Douluo Jueshi: I can only explode the ring, all I can do is operate.

Chapter 297 Showdown, Earth Dragon Gate
The next day.

Today is the second day of the competition. After everyone arrived at the venue one after another, the opening ceremony of the day began after Emperor Xu Tianran, who was observing the ceremony, took his seat.

"Next up, please welcome Shrek Academy to face off against the Dragon Gate!"

Earth Dragon Gate: ?

When the referee announced the news, all the members of the Earth Dragon Gate were stunned. Then they stared blankly at Ning Wuque and Bei Bei waving to them from Shrek Academy.

Dude! We're going to fight Shrek Academy?
This competition is definitely rigged! How come they're facing Shrek Academy in the very first match?

Although their Earth Dragon Sect has declined somewhat in this generation, it is not a minor force that can be used for performances! Especially the top-level sub-dragon, the Rouge Dragon, from the sect leader's lineage, which can destroy anything of the same level.

Was this used directly as a backdrop for a performance during a major competition?
"This match is a 2-2-3 tactical battle. Both players, please decide on the lineup for the first match."

Ignoring the dumbfounded group from the Earth Dragon Gate, the referee silently announced the rules of the match.

the other side.

In the Shrek Academy team, several members of the reserve team arrived together with Bei Bei, who was preparing to perform, led by Ning Wuque.

"You guys can discuss it and decide who goes for the first match. If you lose, I'll go up and keep things in check for the next one. If you win the second match, you can concede defeat. For the third match, let Beibei go up and show off her power."

True to his word, Ning Wuque and Bei Bei stood together and casually waved their hands, indicating that the six members of the reserve team could go up and show off their talents.

Of course, winning would be the best outcome, saving him the trouble of making another trip. To be honest, Ning Wuque really had no interest in bullying weaker opponents, especially after seeing Xiao Hongchen also put up a big fight for him, which further fueled his intense fighting spirit!

With Long Aotian also involved, Ning Wuque now has a very clear goal for this competition.

He doesn't need to win; he just wants to fight these two! Even if he doesn't run into them, he'll still pay them a visit and have a good, satisfying battle.

"Thank you Captain!"

"Thank you Captain!"

"Long live the captain!"

"Don't be too happy yet. As far as I know, all the main members of the Earth Dragon Gate are five-ring Soul King level players, including two Soul Emperors. Although Nan Qiuqiu is arrogant, even if she were stupid, she wouldn't send her reserve team members to fight you, so..."

Shaking his head, Ning Wuque reminded him that in the original novel, the first match of the Earth Dragon Gate was against the Tang Sect, and the contestants were of varying abilities, all of them being members of the reserve team.

The reason for this lies with Nan Qiuqiu, the tiger girl. Ning Wuque doesn't know if it's because most female dragon-type soul masters are so fiery, but he saw some of Wu Feng's traits in her. Both of them are the kind of people who make such judgments on a whim, thinking that they can handle everything themselves.

Ah, of course, their figures are as fiery as their personalities. If Ning Wuque were a lecher, he might make a move on Wu Feng after he'd tasted her.

After all, this is a rare sight – a pink-haired mature woman!

"This... Soul King... Soul Emperor?"

"Huh?! How are we supposed to win? We only had Xiao Xiao at level five, and the rest of us were only at level four. It seems like... there's not much hope of winning."

Don't be discouraged, give it a try.

Those who are family know their own situation. Ning Wuque's words were like a bucket of cold water poured over everyone's heads. The Earth Dragon Gate was not easy to deal with. Including their captain Nan Qiuqiu, they had a total of three Soul Emperor-level sub-dragon soul masters.

Let alone their reserve team, even their starting lineup, excluding Ning Wuque and Bei Bei (those two overpowered players), couldn't guarantee a win. But thankfully, there are no "what ifs," and their starting lineup this time includes those two, but... they're going to embarrass themselves.

Seeing the low morale of the crowd, Zhu Lu wanted to cheer them up, but ultimately couldn't find the right words to say. She could only say:

"I'll go for the first round, anyone else want to try?"

"Sister Zhu Lu, why don't you let my sister and I give it a try? If we have a Spirit Fusion Technique, we might be able to win!"

As soon as Zhu Lu finished speaking, the two sisters, Lan Susu and Lan Luoluo, stepped forward. They were still a little worried, but it would be too inappropriate for them to be timid on such a huge stage.

Zhu Lu was speechless. Indeed, the conditions for a lower-level Soul Master to win against a higher-level Soul Master are only a few, and the Martial Soul Fusion Technique is indeed the best way.

Beside him, Ning Wuque nodded in agreement:
"Okay, then you guys go for the first match. Don't put too much pressure on yourselves. Even if you lose, Beibei and I will be there for you."

"Wuque is right. Don't put too much pressure on yourself. Just go on stage and show your best. There won't be many more opportunities like this."

Beibei's voice was equally warm and encouraging, which immediately eased the slightly tense atmosphere.

.........

Soon, both sides took to the stage.

The details of the subsequent battle are omitted. Although the Lan sisters, Lan Susu and Lan Luoluo, possessed a Martial Soul Fusion Skill, they were not top-tier geniuses after all. Fighting beyond their level was not easy. The main team of the Earth Dragon Gate was well-trained, and the two high-level Soul Kings won the first match without any surprises.

However, their victory was not easy. One of their team members was seriously injured by the spirit fusion skill of the Lan sisters. It can only be said that luck was not on their side. If they had been a little luckier, they might have been able to win.

"Don't be discouraged. This competition was probably arranged by the organizers of Sun and Moon to test our strength. The competitions that follow will be much easier, and you will still have the opportunity to stand on the stage as victors."

Seeing the exhausted Lan sisters helping each other back to the group, Ning Wuque offered words of comfort.

This is how it is when reserve team players face the main team. They've already done quite well, and there's no need to be overly critical.

It seemed that the comforting words had an effect, and the Lan sisters quickly recovered from their disappointment.

"The second match is about to begin. Players from both sides, please prepare to enter the game!"

"Okay, I'm going. Who's coming with me?"

"I'll do it, Captain."

It was Zhu Lu who spoke. She followed Ning Wuque towards the arena. The other three also wanted to follow Ning Wuque and get some easy wins, but after thinking about it, they didn't argue about it and silently watched the two leave.

In the arena.

The two Soul King contestants from the Earth Dragon Gate swallowed hard as they looked at Ning Wuque appearing on the arena. The scene of Ning Wuque fighting against a Title Douluo at their wedding that day still seemed vivid in their minds, causing them to sweat profusely and look as if they might surrender at any moment.

"The second match, Soul Battle—begin!"

"Possessed by a martial spirit!"

On the other side, two Soul Kings from the Earth Dragon Gate possessed their Martial Souls. Proud dragons have no option to surrender, so even though they knew in their hearts that it was a futile beating, they still gritted their teeth and charged forward!

(End of this chapter)