"By the way, Xiao Wu, why haven't I seen your brother lately?" Quanyi asked Huo Wu, voicing his doubts as they were finishing up dinner.
Aside from the first few days after arriving at the academy when he saw Huo Wu Shuang, Quanyi hadn't seen him in the Dining Hall.
"Oh, my brother has been busy recently and hasn't been around the academy much. I heard he's been doing practical training in the Soul Arena in the city," Huo Wu said, a little uncertain about the information she had.
In fact, Huo Wu didn't know much either, as she had been busy with cultivation recently and hadn't paid much attention to Huo Wu Shuang.
"Soul Arena, so that's what's going on," Quanyi said, suddenly understanding.
Huo Wu Shuang had previously mentioned that his Soul Power had already broken through level twenty. Indeed, with his talent, the academy's courses were already too easy for him.
This must be the academy arranging for Huo Wu Shuang to go to the Soul Arena outside the academy for combat training.
Quanyi found that this academy had one advantage: it taught students according to their aptitude and placed great emphasis on practical combat.
This was evident from the fact that Huo Wu Shuang was sent to the Soul Arena as soon as he broke through level twenty.
Quanyi wasn't sure if all Soul Master academies were like this, but he thought the academy's style suited his requirements very well.
Quanyi was also very much looking forward to the Soul Arena. There, Quanyi could see all kinds of Soul Masters, Martial Souls, and Soul Skills. Such an interesting place was definitely worth a visit.
Moreover, Quanyi wouldn't have to wait too long. With his cultivation speed, he could break through level twenty in less than a year. When that time came, Quanyi might also have to train in the Soul Arena.
However, for now, he should focus on the battle at hand.
"Do you have any thoughts on tomorrow's battle?" Quanyi asked Huo Wu, feeling unsure about the battle tomorrow.
"What else can we do? Just follow the usual method. You're in charge of defense, and I'll do my best to deplete the teacher's Soul Power. Even if I fall first, I can buy you some more favorable conditions. After that, I can only rely on you," Huo Wu said, her tone somewhat helpless, but her words revealed a sense of determination.
Because the difference in strength was too great, Huo Wu understood that with her strength, she might not be able to last fifteen minutes.
Huo Wu was pessimistic about her chances. She knew that she probably wouldn't be able to stand until the end of the third match.
Therefore, she planned to deplete as much Soul Power as possible, to exhaust Bai Yan Teacher's Soul Power and time, and create favorable conditions for Quanyi.
On the other hand, Huo Wu also trusted Quanyi's strength and character.
She believed that even if she fell early, Quanyi would fight to the end, just like her, and would never let her down.
"Okay, I'll do my best," Quanyi solemnly promised Huo Wu.
Huo Wu's words clearly showed that she was prepared to sacrifice herself. In order not to let down Huo Wu's determination, Quanyi also had to show a determination that matched Huo Wu's.
"Let's do our best together tomorrow," Huo Wu said cheerfully, seeing that the atmosphere had become a little serious.
"Yeah."
After saying goodbye to Huo Wu, Quanyi returned to the Dormitory.
He quickly took a shower and then used the Blazing Sun Gauntlets to dry his body.
Fortunately, he had the Blazing Sun Gauntlets; otherwise, taking so many showers every day would be torture.
After showering, Quanyi sat at his desk, his face a little serious. He needed to make some preparations for tomorrow's battle.
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The next day, at noon.
Training ground.
"Well, as usual, before the official battle, I'd like to hear your thoughts on yesterday's battle. Huo Wu, you go first," Bai Yan Teacher said, as decisive as ever.
Faced with the teacher's question, Huo Wu, who had learned her lesson yesterday, was prepared.
Huo Wu calmly cleared her throat and then slowly said her thoughts.
"In yesterday's battle, I think we made up for some shortcomings by using changes in Soul Skills. Moreover, Quanyi's Self-Created Soul Skill and tactical arrangements were very appropriate, which is also an important reason why we were able to win. Even though we both only have one Soul Skill, as long as we make some changes, we can produce unexpected results."
Huo Wu said very little about herself, praising Quanyi more, and then, at the end, she also talked about her feelings about yesterday's battle.
"Well, it can be seen that you really put some effort into analyzing it. Very good, I hope you can continue to think. Battle is not only about the strength of Soul Skills, but also about the application of Soul Masters. Quanyi does have outstanding talent in tactical arrangements, but even the best tactics must be executed by Soul Masters. In this regard, Huo Wu, your performance was very outstanding."
Bai Yan could see that Huo Wu's statement was the result of some thought. Moreover, she didn't only focus on herself; she also had a very detailed observation of her teammates' performance.
However, she keenly noticed that Huo Wu's remarks lacked some praise for herself. This could be an objective and humble performance, but Bai Yan felt that it was more like a lack of confidence.
Therefore, Bai Yan pointed this out and highly praised Huo Wu's performance, wanting Huo Wu to recognize her shining points.
"Thank you, Teacher!"
Hearing the teacher's evaluation, Huo Wu couldn't help but curl the corners of her mouth.
"Quanyi, it's your turn. I'd like to hear your opinion," Bai Yan then asked Quanyi, her heart full of anticipation for Quanyi's response.
Quanyi remained calm, his eyes undisturbed.
"Alright, Teacher. Regarding yesterday's battle, although my tactical arrangements did play an important role, in essence, the previous two battles were actually victories of the strong over the weak. Ultimately, it's just that Xiao Wu's and my strength is greater than a level twenty Soul Master. So, the tactics were effective, but not the main reason."
Quanyi's words were still shocking, and Huo Wu, standing beside him, was also startled. After yesterday's training, Huo Wu thought she had gotten used to Quanyi's "arrogance," but she still wasn't quite used to it.
However, Quanyi wasn't being arrogant or conceited, but simply stating the truth. Self-Created Soul Skill, tactical arrangements, these were all minor details. The fundamental reason for the victory was that Bai Yan Teacher hadn't seen the true strength of the two of them.
He wanted to make this point very clear. Otherwise, the subsequent battles would only have the same result as yesterday.
Quanyi stared intently into Bai Yan's eyes. In his eyes, there was no arrogance, only determination.
Quanyi's statement greatly surprised Bai Yan, not because Quanyi had offended her, but because Quanyi's thoughts coincided with her own.
After yesterday's battle, Bai Yan also realized that Quanyi and Huo Wu's strength far exceeded her expectations.
If it was still like the previous two times, the effect of the combat training would be incomplete, so Bai Yan planned to increase the difficulty of the combat training starting today.
Bai Yan met Quanyi's burning gaze.
Did Quanyi realize her intentions? Or was this a reminder to herself?
Various thoughts flashed through Bai Yan's mind.
Quanyi's words were direct, but they pointed directly to the key. Although somewhat ashamed, Quanyi had pointed out Bai Yan's mistake.
Bai Yan was surprised by Quanyi's keenness, and also felt a sense of pressure. Although she was the teacher, facing a keen student like Quanyi, her every move would be noticed by the other party.
Fortunately, Bai Yan had discovered this in advance, otherwise, if Quanyi had reminded her first, Bai Yan would have been disqualified.
It seems I still have a long way to go. Bai Yan sighed softly in her heart.
"Your answers always exceed my expectations. Quanyi, your analysis is correct, this was my mistake. I am very glad you could point this out. I admit, I did underestimate you before, so, from today onwards, I will hold you to a higher standard. I hope you can take it more seriously."
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