Douluo Continent: Starting from Killing Arou with a Single Sword.

Following closely behind Liuli Academy was Shrek Academy. Their outfits were already eye-catching enough, and their slogan, "Champions without rivals," made everyone want to laugh. Simply put, their dingy green clothes paired with their complete lack of fame were quite amusing.

However, the laughter quickly subsided, for no other reason than that His Majesty the Emperor was about to give his address.

Xue Ye sat upright in the center of the first row of the VIP section, flanked by representatives from the Spirit Hall and major sects, with Ning Fengzhi prominently among them. Ning Mumu, like everyone else, looked up at the VIP section, her gaze also fixed on her second uncle and two grandfathers.

Ning Mumu wasn't used to seeing her family from this angle for a long time. Ning Fengzhi was still very young at this time, looking like a refined gentleman. Grandpa Sword and Grandpa Bone were not yet gray-haired and were full of energy. At this time, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was much stronger than in the original story. Neither the royal family nor the Spirit Hall dared to easily offend the sect.

Everything was so beautiful. Ning Mumu wore a gentle, polite smile, and her resolve grew stronger—the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School would continue to shine in this life, and no one would dare to harm her family and friends!

Xue Ye's gaze swept over the participating students, pausing when he saw Ning Mumu. He had seen this little girl a few times, and his intuition told him that this girl was no ordinary person. In fact, he had sent people to investigate Ning Mumu, but they couldn't find anything. All they knew was that she was a rare genius and the future heir of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

Even an emperor couldn't uncover Ning Mumu's background, which shows how protective the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was of this girl. Xue Ye wouldn't want to make a fool of herself, so she naturally treated the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School with great courtesy.

Xue Ye stood up, and the audience fell silent. Under the gaze of thousands, he slowly spoke: "Today, we welcome another Soul Master Tournament. Here, I, Xue Ye, Emperor of the Heaven Dou Empire, on behalf of the Heaven Dou Empire and the organizers, declare the Pan-Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament now open!"

A thunderous applause erupted as Xue Ye continued, "In the tournament, I hope all Soul Masters will fully showcase their abilities, unleash their full potential, and surpass and break through their own limits!"

"Fight with all your might, for yourselves and for the empire!"

After listening to Emperor Xueye's speech, all the Soul Masters' eyes shone with a burning light. Which Soul Master didn't want to achieve fame at a young age and showcase their skills in the Soul Master Competition? The passion of the young people was ignited, and everyone was full of fighting spirit, determined to crush the others.

As the applause subsided, the emcee continued, "Next, please welcome Mr. Ning Fengzhi, the Sect Master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, to deliver a speech!"

This time, all the support-type Soul Masters were keeping a close eye on Ning Fengzhi. This was Ning Fengzhi, the sect master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, one of the three major sects on the Douluo Continent and the number one support-type Soul Master in the world! It was a rare opportunity to see such a big shot, so they had to take a good look at him today. If he took a liking to them, he might be able to give them some pointers.

Ning Fengzhi stood up, greeted everyone around him, and then smiled, "Every Soul Master Competition brings different surprises. As a Soul Master myself, I was just like everyone else when I was young, hoping to show my skills. It's lucky to become a Soul Master, and it's rare to be able to stand on the competition field."

"I hope everyone cherishes this opportunity, leaves no regrets, and showcases their talents on the field. The future of Douluo Continent belongs to you all; you will design its tomorrow."

"I hope everyone will continue to surpass and break through as His Majesty has said, leaving their mark on the field and bringing glory to the Empire!"

Ning Fengzhi's gentle voice was like a spring breeze to everyone. The emcee didn't stop either; it was time to liven up the atmosphere.

The emcee said, "Mr. Ning Fengzhi, as we all know, you are the most powerful support-type Soul Master in the world, and Liuli Academy is also participating. On behalf of all the viewers, I would like to ask—of the twenty-nine teams participating in the Heaven Dou City regional preliminary rounds, which team do you favor?"

Ning Fengzhi smiled slightly, but his tone was filled with pride, "Each team has its own strengths, and the Soul Masters are all new generation geniuses. Among these teams, I naturally have the highest hopes for Liuli Academy. This time, Liuli Academy will win the final victory."

As soon as he finished speaking, the arena fell silent. Countless eyes turned to Liuli Academy, no one had expected Ning Fengzhi to give such a confident answer. It was nothing like his previous impeccable composure; instead, it was sharp and assertive, allowing everyone to feel Ning Fengzhi's self-assurance.

A few seconds later, a huge cheer erupted from the audience. They were tired of those high-sounding platitudes; Ning Fengzhi's undisguised ambition was something they'd never seen before, so they were naturally eager to support him. At the same time, they were also filled with curiosity about this Glazed Academy.

"They were runners-up last year, maybe they can win this time!" one spectator said.

"Win the championship? Those people from the Spirit Hall aren't pushovers. I heard they're sending a really powerful genius this year!"

"But I feel that Sect Leader Ning isn't joking; he seems genuinely confident."

"Maybe he's faking it?"

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The discussion grew louder and louder, as everyone was intrigued by Ning Fengzhi's words.

Of course, others had different opinions. Some of the participating Soul Masters knew the strength of Liuli Academy and were extremely wary of Ning Mumu. After all, Ning Mumu had been the talk of the town in the previous sect competition, earning the admiration of many prodigies.

So many years have passed, and no one knows how much she has grown, but the admiration they once had remains.

The other unsuspecting Soul Masters watched the Liuli Squad with curiosity, regarding them as formidable opponents.

A flawless version after careful inspection!

Those in the VIP seats, however, thought differently. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's development over the years had been so remarkable that other sects couldn't even catch up. It could be said that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was now at the next level.

The Platinum Bishop of the Spirit Hall squinted, only daring to steal glances at the Glazed Squad. The Hall of Offerings had specifically instructed them not to harm the Glazed Squad, especially Ning Mumu.

Emperor Xueye smiled peacefully, seemingly quite satisfied. He had witnessed the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's development over the years and had even helped them along the way.

After all, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's elixirs played a crucial role in his survival. Moreover, supporting a powerful force to counter other forces wasn't a bad idea. Let the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School become a target, and let the Heaven Dou Empire develop stealthily!

Taking in everyone's reactions, Ning Fengzhi's expression remained unchanged, but he was actually very happy. Today's boast was the starting point for the rise of their Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. From the Soul Master Competition onwards, the sect would surely become even stronger!

The Soul Master Tournament is about to begin!