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Hearing Hai Bodong’s words, Long Xiaoyao’s eyes flickered with suspicion—could something happen on Su Yu’s side?

Maybe Jing Hongchen would intervene?

Otherwise, he really couldn’t imagine what could stop Zhongli Wu.

After all, Zhongli Wu wasn’t weak.

Wait, could Zhongli Wu be intimidated?

Long Xiaoyao glanced at Hai Bodong—maybe it wasn’t impossible.

After Mu Wu became an Ultimate Douluo, the already powerful Ice God Palace was even stronger.

If Zhongli Wu attacked Su Yu, the consequences would be dire.

Would Zhongli Wu dare?

After all, Su Yu’s talent was monstrous, but his backing was just as formidable.

Zhongli Wu might not have the guts to risk everything.

If the entire Ice God Palace hunted him relentlessly, just thinking about it would make his scalp tingle.

Seeing Long Xiaoyao’s shifting gaze, Hai Bodong smiled. “Don’t overthink it.”

“Honestly, whether Ye Xishui’s son can leave alive is uncertain.”

“Once some things start, it’s no longer up to him to decide when they end.”

“You mean…” Long Xiaoyao was shocked, a bad premonition in his heart.

Was there something he’d missed?

But seeing Hai Bodong before him, he felt helpless.

With this man here, any plan was just empty talk.

He could only hope Zhongli Wu had fate on his side.

Watching Long Xiaoyao lost in thought, Hai Bodong clasped his hands behind his back and smiled.

…

Ten thousand meters above, Mu Wu and Ye Xishui continued their fierce battle.

From the earth-shaking scene, one could imagine the terrifying power of their attacks.

Midair, Zhongli Wu’s pale face showed a trace of gravity.

He hadn’t expected Mu Wu to be this powerful.

A newly advanced Ultimate Douluo could fight Ye Xishui to a standstill.

Mu Wu’s aura was so strong that he matched Ye Xishui.

And Ye Xishui wasn’t just a pure soul master; she was also a soul engineer.

Yet, even so, she couldn’t overwhelm Mu Wu.

Such a terrifying Mu Wu made Zhongli Wu sweat.

Luckily his mother arrived—otherwise, facing such an opponent, he’d be dead for sure.

Feeling relieved, Zhongli Wu’s evil eyes scanned below.

Xu Tiannan, Jing Hongchen, and many others—all in his sight.

Suddenly, his gaze locked on Su Yu.

For this young man who had wiped out the Holy Spirit Church elites and killed Zhang Peng, Zhongli Wu hated him to the bone.

Otherwise, he wouldn’t have lost control and attacked earlier.

Under his leadership, the Holy Spirit Church had never suffered such a loss.

No one had ever publicly humiliated him like this.

After a battle, Zhongli Wu’s mindset changed a bit.

He still hated Su Yu, wanting to kill him.

But the anger and impulse faded.

Su Yu’s background was too formidable.

Hai Bodong, who could defeat both his mother and Uncle Long.

Mu Wu, now an Ultimate Douluo, was able to fight his mother to a draw.

These two could take on three Ultimate Douluo.

If he attacked Su Yu, would these three go all out against him?

Three Ultimate Douluo’s power—perhaps the Holy Spirit Church could handle it.

But being watched by these people constantly, even Zhongli Wu felt chills.

He cherished his life—not willing to have such strong enemies watching him every day.

A life for a life? As an evil soul master, Zhongli Wu wasn’t that self-sacrificing.

But if he didn’t kill Su Yu?

With Su Yu’s talent, he was too much of a threat.

He could already kill Zhang Peng—if he became a Titled Douluo, wouldn’t he threaten even Ultimate Douluo?

Should he let such a monster grow?

Zhongli Wu hesitated.

What a dilemma!

Whether he killed or not, it was trouble.

Even if he didn’t act, Su Yu might hold a grudge—he had attacked Su Yu before.

And with Su Yu’s hatred of evil soul masters, they could never be friends.

Unless he hid forever, as long as he remained the Holy Spirit Church leader, Su Yu would come for him one day.

Zhongli Wu’s head ached—he was caught between a rock and a hard place.

While he hesitated, Su Yu below also noticed him.

The Holy Spirit Church disciples had been wiped out.

Scorpion Tiger Douluo Zhang Peng was killed in three punches.

Su Yu’s achievements were glorious.

But that wasn’t enough for Su Yu.

Now that he’d openly broken with the Holy Spirit Church, he wouldn’t stop so easily.

His gaze sharpened as he looked at the dazed referee Zheng Zhan. "Referee, aren't you going to announce the result?"

Zheng Zhan, lost in thought, was at a loss.

He looked to Xu Tiannan on the main stage for help.

Xu Tiannan rolled his eyes—he couldn’t dodge this responsibility as the host.

As Xu Tiannan was about to speak, two gazes swept over—Zhongli Wu’s and Su Yu’s.

Beside Su Yu, Jing Hongchen also said lightly, “Crown Prince, you must be fair, or there will be public outrage.”

Xu Tiannan was annoyed but forced to endure.

He made a calm expression, nodded to Zheng Zhan, and mouthed a few words.

Zheng Zhan, watching closely, was overjoyed.

He flashed into the air, and his voice, amplified by a soul tool, echoed through the arena.

“The finals of the All-Continent Elite Soul Master Competition are over.”

“I now announce the winners: the Holy Slayer Palace team!”

