Douluo Continent, Huo Yuhao who returned from Sekiro

Chapter 313 Unable to Let Go (8K, writer's block)

After Jiang Nannan went on stage, she stood to the side. Xu Sanshi followed her onto the stage, but to Jiang Nannan's surprise, he didn't greet her or say anything. He just stood in front of her naturally.

Jiang Nannan looked at Xu Sanshi, who had broad shoulders, and her gaze momentarily froze. At this moment, he seemed to have changed, becoming full of masculine energy and possessing an incomprehensible strong confidence.

Without releasing a single trace of soul power, Xu Sanshi gave off the feeling of a giant, luminous being, like a volcano poised to erupt at any moment.

What's wrong with him? Is it because of me?

Jiang Nannan was surprised to find that such a thought had actually arisen in her mind. She quickly shook her head vigorously to clear her mind of the distracting thoughts.

Looking at Xu Sanshi in front of her, she felt that, at least in his current state, he wasn't as annoying as she usually was.

If it weren't for that... perhaps I really would have been attracted to him?

Jiang Nannan stopped thinking about what had happened. She and Xu Sanshi were now even. She had no resentment towards Xu Sanshi. Her mother was seriously ill back then, and she needed his help. Although there were some unexpected events, they were not Xu Sanshi's intentional actions.

However, despite this, Jiang Nannan still didn't want to recall that past event; she couldn't let it go, nor did she need to.

Life is already very good now. She does odd jobs for Aunt Huo after school, which is enough to cover her tuition and living expenses. She can also send some of the money she earns back home. Jiang Nannan is grateful for this stable life.

Just as Jiang Nannan was lost in thought, the first two-on-two team members from Zhengtian Academy took to the field.

The two opponents who came up were male Soul Masters.

Jiang Nannan's title as the number one beauty of Shrek Academy's outer courtyard is indeed well-deserved. Both male students from Zhengtian Academy couldn't help but first turn their attention to Jiang Nannan.

Xu Sanshi said in a deep voice, "Xu Sanshi. She is Jiang Nannan."

Two-on-two battles are different from team battles. In team battles, both sides prioritize teamwork, and there's at least a chance to identify each other. Wang Yan had described each opponent to them, but since they hadn't met them or paid attention to them, it wasn't easy for them to make connections. Signing up was to see which of the opponents Wang Yan had mentioned would be their first match.

The young team member from Zhengtian Academy said, "My name is Yang Yifan."

"Blood Wolf".

Upon hearing these two names, a hint of regret flashed in the eyes of both Xu Sanshi and Jiang Nannan. It seemed that Lady Luck was asleep today, at least not giving Shrek Academy a second glance.

With the Xuanming Replacement combined with the Invincible Golden Body and Waist Bow, the first attack has the potential to suffocate two Soul Kings. As long as Xu Sanshi takes care of one Soul King immediately, the remaining Soul King will have a hard time dealing with the combination of Jiang Nannan and Xu Sanshi.

Even if the opponent only sends one Soul King, that would be good. In that case, the pressure on the others in the next two matches would be much less.

Fortunately, this way they can at least secure a point, which is a stroke of luck amidst misfortune.

Wang Yan, sitting below the stage, immediately discerned Zheng Tian Academy's intentions. They had no other thought than to have a head-on fight with Huo Yuhao and witness the abilities of a Soul Saint. They were judging a gentleman by their own petty standards.

Wang Yan couldn't help but cover his forehead. There really was such a team in the world, a team that was determined to chase after the Soul Saint no matter what, a team that wanted to fight head-on.

After the two sides had introduced themselves, the referee said in a deep voice, "Both sides step back, get ready."

Both sides retreated simultaneously. Whether it's a team battle, an individual battle, or a duo battle, maintaining distance is essential. This allows all types of Soul Masters to perform more effectively.

As Xu Sanshi retreated, he whispered to Jiang Nannan, "Nannan, I'll create opportunities for you. As long as we take down that Blood Wolf, we'll win."

"You don't need to worry about the other one; I'll make sure he doesn't have a chance to attack you. But you have to wait until I tell you to go all out before you make your move. Until then, it's all up to me."

"Mm." After all, she had to cooperate with the competition, so no matter how much Jiang Nannan disliked Xu Sanshi, she couldn't show it at this time and gave a low reply.

Xu Sanshi was overjoyed. Perhaps because he was usually scolded so much, Jiang Nannan's rare gentleness made him feel a little itchy.

Both players had reached the edge of the playing area when the referee shouted, "Begin!"

Undoubtedly, releasing one's Martial Soul was key. Both sides completed this process in an instant. This time, Xu Sanshi showed no signs of laziness, wielding the Xuanming Tortoise Shell Shield and charging towards the opposite side. Jiang Nannan, meanwhile, flashed forward, her long legs lightly springing, following behind him.

Although Xu Sanshi's muscles weren't as bulky as Jie Chu's, they were still quite robust for his age. Jiang Nannan was hidden behind him, so she couldn't see him at all from the front.

On the other side, Yang Yifan and Blood Wolf also released their martial souls. Yang Yifan's martial soul was a long dagger. Despite his tall stature, he was actually an agility-type battle soul master. He flashed to the side and dodged away.

Blood Wolf roared and charged forward with lightning speed, his body undergoing a dramatic transformation as he charged.

Its silver-gray fur grew wildly, and its muscles and bones were increasing in size at an astonishing rate. The most significant change was in its head, which protruded with a protruding mouth and exposed fangs. Its legs became exceptionally thick, and its hands transformed into sharp claws. Its first spirit ring was already flashing with light.

Blood Wolf's martial soul is the wolf, the Soul Wolf. The martial soul itself isn't particularly strong; the reason he was selected for the Zheng Tian Academy team is because his martial soul is imbued with several incredibly powerful soul skills.

For example, the first soul skill he just used is called "Wolf Transformation".

For Beast Soul Masters, the greater the physical transformation when activating their Martial Soul, and the closer it resembles their own Martial Soul, the stronger their abilities become. His wolf transformation is a skill that amplifies himself. Its amplification effect is similar to a weakened version of Dai Yueheng's White Tiger Vajra Transformation.

After being released, it grants the Blood Wolf a comprehensive boost in speed, strength, and soul power. Its combat strength increases dramatically.

Blood Wolf is an agility-based attacker, but after using Wolf Transformation, it can, to some extent, go toe-to-toe with power-based attackers.

Blood Wolf and Yang Yifan coordinated extremely well; almost at the same time Blood Wolf arrived from the front, Yang Yifan's dagger also appeared from the side.

Both are agility-based attackers, synchronized and in sync, and their soul skills are released simultaneously.

Yang Yifan's attack was formidable; as an agility-type battle spirit master, his offensive power was his greatest strength. A dagger over a foot long, accompanied by the flash of his second spirit ring, unleashed a two-foot-long sword beam, striking Xu Sanshi's ribs with lightning speed.

(End of this chapter)