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chapter 35
The arena didn’t calm down after the first round. If anything— It grew louder. The weaker participants had been eliminated quickly. What remained now were students who could actually fight, students who had trained for this moment, students who were no longer just testing themselves—but trying to win. Tang Mo leaned against the stone railing, watching the ongoing matches. “…They’re getting better.” Qin Yue nodded. “The movements are tighter.” Below them, two students clashed in the center of the arena. One used a spear, the other a pair of short blades. Their exchanges were faster than before, more deliberate. Each strike had intent behind it. No wasted motion. No hesitation. Tang Mo exhaled slowly. “…Good.” Qin Yue glanced at her. “You’re enjoying this.” Tang Mo smirked. “Of course.” She pushed herself off the railing. “This is the first time I don’t feel like I’m about to lose control halfway through a fight.” That alone was enough. --- Lu Chang stood slightly
chapter 34
The academy did not wait.At sunrise, the bell rang three times.Not the usual call to training.Something heavier.Something final.---By the time Lu Chang arrived at the main arena, the place was already filled.Stone stands rose in layers around a wide circular platform at the center, each tier packed with students, teachers, and even a few academy elders seated higher above.Voices overlapped.Excitement.Tension.Expectation.Tang Mo looked around and let out a low whistle.“…This is bigger than I thought.”Qin Yue stood beside her, her gaze steady.But even she couldn’t ignore the pressure.There were too many eyes.Too many people watching.Lu Chang stopped just before the entrance tunnel that led to the arena floor.“Stay calm,” he said.Tang Mo smirked.“You say that like we’re nervous.”Qin Yue didn’t respond.But she took a slow breath.In.Out.The resonance between them stirred faintly.Stable.---A loud voice echoed across the arena.“Participants, prepare!”The noise
chapter 33
They didn’t rush back. That was the first difference. A few days ago, Tang Mo would have already been halfway to the academy gates, dragging Qin Yue along and shouting about points and promotion. Now— They walked. Steady. Tired, but composed. --- The forest gradually thinned as they moved outward. Light returned first. Then sound. Distant voices. Wind through lighter branches. The normal rhythm of the academy creeping back in. Tang Mo stretched her arms above her head as they walked. “…I can’t feel my shoulders.” Qin Yue glanced at her. “You say that every time.” “Yeah, but this time I mean it.” She rolled her arm once and winced. “…That bear hit harder than the last one.” Lu Chang didn’t turn. “You blocked it incorrectly.” Tang Mo stared at his back. “…You’re seriously correcting me right now?” “Yes.” She let out a short laugh. “…Unbelievable.” But she didn’t argue further. Because she knew he was right. --- They reached the academy gates just as the a
chapter 32
The decision was made the moment they left the plaza. No delay. No discussion. Only direction. --- The academy gates stood open, but the path beyond them felt different today. Heavier. Not because of the forest— But because of the time. Two days. That was all that remained. Tang Mo walked beside Lu Chang, hands resting loosely at her sides. “…You’re serious about finishing it today, right?” “Yes.” No hesitation. No doubt. Tang Mo smirked. “…Good.” Qin Yue followed quietly, her steps steady. But inside— Her thoughts were sharper than before. Eight hundred and ninety. Only one hundred and ten points left. Close enough to see. Close enough to reach. But still dangerous. Because the closer you got— The easier it was to make a mistake. --- They entered the forest. No words this time. No jokes. No complaints. Even Tang Mo stayed quiet. Because they all understood the same thing. This was not training. This was the last step before the real fight. --- T
chapter 31
The night passed more quietly than any of the nights before it. For once, there were no violent surges of Qi tearing through meridians. No sudden spikes of heat or cold forcing control through sheer will. Only balance. Only rhythm. Qin Yue woke before dawn. The dormitory was still dark, the faint gray light of early morning just beginning to seep through the windows. Most of the other students were still asleep, their breathing soft and even. She sat up slowly. For a moment, she didn’t move. She simply observed. Her Qi. It moved differently now. Before, every circulation felt like resistance. Like something inside her body was always slightly out of place, always slightly wrong. Now— It flowed. Smooth. Clear. Obedient. She lifted her hand slightly and focused. A faint layer of frost gathered at her fingertips. No shaking. No delay. No pain. Her eyes softened slightly. “…So this is control.” For the first time since entering the academy— She felt complete. Tan
chapter 30
Chapter 30: The Last Points The forest felt different the next morning. Not quieter. Not darker. Just… heavier. Like it was watching them. Tang Mo stepped over a thick root and stretched her neck, rolling it from side to side. “…Tell me we’re not going deeper than yesterday.” Lu Chang didn’t slow down. “We are.” Tang Mo sighed. “Of course we are.” Qin Yue walked beside her, her pace steady, her breathing even. But inside, she could feel it. The difference. Her Qi was smoother now. Not just stronger. Cleaner. Like the rough edges had been shaved off overnight. She glanced at Tang Mo. “…How do you feel?” Tang Mo flexed her fingers. “…Better.” Then she smirked. “…Still stronger than you though.” Qin Yue shook her head lightly. “You wish.” Lu Chang stopped walking. Both girls immediately became alert. “What is it?” Qin Yue asked. Lu Chang didn’t answer right away. He crouched slightly, brushing his fingers across the ground. Tracks. But not like the others
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