Bai Qianqian and the others exchanged glances, smiling but saying nothing.
Having interacted with them for the past few days, they had come to understand one thing.
As they chatted, the meal quickly concluded in a joyful atmosphere.
At precisely two in the afternoon.
The top ten competition officially commenced.
Liu Mancheng, having been eliminated early on the first day, didn't even qualify for the revival match.
Their supervising teacher's face had already turned as dark as the bottom of a pot.
Liu Mancheng's focus was no longer on the revival match; he only wanted to kill Lu Fei!
However, at this moment, no one would pay attention to them, the failures. All eyes were focused on the top ten matches, especially Lu Fei's.
Lu Fei's opponent was not Huang Tianba.
Therefore, as expected, he won and smoothly advanced.
Meanwhile.
Huang Tianba also advanced to the next round of matches as anticipated.
The top four competition began soon after.
Lu Fei and Huang Tianba each faced other opponents.
This caused many spectators who had hoped to see them clash earlier in the semifinals to express their regret.
The match results were still as many had predicted: both Lu Fei and Huang Tianba emerged victorious.
Thus, this year's Beast Taming Competition reached its final battle.
And the battle that countless people had eagerly awaited.
On one side was a favored contestant, originally highly anticipated and widely considered the most likely to win first place.
On the other side was a dark horse who had emerged unexpectedly, a rising star who had overcome all obstacles.
The confrontation between these two undoubtedly captured the hearts of many.
Not only the students of the Beast Taming Academy, but also many high-ranking military officials, powerful figures from prominent families, and leaders of financial consortiums were casting their gazes.
After all, a student who could win this competition would undoubtedly become a prominent figure on the Beast Taming Continent in the future.
Such a talented individual was, without question, a coveted prize in the eyes of major powers.
If they could recruit them in advance, their own faction might gain a top-tier expert in the future.
Major powers would naturally not miss this opportunity.
Half an hour before the competition began, the official league forum was already abuzz with lively discussions.
Many people flocked to the forum to participate in the discussion about the finals.
"This year's finals have truly exceeded my expectations. I never thought someone from Cang Town Beast Taming Academy would make it to the finals. I had never even heard of this academy before!"
"Yeah, I was shocked too. This freshman named Lu Fei is too fierce!"
"Tsk tsk, a dark horse against the favored contestant, who do you think will win?"
"It's hard to say. I can't see through Lu Fei's strength at all. In the previous matches, he only used one contracted beast, and he almost instantly defeated his opponents. He never revealed his true strength. Who knows how strong he really is?"
"Look at what the guy upstairs is saying. How much stronger can he be than Huang Tianba? He's been called a once-in-a-century genius by Mr. Gengjin among the Ten Elders, and it's rumored he's already become his personal disciple!"
"What??? Huang Tianba is a disciple of the Ten Elders! How come I never heard of it!"
"You bumpkin, your information is not as up-to-date as mine. Of course, this happened last month."
"Everyone, everyone!!! It's rumored that a big figure will be present at the finals. Could that big figure be Mr. Gengjin?????!"
"Wow!!! I can't wait to watch the finals!"
"Can't wait +1!"
While the forum was in a chaotic uproar.
In the hotel, Lu Fei held his phone, hesitating whether to make the call.
The owner of the phone number was his sworn brother, Chu Huainan.
He had arrived in Tianhang City, and this Tianhang City was the base of the Chu family. Therefore, coming here, he should at least greet Chu Huainan.
But he worried that if he informed him, Chu Huainan would definitely come, and then it might attract too much attention.
After a long period of hesitation.
Lu Fei still didn't make the call.
After a night of rest.
The finals of the Inter-Academy Beast Taming Competition officially kicked off the next day.
The beast taming arena today was exceptionally lively. An arena that could accommodate thirty thousand people was already packed to capacity!
In the spectator stands along the field, audiences were everywhere, wearing support clothing.
Some wore the school uniforms of Cang Town Beast Taming Academy, while others wore the uniforms of Zhicheng Academy.
Both sides had their supporters.
However, compared to Lu Fei, the rising star who had emerged out of nowhere, Zhicheng Academy, which was already a favored contestant for the championship, clearly had more fans.
Amidst the surging crowd, the spectators let out waves of cheers.
However, when a figure slowly appeared in the VIP spectator seats, the entire venue suddenly fell silent.
Everyone's gaze turned towards that spot.
"Who is that?"
Someone's eyes widened.
"He's really here! It's Mr. Gengjin!!!"
"Ah!!! The rumors are true, Mr. Gengjin has really taken Huang Tianba as his disciple!!!"
Before someone could shout out "Mr. Gengjin," the venue erupted with cheers like a tsunami.
On the Beast Taming Continent, strength was paramount.
Among the various countries, the top tier of powerhouses were referred to as the Ten Elders.
They were Mr. Jia Mu, Mr. Yi Mu, Mr. Bing Huo, Mr. Ding Huo, Mr. Wu Tu, Mr. Ji Tu, Mr. Geng Jin, Mr. Xin Jin, Mr. Ren Shui, and Mr. Gui Shui.
They were all top-tier existences selected through countless battles and world-class competitions.
The Heavenly Dynasty, being the country with the most Ten Elders, had four of them stationed there.
They were Mr. Bing Huo Chu Huainan, Mr. Wu Tu Tan Tian, Mr. Geng Jin Long Yue, and the long-lost Mr. Gui Shui Bai Yuheng.
However, Bai Yuheng had disappeared for over twenty years, and the title of Gui Shui had long been claimed by top beast taming masters from other countries.
The number of Ten Elders was also a symbol of a country's overt strength, although some countries also had hidden experts who were unwilling to reveal themselves.
After listening to the prolonged cheers of the crowd.
Long Yue then rose from his seat, smiled slightly at everyone, and waved.
This simple gesture made everyone feel immensely honored.
After a long while, the cheers gradually subsided.