Mu Xue and Mu Xue

Time passed by quickly like running water. On days without competitions, their lives were as dull as a calm lake, with hardly a ripple.

What I do every day is basically the same, either practicing or eating, repeating over and over again like a machine.

However, Mu Xue was an exception. She was not keen on cultivation. In her opinion, cultivation was important, but there were other interesting things in life worth doing.

However, she would occasionally go to the grove, where, in the quiet of the woods, she would hand over control of her body to Mu Xue.

When she has control of her body, she will shoot as many arrows as she wants. The sound of the sharp arrows cutting through the air is like an outlet for her inner frustration. Every time she draws the bow and shoots an arrow, it is like a conversation with the world, allowing her to find her own happiness in this short time.

In fact, Mu Xue had communicated with Mu Xue many times, hoping that she could go out more often and experience the outside world.

But Mu Xue always refused. She seemed to be accustomed to the hidden state in Mu Xue's body and had an inexplicable resistance to the outside world.

But Mu Xue was a stubborn person. She couldn't bear to see Mu Xue trapped in that small "world". Under her insistence, Mu Xue had no choice but to come out occasionally and practice archery in the woods, their little world.

Of course, such actions are extremely secretive.

Mu Xue never lets anyone follow her, because she knows very well that once others know about this special situation, she will probably be regarded as a weirdo.

In this world, being different often attracts strange looks and unnecessary trouble.

So, apart from Lin Mo who had come here with her, no one else had ever set foot in this grove.

The next day, the Star Arena was bustling with activity. A flood of people came to watch the game, a scene that was simply astonishing. The number of people was much greater than during the previous three games, ten times greater than before.

"Wow! There are so many people today. Why are there so many more?" Mu Xue stood in the crowd, eyes wide open, and said in surprise and joy.

Her surprised expression seemed to express her disbelief at the sudden huge crowds of people, and her joy was revealed in her slightly upturned mouth and bright eyes.

She was surprised because the sudden increase in the number of people was beyond her imagination, but she was happy because more people meant more fun, and that lively atmosphere was like an invisible magic that lifted her mood.

"Because today's game is a one-on-one match, it's much more exciting than the previous three games, so there are more people. The remaining two-on-two and seven-on-seven matches will only get more people."

Yun Yufei explained with a smile, his deep eyes flashing with wisdom, as if he knew everything.

"I'm really looking forward to it more and more." Mu Xue rubbed her hands excitedly, her eyes full of anticipation, like a child waiting for a gift.

A few people chatted happily for a while in the lively atmosphere. Time passed quietly in laughter and joy, and finally it was time for the competition to start.

The Chief Judge's majestic figure reappeared on the stage. He stood like a towering mountain in the center, emanating an awe-inspiring aura. Then, his resounding voice echoed like thunder over the arena: "Please invite the students from the two academies to the stage for the one-on-one competition!"

As soon as the chief referee finished speaking, two figures appeared on the ring like lightning.

The speed was so fast that it was almost impossible to see how they moved. In a flash, they were already standing steadily on the ring.

Many people in the seats were shocked by the amazing speed, and they all exclaimed in amazement, with sounds of praise coming one after another.

The two people on the stage look very imposing and their strength should not be underestimated.

There was a girl from Luanfeng College who attracted everyone's attention as soon as she appeared.

Her figure is perfect, and her graceful posture seems like a work of art carefully carved by God.

The sky blue dress made her look even more beautiful and charming. The hem of her skirt swayed gently in the wind, showing off her curvy figure.

A slight breeze blew by, and her long hair, like a waterfall, fluttered in the wind, as if an invisible hand was caressing it.

She stood there like a fairy from a fairyland, exuding an otherworldly temperament that made people fall in love with her.

A rare "normal person" also appeared on the side of Guozu Academy. In this competition full of strange people, his image stood out.

He is a handsome man with sharp eyebrows, bright eyes, clear facial lines and a strong determination.

He was wearing a yellow suit, the texture of which looked unusual and emitted a mysterious luster.

Around him, there seemed to be an invisible aura flowing slowly, emitting invisible momentum, giving everyone in the audience an invisible sense of oppression, like a volcano about to erupt, containing enormous energy.

