Douluo Continent: Tonight, a Fairy Tale Descends

He might not even grow up before he's completely ruined, or even die unexpectedly.

A strong sense of fear and resentment welled up inside me.

Dai Mubai didn't want to die, nor did he want to be forever trampled under Davis's feet. The blood of the Star Luo royal family flowed in his veins; he too harbored ambitions, and he too wanted to sit on that supreme throne!

However, staying in Xingluo offers no way out.

A thought, like a flash of lightning in the darkness, instantly appeared in Dai Mubai's mind.

Leave Xingluo.

Yes, get out of here! Go somewhere Davis can't reach!

Head to the Heaven Dou Empire!

The Xingluo royal family has a long-standing tradition of selecting its heir through fierce competition.

His competition with Davis happened to be close to the Continental Elite Tournament for Advanced Soul Master Academies a few years later, so almost everyone assumed that this tournament would be the final stage for the two brothers to compete.

However, within the Star Luo Royal Academy, Dai Mubai simply couldn't compete with the deeply entrenched Davis in terms of networking and recruitment of truly top-tier geniuses.

He was outnumbered and unable to assemble a strong team to compete with Davis's team.

In order to find reliable teammates and build a team capable of defeating Davis, he must step outside the Star Luo Empire controlled by Davis and seek opportunities and help in a wider world.

The Heavenly Dou Empire is undoubtedly the best choice.

Moreover, his departure from Xingluo to Tiandou did not violate the rules of the royal competition.

This is part of the competition itself—seeking external forces to strengthen oneself.

His father, Emperor Dai Tianfeng of the Star Luo Empire, wouldn't say much about it, and might even be happy to see it happen, as long as the strongest successor can be chosen in the end.

Moreover, Heavenly Dou City has Ge Duo! That mysterious and powerful alchemist.

Since she chose to invest in me in the first place, wouldn't it be only natural for me to go and rely on her?

With her protection and resources, he could avoid Davis's sharp edge and develop in peace.

Once we're strong enough, we'll compete with Davis for everything!

Once the idea emerged, it quickly took root, spread, and became incredibly tempting.

Although escaping Xingluo City would be ridiculed, compared to the imminent danger of losing one's life, the distant risk seemed bearable.

He was fed up with this life of constant anxiety and being controlled at every turn.

He's going to fight in the heavens! He's going to find His Majesty Godot! He's going to become powerful and then pay back everything Davis has done to him, with interest!

As for when he would leave, Dai Mubai already had a plan in mind: the upcoming Continental Advanced Soul Master Tournament.

Chapter 187 Admission by Recommendation

The finals of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Tournament will be held in Wuhun City. All teams that have entered the finals will travel to Wuhun City.

Meanwhile, virtually all the major powers on the mainland will send people to watch the match.

Dai Mubai knew that Davis wouldn't let this opportunity to expand his prestige pass him by. Therefore, he would inevitably head to Spirit City, at which point Davis's attention would be diverted from here.

This was Dai Mubai's best opportunity.

This thought grew wildly in Dai Mubai's mind like weeds, dispelling the depression of the past few days and bringing a kind of almost morbid excitement.

He sat in the cold palace, his fingers unconsciously tapping the table, making a soft, rhythmic sound.

Outside the window was the bustling night view of Xingluo City, brightly lit, but those lights could not penetrate his room, nor could they penetrate his heart.

Previously, he could still gain some breathing space under Davis's nose by pretending to be a playboy.

But now, ever since he returned from Tiandou City and his strength began to rise abnormally, that pitiful little breathing space has been completely taken away.

Davis, like a shark that has smelled blood, relentlessly pursued him. The targeting within the academy, the withholding of resources, the increase in spies around him... all of this made it clear to him that Davis had come to see him as a threat that had to be eliminated.

If we stay any longer, we'll die.

This realization was both incredibly clear and incredibly cold.

He'd had enough. He'd had enough of this life of constant anxiety and having to read other people's faces. He'd had enough of Davis's arrogant demeanor, as if he could decide his life or death at any moment.

He has to leave. He must leave.

The Continental Advanced Soul Master Tournament is the best cover.

All eyes will be drawn to Spirit City, to the talented spirit masters and powerful teams. Who will care about him, the seemingly powerless third prince of the Star Luo royal family?

Then he can leave quietly and head straight for Tiandou City to find His Majesty Gedo.

Thinking of Ge Duo, Dai Mubai's heart raced. That mysterious and powerful woman was his only hope at the moment.

Since she chose to invest in him and give him those precious elixirs, it meant she believed in his potential. If I went to her for help, she would definitely accept me.

Once he reaches Heaven Dou City and receives Her Majesty Goddess's protection, he can escape Davis's shadow and cultivate in peace. With Goddess's elixirs and his own talent, his strength will undoubtedly increase rapidly. At that time…

A ruthless glint flashed in Dai Mubai's eyes.

He will definitely come back then and pay back everything Davis has done to him, with interest, at the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Tournament!

