"Don't misunderstand. I'm only after the Command Waist Card." Xu Ruoyan's beautiful face was impassive as she spoke, her tone detached.
But her words were unconvincing.
There were two more Command Waist Cards available later, and Xu Ruoyan hadn't made a move for the previous ones. Why would she contend with Ling Chen for this particular one?
If Ling Chen lost, he would be unable to obtain a Command Waist Card; that was the rule of this martial gathering.
"In that case, let us battle."
Ling Chen knew Xu Ruoyan harbored resentment. Further words were useless; only a battle held the hope of quelling her bitterness.
Even though Xu Ruoyan appeared calm, a woman's jealousy, once ignited, was a fearsome thing.
CLANG!
The moment his words fell, Xu Ruoyan's sword was already unsheathed. The Treasure Sword in her hand was none other than the Cloud and Water Sword. Its blade seemed veiled in a thin mist, exuding a hazy, enigmatic aura that made it unfathomable.