"Both parties have signed a treaty!" the Chief Judge shouted.

"Wang Ruixue from Luanfeng College! I can see that you are different from the others. You are a capable person. I hope I can enjoy this match to my heart's content."

Wang Ruixue's voice was as cold as the wind on an iceberg, and her sharp eyes stared at her opponent, as if she wanted to see through him.

"Li Lili from Guozu Academy! Your Excellency is too kind. I'm just one of the two normal people in our seven-person team. The rest of us are basically those rich people who paid money to get in. Compared to them, I'm probably more normal."

"However, you Luanfeng Academy members, don't underestimate the remaining matches. Although you are strong and these matches may seem effortless to you, now that I'm here and standing on this stage, I must give it my all. I won't give up easily. What if I win? On this field, anything is possible."

Li Lili's voice was extremely powerful, like a huge bell, resonating in the air. It had an invisible force that seemed to bring people an inexplicable sense of security, allowing the audience around him to feel his firm belief.

Throwing insults at each other during the game is a tacitly accepted practice in this competition.

Although this was not explicitly stated in the lengthy and complex rules of the competition, after repeated attempts by previous generations, everyone tacitly knew that this was allowed.

This is the case in every competition. This unwritten rule seems to have become part of the competition tradition, adding a bit of tension to the competition.

"The name-calling is over. Now, let's announce the rules of the competition. You may use props, but only those you have crafted yourself. If you violate the rules, you will be deemed to have lost the match. If you violate the rules in a subsequent two-on-two situation, the entire team will be deemed to have lost. Everyone, please remember this and don't take any chances."

The referee glanced around the ring seriously, making sure everyone could hear what he said.

"Also, this competition allows for lethal force, but there's no need to worry about your lives. I'll be watching closely from the sidelines, and if any danger arises, I'll be there to rescue you. This ring is the competition venue. Falling off it will result in an immediate loss, so let's get started!"

The referee's voice was like a battle horn, making the atmosphere in the entire stadium extremely tense.

The referee gave the order, but neither of them took the initiative to attack. Instead, like two cautious cheetahs, they retreated a distance at the same time.

Their eyes were fixed on each other, as if they were looking for each other's flaws. Their gazes seemed to materialize, creating invisible sparks in the air.

They didn't act rashly, but just looked at each other quietly. The air around the entire ring seemed to freeze, and a depressing feeling of impending storm enveloped the arena.

"Miss Ruixue, why don't you take action yet? Didn't we agree to fight to our heart's content?" Li Lili broke the silence first, with the corners of his mouth slightly raised, with a hint of provocation.

He exerted a little force with his feet, and a tiny crack seemed to appear on the stone slab of the ring beneath his feet. It can be seen that his seemingly relaxed posture actually contains huge power.

Wang Ruixue did not answer him, but just kept looking at him coldly. Her eyes were like ice in winter, without a trace of warmth.

She just stood there quietly, her posture upright, like a snow lotus blooming on an ice peak, beautiful yet making people afraid to approach easily.

"Since the lady won't make the first move, then I will throw the first punch of the competition!" As soon as he finished speaking, his figure shot out like a cannonball.

His speed was so fast that it brought up a gust of wind. The wind swept across the ring, making the surrounding flags flutter.

Neither Wang Ruixue nor Li Lili took out their weapons, but chose to start fighting with their bare hands.

They all seemed to want to test each other's strength in the most primitive way first.

Li Lili's punches were powerful and strong, each punch contained a thousand pounds of force, and the speed was as fast as lightning.

His fist cut through the air, making a whistling sound, and the wind from his fist was like a sharp blade, whistling towards Wang Ruixue.

Wang Ruixue handled the situation with ease. Her figure was as light as a swallow, and she dodged nimbly under Li Lili's violent attack.

Every movement she made was perfect, and she didn't seem to be under any pressure at all. She looked so calm and composed, as if she was strolling in the garden.

The expression on Wang Ruixue's face never changed. It was always cold, as if nothing around her could affect her.

The two of them were extremely fast, and their figures on the ring kept flashing like ghosts.

Their every attack and every dodge was dazzling. The audience held their breath and stared at the ring without blinking, afraid of missing any exciting moment.