Xu Ti naturally exuded confidence, which even infected the Emperor of the Sun-Moon Empire. He didn't say much, merely wanting to witness with his own eyes this final match that had captured the attention of the entire continent.
The once glorious Shrek Academy had already fallen into disgrace.
If even a long-established top-tier force like Houtian Sect could be defeated by the Sun-Moon Royal Soul Guidance Academy, then surely everyone on the continent could finally face reality.
Achieving what so many predecessors of the Sun-Moon Empire could not would make both him and Xu Ti the greatest emperor in the empire's history.
Thinking about the outcome, both men grew even more eager to see what would happen after the finals concluded.
Following Xu Ti's instructions, the host wasted no time and shouted with fiery enthusiasm:
"The finals of this Soul Master Tournament officially begin! Let us welcome the competitors from the Sun-Moon Royal Soul Guidance Academy and the Houtian Sect to the stage!"
Spurred by the host, the audience erupted into cheers and applause.
Huo Yuhao, Gu Yuena, Xue Di, Meng Hongchen, Wang Dong'er, Di Qiu'er, and Xu Tianzhen slowly walked onto the arena.
Seeing Huo Yuhao accompanied by the young women, the crowd's cheers grew even louder.
Xiao Hongchen in the audience looked on with a mix of resentment and envy.
He had been anticipating this final for a long time, yet he wasn't participating.
There was nothing he could do about it.
No matter what, he and Meng Hongchen were part of the Hongchen family, while Xu Tianzhen, as a royal princess, could never be absent from this final.
The other girls were beyond Xiao Hongchen's capability to challenge.
In the end, all he could do was watch bitterly.
Under everyone's gaze, the seven competitors from Houtian Sect stepped onto the stage.
Gu Yuena furrowed her brows, casting an annoyed glance at Titan seated at the Houtian preparation area.
She could clearly sense that these seven members carried a wave of power that did not belong to them.
Clearly, Titan had done something behind the scenes to ensure victory in this final.
Realizing this, Gu Yuena communicated with Huo Yuhao through her powerful mental abilities.
"Something's off with these people. Titan tampered with them."
Huo Yuhao, though not as clear as Gu Yuena, could also sense the abnormality.
Yet he showed no panic, smiling calmly:
"No matter. Subtle manipulations have always been Houtian Sect's style. It's nothing serious. Once the match officially begins, they'll see that against absolute strength, any scheme is useless."
Since Huo Yuhao said so, Gu Yuena didn't dwell on it.
With her as the Silver Dragon King, whatever Titan attempted would ultimately be futile.
Even Huo Yuhao wondered what gave Titan the confidence to play such tricks in front of Gu Yuena.
Could it be that last time, when Gu Yuena spared Titan and Niu Tian, they mistakenly thought that with Tang San backing them, Gu Yuena wouldn't dare act?
If so, Titan was bound to be severely disappointed.
Titan, of course, didn't know what Huo Yuhao was thinking.
He only believed that with his hidden backup and the young talent of Houtian Sect, Huo Yuhao, the destined one, would finally realize reality.
He wanted Huo Yuhao to know that Tang San is stronger than Gu Yuena, regardless of support.
Once both teams were in the arena, the host wasted no time, announcing the start of the finals.
At his words, all seven Houtian competitors simultaneously unleashed their martial souls.
Seven legendary Houtian Hammers appeared in their hands.
Tang Zhen, the Houtian team captain, held his Houtian Hammer, eyes fixed on Huo Yuhao. Calmly, he said:
"Your so-called peerless genius title ends today.
"I will show you that your fame is not because of your talent, but because our Houtian Sect has always deemed you unworthy of attention."
The audacity stunned the audience.
Were these Houtian Sect members really this confident?
How dare they shamelessly insult the highly respected Huo Yuhao in the imperial capital? Were they courting death?
"You bastard, what are you saying?!"
"Just a mere Houtian Sect, hidden for thousands of years, dares to speak so arrogantly?"
"Huo Yuhao will crush them! Let these arrogant fools see the gap in reality!"
Even before anyone could react, the crowd roared in support.
They demanded Huo Yuhao personally defeat these conceited opponents.
Even if all Houtian members were seven-ring Soul Saints, in front of Huo Yuhao, they were mere chumps.
Huo Yuhao, hearing the cheers, smiled faintly at the Houtian members.
"As you've heard, I reluctantly must trouble you to play the role of the losers."
Tang Zhen snorted coldly, retorting:
"Just you? I'll show you the true terror of Houtian Sect!"
Huo Yuhao shook his head, uninterested in wasting words.
These were nothing but tools, manipulated by Titan, who didn't even understand the full truth.
They weren't worthy of Huo Yuhao's attention.
He focused, activating his Mirror Flower Water Moon technique, intending to trap the seven in his illusion.
Yet, to his surprise, the previously infallible Mirror Flower Water Moon had no effect.
When it reached the seven, it was repelled as if hitting a shield, bouncing back harmlessly.
Huo Yuhao raised an eyebrow, instinctively glancing at Titan.
So this was Titan's secret maneuver — using his priestly mental power to empower the seven, allowing them to resist the illusion?
Hmph. Truly deserving of being Tang San's dog — even in this, he inherited Tang San's teachings.
Sensing Huo Yuhao's gaze, Titan crossed his arms, a playful smile on his face.
He wanted to see what Huo Yuhao could do without Mirror Flower Water Moon.
Seeing Titan's expression and Tang Zhen's arrogance, Huo Yuhao chuckled.
These fools actually think that without Mirror Flower Water Moon, he can't fight?
If they want to play games, Huo Yuhao had no problem showing them the true meaning of despair.
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