Douluo Continent: I got the Sharingan at the start!

"Hmph, if it weren't for the Sun Moon Empire's royal family, what right would the mere Aodu Chamber of Commerce and the Ordinary Alliance have to stand on equal footing with our Holy Spirit Church?"

The Third Elder snorted coldly, his words full of disdain, "These two organizations are nothing more than a gathering of merchants and a loose alliance of rogue cultivators. In terms of foundation and strength, which one of them can compare to our Holy Spirit Sect?"

He paused, his gaze sweeping over the surroundings, and lowered his voice slightly, "On the surface, this competition is for selecting talent, but in reality, it is a major event concerning the future distribution of benefits among the Soul Masters in the Sun Moon Empire. The Sect Leader attaches great importance to this matter and has specifically instructed us to act in accordance with the rules and not to act rashly."

"However..." The Third Elder's lips curled into a playful smile, "The Vice Sect Leader is always flexible in his actions. A slight adjustment in some areas should not be a big deal."

His gaze was fixed intently on the distant competition stage, a hint of coldness in his voice, "I want to see if those people they've recruited will truly choose to become enemies of our Holy Spirit Cult for their sake!"

As soon as the Third Elder finished speaking, he nodded slightly, his smile widening, clearly full of anticipation for the upcoming show.

Han Yu stood to the side, his gaze seemingly calm and unwavering, yet he took in everything around him. Nangong Wan had told him earlier that high-ranking members of the Holy Spirit Cult would be arriving later, which surprised him somewhat, but also secretly pleased him.

Surprisingly, the Holy Spirit Cult attached great importance to this competition, with even its high-ranking members coming in person, demonstrating its ambition to control the Soul Master world of the Sun Moon Empire.

The good news is that the Holy Spirit Church's investment of so much energy in this competition will inevitably lead to a relaxation of their defenses in other areas, which is undoubtedly a golden opportunity for them.

"Looks like we're in for a lot of work..." Han Yu thought to herself, her eyes gleaming with an inexplicable light.

At this point, it seemed that all three participants had arrived.

A staff member quickly walked up to Nangong Wan, asked a few questions in a low voice, and after receiving an affirmative answer, turned and left.

The next moment, the lights in the arena suddenly dimmed, and everyone's attention was drawn to the competition stage.

A man dressed in a magnificent bright red suit slowly walked onto the stage amidst the attention of the crowd.

He was tall and handsome, with meticulously combed golden hair and captivating eyes that seemed to hold boundless charm, making people unable to help but feel fond of him.

"Hello everyone, I am Lu Qi, the host of the final round of this competition." The man's voice was clear and magnetic, and coupled with his handsome appearance, it was easy to make people feel good about him.

However, Han Yu immediately used her mental detection to scan the host and found that he was just an ordinary person with no soul power fluctuations.

"Today is the final round of our Mingdu Soul Mentor Elite Competition..." The host Lu Qi's voice echoed in the arena, opening the highly anticipated competition.

"All nine participants were selected by the Ordinary Alliance, the Aodu Chamber of Commerce, and the Xishui Alliance respectively..."

"I believe that all viewers are already quite familiar with the information of these nine contestants..."

I won't go into detail...

"Next, please welcome the three presidents of the organizers of this competition, the Ordinary Alliance, the Aodu Chamber of Commerce, and the Xishui Alliance, to the stage to give their speeches!"

A tense atmosphere permeated the rest area of ​​the Xi Shui Alliance below the stage. Nangong Wan sat there, his face so gloomy it seemed as if water could drip from it.

He clenched his fists so tightly that his knuckles turned slightly white from the force. "You're courting death!"

Nangong Wan gritted his teeth and squeezed out these words, his tone filled with disdain and anger.

He suddenly stood up, his tall figure casting a shadow, and then strode towards the stage.

The Third Elder sitting next to him also let out a cold laugh, saying in a sarcastic tone, "This little thing from the Ordinary Alliance actually plays this kind of ranking trick, he really doesn't know what he's getting himself into!"

"Do you really think the Ordinary Alliance can protect him?" Upon hearing this, Han Yu and her companions suddenly realized that Nangong Wan's anger stemmed from the fact that the host had placed the Xishui Alliance last when announcing the list of contestants.

