With the outcome decided, the situation in the arena became clear. The eight members of the Tiandou Royal Team regrouped, while the Spirit Hall team,Zhang Ping, Li Kai, Sun Chuantao, Xu Yu,helped the severely injured Huliena to her feet. Xie Yue and Yan retreated to the side of the Pope's Hall.
After treatment by Ning Fengzhi, Xie Yue and Yan, though weak, had regained consciousness. Only Huliena remained unconscious, as Ning Fengzhi could not heal the mental trauma she had suffered.
Their feelings were a mix of unwillingness and fear. Unwillingness because they had lost, and fear because they had witnessed true power.
Wang Li and Dugu Yan had defeated the Golden Generation with overwhelming strength, forcing even Pope Bibi Dong to admit defeat voluntarily,an unprecedented event.
At this moment, there was no doubt that Wang Li was chosen to represent the team and claim the champion's prize.
Wang Li approached the Pope's Hall. Bibi Dong personally came out and retrieved a brocade box. Inside the box were the three soul bones she had previously displayed.
Handing the box to Wang Li, even Bibi Dong could not resist speaking:
"Wang Li, your performance in the arena truly astonished me. Would you be willing to join the Spirit Hall? I can decide on the spot to give you treatment comparable to that of a Red Priest at the level of a Soul Saint. In the future, there will certainly be a place for you among the Elders."
Holding the box, Wang Li glanced at the beautiful Pope before him. He knew that his next words could determine Spirit Hall's future attitude toward him. He bowed and said:
"Thank you for your kindness, Your Holiness. However, you know that my grandfather is a guest official of the Tiandou Empire. Moreover, I am very close to the Tiandou Crown Prince and have received a token from him. No matter what, I cannot join the Spirit Hall at this time. Please understand."
"Is that so…"
Pope Bibi Dong was momentarily stunned, then turned to look at Xue Qinghe, the Tiandou Empire representative, who was naturally present at the scene.
Meeting Bibi Dong's gaze, Xue Qinghe maintained a polite smile, elegant and courteous, yet his eyes hinted at deeper meaning.
After a moment, Bibi Dong regained her composure. Remaining unmoved, she spoke the formal words expected of a Spirit Hall Pope:
"Very well, I will not insist further. Wang Li, I see the future of the Soul Master world in you. I hope you train diligently and become a great master one day."
Bibi Dong had no idea what kind of monster stood before her. Wang Li smiled confidently and replied:
"Thank you, Your Holiness. I will train diligently and become a great master as soon as possible."
After speaking, Wang Li carried the brocade box back to his team.
Along the way, countless envious eyes followed him. After all, these were soul bones, and one of the three was over fifty thousand years old,a treasure capable of shaking the Soul Master world if it were exposed.
Soon, Dugu Bo appeared, descending gracefully. With the power of a titled Douluo, he escorted Wang Li for protection.
Back with the team, the other members of the Tiandou team watched Wang Li, as the soul bones were immensely attractive to them as well.
Wang Li looked at his teammates and opened the brocade box in front of them, distributing the soul bones with ease:
"Three soul bones. This Wisdom Skull of Spiritual Condensation will go to me and Sister Yan."
With that, Wang Li handed the Wisdom Skull to Dugu Yan.
No one objected. After all, Huliena, Xie Yue, and Yan of the Golden Generation had been defeated by Wang Li and Dugu Yan.
He continued:
"The Exploding Burning Flame Right Arm goes to Senior Brother Yu Tianheng. Though it is not the ideal Thunder Attribute soul bone, for a Fire-Attribute soul master, it will still be very useful."
He then handed the flame arm to Yu Tianheng, who, as a direct disciple of the Blue Electric Tyrannosaurus Sect, considered it extremely valuable.
Yu Tianheng held the soul bone and said seriously:
"Wang Li, I will always remember this favor. You are welcome at the Blue Electric Tyrannosaurus Sect anytime."
Wang Li smiled, unfazed. With his and Dugu Yan's strength, these three soul bones were like gifts,they did not cause him any regret.
He continued:
"The Gale-Speed Left Leg goes to Osro, as a fast and agile soul master who relies on her legs. This soul bone suits you best."
Wang Li handed the soul bone and the box to Osro, who was shocked to receive a share. She took the box, trembling with excitement.
After distributing all the soul bones, Wang Li addressed the remaining team members:
"Though I wish I could give everyone a soul bone, it is clearly unrealistic."
Yu Feng, Shimo, Shimo, and Ye Lingling understood and reluctantly nodded, despite their desire.
Wang Li then told Yu Tianheng and Osro:
"Absorb your soul bones at an appropriate time. On the way back, do not go out alone. Even in Tiandou City, train steadily for the next few years."
Yu Tianheng and Osro understood immediately. Soul bones, as treasures of Soul Masters, brought opportunities but also risks.
As a teammate, Wang Li had already been considerate. He would not accompany the others back himself.
He then turned to Xue Qinghe. Wang Li was a courteous man and would not simply discard the soul bones, especially in front of Bibi Dong.
He said loudly and respectfully:
"Your Highness, I have not failed you. We have won the championship of the Advanced Soul Master Tournament for the entire continent, making the title belong to Tiandou!"
Xue Qinghe was extremely satisfied,first that Wang Li had defeated the Golden Generation, and second that he had behaved well in front of Bibi Dong.
Wang Li's calm, unwavering demeanor made Xue Qinghe trust him completely. It was only a matter of time before Wang Li fully fell under his command.
Xue Qinghe, confident in his approach, said warmly:
"Wang Li, you performed excellently, winning the championship and honor for Tiandou. When we return, I will report to His Majesty, and you will receive great rewards."
