Early the next morning—
Tang Feng arrived at Star Luo Plaza.
The moment he appeared,
Waves of cheers erupted across the plaza.
At this point, Tang Feng's popularity far surpassed that of celebrities from his previous life—
And the thunderous applause came from hundreds of thousands of people.
"Today, the people of Star Luo are especially enthusiastic. They're all hoping Star Luo Royal Academy will ultimately claim the championship."
Zhang Lexuan felt mixed emotions.
She was happy for Tang Feng's potential victory—
Yet deeply regretful over Shrek Academy's defeat.
Originally, Shrek would never have stood against Tang Feng.
But fate had twisted things cruelly.
Sea God Pavilion's repeated mishandlings had ultimately driven Tang Feng and Shrek Academy into complete opposition.
"I will not disappoint the people of Star Luo."
"Today, Star Luo Royal Academy will win."
Tang Feng was qualified to say such words.
From beginning to end—
He had never regarded Sun Moon Royal Academy as a true opponent.
Whether Soul Engineers or evil soul masters—
In his eyes, they were all the same.
He could suppress them with a mere gesture.
"I believe you."
Zhang Lexuan smiled.
She would never dampen his spirit.
Now that she had severed ties with Shrek Academy,
Only faint goodwill remained.
Since she had taken a position as a retainer of the Princess's Manor,
She would not waver.
"Why isn't anyone from Shrek here?"
Tang Feng frowned slightly.
He scanned the resting area.
Shrek Academy's section was empty.
Even though they had lost, their seats had been reserved for observation.
"They've already left Star Luo City."
Xu Jiujiu approached slowly.
She had just received confirmation—
Shrek Academy's entire team had departed early that morning.
They had no interest in the final's outcome.
Since Tang Feng could defeat the Shrek Seven Devils—
And escape from Sea God Pavilion—
There was no way he would lose this tournament.
"Nan Nan-jie… she left too?"
Tang Feng's brows tightened.
He had promised Tang Ya to keep Jiang Nannan in Star Luo—
And cure her mother.
Had Xian Lin'er taken her away early to prevent her from leaving Shrek?
"They all left together."
Xu Jiujiu confirmed.
According to the report,
Every Shrek member had departed—
Except Zhang Lexuan, who remained by Tang Feng's side.
"Forget it. Let's finish today's match first."
Tang Feng's expression turned solemn.
He did not believe Jiang Nannan would leave voluntarily.
Only by staying in Star Luo could she hope to cure her mother's illness.
If Shrek Academy had been willing to help over the years—
Her condition would not have deteriorated to such an extent.
According to Tang Ya,
Jiang Nannan's mother was already terminal—
On the brink of death.
Because of Tang Ya,
Jiang Nannan had never made a deal with the Xuanming Sect.
She had been waiting for Tang Feng's Ultimate Life healing.
As for money—
Tang Ya had supported her financially.
After all, she had a "younger brother" in the Princess's Manor.
She would never let her best friend suffer financially.
"Let's take the stage."
Tang Feng and Xu Jiujiu walked side by side.
Opposite them stood Ma Rulong and the others—
As well as the Hongchen siblings.
Originally, the Hongchen siblings had only been reserve members.
For some reason, however,
They had entered the team battle lineup as well.
"So handsome…"
Meng Hongchen stared at Tang Feng without blinking.
Although Wang Dong was quite handsome—
Compared to Tang Feng, he fell short.
Tang Feng was like Nuwa's masterpiece—
Perfect and flawless.
His cold, transcendent aura fascinated her deeply.
From the very first moment Tang Feng appeared atop the city walls,
She had noticed him.
Unfortunately—
He had rarely taken the stage.
"Meng, can you show a little restraint?"
Xiao Hongchen covered his forehead in exasperation.
If she wanted to act lovestruck, fine—
But this was the Continental Advanced Soul Master Tournament!
"I can't help it!"
Meng Hongchen blinked innocently.
Her gaze never left Tang Feng.
If she could somehow abduct him back to Sun Moon Royal Academy—
That would be ideal.
Unfortunately—
Tang Feng belonged to Star Luo Royal Academy.
Taking him away would be harder than ascending the heavens.
"The finals of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Tournament — Star Luo Royal Academy versus Sun Moon Royal Academy. Both sides, prepare."
"Before I announce the start, no one may summon their martial souls."
Heavenly Fiend Douluo repeated the rules.
Though both academies brimmed with fighting spirit,
Rules were rules.
"You all attack immediately."
Tang Feng instructed his teammates calmly.
His composed demeanor made the members of Sun Moon Royal Academy grit their teeth.
The moment Heavenly Fiend Douluo gave the signal—
They would show him the might of Soul Engineers.
"The match begins!"
At the command,
Both sides summoned martial souls and soul tools.
Dazzling lights erupted,
Turning the arena into a spectacle of color.
Nearly all members of Sun Moon Royal Academy were Soul Engineers.
Their wide array of soul tools glittered brilliantly.
"First Spirit Skill — Imperial Path Disarm!"
Tang Feng clenched his right hand.
Endlessly proliferating Blue Silver Grass surged forth—
With Absolute Initiative—
It binds everyone instantly.
Clatter—clatter—
Soul tool after soul tool fell from their hands—
Losing all metallic luster.
Under Imperial Path Disarm,
Every soul tool lost its original function.
Even those not yet summoned—
They were forcibly stripped away.
"How is this possible?!"
Ma Rulong picked up an eighth-grade soul tool—
It was dull and lifeless.
Every engraved formation had gone dark.
A top-tier soul tool—
Reduced to a mere fire poker.
"We can't use any soul tools!"
Xiao Hongchen was stunned.
How could such a Spirit Skill exist—
One that stripped away all enemy soul tools?
Didn't that make Tang Feng the natural nemesis of all Soul Engineers?
It felt as though the sky had collapsed.
"Brother, use our Martial Soul Fusion Skill!"
Seeing Star Luo Royal Academy advancing,
Meng Hongchen shouted urgently.
With all soul tools disabled,
Only their fusion skill might produce a different outcome.
Meng Hongchen's long wine-red hair—
Darker than Ma Xiaotao's—
Now shimmered like aged grape wine.
Her eyes, originally deep blue,
Shifted the moment she activated her martial soul.
Her wine-red hair turned snow-white.
Her ice-blue eyes became blood-red—
As if dripping with blood.
"Good thing we're standing together."
Xiao Hongchen grasped her hand.
A pillar of intertwined golden and icy-blue light shot skyward—
Dazzling beyond compare.
This was the Hongchen siblings' trump card—
Their Martial Soul Fusion Skill:
Hongchen's Attachment.