"The Ordinary Alliance controls the sex industry in Mingdu, so it's not surprising that they have such a talented host," Han Yu thought to herself.

However, the host has behaved fairly properly since his appearance and has not done anything out of line.

"It seems that the arrogant and self-centered thinking of evil spirit masters cannot be viewed through the lens of ordinary people."

Han Yu sighed inwardly. Nangong Wan did not deliberately release his soul power. He walked up the steps one by one, each step seemingly stepping on the hearts of everyone present, carrying an invisible sense of oppression.

At the same time, two other figures walked onto the stage from different directions. The one from the Aodu Chamber of Commerce was a middle-aged man, around forty years old, wearing a magnificent purple cloak, with a dignified appearance and an air of authority in every gesture.

Judging by appearance alone, it would be hard to imagine that such a person is actually the leader of an underground force that controls all the thieves and assassins in Mingdu.

He looked more like a high-ranking court official. The middle-aged man walked with a steady and powerful gait, his eyes bright and piercing, gleaming with shrewdness.

Judging from the fluctuations in soul power he sensed, Han Yu determined that this person's cultivation was at least at the level of an eight-ring Soul Douluo, but he had deliberately suppressed his aura, so he probably hadn't reached the level of a Title Douluo yet.

Compared to the imposing middle-aged man from the Aodu Chamber of Commerce, the representative sent by the Pingfan Alliance was more eye-catching.

She was a woman dressed in a long, bright red dress. She was tall and had a curvaceous figure. Her skin was as white as snow, and her long chestnut hair was piled up in an exquisite bun, swaying gently with her steps.

She walked with a swaying gait, graceful and charming, yet her face held an expression of sanctity. She was truly a combination of allure and purity, an enchanting beauty that could captivate the soul.

Her waist was slender and delicate, her breasts were full and firm, and her hips were round and full. With each step she took, it was like a surging wave, with her breasts rolling, exuding an irresistible allure.

As soon as she stepped onto the stage, countless men stared wide-eyed, their throats went dry, and they couldn't help but swallow hard.

Mingdu, this ancient and prosperous city, is now even more bustling and vibrant because of the Mingdu Soul Master Elite Competition.

As a participant, Han Yu was naturally well aware of the forces behind this competition. His gaze swept across the viewing platform, where three influential figures sat, representing the three major forces of the Mingdu underworld.

The first thing that catches the eye is a middle-aged man wearing a purple cloak. He sits there, exuding an air of authority and authority.

He was An Litong, the president of the Aodu Chamber of Commerce, a ruthless tycoon who controlled the economic lifeline of Mingdu. Behind him stood the powerful military force of the Sun Moon Empire, providing him with an unbreakable shield.

Opposite An Litong was a woman of striking beauty.

She wore a gorgeous long dress, her figure was exquisite, and her face was delicate, as if time had not left any trace on her face.

Her eyes, shifting and turning, held a hint of allure and a touch of sharpness, making her unfathomable. She was none other than Shangguan Wei'er, the leader of the Mingdu pornography industry and the Ordinary Alliance.

Han Yu had heard Chen An mention this legendary woman before. It was said that she was highly skilled and ruthless, and countless princes and nobles had fallen at her feet.

What truly shocked Han Yu was that Shangguan Wei'er had been the leader of the Ordinary Alliance forty years ago, and her true age and unfathomable cultivation level remained a mystery to this day.

Compared to these two, Nangong Wan, sitting on the other side, appeared somewhat low-key. He wore a long black robe, had a cold and stern face, and sharp eyes like a hawk, exuding a faint sense of oppression.

He is the leader of the Xishui Alliance, and on the surface, he represents the interests of the Sun Moon Empire's royal family. This is also the reason why the Xishui Alliance is able to occupy a dominant position among the three major forces.

However, Han Yu knew that the structure of Mingdu's underworld was far more complex than it appeared on the surface.

The Audu Chamber of Commerce and the Ordinary Alliance represent a powerful economic force and a large noble class, which even the royal family dares not easily provoke.

Although the Xishui Alliance is powerful, it has always had intricate connections with evil soul masters, which has become their biggest hidden danger.

The three major powers cooperate with each other while also checking and balancing each other, maintaining a delicate balance.

