Jing Shaoyu never expected the opponent would resort to underhanded tactics even after winning.
When Teng Teng hurled the laser emitter at Xu Xiaoyan, no one anticipated things would escalate this way. It wasn't until the defenseless Xu Xiaoyan was struck in the head by the device that Jing Shaoyu snapped out of his shock and immediately rushed toward the arena.
But Gu Yue reacted even faster. With a flick of her silver-glowing hand, Jing Shaoyu instantly appeared beside Xu Xiaoyan on the stage.
Panicked, Jing Shaoyu scooped Xu Xiaoyan into his arms and carefully examined her. Only then did he let out a sigh of relief—fortunately, she wasn't seriously injured, aside from a swollen lump on the back of her head. With a mere wave of his hand, the bruise vanished completely.
Yet, Xu Xiaoyan remained unconscious. If not for her steady breathing and strong heartbeat, Jing Shaoyu would have already lost control.
But his fury still burned. Raising his hand, the Doomsday Godslaying Spear materialized, its tip pointed directly at Teng Teng as he roared, "You want to die? I'll grant your wish!"
As his words fell, gray currents swirled around the Black Spear, and a terrifying aura of destruction began to gather. The atmosphere in the arena instantly turned heavy, murderous, and desolate.
"Please, calm down! Stay calm!" The referee hastily stepped between them, forcing an awkward smile as he tried to placate the situation. "Right now, treating Xu Xiaoyan should be the top priority."
Internally, the referee was cursing Teng Teng's ancestors eighteen generations back. You've already won, yet you pull this kind of stunt? Now, he—a mighty Soul Douluo—had to grovel before a mere Soul King. Damn it!
Teng Teng was also trembling in fear. He never expected Xu Xiaoyan to pass out like this. He had only wanted to embarrass her—he truly hadn't used much force! How could she have fainted?
Faced with Jing Shaoyu's accusation, his body shook uncontrollably as he stammered, "I—I didn't mean to… I wasn't trying to—"
He was on the verge of tears. If anything serious happened to Xu Xiaoyan, he knew the empire and his academy would undoubtedly throw him under the bus as an apology. He wasn't delusional enough to think he was worth the empire and academy openly defying the Douluo Federation and Shrek Academy.
Impulse is the devil. Teng Teng was drowning in regret.
By now, the rest of the crowd had reacted. The audience erupted in an uproar—no one had anticipated such a disgraceful incident. On the VIP platform, Dai Tianling's expression darkened with humiliation, especially when Tang Bingyao's words reached his ears.
"Your Majesty, is this the heroism your empire upholds? Heh, today has certainly been enlightening," Tang Bingyao remarked with a chuckle, though his tone dripped with sarcasm to Dai Tianling.
"Council Leader, I assure you, our empire will deliver a resolution that satisfies your side!" Dai Tianling declared sternly.
"Let it go," Tang Bingyao waved magnanimously. "Since this is a conflict born from the competition, it's best resolved within the competition. Our interference would only complicate matters."
His words surprised Dai Tianling. But Tang Bingyao had spoken this way because he spotted Shrek Academy's instructor, Wu Zhangkong, stepping onto the arena—yet the true authority, Cai Yue'er, was nowhere to be seen.
As one of the top three figures in the Federation, Tang Bingyao immediately understood Shrek Academy's intention—they had no plans to resolve this matter through administrative means and simply wanted to let it pass. Hmm, bearing grudges and seeking retribution for the slightest offense—that was very much in line with Shrek Academy's style.
"..." Dai Tianling remained silent, having discerned the hidden meaning in Tang Bingyao's words. A faint sense of foreboding arose in his heart. Was Tang Bingyao really so confident in Shrek Academy's students? He couldn't help but glance at Jing Shaoyu standing on the stage, spear in hand.
That spear in the youth's grasp seemed unfamiliar—could it be a Twin Martial Soul? But then Dai Tianling turned his gaze to Long Yue, who stood with a somber expression in the waiting area, and his heart settled at once.
Since they weren't making a fuss or exploiting the situation, he might as well let them have their way.
On the stage, Wu Zhangkong appeared beside Jing Shaoyu and Xu Xiaoyan. He first checked Xu Xiaoyan's condition, confirming she was unharmed, then grasped Jing Shaoyu's left hand and said coldly, "Let's go down first. Any grievances can be settled in the match."
