Douluo Continent: I got the Sharingan at the start!

The warehouse is strictly managed, but who would have thought I had the skill to switch things out? When it comes to making fake rare metals, no one is better than me.

Others can't bring their storage soul tools in, but I have no problem. What about the deposit? Also, please check the receipt again, is it correct?

As the middle-aged man surnamed Li spoke, he took a neatly folded sheet from his pocket and handed it to Chen An. Chen An, in turn, took out a gold card from his pocket. A small gemstone was embedded in the card, emitting a faint golden glow.

"This is 200,000 gold soul coins, which is the deposit for this transaction. The remainder will be paid upon delivery."

Chen An took the form, carefully unfolded it, and checked the quantities and names item by item. Only after confirming everything was correct did she nod.

"No problem, that's all. Hurry up and prepare the goods. I'll come and pick them up tomorrow night at the same time. I'll also bring you the remaining 500,000 gold soul coins then."

"Okay, it's settled then." Upon hearing Chen An's promise, the middle-aged man surnamed Li showed an excited expression. He carefully put away the golden card and then saw Chen An out of the courtyard.

Chen An quickly left and disappeared into the narrow alley, a smug smile playing on his lips.

Han Yu's spiritual clone saw everything and was speechless. This Chen An was too greedy.

I just gave him a deposit of 500,000 gold soul coins, but he only gave the seller 200,000.

Moreover, Hanyu had also looked at the list earlier; the items were correct, the same as the list Chen'an had given him. But the price was only half.

In other words, Chen An would pocket half of the entire 1.4 million gold soul coins in this transaction. A classic case of double-dealing.

However, Han Yu also achieved his goal; this was exactly the place he was looking for.

Having abandoned tracking Chen An, Han Yu's mental clone quietly followed the middle-aged man surnamed Li, continuing their investigation...

On the competition side, after fierce battles all the way through the tournament, only four teams remain: Snow Demon Sect, Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, Holy Spirit Sect, and Heavenly Dragon Gate.

The competition is nearing its end, and the air is thick with tension and anticipation.

In recent days, the atmosphere in Mingdu has been heating up, like a powder keg about to be ignited.

The All-Continent Youth Advanced Soul Master Elite Competition is about to enter the semi-finals, and this highly anticipated competition is captivating everyone's attention.

Meanwhile, the Mingdu Soul Master Elite Competition, hosted by the three major underground forces, is about to reach its three-way final. This competition, which allows for betting, has also attracted the attention of countless people.

Throughout the streets and alleys of Mingdu, whether in teahouses or taverns, people were enthusiastically discussing the two matches.

Without a doubt, the All-Continent Youth Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament is more attractive, after all, it is the highest level of soul master competition on the continent.

However, the gambling nature of underground competitions also attracts many viewers, after all, who wouldn't want to make a little money while watching an exciting competition?

These two competitions made Mingdu the focus of the entire continent, attracting countless people to the city and bringing a flood of wealth to the three major powers.

As for how much benefit the three major forces actually gained from this, only they themselves probably know the truth.

The matchups for the semifinals of the highly anticipated All-Continent Elite Youth Soul Master Tournament have been announced.

In the morning, the Tianlongmen faced off against the powerful Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy.

In the afternoon, the Snow Demon Sect faced off against the enigmatic Holy Spirit Sect.

Both matches are full of highlights. The clash between Tianlongmen and Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy is undoubtedly a battle of titans, which is highly anticipated.

But what people are really looking forward to is the match between the Snow Demon Sect and the Holy Spirit Sect in the afternoon.

Both the Snow Demon Sect and the Holy Spirit Sect are shrouded in mystery, and have yet to reveal their full strength to the world, which has aroused strong curiosity among people.

Especially the Holy Spirit Sect; anyone with eyes can see that it's a team composed of evil soul masters. Evil soul masters are forbidden beings!

However, in terms of public opinion, the Sun Moon Empire has consistently suppressed discussions about the Holy Spirit Sect with a hardline stance.

Since the Sun Moon Empire dared to let the Holy Spirit Sect participate in the competition, it must have something to rely on.

