Star Iron: The Past and Present Life of the Gender-Swapped Dragon Lord

"According to some unreliable rumors, I've heard that Yan Qingxiao is currently seriously injured. Is this true?"

I was interviewed on March 7th, and the reporter immediately asked me this kind of question.

The pink-haired girl pondered for a moment and then gave her answer.

"real."

"I see. May I ask why he was so seriously injured?"

"You might not believe it, but it was a traffic accident."

"A traffic accident involving the Star Chariot? That was dangerous!"

Faced with the slightly dazed-looking young girl's face on March 7th, the reporter readily offered a smile.

"After the martial arts ceremony begins, Miss March 7th will face challenges from sword masters from different worlds. Are there any opponents you're particularly looking forward to?"

"Yes, there are. There are nine contestants like this in total."

"May I ask which contestant it is?"

"It is a plain dress."

"Su, Su Chang...who is that? I seem to have seen this name online quite often lately."

The reporter looked puzzled, then smiled at March 7th.

"Thank you so much for agreeing to the interview, thank you!"

Only after leaving the camera on March 7th did my tense body relax a little.

After wandering around for a while, March 7th came to a man carrying a sword on his back.

The man muttered to himself, "Damn it, I've long heard of Yan Qing's reputation as a valiant guard. I came here hoping to meet him and have a friendly spar with him."

"Who would have thought he would take on a disciple and even have his disciple defend the arena in his place? This is an utter disgrace to Yaoqing—to flee without a fight!"

"Who exactly is this March 7th who temporarily replaced him?"

Sweating profusely on the seventh day of the third lunar month—isn't that exactly what describes me?

Turning to look at the man, March 7th tried to say hello.

But before saying hello, March 7th remembered Yun Li's words.

So she turned and looked the man up and down.

He carried a sword on his back, and...

Did he bring an electromagnetic crossbow?

No, man!

March 7th was a great shock.

I should have brought my bow with me!

Can we still play like this?

"Hello, young lady. Are you also here to participate in the title defense competition?"

The man was drawn to March 7th's surprised gaze and asked a question.

He quickly realized what was happening and nodded on March 7th.

"That's right, I am March 7th."

"What? You're that...that...that...that..."

"Hey, can't you talk normally?"

"What? You're the one from March 7th?"

The Yaoqing warrior stood with his hands on his hips, exuding an imposing aura: "March 7th, standing before you is... a veteran of the Cloud Cavalry who has practiced swordsmanship for over two hundred years!"

"The specific year?"

"250 years!"

"Has Little Blackie finally shown his true colors?"

"Oh, what are you doing~"

"..."

After a series of abstract conversations, March 7th finally got to know the contestant.

Having found Yun Li, the two then began their "plan".

"It's said that a swordsman from the Zhu Ming Immortal Ship will challenge Yan Qingxiaowei at this martial arts ceremony. Who do you think would win if these two fought? Can you give a rational analysis?"

"It's definitely Yan Qingxiaowei who will win! His swordsmanship has reached a state of perfection. I was fortunate enough to witness his heroic figure capturing the villain with his flying sword in the Star Chariot Sea. He only needed three or two moves to..."

As I walked along the road, I heard lively discussions everywhere.

Listening to the two discussing Yun Li beside them, March 7th deliberately let out a loud yell.

"My goodness, isn't that Miss Yun Li, a contestant from the Zhu Ming Immortal Boat!"

Yun Li immediately pulled him away before he could repeat the March 7th date.

Pulling and dragging her to the side, Yun Li clapped her hands on the third month of the seventh lunar month.

"What are you doing?"

"Hehe, isn't this just to let others see Master Yunli's heroic figure?"

"You're the only one who talks too much!"

Upon arriving before a Yunqi (a type of cavalry) officer on duty, wielding a Yunqi formation sword, the officer lowered his head in greeting.

"Looking for me? Hmm, is there anything you want to ask?"

On March 7th, I observed the other party's sword... well, there wasn't one.

Clearing his throat, March 7th asked with a sincere expression.

"Brother Yunqi, do you have any weaknesses?"

Weakness? What a strange question.

It was clear that the Cloud Rider was somewhat bewildered by the question.

But in the end, he still found a "weakness" that wasn't really a weakness.

"If I had to ask about my weaknesses... I tend to cause awkward silences as soon as I open my mouth, is that a weakness?"

"...?"

March 7th and Yun Li both had a bunch of question marks above their heads.

Fortunately, Brother Yunqi understood the two men's intentions at this point.

“I understand, Miss March 7, Miss Yun Li, I am not a contestant, I am a guard responsible for the security of the event.”

"Nothing's wrong; things are perfectly calm."

March 7th and Yunli: ...

"As expected, another awkward silence... Did you guys get the joke? 'The word 'lang' (浪) is a homophone for 'wolf,' which is quite amusing."

March 7th and Yunli: ?

Is Sino topped out?

The Cloud Cavalry Formation Blade in my hand is starting to resemble a certain five-star ship's oar more and more. (Just kidding.)

March 7th shivered, recalling a white ball in a snowy landscape.

On that day, someone else told a joke of a similar nature.

Yun Li also felt that her best friend was turning into an old popsicle.

When the leader of the Cloud Cavalry saw the two fall silent, he looked dejected.

"Sigh, I always manage to create awkward silences when I open my mouth. It really is my weakness."

"The number of visitors is still increasing, please be very careful." Joking aside, he still knew his job was right.

"..."

"These people are all...so unique."

Yun Li leaned against the wall, feeling that her teaching of "know yourself and know your enemy" to San Yueqi hadn't really resulted in anything.

My lips twitched; I didn't know how to comfort you.

"The first match of the 'Martial Arts Ceremony' is about to begin. How are you doing in March?"

"Me? I'm fine. Seeing so many people gathered together, I suddenly felt at ease for some reason. Looking at these contestants, I don't know why, but I suddenly felt calm."

It's good that you're alright; it seems I don't need to comfort you.

"I understand Master Yunli's intention in telling me to 'know yourself and know your enemy,' and I'm not as nervous as before!" (hehe)

"Huh? What do you understand?"

"Besides what Master Yunli taught me, chatting with others is also a way to relieve tension. This way, I can understand my opponent and reduce my tension at the same time. It's a win-win situation."

On the seventh day of the third month, he sighed deeply.

Yun Li could only echo, "Ha...haha, this is truly killing two birds with one stone."

I checked the time and realized it was about time.

Holding onto March 7th's hand, Yun Li quickly walked towards the competition entrance.

"Let's go, let's go, it's about to begin."

"Huh? So fast?"

"..."

The two of them went up to the high platform together. San Yueqi, who was not nervous at first, suddenly felt his legs go weak.

Buhou! His composure has completely crumbled!

"Master Yunli, I... I seem to be getting nervous again! Can I really do it?" (Hehe)

"There's no other way, time's almost up."

"What time is it?"

March 7th's face tightened. "My heart keeps pounding when I think about the mission General Huaiyan entrusted to me. Master Yunli, what should we do?"

"It would be troublesome if your heart stopped beating. Get into the mood and prepare yourself."

Yun Li shook her head: "I have to leave temporarily to thoroughly inspect various parts of the ship. This is also a mission that Grandpa entrusted to me."