The Legend of the Dragon King - Chapter 650

Chapter 650: Round-Robin Match

The Continental Young High-Ranking Soul Masters Elite Competition continued . The competition became more exciting when it entered the round-robin stage . An increasing number of powerhouses were fighting against one another . There were more interesting fights as compared to the earlier matches . The confrontation match between Monster Academy and Shrek Academy became the public's favorite topic of conversation .

A majority of the public neglected the age disparity between the two groups . They were only aware that Long Yue's power was incomparable even with Shrek Academy considered!

Reality seemed to prove its point . Ye Xinglan from Shrek Academy chose to abandon the one-on-one and two-on-two matches . She only appeared later in the round-robin group match .

There were only three people remaining in the one-on-one match from Shrek Academy . They were Tang Wulin, Xie Xie, and Yuanen Yehui . There were only two contestants remaining from the initial four in the two-on-two match due to Yue Zhengyu who was severely injured and Ye Xinglan who pulled out of the competition .

Fortunately, the following round-robin matches were easygoing for them . They did not meet with any powerful opponents .

Monster Academy, on the other hand, was represented by Dai Yueyan, Dai Yun'er, and two other contestants in the one-on-one matches other than Long Yue . The five of them were advancing without a hitch in the round-robin matches .

Ten days later, the round-robin matches ended . All the remaining contestants from Monster Academy and Shrek Academy entered the finals . The elimination matches were about to begin . Each and every victory and defeat would affect all the participating groups' final ranking . There was no turning back in the single elimination round . Everyone participating in the finals felt a tremendous stress .

The individual matches would determine the final sixty-four, while the two-on-two matches would determine the final thirty-two . There would only be sixteen teams that entered the final stage of the group matches . Finally, there would only be one champion at the end of the competition .

The elimination round was different from the previous matches . The elimination round would not be carried out alternately, but the one-on-one matches would be carried out first to determine the champion . After that, the two-on-two matches would commence, followed by the final group matches .

Such an arrangement was made because many of the powerful contestants were participating in a number of matches . Moreover, the arrangement was to ensure the competition was carried out fairly while allowing the contestants to display their ultimate powers in the competition .

The final sixty-four matches were carried out by drawing lots . Each team's strongest contestant would become the top seed to be given the priority to draw lots in the first round .

Tang Wulin was not top in his team because he withdrew from the match between him and Dai Yueyan . He had secured a place to compete later . His exploit made Star Luo Empire's denizens mocked Shrek's squad even more .

However, Tang Wulin remained unencumbered by it . He was still as determined as ever .

The night came . In the Grand Star Luo Hotel .

"The final stage of the competition begins tomorrow . The name list has already been published . Everyone must devote their effort to the competition . At the same time, you must also take care of your safety," Tang Wulin spoke to Yuanen Yehui and Xie Xie .

Gu Yue, Xu Xiaoyan, and Yue Zhengyu were in the room too . Meanwhile, Xu Lizhi was assisting Ye Xinglan in producing the battle armors .

Yue Zhengyu had already recovered . However, his fractures required a longer period to completely heal . He had missed the two-on-two match, but he could still compete in the final stage of the group match later on .

Yue Zhengyu's emotion seemed to have changed after the battle with Long Yue . He was not depressed but he appeared more profound .

Tang Wulin was sitting and appeared calm with his essence retracted . He was exuding a rock solid, lofty sensation . He was behaving more like a captain following his power's elevation .

Xie Xie had seen the name list earlier . "What a waste that we're not fighting against Monster Academy's students, otherwise I'll kill them!" There were two other Agility-type contestants participating in the one-on-one match from Monster Academy . Xie Xie had anticipated fighting them .

Tang Wulin advised Yuanen . "Be careful tomorrow . "

Yuanen Yehui had the worst luck in drawing lots for the first round of the finals . She was going to fight one of the Agility-type soul masters from Monster Academy .

Tang Wulin's opponent was considerably good but was just an ordinary soul master .

"Hmm!" Yuanen Yehui answered, "I've observed his fight before . I'll devote my every effort to fight him . "

The competition was coming to the final stage . They could not avoid meeting their contenders from Monster Academy, so it appeared that their moment of truth had finally arrived .