Therefore, in Mingdu, openly discussing the Holy Spirit Sect became a taboo.

Even so, everyone has their own standards. Just how powerful must an evil soul master sect be to represent the Sun Moon Empire in such an important competition?

If they ultimately win the championship, where will the Sun Moon Empire put its face?

At the very least, this will become an indelible stain on the history of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament.

So, what was Xu Tianran thinking back then?

The Crown Prince of the Sun Moon Empire, Xu Tianran, an ambitious man who wielded immense power, firmly believed in one principle: history is written by the victors.

As long as the continent is eventually unified, all the blemishes in the process will be overshadowed by the glory of victory.

It was based on this almost obsessive belief that he dared to ignore the opposition within the country and insisted on having the Holy Spirit Sect represent the Sun Moon Empire in the war.

Of course, the Sun Moon Empire was not a monolithic entity. Opposition to sending a sect of evil soul masters to represent the empire in battle surged from both the court and the public, including strong protests from some high-ranking officials.

However, under Xu Tianran's iron-fisted approach, these dissenting voices were ultimately suppressed without mercy.

With the covert support of the Holy Spirit Cult, Xu Tianran ruthlessly eliminated several of the most vehemently opposed forces, using blood and fear to forcibly suppress all dissenting voices.

From then on, the Holy Spirit Sect's registration process was smooth and unimpeded, and they officially became a member of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament, representing the Sun Moon Empire.

However, the eyes of the people are discerning, and the infamy of evil spirit masters has long been deeply ingrained in their minds. No one will have any goodwill towards an evil spirit master sect.

Therefore, in the upcoming semi-final, almost everyone is pinning their hopes on the Snow Demon Sect, hoping they can stop the Holy Spirit Sect's advance.

The Snow Demon Sect demonstrated formidable strength in previous matches, defeating numerous powerful opponents, especially in their victory against Shrek Academy, which showcased their strength to the fullest.

In the eyes of many viewers, the Snow Demon Sect is like a bottomless treasure trove, showcasing amazing new tactics and abilities in every match, leaving people in awe.

Can they create another miracle, defeat the powerful Holy Spirit Sect, and ultimately win the championship?

No one knows the answer, but everyone is hoping for a miracle.

After all, the Snow Demon Sect is the last hope on the continent. If even they cannot stop the Holy Spirit Sect, then the Holy Spirit Sect's victory will become an unstoppable trend.

Therefore, in the shadows, countless eyes were watching this match, silently praying that the Snow Demon Sect could defeat evil and bring light to the continent.

In this atmosphere, the semi-finals of the All-Continent Youth Advanced Soul Master Elite Competition finally began.

On this day, the sky over Mingdu was covered with dark clouds, the thick clouds seeming to press down on the ground, the air so stuffy it was suffocating, making one feel inexplicably uneasy. Such weather seemed to foreshadow an impending storm.

Normally, in weather like this, most people would choose to stay home and avoid going out. However, today is completely different.

Early in the morning, the streets and alleys of Mingdu were crowded with people who came from all directions with only one goal: the venue for the All-Continent Youth Advanced Soul Master Elite Competition.

In order to cope with this once-in-a-century event, the army of the Sun and Moon Empire began maintaining order around the competition venue at dawn to prevent stampedes and other accidents.

The crowd of spectators today was more overwhelming than ever before, stretching like a black ocean to the horizon. Heads thronged, shoulder to shoulder, and every face was etched with anticipation and excitement.

To witness this epic showdown, the audience packed the stage tightly, creating a massive, deafening roar.

From a distance, people had to use binoculars to barely make out the athletes on the platform. Even so, it couldn't dampen their enthusiasm for watching the competition.

The four teams entered the arena one by one amidst great anticipation, their steps steady and their eyes firm and confident.

To get to where they are today, they have gone through countless challenges and tests, and finally stood out and stood on the final stage.

For them, reaching the semi-finals is already a great honor, but there can only be one ultimate winner. Who will ultimately win the championship and become the focus of everyone's attention?

The answer to this question will be revealed today. Amid cheers from the audience, the members of the Snow Demon Sect entered the competition arena, their sharp eyes scanning their surroundings, searching for their opponents.