On the surface, this Mingdu Soul Mentor Elite Competition is meant to attract tourists and generate gambling revenue, but in reality, it is a stage for the three major powers to reshuffle the power structure.

The Xishui Alliance wants to take this opportunity to further consolidate its position, while the Aodu Chamber of Commerce and the Pingfan Alliance are showing signs of joining forces to oppose it.

This match was less a contest between Soul Masters and more a game of strategy between three major forces.

The key to victory or defeat lies not only in the strength of the participants, but also in the power struggles between the forces behind them.

Han Yu took a deep breath. He knew that this match was far more complicated than he had imagined. Countless eyes were watching the match from the shadows, and any slight movement could cause huge waves.

As for what the biggest benefit of this competition is for these three underground forces?

Only the true leaders of the three major underground forces knew about it.

That is to control the smuggling of rare metals.

At the national level of the Sun Moon Empire, the buying and selling of rare metals is strictly prohibited, which is why their prices remain high.

This can be attributed to the deliberate control of the Sun and Moon Empire.

In this context, rare metal smuggling became an extremely lucrative way to make money.

This money cannot be earned openly, and the amount of rare metals used for smuggling must not be too large.

But it is essential to earn money.

Royal family, military, nobles—who wouldn't want a piece of this huge pie?

They've always done it this way before.

However, as time went on, when Crown Prince Xu Tianran came to power, he immediately discovered this long-standing and sordid affair.

The chaos caused by the smuggling by three parties resulted in a loss of rare metals far exceeding what the Sun Moon Empire wanted to control.

Enraged, Xu Tianran finally resolved to change things.

Completely banning it is obviously impossible; the more it is suppressed, the stronger the backlash will be. Moreover, he has not yet ascended the throne, so he naturally dares not offend the military and the nobles too much.

After careful consideration, the Crown Prince initiated this reshuffling of the underground forces.

Whoever wins this competition will gain exclusive control over the rare metal smuggling operation.

Of course, this party also had to hand over all the underground territory it originally controlled and distribute it to the other two parties. This was considered as fair as possible.

Compared to other industries, the exorbitant profits from smuggling rare metals are simply too tempting.

All three sides fought fiercely for every inch of ground. That's why this competition resulted in such a generous reward.

Of course, all of this was done in secret.

Not only was Han Yu unaware, but all the participating Soul Masters, including Huang Zheng, the disciple of the Third Elder, were also unaware.

For Xu Tianran, this was a chance to regain control of the underground forces, and smuggling rare metals was something he absolutely had to keep under control.

How to capture him? Naturally, through the Evening Water Alliance, or more precisely, through the Holy Spirit Cult. We are determined to succeed!

The host, Lu Qi, stood to the side with a broad smile, elegantly gesturing for the three leaders of the underground forces to be led to the center of the stage. Flashbulbs went off wildly, capturing this rare spectacle.

"Ladies and gentlemen," Lucci's voice boomed with passion, "after months of thrilling competition, we have finally arrived at the final round of this tournament!"

Thunderous applause and cheers erupted from the audience, pushing the atmosphere to a climax.

Lu Qi gestured for everyone to quiet down and continued, "Before the final officially begins, we are honored to have three representatives from the organizers give us a speech!"

First, let's give a warm round of applause to welcome Mr. Nangong Wan, the leader of the Xishui Alliance!

Nangong Wan strode forward with steady steps. He wore a long black robe embroidered with golden water patterns, which made him look noble and dignified.

He nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping across the room, a faint smile playing on his lips.

Although he was filled with murderous intent towards Lucci, he maintained perfect composure at this moment.

"Distinguished guests, friends," Nangong Wan's voice was deep and powerful, "I am very pleased to be standing here today and witness the closing of this grand event with you all."

He paused for a moment, then continued, "This competition is jointly organized by our Xishui Alliance, the Aodu Chamber of Commerce, and the War Soul Hall. Its aim is to select the most outstanding Soul Master talents for the Empire, and at the same time, to provide a platform for Soul Masters to learn from and exchange ideas."

"So far, the competition has been a great success, producing a large number of talented young people and making a remarkable contribution to the Empire's gambling industry." (End of Chapter)