Chapter 1094

"China, the winner!"

The main judge announced. The Chinese in the dueling ground hugged each other in celebration. They were so excited that they could not control themselves!

It had been many years since the Chinese team had achieved such an outstanding result in the World College Tournament in Venice. Most importantly, they had earned the right to advance to the finals. Once they defeated the Egyptian team, they would become the undisputed strongest team in the world, a title that many people had been longing for for a long time!

Victory had finally come. As Mu Ningxue took out Asha 'ruiya, her reputation would soon be cleared. She would no longer be ostracized by the renowned clans.

After all, it was impossible for someone who was actually related to the Black Vatican to fight for the glory of their country with all her might. Mu Ningxue did not deserve it, but she did need a chance for everyone to see her to prove herself. She also wanted to prove that she could still amaze the world and become stronger without relying on her laughable clan. Translator: XephiZ Editor: DOCuinn

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"Oh Mu Gong, I remember you made an announcement not long ago that the woman had nothing to do with you … I really don't understand, who made such an interesting decision?" Chairman Shao Zheng asked curiously.

Mu Gong's expression was unpleasant, yet he forced a smile.

Once he returned to the Mu Clan, he swore at those idiots. The incident with the Black Vatican had almost settled down. Why did they have to be so aggressive toward Mu Ningxue and force her to leave? Now, she had won a crucial victory for her country. All the glory belonged to Mu Ningxue alone, and the Mu Clan had nothing to do with it anymore.

Every faction was not stingy with their resources in the World College Tournament because they wanted to make a name for themselves in the world. An organization that could influence the whole world would attract more Mages, and allow the renowned clans to prosper for a long time!

Most importantly, the Chinese team had not only secured an ordinary honor, but had also advanced to the finals. Even if they did not come first, they would surely come second. It was extremely significant for China. If Mu Ningxue was still under the Mu Clan's name, Mu Gong could easily use it to secure the Mu Clan's position as the leader of the entire country!

"The truth is, Mu Tingying's performance wasn't too bad. She's just a little stupid …" someone said. The words were like a knife stabbing into Mu Gong's heart.

Mu Gong put on a fake smile, but he already had a plan in mind.

Mu Gong was not the one who chased Mu Ningxue away. Mu Gong was the chief of the clan, so he did not have full authority over many things. He only learned that Mu Ningxue's cultivation was crippled by the Disciplinary Mages after the incident …

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Mo Fan went to the stage and helped Mu Ningxue out of it.

A faint smile appeared on Mu Ningxue's pale face. It was very faint, but she had indeed smiled.

Mo Fan did not know what to say when he saw the relieved smile on her pale face.

He had put in so much effort, endured the torture of the cold, experienced the ups and downs of human relationships, all for a single victory, a chance to shine in front of everyone …

Mo Fan did not stop the duel between Mu Ningxue and Asha 'ruiya because he understood what she was feeling. However, his heart was aching when he saw her struggling to stand steadily and the tears in her eyes despite her smile.

"It's over, don't use it again. It's going to kill you," Mo Fan helped Mu Ningxue up.

It was the only time Mu Ningxue did not reject Mo Fan's intimacy. She allowed him to hug her. First of all, she did not have the slightest bit of strength left. Second, she knew Mo Fan was the reason why she was able to come this far. She felt at ease leaning on his shoulder, so much so that she did not have to think about anything else. She just closed her eyes and fell asleep …

"How is she?" Zhao Manting, Nanyu, Jiang Shaoxu, Mui Nujiao, and the others came up to Mu Ningxue. They asked in concern when they saw how weak Mu Ningxue was.

"I'm not sure, either," Mo Fan was not a Healer. He was clueless about the damage to her body.

However, after talking to Asha 'ruiya, Mu Ningxue was slowly killing herself by using the Ice Crystal Bow so frequently.

It was not obvious when she was young, but as she grew older, the problem would soon be exposed.

"Well … I'm afraid there's nothing we can do. It's an injury to the soul, the source of life. It's extremely rare to find something that can heal the soul and replenish the source of life," Han Ji said with a sigh after checking Mu Ningxue's condition.

Pang Lai and Feng Li were clueless too …

Mo Fan helped Mu Ningxue to get some rest. Since healing her was useless, it was better to let her rest as soon as possible.

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A pleasant song was playing outside the window. The lively tune overlapped with the sound of cannon salutes in the distance, awakening the half-asleep Mu Ningxue.