Meng Hongchen spotted Han Yu walking at the very front of the group at a glance, and a look of surprise immediately appeared on her face.

Han Yu also noticed Meng Hongchen's gaze. He smiled slightly and gave Meng Hongchen a friendly nod.

Meng Hongchen couldn't contain her excitement and wanted to get up and walk over, but Xiao Hongchen grabbed her arm.

"Sister, be careful, this is a competition," Xiao Hongchen whispered a reminder.

Meng Hongchen then realized her lapse in decorum. She reluctantly sat back down, but her gaze kept drifting towards Han Yu's direction.

On the other side, the members of the Holy Spirit Sect also arrived at the competition venue. Leading the way was Tang Ya, who was tall and had a cold and elegant demeanor. Behind her were seven members, all of whom were wearing black cloaks that covered their entire bodies, making it impossible to see their faces.

Huo Yuhao also completely concealed himself.

The Snow Demon Sect team members walked steadily to the rest area prepared for them.

As far as the eye could see, there was the direction where the Holy Spirit Sect team was located. A cold and chilling aura permeated the area, and countless gazes, like venomous snakes, swept over with malice and hostility.

Huo Yuhao turned slightly to the side, subtly avoiding the hostile gazes, but secretly remained vigilant.

He knew that these evil spirit masters were all ruthless and cunning, and that he had to be constantly vigilant to deal with any unexpected situations. Han Yu's gaze swept over everyone, and he said in a deep voice, "When we face the Holy Spirit Sect later, everyone must be careful and cautious, and not let their guard down."

"Victory or defeat is important, but your safety is of paramount importance." Yuan Gungun nodded solemnly, indicating that he understood. Although he was full of confidence in himself, he dared not be careless in the face of the unpredictable evil spirit master.

Those guys from the Holy Spirit Sect are masters of intrigue and ruthless methods; a single misstep could lead to utter ruin.

Thinking of this, Yuan Gungun clenched his fists and made a silent vow that he must not let Han Yu down, and even more so, he must not let his companions fall into danger.

Han Yu's gaze swept across everyone's faces, taking in every subtle change in their expressions, and a sense of worry rose in her heart.

He knew that his companions were all proud and ambitious, eager to prove themselves in the competition, but when facing evil spirit masters, blindly pursuing victory would only put them in danger.

He must make his teammates understand that the significance of this game lies not only in winning or losing, but also in protecting their comrades and upholding the justice and beliefs in their hearts.

After overnight repairs, the competition platform has been restored to its former glory and is even more sturdy than before.

To prepare for this highly anticipated semi-final, the Royal Soul Master Academy of the Sun Moon Empire spared no effort, not only recasting the surface of the competition stage but also thickening the steel plates and even strengthening and upgrading the defensive soul guide shield.

All of this was to prevent accidents during the competition and ensure the safety of the participants and spectators. Around the spacious competition venue, 20,000 fully armed soldiers of the Sun Moon Empire formed an impenetrable wall of steel, completely surrounding the area.

They wore silver-white armor, held sharp swords and spears, and their sharp eyes scanned their surroundings, not escaping the slightest movement.

The Sun Moon Empire's army is renowned for its strict discipline, and these soldiers are the elite of the elite. They are like silent guardians, protecting the order and dignity of the competition.

On the high platform, covered with soft golden silk, Xu Tianran, dressed in the crown prince's exclusive golden robes, sat regally in the center.

His handsome face exuded an innate nobility, and every gesture he made displayed royal majesty. However, a hint of sinister intent lurked in his deep eyes, making him unfathomable.

Behind him stood a neatly arranged array of civil and military officials, dressed in various magnificent official robes, their expressions solemn and respectful, their eyes fixed straight ahead, quietly awaiting the start of the competition.

To Xu Tianran's left stood the same mysterious Grand Preceptor, clad in a black robe with his face hidden beneath a hood. He exuded a powerful aura that was impossible to ignore, making people hesitant to approach him.

To Xu Tianran's right sat a beautiful and charming woman, none other than Xu Tianran's beloved concubine—Ju Zi. (End of Chapter)