Chapter 225: Red Conference (8)

Chapter 225: Red Conference (8)

There is a gasp of surprise from the crowd because it truly did seem like things would return to normal when one of the contestants surrendered, only to be thwarted by what might be considered a sneak attack.

It is no surprise when the sword maiden of the Frozen Peak Palace descends gently onto the podium and walks toward her defeated sister, gently lifting her off the floor on a cloud of soft snow.

Thank you for holding back, brother Lei, the sword maiden says, after checking her sisters vitals, and then sends the cloud toward her waiting sect members.

It is only fair; she also held back, the Heavenly Mountain Pavilion disciple, ranked first whose surname is Lei, replies with a helpless shrug. Will you challenge me?

The sword maiden nods. We have come this far, Lei Yangming. At the very least, we can put it to an end the way it was meant to be.

Lei Yangming smiles darkly and then sighs. If only it didnt come to this; this was most certainly our fault and our mistake. Though it is not from the person you wanted, on behalf of my sect, I still offer you my sincerest apology. With that, Lei Yangming inclines his head to the Frozen Peak Palace disciples, and every one of them lowers their head.

Its not just them, but even the disciples of the Heavenly Mountain Pavilion realize, far too late, the embarrassment they caused, and the rather pointless and fruitless drama that ensued. Half a dozen disciples were injured on both sides and with barely any points to show for it.

Thank you, brother Lei, the sword maiden says. On behalf of my sect, I, Mu Jingyu, also offer an apology to the Heavenly Mountain Pavilion and hope that with this match, I can rekindle the spirit of showmanship and friendship, and put grudges behind us.

Many of the disciples, of all sects present, nod at the words and praise the demeanor of the two first-rankers.

Ha, ha, it truly was as you said, Elder Mo, one of the Heavenly Mountain Pavilion elders says, rather loudly. The youth is very passionate and eager to prove themselves.

Elder Mo nods. Yes, that is very true, Elder Wei. But, lessons were learned this time, and in the end, things are back to how they should be.

Many of the elders, even those from the Frozen Peak Palace, nod in agreement. Especially those of the Frozen Peak Palace, since, in the end, they got what they wanted. Xu Tian certainly should have been punished for his reckless and antagonistic use of force, and the grudge match that followed was certainly a slap in the face to the Heavenly Mountain Pavilion.

Even though they managed to hold on against the onslaught, and score their own points, they still had to accept that, at their own Conference where they were supposed to flaunt their own power, they were humbled. A costly mistake started by one of their own disciples and perpetuated by all those who followed.

More importantly, it was a reminder of why the Sky Dragon Alliance was so important to everyone; what happened in those matches was but a small indicator of what a full-scale war would look like something no one involved wanted.

Rising Winter Moon! Mu Jingyu exclaims, and slashes her ice sword upward, truly forming the image of a rising, winter moon, and Lei Yangmings spear goes flying out of his hands, which are, by now, paralyzed by frost.

When Lei Yangming breathes out, his breath turns to vapor and he chuckles. As expected of the Frozen Peak Palaces sword maiden. You are on a completely different level from me. I forfeit.

Mu Jingyu smiles, but her state is a little better than Lei Yangming's. After being chased across the arena for so long, and driven to the brink on so many occasions, it is uncertain how long she wouldve lasted against Lei Yangming, something that doesnt go unnoticed by the elders of the Heavenly Mountain Pavilion.

You did well, Lei Yangming! You almost defeated her; there is nothing to be ashamed of!

Brother Lei, you were so amazing! some of the disciples add, causing Lei Yangming to take his defeat gracefully by also politely bowing to the Frozen Peak Palace disciples in a show of respect and this endeavor to mend fresh wounds.

While everyone is congratulating Lei Yangming even the Seven Killing Swords disciples Tian Li jumps onto the podium. I am sorry, fairy sword maiden, but I have to challenge you! For the sake of my sects glory!

Mu Jingyu, who didnt even get a moments rest, turns around toward Tian Li, and her smile remains frozen on her features. I understand, and do not mind, she says, with a glance to the score board that explains Tian Lis intentions better than any words he could say ever could. Even though it was extremely unlikely, if he won here, and the next few fights, he could, perhaps, recover the Galaxy Sword sects score.

Thank you for being so understanding! Tian Li exclaims.

However, if I win, I want to challenge that person, Mu Jingyu says, her cold, green eyes focused on my owner.

Zhu Xuelian? Tian Li asks, following Mu Jingyus gaze.

Is that her name? Mu Jingyu asks, smiling.

At this point, Lan Xiaohui stands up and smiles. Sister Mu, if you win, it would be my honor to cross swords with you. I had wanted to since the first time I saw you! Good luck!

Mu Jingyu chuckles, while Tian Li makes an expression of feigned disappointment. Arent you supposed to wish me luck, Sister Zhu?

My owner, ever the direct and honest one, sucks her lips in between her teeth for a moment, at her blunder, and then proceeds with wishing Tian Li luck in the match also, though judging by her tone, just a slight bit less luck than she wished for Mu Jingyu.