Chapter 63: Shrek Academy Caught Cheating
The participants for Shrek Academy were Wang Dong, Bei Bei, Xu Sanshi, Jiang Nannan, Xiao Xiao, Ning Tian, and Cai Tou, while none of the Blue Cloud Advanced Soul Master Academy members were recognizable to Huo Yuhao.
Jing Hongchen, after using the anti cheating soul tool to register the contestants' soul power fluctuations, flew into the sky above the arena alongside a Rank 8 soul engineer from Star Luo Empire, standing beside the referees.
He also explained the working principles of the anti cheating soul tool to the Titled Douluo referee.
Seeing this, Xu Jiawei took a deep breath and announced:
"I officially declare the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Tournament… begun!"
Spectator Stands
A massive cheer erupted:
"Shrek! Shrek!"
As the #1 Soul Master Academy in the continent, Shrek had an enormous fan base.
Everyone was excited to see them showcase their dominance.
Of course, among the crowd were plenty of gamblers.
To them, Shrek winning was the best outcome.
Many had bet their life savings on Shrek after all, their past records showed unstoppable victories.
And in their minds, as long as Shrek won, money was guaranteed.
The Match Begins
The Shrek team was slightly nervous
After all, they were young, inexperienced, and this was their first time fighting under the watchful eyes of thousands.
Bei Bei led the charge, engaging the opposing team.
But then
A sharp, piercing noise suddenly rang through the air.
Jing Hongchen glanced at the compass like tool in his hands
It was blaring loudly.
His expression shifted to one of surprise.
"Other soul power fluctuations detected…"
"It seems someone is interfering with the match."
He turned to the Star Luo referee and smirked.
"Your empire doesn't seem to enforce strict anti cheating measures… want me to expose the culprits for you?"
"I've already noticed that the Blue Cloud Academy contestants were affected by an external force."
The Referees Take Action
The Titled Douluo referee, Tian Sha Douluo, scowled.
"Hall Master Jing, that won't be necessary.
Star Luo Empire will handle this."
Typically, spectators wouldn't activate their martial souls or use soul skills
After all, they came to watch the fight, not join in.
So, for a Titled Douluo, detecting interference from the crowd was simple.
Of course, if the culprit was someone stronger than the referees, then catching them would be difficult.
Tian Sha Douluo signaled the other Titled Douluo judges, then descended into the arena, stopping the match immediately.
The crowd was confused.
"What is he doing?"
"Why stop the match? I wanted to see Shrek dominate!"
Tian Sha Douluo faced both teams and said,
"Please be patient. The matter will be resolved soon."
The Culprits Are Found
Minutes later
Cheng Gang, the Guardian Douluo, emerged from the spectator stands, dragging three elderly men behind him.
With a flick of his wrist, he threw them onto the ground in front of Tian Sha Douluo.
"It's them!
I saw them use multiple soul skills and the moment I approached, they tried to run!"
"These three definitely have something to hide!"
Cheng Gang began interrogating them, but they refused to answer.
So, he had their identities investigated.
Soon after, the results came back
They were all Shrek Academy graduates.
It was clear
They had been cheating to help Shrek Academy win.
But now, Cheng Gang felt conflicted.
If these men were from another school, he could immediately declare it as cheating.
But…
Since this involved Shrek Academy, the situation became complicated.
After all, Star Luo Empire depended on Shrek Academy.
If they outright accused them, it could damage their relationship.
Jing Hongchen Steps In
Jing Hongchen walked forward, his faith in Shrek Academy shattered.
As a former Shrek admirer, he had believed in their honor.
But now…
The so called #1 Academy was cheating in a preliminary match?!
Jing Hongchen smirked.
"Cheng Gang, if you're hesitant to announce that Shrek Academy cheated…
Then let me do it for you."
Cheng Gang's face darkened.
"Hall Master Jing, there are still uncertainties in this case.
We must confirm things with Shrek's staff first."
"But, since the spectators deserve an explanation… I will tell them what happened."
"I recall that cheating leads to disqualification."
Jing Hongchen grinned.
Meanwhile…
Xuanzi was relaxing, standing beside Mo Xuan. He took a sip of wine and bit into a chicken leg.
For him, protecting Mo Xuan was his top priority. As a powerful auxiliary type soul master, Mo Xuan was destined to enter Sea God's Pavilion in the future.
The other three elderly mental type Soul Saints were seated closer to the arena
Their support range wasn't as vast as Mo Xuan's.
"This is the life," Xuanzi sighed. He glanced at the arena and froze. The match had been stopped.
And Shrek's alumni were being detained. His expression changed instantly.
Dropping his wine gourd, he flashed into the arena.
"What's happening?! Why was the match stopped?! Are you targeting Shrek Academy on purpose?!" Cheng Gang frowned but held his tongue After all, Shrek Academy was too important.
"You must be Shrek's coach.
Currently, Shrek Academy is suspected of cheating.
We need to confirm some things with you."
He then explained everything From the cheating incident to the anti cheating soul tool. After hearing this, Xuanzi roared in outrage.
"This is slander!
Shrek Academy is the #1 Soul Master Academy!
Why would we need to cheat in a simple elimination match?!"
He knew one thing Deny. Deny. Deny.
If they admitted it, their reputation would crumble. Xuanzi shot into the sky, looking at the confused crowd. With rage in his voice, he shouted:
"Everyone!
I know you're wondering why the match was stopped. I'll tell you the real reason We, Shrek Academy, are being falsely accused of cheating!"
"This is a ridiculous insult!
With our strength, do you think we need to cheat just to win an elimination match?!"
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