gu Bo shook his head lightly and laughed: "I wish he were my disciple, but someone got there faster than I did."
"Oh? From what you say, this young man's master must also be a Title Douluo?"
Looking at the youthful Cheng Xiao, a hint of surprise appeared on the prince's aged face, and he thought to himself: This young man's background is considerable. If possible, it would be wise to make a good connection with him.
"Mr. Du Gu, Cheng Xiao, you've come quite early as well."
Hearing this, Prince Xue Xing turned, and upon seeing Xue Qinghe, his expression faltered slightly. Damn, he's everywhere…
Cheng Xiao's lips curved slightly into a smile: "Brother Xue, you arrived even earlier than I did."
Cheng Xiao's friendly words made Xue Qinghe slightly uncomfortable: "Cheng Xiao, I have other matters to attend to. I hope during the competition, you can bring me some impressive results."
"Of course," Cheng Xiao replied with a smile and a respectful bow.
After nodding, Xue Qinghe turned and left.
With Xue Qinghe's departure, Prince Xue Xing followed Du Gu Bo toward the VIP lounge.
Cheng Xiao and the others remained in the spectator area of the Grand Dou Soul Arena, which had over a thousand seats. Further inside were waiting rooms for academy participants.
As Cheng Xiao and his group chatted, seven people entered the spectator area. They wore golden-red uniforms. Leading them was a medium-built young man with broad shoulders and fiery determination in his eyes.
Beside him was a stunning young woman whose golden-red uniform complemented her striking dark-red short hair, making her very eye-catching.
These seven were members of the Blaze Fire Academy. Upon entering, their gazes immediately fell on Cheng Xiao and his group.
The male leader of Blaze Fire Academy frowned slightly: "Strange, we've never seen this academy before. Could it be a new academy?"
"Brother, didn't the teacher tell us before we came?" Huowu pouted, reminding him: "It's Seven Star Academy, founded by Crown Prince Xue Qinghe and the Poison Douluo. I heard they even poached the members of the Royal Fighting Team."
"Is that so?" Huowushuang scratched his head and said: "Looks like this Soul Master competition isn't going to be easy this year."
"Don't care about that. Strength speaks for itself," Huowu said, eyes glinting sharply.
"Yes, but we can't underestimate anyone. Our mission is to secure the top three positions. If we lose because we looked down on an opponent, it would be embarrassing," Huowushuang added.
It wasn't just Blaze Fire Academy. At the northwest corner of the arena, a group of beautiful girls in deep blue dresses gathered, their attention also focused on the previously unseen academy.
"Sis, has this academy competed before? I've never seen them," one blue-haired girl asked another, who looked almost identical, also with icy blue hair and a slender figure.
"Yes, it is indeed a new academy. We just don't know how strong they are," Shui Bing'er nodded and cautioned: "Regardless of whether they're new, never underestimate an opponent during the competition."
"We understand, Captain," the other girls chorused in unison.
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