“Let’s all congratulate them.”

“Wow!”

Applause erupted.

Zhongli Wu frowned, glaring incredulously at Xu Tiannan.

This guy had stabbed him in the back?

Xu Tiannan kept a straight face, though he was cursing inside.

He didn’t want Su Yu to win, but what could he do?

All the Holy Spirit Church contestants were dead—should he declare them the winners?

That would be a joke.

As for Su Yu killing someone, hadn’t the Holy Spirit Church killed too?

There was no reason to challenge the result.

Su Yu wasn’t without backing—Sun Moon Empire couldn’t just do as it pleased.

As for Su Yu killing Zhang Peng, Zhongli Wu had attacked first.

Everyone had seen everything.

There was simply nothing to question about Su Yu.

Should he lie in front of tens of thousands?

Did he still want to be Crown Prince?

Zhongli Wu had been so confident before.

Now he wanted Xu Tiannan to clean up the mess—how could he?

Xu Tiannan ignored Zhongli Wu’s glare.

Seeing this, Zhongli Wu was furious.

Below, the Holy Slayer Palace team was all smiles.

Jiang Nannan, Lan Fozi, Wang Dong’er, Lan Lan, and the others were excited.

After all, this was the continental championship.

For Jiang Nannan and Lan Fozi, it was their first time winning.

The joy was indescribable.

Su Yu smiled at them as a familiar cold voice sounded in his mind.

[“Win the championship, nearly wipes out the enemy, Ice God’s Fourth Test completed with surplus, reward doubled, Ice God affinity increased by 20%.”]

[“Ice God’s Fifth Test issued…”]

Hearing this, Su Yu’s lips curled up.

Why did he participate in the tournament? Mostly for the Ice God’s Fourth Test.

With it complete, he was one step closer to inheriting the Ice God’s divinity.

Counting roughly, his total affinity was now 60%.

After only four tests, his affinity had reached 60%—an amazing rate.

At this pace, after eight tests, his affinity would exceed 100% naturally.

The higher the affinity, the easier the inheritance.

If the God Realm wasn’t sealed, the Ice God would come down to guide him personally once his affinity passed 100%.

Speaking of the Ice God, he hadn’t heard her nagging in a while.

Oddly, Su Yu even missed her a bit.

He shook his head, dispelling stray thoughts, and led the others back to the rest area.

After settling everyone, Su Yu stood again, his starry eyes cold as he stared at Zhongli Wu.

Now, it was time to settle accounts.

Su Yu stepped forward, floating in the air, extreme cold surging.

“Zhongli Wu, come here and die!”

His clear shout, laced with soul power, echoed in all directions.

Shrek Academy, Heavenly Soul Empire, Star Luo Empire, Body Sect—all were stunned.

Wait, Su Yu’s making trouble again?

In midair, Zhongli Wu turned his head in surprise.

He looked at Su Yu in shock.

Wait, I haven’t even attacked you yet, and you’re already challenging me?

Does he think I’m powerless?

His extinguished anger flared up again.

He had almost given up, but Su Yu wouldn’t let it go.

His face darkened, eyes unfriendly: “Boy, do you know what you’re saying?”

“Back off now, and I’ll let you go.”

Su Yu sneered, “You let me go? I want to settle the score with you.”

“You think the Ice God Palace is a place you can provoke and leave as you please?”

Zhongli Wu’s face was gloomy. "You killed my church’s people first."

Su Yu scoffed, “Evil soul masters deserve death!”

Zhongli Wu: “……”

Fine, whatever he says is right, huh?

Zhongli Wu was so angry he laughed. “Boy, do you want to die?”

“Don’t think you’re invincible just because you killed Zhang Peng.”

“I’m not someone Zhang Peng can compare to.”

Su Yu shrugged indifferently, “You’re not much different from Zhang Peng!”

“Take my punch!”

No more words. Su Yu stepped forward, appearing a hundred meters before Zhongli Wu.

He clenched his fist and punched.

His punch seemed to carry the weight of the world.

Zhongli Wu sensed the pressure—could a Soul Sage have such power?

No time to think, Zhongli Wu slapped back.

Fist and palm met with a loud bang.

Su Yu’s shoulder shook as he retreated a hundred meters.

Zhongli Wu was also forced back.

He shook his hand, feeling a numbness.

Su Yu’s punch had such power.

No wonder Zhang Peng couldn’t withstand it—even for him, there was great pressure.

He no longer underestimated Su Yu and grew more cautious.

This Su Yu dares to be so arrogant—he’s got some skill.

“Boy, if you don’t stop, I won’t be polite.”

This was Zhongli Wu’s last warning.

Su Yu’s monstrous talent only made him want to kill him more, but reason told him not to act rashly.

But Su Yu pressed forward, giving him no chance.

“Let’s see how impolite you can be.”

Su Yu’s voice echoed to the sky, and suddenly, snow began to fall.

It was a bright, cloudless day, but now snow fell strangely.

Zhongli Wu caught a snowflake and instantly felt an icy chill to the bone.

The delicate snowflake was harder than jade.

Zhongli Wu’s expression grew serious—he finally faced Su Yu as a true opponent.

Su Yu could change the weather with a gesture.

Such divine power was already a huge threat.

Ultimate Ice—a true Ultimate Ice!

What shocked Zhongli Wu the most was that someone so young had already mastered the essence of Ultimate Ice.