Douluo Continent: I had just reached my limit when the sky exposed me.

Chapter 52 Subtle atmosphere

It seemed to be to confirm Bibi Dong's suspicions.

The sky once again released a dazzling golden light.

[Genius Ranking]

[10th Place: Evil Moon!]

[Soul Power Level: Level 50, Power Attack Type Battle Soul King]

[Martial Soul: Moon Blade]

[Affiliation: Spirit Hall]

[Evaluation: Unique martial soul, unpredictable and fierce attacks; as the leader of the Spirit Hall's Golden Generation, exceptional talent, rich combat experience; possesses the extremely powerful martial soul fusion skill "Enchanting Charm" with Hu Liena.]

[Rewards: Soul Power increased by two levels, all Soul Rings increased in age by 4,500 years, a 10,000-year-old Left Arm Soul Bone awarded, and the power of the Martial Soul Fusion Skill increased by 30%!]

The inclusion of Yan and Xie Yue on the list did not cause much surprise.

After all, the reputation of the Spirit Hall's Golden Generation had already spread throughout the continent.

A level 50 soul power, a powerful Moon Blade martial soul, and that famous martial soul fusion skill all deserve this ranking.

But the generous rewards, especially the "Ten Thousand Year Soul Bone" and the "30% increase in the power of the Martial Soul Fusion Skill," still made people extremely envious.

On the Spirit Hall Square.

As Xie Yue received the golden light and felt his own transformation, there was not much joy on his face; instead, his brows furrowed slightly.

Ten?

This ranking is lower than he expected!

He originally thought he could at least make it into the top ten!
Bibi Dong looked at Xie Yue, a hint of disappointment flashing in her eyes, but she quickly concealed it.

She knew Xie Yue's strength. Although being ranked tenth was not bad, there were clearly even more monstrous talents ahead of her.

Her gaze involuntarily turned back towards the direction of Beidou Academy.

……

Immediately afterward, before everyone could catch their breath, golden light flashed across the sky again!

[Genius Ranking]

[Ninth Place: Hu Liena!]

[Soul Power Level: Level 49, Control-type Battle Soul Master]

[Martial Spirit: Demon Fox]

[Affiliation: Spirit Hall]

[Evaluation: Exceptionally talented, possessing exceptional charm and control abilities, outstanding mental strength, and as the Holy Maiden of the Spirit Hall, she is resolute and exceptionally intelligent. She possesses the extremely powerful Spirit Fusion Skill "Enchanting Allure" with Xie Yue.]

[Rewards: Soul Power increased by three levels, all Soul Rings increased by five thousand years, a ten-thousand-year head Soul Bone awarded, Martial Soul Origin Power increased by two levels, and Spiritual Power greatly enhanced]

"Ninth place! It's Hu Liena from the Spirit Hall!"

"Martial Soul Evolution... Their Martial Soul Fusion Technique has undergone two evolutions and enhancements. To what extent will its power reach?"

"..."

Hu Liena's inclusion on the list confirms the strength of the golden generation.

However, this ninth-place ranking was like a heavy hammer blow to the hearts of everyone in the Spirit Hall.

Especially Bibi Dong!

Bibidon sat on the papal throne, looking at her most prized disciple.

The Holy Maiden, whom the Spirit Hall had devoted all its efforts to cultivating, was only ranked ninth.

They barely made it into the top ten!
Not to mention five days in advance.

For the first time, an undisguised gloom appeared on her elegant and noble face.

Xie Yue is tenth, and Hu Liena is ninth!

Who are those eight people in front of us?
Besides Oscar and Xiao Wu, who else is at Shrek Academy?
Tang San?

Just how many geniuses is Beidou Academy hiding?

Ye Lingling, the one whom Li Bai personally picked up?
That elemental dragon Ao Yin? Who else?
An extremely absurd and ominous premonition began to grow wildly in Bibi Dong's heart.

She originally thought that the golden generation would at least occupy two of the top five spots, or even sweep the top three.

But reality is so cruel!

After receiving the reward, Hu Liena felt her soul power break through to level 52 and her mental power surge.

The head bone brought her a sense of clarity and power, but there was no joy on her face.

She walked up to Bibi Dong, knelt down on one knee, and said in a voice tinged with bitterness and resentment, "Teacher... I have disappointed you."

Yan and Xie Yue also silently walked to her side and lowered their proud heads.

Bibi Dong looked at the disciple kneeling before her, took a deep breath, and forcibly suppressed the turmoil in her heart.

She knew that she absolutely could not afford to lose her composure at this moment.

She slowly got up, walked to Hu Liena and Xie Yue, and personally helped them up.

The voice regained its usual majesty and coldness, but carried an undeniable power.

"Get up! Rankings on mere lists don't mean everything. True strength is revealed on the battlefield."

"Your rewards are equally generous: Martial Soul evolution, Fusion Skill enhancement, Head Soul Bone... these are all real improvements."

Her gaze swept over the three members of the Golden Generation and all the Spirit Hall Soul Masters in the square. Her voice suddenly rose, carrying a inflammatory force.

"Remember, the glory of the Spirit Hall is not defined by a ranking list, but forged with the blood of our enemies and through our defeats!"

"With the competition just around the corner, use your strength to show the whole continent who the true kings of the younger generation are!"

"Yes! Your Majesty the Pope!"

On the plaza, all the Spirit Hall Soul Masters roared in unison, their voices shaking the heavens and temporarily dispelling the gloom brought on by their poor ranking.

But Bibi Dong's deep-seated unease and intense desire to explore only grew stronger.

She looked up at the still dazzling golden sky, her eyes sharp as knives.

Two of the top ten have already been eliminated.

The remaining eight spots...

Shrek Academy, Beidou Academy... just how many of you are left?
Who will top the list of geniuses?

The eyes of the entire continent were focused on those last, and most eye-catching, nine names.

The atmosphere was so tense it was almost suffocating.

……

Wuhun Hall, Worship Hall.

In the deep hall, several powerful auras remained hidden.

Seated at the head of the table was none other than Qian Daoliu, the Grand Elder of the Spirit Hall and a Level 99 Limit Douluo.

But when Yan's ranking was announced, his closed eyes slightly opened, and a barely perceptible fluctuation passed through them.

Qingluan Douluo Feng slowly spoke, his voice carrying a hint of surprise and amusement: "Eleventh? Yan's Flame Lord Martial Soul was something Bibi Dong spent a lot of effort to stabilize and unleash his potential."

"They can't even make the top ten? Is that so strange?"

Guangling Douluo interjected, "It seems that Bibi Dong's efforts in investing in the Golden Generation over the years have not yielded the expected results."

Their tone was calm, yet carried a subtle, almost imperceptible, scrutinizing quality.

There was always a delicate balance between the Hall of Worship and the Papal Palace.

The Golden Generation, as Bibi Dong's direct disciples, achieved results that, to some extent, reflected Bibi Dong's abilities.

The fact that the three are now ranked so low has undoubtedly given rise to other thoughts among some people in the Hall of Worship.

Qian Daoliu's gaze remained calm as he closed his eyes again, leaving only his placid voice echoing in the hall: "The Heavenly Ranking has its own rules. Strength, potential, temperament, and even fate are all taken into consideration."

"It's already quite good that the disciples of the Spirit Hall made it onto the list. As for their rankings... let's wait and see."

He seemed fair, but his statements "there are their own rules" and "it's already pretty good" were quite telling.

However, it subtly reveals that Bibi Dong is not entirely satisfied with the result of her painstaking cultivation but failure to achieve a top ranking.

(End of this chapter)