The Star Luo Plaza fell into an eerie silence.
Moments earlier, doubts lingered in the hearts of many about Qian Ran standing alone on the stage. Now, all those questions vanished, replaced by awe and disbelief.
No one could deny the overwhelming spectacle they had just witnessed—three colossal red 100,000-year spirit rings, the blizzard enveloping the stage, and the effortless dominance Qian Ran displayed.
Though many in the audience struggled to believe what they had seen, the unrelenting truth was etched in their minds, leaving them shocked, terrified, or even wildly exhilarated.
"Too powerful!"
The Zheng Tian Academy team, once considered a strong contender for the top four, had been effortlessly crushed by a single opponent.
From start to finish, none of the Zheng Tian Academy members posed any real threat to Qian Ran.
And Qian Ran was only a Spirit Elder—a Spirit Elder with three 100,000-year spirit rings, an Ultimate Ice user, and someone who wielded abilities rivaling gods.
Had anyone claimed before this match that a Spirit Elder could decimate Spirit Kings, they would have been ridiculed. Even an evil soul master with extreme talents couldn't manage such a feat.
But today, Qian Ran didn't just defeat a few Spirit Kings; he completely dominated Zheng Tian Academy, shattering their teamwork and showcasing overwhelming superiority.
The six-winged angel martial spirit overpowered Yu Mengdi's angelic martial spirit. The Ultimate Ice countered Yan'er's fire abilities. His soul bone's Spirit Domain crushed Shangguan Can's controlling abilities. It was an all-encompassing annihilation.
As Qian Ran calmly walked off the stage toward the Shrek Academy rest area, the eyes of tens of thousands followed him.
When he reached his team, Tang Ya and the others quickly surrounded him.
If not for the public setting, some of them might have kissed him right there.
Qian Ran was just too dazzling.
Words couldn't fully capture his brilliance. His martial spirit, spirit rings, and soul bones were all top-tier. He excelled in spirit tools, and even his mental strength far surpassed his peers.
Qian Ran was a five-dimensional warrior—unstoppable in every aspect.
Ma Xiaotao, Ling Luochen, and the other inner court disciples were left speechless. They hadn't expected Qian Ran to obliterate Zheng Tian Academy so thoroughly.
Even Ma Xiaotao, as a Spirit Emperor nearing Spirit Saint rank, would find it challenging to suppress Zheng Tian Academy's well-rounded team.
Yet Qian Ran had crushed them effortlessly. As he said, he had only dragged out the match to let them accept their defeat with dignity. Otherwise, he could have ended it even faster.
"This guy... He was hiding the true colors of his spirit rings all along. These are his real spirit rings, right?" Ma Xiaotao muttered, her voice tinged with amazement.
In the stands, Huo Yuhao's face was twisted with jealousy and fear. Watching Qian Ran on this stage, he clenched his fists tightly.
"Damn it, Qian Ran, you're despicable!"
Qian Ran was simply too powerful. Having such an invincible rival left Huo Yuhao feeling anxious and helpless.
"If I can obtain Snow Empress, I'll have Ultimate Ice too. Then I won't lose to you!" Huo Yuhao gritted his teeth.
Seeing Qian Ran shine before millions enraged him.
It was supposed to be his moment to dazzle the continent during this tournament. If not for Qian Ran, he would have been the star of the Shrek team. Now, he wasn't even a reserve team member.
All of Qian Ran's glory could have been his. Now, Qian Ran's name would resound across the continent, inspiring countless young soul masters to aim for him as their benchmark.
But Huo Yuhao? He was a nobody.
The crowd buzzed with murmurs, their attention fixed on Qian Ran.
"Six-winged angel martial spirit…"
"Wuhun Sect… Wuhun Hall… Could it be?"
"Is Wuhun Hall being revived?"
Emperor Xu Jiawei of the Star Luo Empire had not taken his eyes off Qian Ran as he descended from the stage.
The Xu family had long been one of the continent's oldest and most powerful families, second only to the Dai and Zhu families in Star Luo's history. The sight of Qian Ran's martial spirit sent shivers down the emperor's spine.
"So, we've allied with Wuhun Hall... or perhaps its remnants."
This revelation stirred mixed feelings in the emperor's heart. While Wuhun Hall's power was undeniable, its historical conflicts with the empire were not easily forgotten.
However, the past was the past. For now, the Star Luo Empire had gained a formidable ally.
If Wuhun Sect inherited the legacy of Wuhun Hall, it must have countless strongholds and resources. Their strength would alleviate some of the immense pressure posed by the Sun Moon Empire's rising ambitions.
"Your Majesty, are you saying Qian Ran is connected to Wuhun Hall from ten thousand years ago?" Empress Xu's eyes widened as she turned to her husband.
"Why else would his faction call themselves 'Wuhun Sect'? Perhaps a branch of the angel lineage has survived all these years. Moreover, doesn't Qian Ran share the surname of the original Wuhun Hall pope?"
The emperor's mood lifted.
Having such a powerful ally meant that the Sun Moon Empire would think twice before making a move.
Whatever Wuhun Sect's true intentions might be—whether rebuilding Wuhun Hall or establishing a new empire—they would first have to deal with the Sun Moon Empire. This would help maintain the balance of power on the continent.
Princess Xu Jiujing, seated nearby, couldn't help but feel proud. Her brother and sister-in-law were discussing the return of a legendary faction, yet her thoughts were elsewhere.
"He's mine." Jiujing's cheeks flushed as she recalled Qian Ran's promises to her.
Across the stands, countless spectators, including elite instructors and students from dozens of academies, pieced together the clues.
The six-winged angel martial spirit had once been synonymous with domination. Many recognized its significance, connecting it to the legendary Wuhun Hall.
The angel martial spirit came in many forms, but none compared to the six-winged lineage of Wuhun Hall. It had been the strongest martial spirit of its era, ruling over the continent with an iron fist.
Today, they witnessed a successor—not merely of the martial spirit but of its overwhelming power.
Unbeknownst to them, even the most potent six-winged angels of the past couldn't hold a candle to Qian Ran. The enhancements and refinements bestowed upon his martial spirit far outclassed anything seen in Wuhun Hall's prime.
The legend had returned, reborn.
(Chapter End)
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