Tang Wulin announced, "I've made my observations earlier too . Let's discuss the ploy of our battle tactics . Everyone will benefit from a mutual discussion . "

Gu Yue stood on the side . She appeared a little distracted as she watched Tang Wulin helped Yuanen Yehui to analyze the opponent and strategize Yuanen Yehui's battle tactics in all seriousness .

Xu Xiaoyan nudged Gu Yue who was standing by her side . "Sister Yue, what's going on with you recently? You seem a little distracted these days . Did you quarrel with the captain? Everyone is busy cultivating, so I bet the both of you don't even have time to quarrel, no?"

Gu Yue rolled her eyes . "Pay attention . This is the time for us to retaliate against our powerful enemy since we share a common dislike for our enemy . "

Xu Xiaoyan giggled . "Actually, we're already doing very well at our level . This competition is getting lopsided . The academy won't blame us if we lose, only our appraisal will be different . Have you not noticed that Elder Cai and Teacher Wu have not shown up at all? I think they're doing that intentionally to test us!"

Gu Yue glanced at her . "You have a clear understanding, don't you? Even so, we need to do our best to achieve victory . "

Xu Xiaoyan pouted her lips and replied, "Certainly . I'm only saying that everyone has changed . Zhengyu has become introverted after he lost the match . He has been cultivating everyday despite his injuries . He barely speaks . In fact, he is no longer a chatterbox . The captain has changed a lot too . He is calmer than before and puts everyone at ease, but, aren't you worried for him? He's almost like a robot . I don't think that's healthy for him . "

Gu Yue smiled faintly . "You've underestimated him . Wulin has always been the kind of person who rebounds higher when the pressure is greater . This only makes him stronger . He is unlikely to be affected too much . "

Xu Xiaoyan shrugged . "Anyhow, I prefer the captain who's more sentimental . However, there's nothing we can do currently . You ought to help him more . "

"Hmm . " Gu Yue nodded gently .

"Very well . It's settled then . Everyone go and have dinner . " It was time for dinner when Tang Wulin was done helping Yuanen Yehui in assessing her opponent .

"Captain, how about you? Will you be joining us?" Xu Xiaoyan could not help asking when she saw Tang Wulin picked up his jacket .

"Hmm . I won't be joining you all today . I'm going out to do something . " Having said that, he walked to the front .

Xu Xiaoyan whispered to Gu Yue . "This is weird . Is there anything more important than missing his meal? Is the captain alright?"

Gu Yue did not utter a word, but quietly followed behind him as he walked out .

Tang Wulin hailed a soul taxi when he was outside the Grand Star Luo Hotel .

"Where would you like to go?" The taxi driver asked .

"The Tang Sect's headquarters," Tang Wulin answered .

"Okay . "

The taxi drove along the street unceremoniously . The sky was completely dark while the streets were brightly lit . Those who had spent an entire day bustling at work finally had time for themselves .

Tang Wulin was a little spaced out as he looked out from the cab's window . He quite enjoyed this feeling . It was happiness not to be preoccupied with thoughts at times .

At least, he was in such a state currently .

The car slowed down because there were too many pedestrians and vehicles on the road . They managed to leave the hustle and bustle behind . The car began to pick up speed . Tang Wulin lowered his head to don his white warrior's mask, while he took out his cape simultaneously .

The Tang Sect's headquarters was unusually crowded . The people moved in an endless stream in front of the building .

Tang Wulin got off the car and draped the cape on his back . He donned the hood and briskly walked into the building .

The crowd entering the door looked toward him with an envious but admirable expression upon seeing his attire . Anyone who was acquainted with the Tang Sect would understand what his attire represents .

The Battle Soul Hall was the core of Tang Sect's headquarters . It was also the one with the most core strength among the Inner Three Halls, and no less important than the Worship Hall . Although the Worship Hall had the highest ranking among the Inner Three Halls, almost every member of the Worship Hall was originally from the Battle Soul Hall .

A white warrior represented its status, especially for those disciples of the world outside . Their envy at Tang Wulin's attire could not be concealed .