Yu Zhúlín looked away from Ravel's expression. His own brows were furrowing and he revealed a small discontented frown on his face. He moved his shoulders, and shrugged."Were you the one that saved me?" He asked, already knowing the full incompetency of the team of medics that was attending on the tournament. It made Yu Zhúlín wonder if they truly had saved someone's life with the level of expertise that they are showing. Surely not. It was hard for him to see these group of medics helped save anyone in a life threatening situation. The best these people could do was nurse up some scratches and prop up some dislocated joints here and there. So when Yu Zhúlín asked if Ravel saved him, he already knew the answer even before hearing it.And truly to his expectations. Ravel nodded, however, the butler shook his head afterwards. "You know, I follow a master right?" The Butler said knowingly. "Would I really act to my own accord to save you, sir Yu Zhúlín?" He added, there was a mischie

Zhi Ruo's words fell like a heavy weight, plunging the room into an uncomfortable silence. Yu Zhúlín and Ravel exchanged glances, their eyes meeting in a momentary connection that spoke volumes. Zhi Ruo, keenly observant, caught the unspoken exchange, but chose to remain silent, tilting her head slightly as if to acknowledge the hidden meaning she had perceived. Confused as to what the two talked about beforehand for them to have an interaction like this. "I am healed, but I'm grateful to have some extra time to gather myself back up." Yu Zhúlín nodded, not a hint of mischievousness and ignorance was seen on his face. "I am not exactly in the right state of clothing, as you can see." Yu Zhúlín motioned to his half naked body. Zhi Ruo's understanding nod carried a hint of empathy as she resonated with Yu Zhúlín's predicament. She, too, yearned for the luxury of time, a precious respite from the impending task that loomed over her. However, her loyal butler's presence and her own inna

"_+)#)@)#/@(#)#($" intellectual curse words slipped from Alberu's mouth as he walked, stomping his feet as he went. It was to the point that even Zhi Ruo was impressed by the things that he said, not even once did a curse word repeat. The younger girl had half the mind to pull out a notepad and start jolting down notes for further reference."What the fuck do mean when you said that he won't be fighting on the next round? He's forfeiting?" Alberu asked for clarifications, like he could not believe that Yu Zhúlín even have a thought of giving up when he had a another chance. Like it was simply unheard of."You heard my servant, are you deaf or something? Why must you ask for a clarification." Exasperated, Zhi Ruo rolled her eyes at Alberu's antics. She still doesn't get the theatrics that the masked man was pushing through. Her first impression of the masked man wasn't like THIS, what changed? Apparently many things did.Alberu ignored Zhi Ruo's words, "Did I beat him that hard? He is

"What is up with the delay?" His voice, laced with annoyance, pierced the quiet of the room, echoing off the walls like a dissonant melody. As he strode purposefully inside, the familiar face of the seasoned practitioner of the flights emerged from the shadows, drawing the attention of all present. A collective gaze turned towards him, a silent acknowledgment of his arrival, yet the air remained thick with unspoken tension, pregnant with anticipation for what would unfold next. In that suspended moment, every breath held its own story, every heartbeat a whispered tale, weaving together a narrative of expectation and uncertainty that hung palpably in the stillness of the room."Contestant Yu Zhúlín relinquished the fight against contestants Ye Zhi Ruo," announced one of the practitioners in the room, his hands flipping over a stack of official tournament papers adorned with the authoritative seal. "The decision has received approval from the overseers. Contestant Ye Zhi Ruo is now sla

"Introducing the woman in the mask, Ye Zhi Ruo! And opposite of her, the man in the mask Alberu Luminof!" The announcer's words set the crowd ablaze with excitement, Zhi Ruo could not help but et her lips quirk when she heard her name being chanted. A lot of banners was hung around her, offering her words of encouragement.It looked like one of those football games that you would go to. However, this was more spectacular and there were certainly more people in attendance compared to football games that Zhi Ruo went to at the past. But the excitement was delightful it seems, only to Alberu though.Zhi Ruo spared Alberu a tired glance before her attention was drawn back up again. But this time, it seems like the fight was officially starting.The announcer finally left the arena after a few words that Zhi Ruo tuned off. It wasn't until she saw the practioner step into her view did she realize that it was starting.Alberu looked around as the barrier went up to cover the arena. His eyes