He wanted to watch Davis fall from grace and make him taste the humiliation and despair!

The turmoil within him made him abruptly stand up and pace back and forth in the room. He needed a plan, a meticulous plan, to ensure his safe departure from Xingluo City.

During the competition, when the teams set off, the attention of the city's defenses and various forces will be diverted, which is the opportune moment.

He needed to find a suitable reason to temporarily leave the group or create an alibi. Perhaps he could use the excuse that he had reached a crucial point in his cultivation and needed to meditate alone, or he could fabricate a mission…

The route must be planned carefully; official roads cannot be used, as they are easily tracked.

He needed to choose some secluded paths that led towards the Heavenly Dou Empire. Over the years, by feigning a life of luxury, he had made acquaintances with all sorts of people, and perhaps he could find a reliable person among them who could offer assistance.

There were also funds and supplies. He had to prepare enough travel expenses and cultivation resources in advance, without arousing anyone's suspicion.

As thoughts flashed through his mind, Dai Mubai's eyes grew brighter and colder.

This time, he cannot afford to fail again.

……

Meanwhile, the first team of the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy, which had been touring the continent for a long time to fight spirits, returned to Heavenly Dou City once again.

The long hours of continuous travel and intense combat have brought about a dramatic change in the team's character.

The boys and girls who were once somewhat naive have now shed their immaturity, their brows now bearing the marks of time and hardship, and their bodies radiating the subtle energy fluctuations of powerful beings.

Especially under Lin Wan's leadership, they almost swept aside all teams of the same level in the Great Soul Arena along the way, and never suffered a defeat.

This brilliant record not only honed their teamwork but also forged their unparalleled confidence.

The carriage rolled across the smooth stone-paved road of Tiandou City and finally stopped outside the grand gates of the Royal Academy.

The teacher in charge, Zhao An, was the first to jump off the carriage. Looking at the familiar college buildings in front of him, he could not hide the fatigue of the long journey.

"Alright, everyone go back and rest for a few days." Zhao An turned around and said to the team members who were getting off the bus one after another, his voice slightly hoarse.

"You've worked hard during this time. The academy has seen your growth."

Upon hearing this, the team members all showed relieved smiles, looked at each other, and could feel the powerful aura that had settled down around them.

Lin Wan was the last person to get off the bus.

He had grown considerably taller than when he left, and although he was still somewhat thin, he naturally exuded a chilling sense of oppression as he stood there.

His face was expressionless, only his sea-blue eyes flashed with a faint trace of emotion as they swept across the academy gate.

They're finally back.

The battles of the past year and more have not only honed my soul skills, but also transformed my mindset.

His soul power also reached level 50 during his travels. More importantly, he also gained a massive amount of reputation points through the system.

“Lin Wan.” Zhao An looked at him, his tone filled with undisguised admiration, and even a hint of awe.

A level 50 student at the age of fifteen—what does that even mean? He simply couldn't imagine it.

"Go back and get some rest. The competition is just around the corner. Although we have secured a spot and can directly enter the finals, our opponents will only get stronger."

Lin Wan nodded in response.

In the Continental Advanced Soul Master Tournament, both the Heaven Dou Empire and the Star Luo Empire have one guaranteed spot in the finals.

As for the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, this spot naturally went to the Heaven Dou Royal Team One, where Lin Wan was.

This is both an honor and a pressure.

This means they don't need to participate in the preliminaries and qualifying rounds; they can go directly to Wuhun City to compete for the final championship against the most outstanding young soul masters on the entire continent.

But it also means that they lost the opportunity to gel as a team and observe potential opponents in the early stages of the competition.

"I know." Lin Wan's voice was flat, revealing no emotion.

Looking at his composure, which far exceeded his age, Zhao An felt his last bit of worry disappear.

With this monster around, Team Tiandou is destined to create a huge stir on the stage of the Continental Finals.

Chapter 188 Arranged Marriage and Fear

"Everyone, you can disperse now. We'll let the academy know the exact time for us to meet up," Zhao An waved his hand.

The team members dispersed, and the atmosphere was lively.

Yu Tianqing walked to Lin Wan's side. He was now even taller and stronger, and had reached the Soul Master level. He patted Lin Wan's shoulder forcefully and laughed, "Two years have passed, and you're finally back! You're becoming more and more unpredictable."

He could sense the unfathomable aura emanating from Lin Wan, and could only admire her.

Ning Zetian also looked over, his demeanor becoming increasingly composed, and his soul power also reaching the Soul Master level. He nodded slightly: "It's good that you're back."

Lin Wan looked at her two teammates and gave a faint smile: "Okay, I'll head back now."

Watching Lin Wan's departing figure, Ning Zetian murmured, "Level 50... How did he cultivate to that level?"

Yu Tianqing grinned: "Don't compare yourself to him, that guy is inhuman. Just let him hold the line during the competition."

Ning Zetian shook his head helplessly, watching Lin Wan's departing figure, unable to describe the feeling in his heart.

Having such a teammate provides a great sense of security, but also puts immense pressure on you.