Wang Li replied gratefully:
"Thank you, Your Highness. But let's wait until we return to discuss rewards. We performed extremely well and secured the best soul bone."
"Some may take risks. Therefore, my grandfather will escort Sister Yan and me first; we will not return with the others."
Xue Qinghe frowned. Wang Li's caution was reasonable. This was Spirit City, Bibi Dong's territory, and Wang Li could not reveal his identity. Having Dugu Bo escort them first was the safest choice.
He nodded and said:
"Indeed. With Your Highness's protection, you will be safer. We will meet again in Tiandou City."
Wang Li saluted and then told Qin Ming and the others:
"Teacher Qin, everyone, see you again in Tiandou City in a while."
Qin Ming and the Tiandou team heard the conversation and bid farewell to Wang Li and Dugu Yan.
Wang Li and Dugu Yan then left with Dugu Bo.
At the Pope's Hall, Bai Yi Yue stepped forward slightly, bowing, and using soul power to produce a voice line:
"Your Holiness, should the Old Ghost and I go out for a while?"
Bibi Dong glanced and noticed Xue Qinghe's look, paused briefly, then shook her head ever so slightly.
She then looked at the unconscious Huliena and the weak Xie Yue and Yan, her calm voice carrying authority:
"Heal them first, then let them come to see me. It seems the training was insufficient. Elder Ju, you are responsible for today's defeat. The subsequent punishment and training will still be handled by you."
With that, Bibi Dong turned and left, leaving only a noble and elegant back.
Bai Yi Yue gritted his teeth in anger. He could not be angry at Bibi Dong, so he was angry at Dugu Bo. His strength had improved greatly, yet he had trained two monsters who easily defeated the Golden Generation he had instructed.
The Golden Generation,Huliena, Xie Yue, Yan,they were not weak. Their soul power was around levels 53 to 54. Under Bai Yi Yue's rigorous training, their potential had been nearly maximized, and without medicinal baths, their foundations might have been damaged.
Yet they were still utterly defeated.
Thus ended this Advanced Soul Master Tournament for the entire continent, an event that was truly shocking.
Previously, battles were between Soul Lords and Soul Masters. This time, it was a Soul King-level conflict, raising the intensity to another level.
All participants felt overshadowed. Members of every academy and team left with mixed emotions to recuperate.
The Tiandou Royal Team stayed under Qin Ming's protection. Yu Tianheng and Osro began absorbing their soul bones, taking precautions to avoid attention.
Meanwhile, Dugu Bo flew low with Wang Li and Dugu Yan, moving quickly and almost silently.
Dugu Bo marveled:
"Three soul bones. Spirit Hall is generous this time, probably prepared for the Golden Generation. You two just got lucky."
He added:
"By the way, Xiao Li, you just gave away two soul bones so generously?"
Wang Li laughed:
"They were not compatible. Wasting a soul bone would only provide minimal improvement. It's not worth it."
"The best soul bone has already been taken by us. After absorbing the Wisdom Skull of Spiritual Condensation, Sister Yan's mental power will greatly increase. Coupled with two divine herbs enhancing her body, her next soul ring can exceed its age limit."
"One by one, accumulating soul rings that exceed their age limit, by the eighth or ninth ring, she could even absorb a 100,000-year soul ring. This would create a soul ring configuration capable of astonishing the entire continent."
Dugu Bo and Dugu Yan were shocked. No one had dared attempt 100,000-year soul rings at level 80.
But Wang Li's plan made sense. One skull and two divine herbs, absorbing each soul ring beyond its age limit,by level 80, absorbing a 100,000-year soul ring might be possible.
Dugu Bo thought for a long time and said seriously:
"The future can wait. If Sister Yan can absorb a 100,000-year soul ring, I will find a way to hunt a 100,000-year soul beast."
That night, in the Star Dou Great Forest, inside a mountain cave, Dugu Bo drove out its former occupant and settled in:
"Tonight we stay here. Sister Yan, absorb your soul bone. A head soul bone over fifty thousand years old will greatly increase your power."
Dugu Yan replied:
"Yes, Grandfather!"
She took the skull from her soul storage device, sat cross-legged, placed it on her head, and infused her soul power into it. The soul bone gradually transformed into flowing light and merged into her body.
A cool sensation spread through her mind. Her mental power grew rapidly, enhancing her perception, calculation, resilience, and overall robustness.
Outside, Wang Li found a spot to sit and said:
"Grandfather, I'll train as well. I felt I was just short of level 60 soul power. I hoped to break through from the pressure of fighting the Golden Generation, but it was too disappointing."
"Since that didn't work, I'll attempt to breakthrough on my own. In this forest, I can break through and then seek the plants and soul beasts needed for the sixth soul ring."
Dugu Bo, astonished, praised:
"Xiao Li, you're just over fourteen, not even fifteen. At this age, attempting to become a Soul Emperor is unprecedented. No one on the continent is younger than you at this level."
"If I had such talent back then, I might now be a 97- or 98-level Super Douluo."
Wang Li smiled:
"Grandfather, I've consumed more than one divine herb. Now that I even have a domain, it's natural to break through faster."
He then activated the Blue Silver Domain, using it to unify the Blue Silver Grass and release a little life energy, drawing all energy from Blue Silver Grass within a kilometer radius into himself.
Entering his training state, the cultivation method he used had high consumption but fast improvement. With the domain, the drawback of high consumption was completely offset.
Using the Blue Silver Grass to replenish energy, Wang Li could now train rapidly without any loss, as if the method were tailor-made for him.
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