Chapter 302: The Eve of the Soul Master Tournament
Wang Dong was worried what if she accidentally came into contact with those Soul Tools? That would be a disaster.
After all, only Tang San's ancestral Soul Tools wouldn't trigger her rejection reaction.
If she touched any other Soul Tool, the consciousness in her mind would immediately react negatively.
Lately, that consciousness seemed to reject non Tang Sect Soul Tools even more strongly.
Even just looking at advanced Soul Tools for too long could make her mood worsen due to the influence of that consciousness.
Moreover, that consciousness seemed to have an extreme fondness for Tang Sect's "outdated" hidden weapons.
Yes outdated.
To her, Tang Sect's current hidden weapons were antiquated relics, far inferior to the advanced Soul Tools of today.
In this era of rapidly advancing Soul Tools, being unable to use them was a significant regret.
She once believed that Soul Tools were nothing but trivial gimmicks, while Tang Sect hidden weapons were the strongest weapons in the world.
But now that she thought about it, why was she so convinced about something she had never even seen before?
It didn't make sense.
Clearly, the consciousness in her mind had been subtly influencing her!
That must have been why she impulsively joined Tang Sect back then.
Of course, according to Beibei, Tang Sect had once possessed incredibly powerful hidden weapons but due to lost forging techniques, no one could recreate them today, which had left the current Tang Sect hidden weapons far behind.
Xiao Xiao noticed Wang Dong's uneasy expression and immediately understood the reason. She comforted her, "Wang Dong, don't worry. We're here. We'll make sure you don't come into contact with any non Tang San ancestral Soul Tools."
"Mm." Wang Dong nodded. With Xiao Xiao's reassurance, her expression relaxed a little.
Still, the thought of being unable to use modern Soul Tools left her feeling incredibly frustrated.
Drinking from his wine flask, Xuan Zi glanced at Wang Dong. He had heard about her strange rejection reaction to advanced Soul Tools.
So, he said, "Duo Duo, let's take the students up higher to avoid all these people using flying Soul Tools. Let's go straight to the hotel where Shrek Academy is staying."
Qian Duo Duo nodded. "Alright, Elder Xuan."
Although they had some disagreements due to the death of the Soul Tool students, when it came to protecting the students, Qian Duo Duo wouldn't oppose Xuan Zi.
Soon, Xuan Zi and Qian Duo Duo led the students higher into the sky. With their strength, they could use their Soul Power to support the students, reducing the burden on them.
Meanwhile, Elder Song and Cai Mei'er remained hidden in the shadows, keeping watch and ready to intervene at any moment to protect the students.
Soon, the group arrived at Mingyue Hotel, where they underwent the pre tournament fitness assessment.
Mingyue Hotel was the official accommodation for tournament participants, arranged by the organizing committee.
Since Shrek Academy had been the reigning champion for years, even though they forfeited the previous tournament, their prestige and strength remained unmatched.
Thus, the tournament committee still assigned them luxurious rooms on the upper floors.
Meanwhile, Tang Sect was placed on the second floor.
At Mingyue Hotel, the higher the floor, the better the living conditions.
The lower the floor, the worse the accommodations.
When Xuan Zi learned about this, he immediately declared, "Tang Sect members will stay with the Shrek team on the upper floors. There's plenty of space, and there's no reason to make the students suffer right before the competition."
Without any objections from Elder Song, Xuan Zi led everyone to the upper floors.
The Sun Moon Empire Royal Palace – Rear Garden
Xu Tianran sat in his wheelchair, gazing at the vibrant flowers in the distance, a gentle smile appearing on his face.
Standing behind him was Juzi, her hands on the wheelchair, ready to push it at his command.
Looking at Xu Tianran's side profile, Juzi spoke, "Your Highness, according to the latest reports, His Majesty's health has severely deteriorated. He has even lost consciousness multiple times.
"According to the imperial physicians, he likely doesn't have much time left."
Xu Tianran's expression filled with melancholy, as if he were grieving.
But inside, he felt a thrill of excitement.
Finally.
He had been waiting for this day for so long.
Once his father passed away, his status as Crown Prince and his immense influence would allow him to ascend the throne as the Emperor of the Sun Moon Empire.
Then, his true ambition could begin.
Once he became Emperor, he would launch a war to conquer the entire Douluo Continent, absorbing the former Three Kingdoms into the Sun Moon Empire.
That was his destiny to become a legendary ruler of all time.
"Juzi, any unusual movements from the Third Prince?"
Xu Tianran's voice was calm, but his eyes flashed coldly.
He only asked about the Third Prince because the man had dared to challenge him for the throne.
Once he became Emperor, the Third Prince would be the first to be eliminated.
Moreover, there was another reason
Years ago, Xu Tianran was nearly assassinated.
If Juzi hadn't saved him back then, he would have died.
Even now, he had never discovered who was behind the assassination attempt.
But he had one prime suspect the Third Prince.
After all, if he had died that day, the Third Prince would have been the next heir to the throne.
Juzi's voice was steady. "Your Highness, there has been no unusual activity from the Third Prince."
Xu Tianran nodded slightly. "Good. If he makes any move, eliminate him immediately under the pretense of suppressing rebellion."
Juzi answered without hesitation, "Yes, Your Highness."
She knew that Xu Tianran despised being questioned, so she never challenged his decisions.
Of course, killing the Third Prince wouldn't be easy.
The imperial family was a powerful force in the Sun Moon Empire, and some nobles supported the Third Prince.
Even so, Juzi didn't object. She simply listened.
Xu Tianran was pleased with her obedience.
Then, he changed the topic. "Juzi, the Soul Master Tournament begins tomorrow. How is the Sun Moon Battle Team's preparation?
"If they face Shrek Academy, do they have the confidence to defeat them?"
Juzi replied confidently, "According to my reports, the Sun Moon Battle Team is well prepared. I believe they can defeat Shrek Academy and claim the championship for the Empire."
Xu Tianran narrowed his eyes. "Good. Mingdu is our home turf. I don't want the Sun Moon team to lose especially not at home. That would be a blow to our national morale.
"Make sure the team has everything they need. While the Holy Spirit Sect's team is strong, I would prefer for our Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineering Academy to win the championship."
Juzi bowed respectfully. "Understood, Your Highness."
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