As Master Zhi Lin's soul - power pressure gradually increased, the entire venue seemed to be enveloped by an invisible heavy pressure. The air became so thick that it seemed to solidify.
The intangible sense of oppression made everyone involuntarily hold their breath, and an indescribable tension filled the air.
When the soul - power pressure reached level 60, the space seemed to wail. Fine cracks spread quietly in the air, as if the whole world was under enormous pressure.
In the venue, Master Yu Xiaogang and some of the spectators with lower strength already had beads of sweat covering their foreheads, and their faces were as pale as paper.
They were staggering on their feet. Each of them was biting their lower lips tightly, using all their strength just to stay standing, but still felt a sense of powerlessness seeping from their bones, as if they would be completely crushed by the invisible pressure at any moment.
However, in the center of the venue, Chen Feng was like an unshakable mountain, becoming the focus of all eyes.
Despite facing such a powerful soul - power pressure, his posture remained as straight as a pine.
However, upon closer inspection, it could be seen that Chen Feng's clothes were fluttering without wind, and the surrounding air seemed to form layers of ripples, like the ripples on the water surface, demonstrating the great pressure he was under.
He held on for a full minute. Eventually, he made a crucial choice - to give up.
This was not because he had reached his limit. Hidden within his body was an unshown trump card - another martial spirit.
It was a secret he was reluctant to reveal easily. Once he unleashed his twin martial spirits, he was completely capable of challenging higher levels.
Chen Feng took a deep breath. He understood how rare and shocking twin martial spirits were in the soul - master world. Once revealed, it would surely cause a huge stir and might even bring unpredictable consequences.
After careful consideration, Chen Feng chose to remain silent.
He slowly retracted the soul power in his body. The tension on his body gradually dissipated, replaced by a sense of calm and composure.
He raised his head, looked firmly at the three Soul Douluos, took a deep breath, and bowed respectfully to them.
"Thank you, three seniors!"
His soul power, instead of being crushed, had risen to the challenge and been tempered.
Chen Feng felt that his soul power had quietly increased by one level.
"You little monster, you've really opened the eyes of us three old fellows," Meng Shenji's laughter was gentle and full of appreciation, echoing in every corner of the hall.
The laughter of the three Soul Douluos instantly dispelled all the tension in the hall.
However, Tang San, who was on the side, felt mixed emotions.
His eyes flickered with envy, a desire to challenge, and even a hint of jealousy.
Chen Feng's outstanding performance was like a mirror, reflecting the longing and unwillingness deep in his heart.
On this stage, everyone hoped to be the most dazzling star, and at this moment, Chen Feng undoubtedly became the outstanding one among them.
"Brother Feng is too amazing! When Master Zhi Lin exerted the soul - power pressure, a little bit of it that leaked out almost crushed me," Ma Hongjun exclaimed in amazement. His words, half - envious and half - complaining, resonated with everyone present.
Everyone nodded in agreement, their faces filled with complex expressions.
The soul - power pressure exerted by Master Zhi Lin was indeed an unprecedented challenge for them. Chen Feng not only faced this challenge but also demonstrated extraordinary strength and potential in it.
Just as the Shrek Academy group was about to return to their courtyard, footsteps were heard from outside, as if there were two people walking.
"Is Chief Meng Shenji here?"
Before the people arrived, the voice came from outside, carrying a bit of an overbearing tone.
Meng Shenji was taken aback. His expression became slightly tense, but he quickly stood up and rushed out to greet them.
The two members of the Education Committee also followed closely behind. Their expressions seemed to have changed subtly, and their eyes were filled with a hint of solemnity.
After a while, three people entered from the gate. The first one to catch the eye was the young man who was kicked away mercilessly by Chen Feng yesterday.
He walked half a step behind, with arrogance in his brows and intense hatred in his eyes. It seemed that every time he looked at Chen Feng, the fire of hatred in his heart burned even more fiercely.
And the person walking in the middle was an old man in luxurious clothes, with his hands behind his back.
His posture was haughty, and his gaze was cold. Even when facing the three Soul Douluo members of the Education Committee, he showed no respect, but rather an air of looking down on them.
The most eye - catching one was the thin old man standing on the right side of the well - dressed old man.
His figure was like a phantom, moving silently as if gliding through the air like a ghost, leaving no trace behind.
The dark - green beard and hair, along with the eyes that glowed with a faint green light, made him seem like a mysterious being from another world.
The thin old man's hands were hidden in his sleeves, and his eyes were closed, as if he was carefully sensing the atmosphere in the Education Committee hall.
Perhaps in his eyes, nothing here was worthy of him opening his eyes to take a look.
"This must be Dugu Bo, the Poison Douluo," Chen Feng thought to himself, a hint of vigilance flashing in his eyes.
"Your Highness the Prince, what brings you here?" Meng Shenji took a step forward, bowed slightly, and saluted the well - dressed old man.
The well - dressed old man snorted, a sharp look flashing in his eyes. "What? Do you three members of the Education Committee have guests here? Why don't you introduce them to this king?"
Meng Shenji's brows furrowed slightly, but he still maintained his politeness and began to introduce them one by one.
Prince Xuexing didn't even glance at him, and said coldly, "Shrek Academy? I don't seem to have heard of it. It must be an insignificant academy. Chief Meng Shenji, how could you let such people of unknown origin enter our academy?"
As he spoke, his gaze swept over Flanders and the teachers of Shrek Academy like a blade, carrying a hint of contempt and provocation.
"You must prove to me that you are truly talented people."
Xue Beng, who was standing beside Prince Xuexing, now had a smug look on his face, with undisguised mockery in his eyes.
Flanders took a deep breath, forcefully suppressing the anger in his heart, and asked calmly, "Fine, then how does Your Highness the Prince expect us to prove it?"
Prince Xuexing smiled indifferently, his tone laced with disdain and mockery.
"It's simple. If you can hold out for five minutes against Mr. Dugu, this king will admit that you are talented people, and you will be treated preferentially. Otherwise, as Xue Beng said yesterday, get out of here immediately."
"You!" Dai Mubai's eyes burned with angry flames. His figure was like a tiger ready to pounce, and he was about to dash forward in an instant.
However, Chen Feng's arm promptly and firmly grabbed him.
Dai Mubai's body stiffened suddenly. When he turned his head and saw the profound look in Chen Feng's eyes, the impulse in his heart gradually gave way to reason.
What's going on?
Dai Mubai couldn't help but feel a bit puzzled. He had always known that Chen Feng was not a coward.