Chapter 170: The Black-gowned One

Chapter 170: The Black-gowned One

“As blue side has lost its combat ability, red side wins. This match is over.” The referee announced the end of the match.

The stage was a sea of silence, while the people on the side heaved a collective sigh.

“Head referee, this place...” A referee awkwardly looked at the collapsed stage and solicited Lin’s opinions in a soft voice.

“The financial damage caused by the destruction of public facilities shall be equally borne by the two participants.” Lin’s cold voice arrived at the ears of everyone at the scene through the voice amplifier.T/his chapter is updated by nov(ê(l)biin.co/m

“...???” Ji Bai, who had stood motionless with his sword from beginning to end, couldn’t help but feel there was some deep significance behind the inexplicable debt he had been burdened with.

‘Is she trying to use her position to get even with me?’

“As Martial Arena 1 can no longer be used, may I ask all students who are participating in the tournament at this venue to move to Martial Arena 5 instead.” Announced a referee after the chaotic spectacle on the scene had been dealt with.

Ji Bai remained silent as he walked towards the new martial arena.

............

Afternoon, Martial Arena 5.

The second match for Ji Bai had arrived. Armed to the teeth, he got up to the arena and rapped his gauntlets against the hilt of his sword in wait for his opponent.

After some time, a cold gust began to blow over the silent arena.

“Heya! I am the dual-swords knight— Raybia! I’ve long heard of your name, it’s my fortune to meet you today.”

A man wrapped in black fabric from top to bottom had entered his vision, tossing two gleaming swords into the air back and forth as if he was performing a show.

Ji Bai knitted his brows as he had a nagging feeling that things weren’t going to be as simple as he thought.

The man in black leaped into the air, his hands grabbing towards the swords in the air. As his feet landed on the ground, he gave a bow— Only to suddenly realize that one of his hands was empty. Just as he was searching all around for the other sword, hot fresh blood flowed down from his forehead onto his nose.

“Urgh...”

*Thud.*

The eyes of the man in black went blank. White foam came out of his mouth as he collapsed on the ground and fell unconscious.

“Carry him away and have the next participant come in.”

“That was already the last contestant, head referee.”

“Is that so? The match has come to an end, red side wins.”

“??” Ji Bai was somewhat befuddled as he stood in place.

‘Why did he collapse before the fight even started?’

Sitting on the spectator’s seat with her hands holding onto pom-poms, Ke’er looked at the situation unfolding on the stage in an inexplicable manner, feeling really embarrassed over the outfit she had put on. As for Lin Tuo, his loud snores could long be heard from far away. With his arms wrapped around himself, he was in deep sleep with his body curled up on his seat.

Without the presence of demons, it certainly didn’t hold much impetus for him. If this was in the past, Ji Bai wouldn’t have paid it any note.

He silently gazed in the direction of the kitchen.

“Naturally.”

“Alright. If that’s the case, I’ll-...”

“Boom!” The entrance was shattered to pieces along with the stretch of wall surrounding it, sending dust flying in all directions instantly.

“My bad, my bad. I’ll patch it up immediately. Witness my regenerative punch!”

As he howled, the distorted door and the shattered bricks resembled a cassette tape being played in reverse as they returned back to their former position in pristine form.

“Sorry, Brother Ji Bai. Business was somewhat busy this afternoon. Congratulations on your successful promotion.” Huo Lei crouched and stepped into the apartment that was clearly too small for him.

Ji Bai shook his head, expressing that he wasn’t bothered.

“Ohhh! What a nice aroma... Is little Sister Ke’er preparing the meals now?”

“Yo, Huo Lei, you’ve chosen just the right moment to arrive. You’re here for the free meal, aren’t you?” Joked Lin Tuo.

“Ehehehe... Speaking of which, do you have a stool?” Huo Lei stroked his head. He looked around momentarily and caught sight of a sofa that was extremely tiny in comparison with his body.

“The amenities in my house haven’t reached the standards of well-off families, so please try and compromise a little, alright.” The corner of Ji Bai’s mouth twitched a little.

“Hahaha...! I was just joking, I’ll sit on the floor instead.”

............

After having dinner, Ji Bai was relaxing on a bench under the moonlight.

A gust of wind, as desolate as the night, blew by.

“Could I ask your excellency to state the business you have with me?”

“Fwoosh...” A number of withered tree leaves were raised into the air by the nightly wind and subsequently landed on a pale, translucent hand.

It was unknown when a black-gowned person had silently sat on the other end of the bench.

“Fwoosh...” Despite sitting on the same bench, neither party looked toward the other.

“May I know if there’s something your excellency wishes to speak to me about?” Ji Bai’s complexion remained unchanged.

“An identity of a knight, but the blood of the royal family...” With a tone that made it impossible to identify their gender, a voice that seemingly didn’t originate from the black-gowned figure resounded.

In an instance, the air grew excruciatingly thick.

“Interesting... Clearly just a remnant. To think that it’s actually capable of materialization... Did that come from its reliance on willpower? How interesting.” The black-gowned figure let out an ambiguous laugh.

“Whoosh...” Suddenly, a large gust of wind swept over the area. A quick glance told Ji Bai that the other side of the bench was now empty.