Kaori Karasawa had plenty of experience in arena matches. Although she didn't understand the referee's words, she knew exactly how the situation played out.
She loosened her muscles and tendons that hadn't had the time to unleash their full power, allowing her gathered Qi to dissipate. She arched her back and bowed solemnly.
"Thank you for your guidance, Lou."
With that, she didn't care if he understood what she meant. She picked up the katana in her scabbard and headed for the Guanwai League changing room. Her mind was in a mess.
To a samurai famed for her swordsmanship, it was humiliating to be interrupted and sheathed her katana. Especially when it happened between a samurai of the same level!
If it had been a few decades or centuries ago, committing suicide by disembowelment would have been a logical choice.
The Xinzhai Sect wouldn't pursue such extremes, but it wasn't uncommon for them to sit in front of Buddha and distance themselves from pleasure. They would train their body and mind in a masochistic manner in hopes of cleansing themselves.
In the recent few decades, such spirits had long faded away, leaving only remnants of their influence. However, that wasn't an excuse to accept with a clear conscience!
She had made two mistakes when Lou Cheng held her katana hilt and prevented her from pulling it out.
First of all, he had never used the Attainment Formula in combination with his self-created Jet Technique. No one would have thought that he could be so fast. It was a stark contrast to Meng Qi's Flying Dragon Takedown, which he had deliberately slowed down in preparation for the Flying Dragon Takedown in order to hide his killing intent and his premonition. However, this wasn't an absolute reason. Based on the fact that Meng Qi had mastered the Attainment Formula and created his own Jet Technique, it was reasonable to assume and take precautions in advance!
Second, his Confrontation Formula had indeed allowed her to dissipate her fighting spirit and lose her impatience. It was as though she had returned to the Buddhist temple where she cultivated her Mind's Eye and entered the Xinzhai realm that only her master possessed. She had the ability to reduce the premonition of Flying Dragon Takedown and surprise her opponent. However, thinking about it now, Lou Cheng hadn't made a mistake that gave her an opportunity. He had predicted such a situation and did it on purpose.
In other words, after she was influenced by her opponent, she thought she had found a loophole in her opponent's trap and found a way to counterattack. However, she had actually fallen into the second trap that he had carefully prepared!
It was because of the feeling of imminent victory that she had forgotten to be wary of Lou Cheng's double stacking speed!
If that wasn't the case, even if she lost, she wouldn't have lost so quickly. Her Fukunaru wouldn't have been pressed back into its scabbard!
"I'm so stupid …" Kaori Karasawa couldn't help but blame herself after she understood.
Her heart was filled with an inexplicable grievance, but it was suppressed by her powerful spirit, so she didn't show it. She just pursed her lips tightly.
"Wow, Kaori-chan's aggrieved look is super cute!"
In the major forums in Japan, many similar words appeared in an instant.
"My heart hurts. I want to comfort her!"
"It's a pity that Kaori-chan isn't like before. I remember when she was a teenager, if she lost, she would try to hold it in, but she wouldn't be able to hold back her tears."
"After all, he's already a Divine Ghost expert."
"I remember selling things like Tears of Hajime …"
"Her opponent is really strong. He actually managed to push Kaori-chan's knife back!"
"It gives people the feeling of attacking from above and below!"
"I've already reminded you that Lou Jun's growth is beyond your imagination!"
"Too abnormal, too terrifying!"
"He's not the only freak and terrifying expert in China."
"We have fallen behind by a lot, but those conservative and stubborn old men can't see it!"
"Heavenly Punishment, you old bastard!"
…
On the Chinese Internet, similar discussions were everywhere. However, the words used to express their love were more direct. Phrases like "Kiss, Hug, Raise Up" could be seen everywhere.
In the changing room of Longhu Club, Empress Luo stood in front of the glass window. Hearing the exclamations and cheers of the live audience, she took a deep breath and said,
"He's indeed good at fighting!"
"It's only been six or seven months since he made the great leap. At this juncture, I'm afraid only Warrior Sage has done better than him in the past twenty to thirty years. Even Dragon King is at most on par with him." Lu Yan's tone was calm, but his evaluation of Lou Jun was quite high.
"…" Ning Zitong slowly turned her head and laughed out loud. "Luckily Dragon King is recuperating. If he had heard what you said just now, we wouldn't be able to see Lou Cheng getting beaten up every week."
"That day will come sooner or later. I'm wondering if he'll take the initiative to challenge me like Long Zhen." Lu Yan's lips twitched as he cracked a rare joke.
Ning Zitong rubbed her temples and sighed.
"Why did we name it Longhu in the first place? Every time something like this happens, I'm reminded of the saying 'two tigers can't live on one mountain'. "
Beside her, Guo Jie stared outside with a complicated expression. There was a desire to chase after Lou Cheng.
Lou Cheng winning against Kaori Karasawa was within expectations. However, no one expected him to win in such a manner!
In the away team changing room, Zhu Xiaoyun, Li Pingao, Zheng Shiduo, and the rest were silent. Only Lu Yongyuan's eyebrows twitched slightly. He stood up with the God-Slaying Saber that had turned the tables on the Legendary Twins.
His expression was calm, and he seemed to be enjoying himself, just like when he saw the first spring rain last night. He didn't show any signs of worry, depression, or shock at Kaori Karasawa's defeat.
Lu Yongyuan pushed open the door and walked out at a moderate pace. He saw the Japanese girl with a heavy expression and pursed lips.
He smiled and nodded without a hint of blame. Then, he walked past her and towards the center of Fiery Hell.
Kaori Karasawa's gaze followed his figure in a daze. For a moment, she had the misconception that she was the victor.
Senior Lu's state of mind has improved again …
Lou Cheng stood where he was. The crimson lava beneath his feet flowed slowly in the crevices. Around him, flames spewed upwards. His eyes were locked on the leisurely Lu Yongyuan.
Compared to last year's Master Battle, this God-Slaying Saber's aura was completely different. He no longer had the feeling of absorbing light from the heavens and earth and bringing dusk forward. He also no longer had the hair-raising feeling of a divine weapon pressing against his forehead.
He was like a woodcutter with a full load or an elder deep in thought as he fished. He had an indescribable harmony with the heavens and earth, as though he was an integral part of the painting.
The more restrained and natural he is, the more terrifying the sharpness of the saber when it is unsheathed … Lu Yongyuan has washed away his dust and found his true self … Thoughts flashed through Lou Cheng's mind. He knew that his opponent had gotten stronger.
During the Master Battle, Lu Yongyuan walked his own path and was in a state of impatience to test his saber. His sharpness was exposed and he was impetuous. But now, he had completely calmed down and returned to his original state.
Only such a God-Slaying Saber could reach the realm of Refining the Head!
Lu Yongyuan stopped where Kaori Karasawa was initially standing.
He looked at Lou Cheng. His chiseled features moved slightly, and he revealed a smile.
"This time, it won't be just nine sabers."
PS: The fight wasn't organized properly, so I had to stop here. Fewer words …
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