Hearing Wu Zhangkong's words, Jing Shaoyu silently retracted his Martial Soul, his icy gaze fixed on Teng Teng as he said, "You're lucky. Let's hope your teammates share the same fortune!"
The referee quickly approached Jing Shaoyu and Xu Xiaoyan, asking, "How is contestant Xu Xiaoyan? Is she seriously injured?" As he spoke, he reached out to check her condition, but Jing Shaoyu shoved him away.
"Get lost!" he snapped coldly. The referee actually froze, not daring to move another inch. Without another glance at the others, Jing Shaoyu picked up Xu Xiaoyan and strode off the stage.
Wu Zhangkong didn't linger either, leaping off the stage in a single bound.
Only after Jing Shaoyu and Wu Zhangkong had left did the referee exhale in relief. If they had truly insisted on pursuing the matter, today's incident would have spiraled out of control, and he would undoubtedly have been held accountable.
Glaring at Teng Teng with disgust, he barked, "Get off the stage! Stop embarrassing yourself!"
"Y-yes!" Teng Teng stammered, still shaken, before stumbling off the stage and back to the waiting area.
The audience buzzed with discussion. Though the incident had temporarily ended, it was clear to all that this wasn't over—Shrek Academy would never swallow such an underhanded blow. At the same time, Monster Academy's reputation had taken a severe hit.
"Ugh! What a disgrace!"
"How does Monster Academy's faculty educate their students? They've completely humiliated the Empire!"
"How did someone like that even become one of the Eight Great Heavenly Kings?"
"The girl had already conceded, and he still launched a sneak attack? His character is seriously questionable!"
"..."
In Monster Academy's waiting area, Teng Teng nervously approached Long Yue and said, "O-oldest, I-I'm sorry. I've shamed the academy."
He tried to justify himself, but Long Yue didn't even acknowledge him, keeping his eyes closed in silence.
Seeing this, Teng Teng grew even more frantic and was about to say more when Dai Yueyan's voice reached his ears.
"That's enough! Aren't you ashamed enough already? Get back to your seat!" Dai Yueyan roared angrily. Though furious at Teng Teng's actions, he didn't impose further punishment because the matter wasn't concluded yet. Only when everything was settled could they determine the nature of the incident and decide on appropriate disciplinary measures.
Teng Teng slunk back to the team with his head hanging low, while the others ignored him, focusing instead on more pressing matters.
"Who would have thought Jing Shaoyu also possesses Twin Martial Souls!" Dai Yuner exclaimed, her eyes gleaming with an unusual light.
"That Black Spear must be of considerable quality," Su Mu pondered. "Even from a distance, I could faintly sense a trace of destructive power emanating from it."
"Could he, like that Jing Na'er, possess some formidable bloodline?" Dai Yueyan speculated. "After all, they're siblings."
"If that's the case, then splendid!" Long Yue opened his eyes, his gaze blazing with intensity. "I only hope his strength is even greater—that would make things more entertaining!"
Su Mu expressed some concern, "We should still be cautious. They're undoubtedly seething with anger right now. What if in the upcoming matches—"
"Hahaha, Ah Mu, you're always too cautious," Dai Yueyan interrupted, slinging an arm around Su Mu's shoulders with a boisterous laugh. "With mine and Brother Long's strength, even if Jing Shaoyu and Wu Siduo are peerless geniuses, they won't be able to cause any waves."
Long Yue remained silent, but the calm in his eyes conveyed his agreement.
"Damn it, Xiaoyan, don't worry—I'll definitely avenge you!"
Meanwhile, in Shrek Academy's waiting area, Wu Siduo gripped Xu Xiaoyan's small hand, her beautiful face frosty as she spoke in a chilling tone.
The others had gathered around, their expressions filled with righteous indignation.
Xu Xiaoyan, now awake and leaning against Jing Shaoyu's chest, smiled weakly at Wu Siduo's words. "Maomao, you'd better keep your promise!"
At this moment, Wu Zhangkong spoke up, "Elder Cai and I share the same sentiment. The injuries suffered on the stage should be repaid on the stage—open and fair, leaving no room for criticism. Do as you see fit; Elder Cai and I will handle the rest."
Hearing this, Jing Shaoyu and Wu Siduo exchanged a glance, their eyes narrowing dangerously.
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