She opened her eyes and realized she was lying on a familiar bed. It smelled like her …

People were talking outside the window. They were excitedly discussing the duel between the sword and the bow. They even repeated her name a few times. Every now and then, a few girls would chatter among themselves, saying that she was the Mage they admired the most …

Mu Ningxue knew she did not sleep for long. The cannon salutes were still going off, implying that the Chinese team that had just won the duel was receiving their victory. It was a grand ceremony. Every Mage had the urge to be there. Her mother would always mention it when she was young. Judging from her mother's tone, it sounded like she was only one step away from it.

"You're awake?" Mo Fan sat beside her with a piece of pie in his hand. There was still some grease on his lips.

"You're not receiving your victory?" Mu Ningxue looked at Mo Fan curiously. How could he miss it? It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

"It's just a ceremony, it doesn't really matter if I go or not. I might as well buy some Italian scallion pancakes and eat them while I rest …" Mo Fan leaned against the chair and swayed back and forth. He was enjoying the Italian scallion pancake.

"Why are you eating this every day?" Mu Ningxue rolled her eyes.

"It's delicious. Do you want one? I'll tear it into smaller pieces for you," Mo Fan said.

"Are you alright?" Mu Ningxue looked at Mo Fan. She was confused. Was Mo Fan really as strong as a bull? He was still eating pizza in such a relaxed manner when he was so badly injured. Anyone else would have been lying in a nursing home by now, receiving major surgery from a few Healers.

"I'm recovering pretty quickly. Han Ji cast a few Healing Spells on me, and I'm feeling a lot better now. You know that I can't just lie down or sit still, so I decided to stay here and keep you company. Here, have a piece. Trust me, it's really delicious, "Mo Fan said sternly.

"Can't you just wear gloves?"

"We've been together for so long, what's there to complain about … alright, I'll get another piece."

Mu Ningxue was hungry too. She took a piece, but it was tasteless. Perhaps she was not in the mood to eat. She was just filling her stomach.

"I don't think I'll be able to participate in the finals," Mu Ningxue said grimly.

The duel against Asha 'ruiya had exhausted all her energy. Even without using the Ice Crystal Bow, it was already difficult for her to do so in a normal duel. Her head was hurting like it was being poked by needles when she tried to draw a Star Orbit.

"Leave the rest to me. I have a nickname, the Terminator of Undead. The Egyptian team might be using some unorthodox tricks. If I see through them, I'll beat the crap out of them! "Mo Fan said.

"You're injured too. Will you be able to fight with your full strength?" Mu Ningxue was still worried.

Mo Fan was putting his life on the line just to defeat Zorro in the mixed battle.

"I'll be fine after a few days of rest, unlike you. Your soul is severely injured. It will affect your future cultivation," Mo Fan said.

"I don't want to lose."

"Alright, leave the rest to me. I won't be able to live with myself if I don't come in first," Mo Fan said.

"Mmm!" Mu Ningxue was hoping to come in first. The difference between first and second place was huge. She believed that if the team came in first, her little clan would no longer be involved in Mu He's death. Her father, Mu Zhuoyun, and the others had been like rats on the street for the past two years. They could not even live a peaceful life as an ordinary person.

"What's your plan for the future?" Mo Fan suddenly asked.

"Future?" Mu Ningxue was startled.

That's right, she had been focusing on the World College Tournament. The World College Tournament was about to come to an end, and she suddenly felt like she had lost her direction.

Mu Ningxue had sworn to go against the Mu Clan on the flying bridge in Venice, but where was she going to start from? It was not easy to topple the Mu Clan!

"I … I want to establish my own clan," Mu Ningxue finally said after hesitating for a moment.

She had been thinking about it for some time. She believed it would be difficult for her to leave the clan since she was one of them. However, she did not want the other clans to control her life. Therefore, she decided to establish her own clan and revitalize her clan.

"That's not a bad idea, I'll support you," Mo Fan nodded.

Mo Fan was a man who liked to live his life freely, but Mu Ningxue was born in a renowned clan. She had a lot of things to worry about. Mo Fan believed she would still choose the same path. There was nothing wrong with the path. Those who were kind were easily bullied by others. Without a strong background, the people around them would be easily dragged into the mess, like Mu Tingying and Nanrong Ni. Besides, Mu Ningxue had made an enemy out of the Mu Clan. She was basically asking for death if she fought alone.

Mo Fan's conflict with the Lu Clan was not over yet, either. Mo Fan was not a fan of clans, but helping Mu Ningxue was the same as helping himself.

"I'll introduce my maid to you when we return to Shanghai. She has a bunch of wealthy merchants with her. You might be able to use them," Mo Fan said.