More than half a month slowly passed.
Above the cold spring of the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, the white cold mist that had lingered for more than half a month finally gradually disappeared, and as the mist vanished, two figures slowly emerged.
The two embracing individuals almost simultaneously regained their senses.
Kong Ming'an did not open his eyes immediately; his consciousness remained in his mind, meticulously organizing the myriad thoughts intertwined with inspiration.
After a long while, he unconsciously let out a soft sigh, followed by a faint sense of weariness that welled up in his heart.
Perhaps he had been too absorbed and in a state of flow during this research, so even after more than half a month of continuous, sleepless observation, he hadn't felt much fatigue during the process.
It was only now, after the observation concluded, that the fatigue surged into his mind.
It was somewhat like the after-effects of an adrenaline rush, but fortunately, the level of fatigue was within an acceptable range and didn't affect him much.
Slowly opening his eyes, the faint blue light in them receded like a tide, but no sooner had he opened them than he noticed something was slightly off.
He paused, looked up, and then... naturally met the icy blue eyes that seemed to be silently observing him.
"..."
Kong Ming'an was stunned for a moment before he regained his composure. With calm eyes, he softly called out, "Snow Empress?"
The Snow Empress paused, then released her embrace, pulling back slightly.
With the departure of the icy softness, Kong Ming'an could finally breathe. Taking a deep breath, he then brought up the main topic, asking, "How is your recovery?"
"...The cold spring's effect is very good. Roughly a few more times, and there will be no problem." The Snow Empress's voice was clear and cold, just as before, seemingly without any change.
The Snow Empress's healing was not an overnight process.
After all, her transformation process had been forcibly interrupted and she had been Sealed. Although it didn't cause her already injured Origin to suffer further damage, it was naturally impossible to fully recover in just over half a month.
Kong Ming'an understood and didn't ask further, but his gaze fell upon the cold spring beneath his feet.
He could sense that the extreme cold Energy in the cold spring was significantly less than before.
Clearly, the extreme cold Energy within the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well's cold spring was not inexhaustible.
However, at the same time, he also felt that the Energy within the cold spring was recovering at a not-so-slow pace, and this was the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well's extreme heat and extreme cold harmonizing and regenerating, taking effect.
Kong Ming'an glanced at it briefly.
It had to be said that the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well's Energy structure was also perfect, but unfortunately, his focus was currently on the Snow Empress's "Elementalization," so he could only put this aside for now.
After greeting Tang Ya, who was carefully digging and planting grass, Kong Ming'an raised his hand to pull out the gray door, then stepped through it with the Snow Empress, who stayed close behind him.
Two of the three tasks in Tianhun Empire were already completed. Now, it was time to finalize the last one... Heaven Dou City, the final day of the Advanced Spirit Master Academy Soul Fighting Grand Competition for the entire continent.
At this moment, the sky was clear and blue, and within the massive circular arena, people cheered loudly, the atmosphere reaching its Peak.
After rounds of fierce competition, the two teams that ultimately stood on the final stage were still those regarded as arch-rivals.
Shrek Academy, symbolizing invincibility, and Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy, representing the Peak of spirit tools.
In the Shrek resting area, the atmosphere was solemn and grave.
Zhang Lexuan sat on the edge, dressed in dark purple attire with a black inner top that gently outlined her full figure. Her hands rested naturally on her shapely legs.
At one point, her gaze involuntarily lifted, casting towards the Sun Moon Team's resting area opposite.
Her clear, cold eyes meticulously swept over every figure on the opposing side, trying to find the young man who had inexplicably unsettled her mind these past few days.
However... she found nothing.
She felt a bit downcast.
Perhaps it was some kind of intuition in the dark, or perhaps she wasn't as indifferent as she appeared.
Ever since that day she talked with this nominal younger clan brother of hers, she always found herself thinking of him.
And this feeling intensified after the young man suddenly stopped participating in the competition, as if he had vanished into thin air.
Zhang Lexuan fell silent for a moment, her mind involuntarily recalling the promise the young man had suddenly made to her before she left that day.
"Go... home?"
Zhang Lexuan unconsciously murmured softly, but in an instant, she realized something and quickly stopped her thoughts.
Shrek was her home, her only home! She absolutely... absolutely would not leave!
Repeating it a few times in her heart, Zhang Lexuan finally managed to suppress her surging thoughts and slowly let out a breath.
Rubbing her temples, she prepared to adjust her state slightly. The next moment, a gentle voice sounded from beside her.
"Lexuan, Elder Xuan and the Teacher called us over for a final confirmation of the lineup and tactics."
Zhang Lexuan turned around and saw Han Ruoruo and Wu Ming approaching. Han Ruoruo still had her gentle, watery demeanor, while Wu Ming seemed eager, her eyes full of Battle Intent.
Zhang Lexuan took a deep breath, temporarily suppressing the doubts in her heart, and nodded: "Alright."
The three came before the Team Leader Teacher and began to discuss.
"This competition's format is the same as last time: individual matches, two-two-three small team matches, and finally, the team battle. I won't go into too much detail about the specific plans and countermeasures; I'm sure you've memorized them these past few days.
"For the first match, the individual competition, Wu Ming, you're up. You must secure the first victory!"
"Don't worry, Teacher! Watch me!"
Wu Ming smiled, lightly clenched her fist, and a golden flame phantom flashed around her, full of confidence.
Her Golden Crow Spirit was extremely intimidating in individual matches.
Zhang Lexuan, who was beside her, felt a slight relaxation in her heart.
As her best friend, she had a good understanding of Wu Ming's strength. Although her personality was a bit impetuous, she was extremely strong in one-on-one combat, making her the most suitable to open the situation.
After everyone reconfirmed the details, they returned to the resting area to prepare.
And Zhang Lexuan naturally returned to her previous seat. Subconsciously, she once again cast her gaze towards the opposite resting area.
Then... her pupils suddenly contracted sharply!
In the shadows of the opposing resting area, a figure had quietly stepped out at some unknown point.
It was Kong Ming'an!
He was still wearing his moon-white casual clothes, his short black hair meticulously styled, and a faint smile graced his handsome face. He inadvertently met her gaze.
Then, he gave her a polite smile.
Zhang Lexuan's heart paused slightly, and a strong sense of unease instantly reached its Peak.
She was about to blurt out a warning to Wu Ming, who was preparing to go on stage, but just then, the referee's loud announcement rang out:
"Finals, first match, individual competition! Please, both team members, take the stage!"
Before she could speak, Wu Ming, who could no longer hold back, flashed with golden-red light and lightly landed on the wide competition stage, then was engulfed by the cheers of the audience.
Zhang Lexuan anxiously looked at the opposite side again, only to see Kong Ming'an nod slightly to her, then take a step, his figure flickering.
The next moment, he had silently appeared opposite Wu Ming.
This match, Kong Ming'an was personally participating!