Chapter 84: The Crushing Victory
Dai Yao clenched his fist, a murderous intent rising in his eyes.
Under Ye LingLing's treatment, Zhu Zhuqing's complexion had improved greatly, but the Purple Venomous Toxin was still coursing through her body. To fully heal her, Dugu Yan had to act. The teammates of the Oakland team were also severely poisoned.
Time was of the essence, so he had to end the battle as quickly as possible.
The purple light flashed as Dai Yao's second soul ring activated, releasing a tremendous fluctuation of soul power.
White light spots appeared in the air, gradually gathering in front of Dai Yao's mouth. The terrifying energy surge made even the three distinguished guests in the VIP seats gasp in amazement.
"Such a strong aura! This is a soul technique from a Grand Soul Master!" Ning Fengzhi marveled.
Dai Yao's soul technique locked onto Yu Tianheng, his gaze cold. Soul power surged as the white light sphere before him exploded.
"Second soul technique—White Tiger Blaze Wave!"
The audience only heard a tiger's roar. The white light column ripped through the air, the terrifying energy accompanied by the shrill sound of wind being sliced, heading straight for Yu Tianheng.
Under the attack of the thousand-year soul technique, Yu Tianheng's spirit wavered. However, the pride of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon held him firm, stopping him from retreating.
Enduring the sharp pain in his meridians, Yu Tianheng forced his soul power to burst forth, unleashing his own second soul technique.
Thunderstrike!
This technique easily blocked Dai Yao's sacrificial sword strike, which even an ordinary Soul Emperor would hesitate to block directly.
After using his second soul technique again, Yu Tianheng was panting heavily, drenched in sweat. After a while, he raised his head to look in Dai Yao's direction.
The countless lightning bolts created by Thunderstrike formed a lightning net in front of him.
The two soul techniques collided. The immense shockwave from the White Tiger Blaze Wave surged forward, stretching the lightning net tightly, forming a funnel shape.
In just an instant, the lightning net was torn apart by the White Tiger Blaze Wave. The lightning bolts flew everywhere, and the White Tiger Blaze Wave ruthlessly swallowed Yu Tianheng.
The light wave crashed into the audience's wall, causing dust to rise and rocks to scatter.
When the dust finally settled, Yu Tianheng was embedded in the wall outside the arena, barely alive.
"No!"
Dugu Yan cried out, rushing to help Yu Tianheng, but as she took a few steps forward, the battle was already over.
When Dai Yao's murderous gaze turned to her, Dugu Yan, who usually feared nothing, felt a pang of fear. Even Yu Tianheng couldn't match Dai Yao. Her strongest weapon—poison—was helpless against him.
But when she thought of her grandfather, who was a Title Douluo, the fear quickly faded away.
"My grandfather is a Title Douluo; does he dare harm me?" Dugu Yan thought.
Two soul rings lit up one after the other, trying to stop Dai Yao's advance.
Toxic mist spread, and a white barrier appeared in front of Dai Yao. Yet another White Tiger Blaze Wave tore through the purple mist.
Knowing the power of this attack, Dugu Yan didn't dare to clash head-on. She narrowly avoided the light wave, feeling the terrifying aura rush past her. She glanced behind her at the arena wall, now nearly destroyed by the White Tiger Blaze Wave, and a cold sweat broke out on her forehead.
"He really dares to kill me!"
Dai Yao closed the distance with rapid steps, using his explosive speed to tear through the defense Dugu Yan had carefully laid out. With one hand, he grabbed her by the neck, lifting her off the ground.
His eyes burned with murderous intent, his face twisted in fury.
Dugu Yan struggled for breath, unable to speak, only letting out shallow, strained gasps. Her green eyes were full of pleading, her hands desperately clutching Dai Yao's.
"Save my teammates! Or die!"
Dai Yao's voice was as cold as ice, as if he would snap her neck on the spot if she refused.
If anything were to happen to Zhu Zhuqing, he would definitely kill Dugu Yan, no matter her status as the granddaughter of the Poison Douluo.
Once he joined the Spirit Hall, he didn't believe the Poison Douluo could do anything under the protection of the Spirit Hall. Moreover, Dai Yao had already experienced the Poison Douluo's most powerful weapon, poison, and had been unharmed.
The most important thing was that Ju Douluo Yue Guan had long-standing animosity with Dugu Bo. If he wanted to kill Dugu Yan, he would have to deal with Ju Douluo first.
The consequences of killing Dugu Yan were something Dai Yao could easily bear.
"Yan Zi, quickly agree to him!"
"Don't be stubborn; life is the only thing you have!"
Under Ye LingLing's treatment, the Royal Fight team's members had recovered. Seeing Dugu Yan on the brink of death, they anxiously urged her.
Yu Tianheng, who had recovered somewhat, also came to the edge of the arena. His gaze toward Dai Yao was filled with fear, and he urged, "Agree to him, Yan Zi."
As Dai Yao applied more pressure with his fingers, Dugu Yan's neck began to hurt more, her breath coming in ragged gasps. Her vision blurred as the suffocating pain reminded her just how close death was.
In a hoarse voice, she finally spoke: "I agree to your terms."
Dai Yao released her, and Dugu Yan collapsed to the ground, gasping for air, her chest rising and falling rapidly. The feeling of impending death made her tremble uncontrollably.
Turning to face Dai Yao's cold gaze, her green eyes trembled, and instinctive fear began to grow in her heart.
"De-toxify them."
Dai Yao's voice was cold.
Dugu Yan subconsciously nodded in agreement.
At this moment, the entire arena erupted in cheers. The students of Oakland were overjoyed, celebrating their miraculous survival after having been on the brink of defeat. The long-suppressed emotions were released, and the students of Oakland felt as though they had just eaten ice cream on a hot summer day.
Meanwhile, the students from the Royal Fight team were all downcast, their faces dark with embarrassment. They had never imagined that the invincible Royal Fight team would be defeated in the very first match.
Remembering their earlier arrogance made them feel utterly humiliated. They quickly fled the arena, avoiding eye contact with Oakland students.
The students from other academies stared in disbelief. The number one Beast Martial Soul, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon, was actually defeated head-on. The Nine Heart Sea Cucumber that could turn the tide and the terrifying Purple Venomous Snake Emperor had all fallen before one person.
It was almost unbelievable.
Even the Spirit Hall couldn't find a peer with such strength at this age.
They all stared at the figure in the arena, knowing that this moment would forever be etched in their memories.
They had originally come to observe the Royal Fight team's power, but instead discovered an incredibly talented student. After noting his name and techniques, they quickly returned to their academies to report the discovery.
They believed that soon, this person's name would be known across the entire Tiandou Empire!
The students from Oakland looked eagerly at Dai Yao. If Principal Jackson hadn't intervened, they would have rushed into the arena to lift him up in celebration.
They knew that this victory was entirely due to Dai Yao. Without him, the Oakland team would have been swept away.
Some students were already worried: such a talent must not be allowed to leave Oakland Academy! The higher-ups must keep him here!
(End of Chapter)