Chapter 20: Part 20 - Ci Xue Ideas
After they are amazed by Su Fan's achievements, Dai Mubai continues his explanation about the types of battles in the spirit arena. After that, he takes them to register at the reception desk. Dai Mubai also wants to suggest a duo match, but after noticing the strained relationship between Tang San and Xiao Wu, similar to his own situation, he decides to remain silent and not make things worse.
"Xiao Wu, Iron Level, please come to the arena!"
The announcer's voice echoes in their ears. They all prepare for battle. Xiao Wu faces Qing Bao, the owner of the Iron Horned Beast, and in the end, she wins the match. Next is Zhu Zhuqing's battle against Tang San, which Tang San wins. As Zhu Zhuqing leaves the arena, she meets Dai Mubai, who tries to encourage her, but she just keeps walking, showing no interest at all.
When Zhu Zhuqing returns and sees Su Fan standing alone, her mocking voice immediately rings out.
"Zhu Zhuqing, you are so weak."
Unlike Dai Mubai, who tries to encourage her, Su Fan's mockery fuels Zhu Zhuqing's anger. "Weak" is a painful word for her.
"You lost to a control-type spirit master, even though you should have had the advantage."
"Tang San has abilities that match my speed. How am I supposed to beat him?!"
"As I said before that because you are weak. Your speed is insufficient, your fighting style is terrible, and your battle instincts are dull. No matter what tactics you use against him, you will lose. Simply put, you are weak." Zhu Zhuqing want to refute but nothing came out from her mouth. After a brief of a moment she suddenly ask:
"Then Su Fan, do you have an ide what should I do to become stronger?"
"First, you better improve your terrible fighting style. Even if you've become stronger than Tang San with your fighting style, he's still able to defeat you easily. So i suggests at the very least, you should participate in the spirit arena to train in battles. But that will take a long time because spirit arena fights are limited."
"Do you have a solution?"
"Talk to Dai Mubai and ask him to train with you. He will surely make a lot of time for you."
"What?! You want me to train with that bastard?!"
"Whether he's a bastard or not doesn't matter. What matters is how you use him. Besides, I was personally mentored by someone who wanted to kill me and take over my body. What's the problem with you training with a bastard? Anyway, he likes you, so you might as well take advantage of that just like Ning Rongrong took advantage of Oscar this morning. This is my advice. Whether you take it or not is up to you. After all, you're the one who wants to get stronger, not me."
"Su Fan, Diamond Level, please come to the arena!"
Su Fan pats Zhu Zhuqing's shoulder and then starts walking away. Before long, he arrives at the arena, wearing an Anbu mask with a cat symbol.
"Ladies and gentlemen! This is an incredible match! The legend, the youngest to ever reach the Diamond Level in the history of the spirit arena, a Battle Spirit Master, the Young Sword Master with Kusanagi Sword Martial Spirit! And across from him, we have another Battle Spirit Master, Qing Tian, with Deadly Fire Sword Martial Spirit! Both are sword users! Will Qing Tian be able to break the undefeated streak of the Young Sword Master?!"
Qing Tian gets ready by summoning his martial spirit and his spirit rings, which are white, yellow, yellow, and purple. Meanwhile, Su Fan simply reveals his Kusanagi sword, with the hilt resting on his purple belt. He grips his sword, ready to strike, and his Sharingan glows through the holes in his mask.
"Young Sword Master! Young Sword Master! Young Sword Master!"
The crowd cheers excitedly, chanting Su Fan's pseudonym.
"Ready, begin!"
The moment the word "begin" is heard, Su Fan dashes forward at an incredible speed—so fast that even Tang San cannot clearly see how he moves. Suddenly, he is already in front of Qing Tian.
'Damn! He's so fast!'
Qing Tian quickly grips his sword, preparing to block. As expected, Su Fan slashes at him in the next instant.
Ting!
The sound of metal clashing rings in the ears of the spectators. Su Fan skillfully kicks Qing Tian's chin while controlling his sword which make Qing Tian can't do anything.
'How can he use his legs while wielding a sword?!'
Still recovering from the pain in his chin, Qing Tian is struck again as Su Fan slashes his chest, breaking through his defenses.
"AH!"
Then, Su Fan delivers a powerful kick to Qing Tian's already wounded chest, sending him flying out of the arena. Other spirit masters quickly carry him to the medical room. Su Fan casually twirls his sword between his fingers before slowly sheathing it.
ShhhhTing!
Seeing Su Fan's performance, the audience erupts in cheers, chanting his pseudonym with excitement. The announcer then approaches Su Fan, preparing to lift his hand in victory.
"The battle record of the Young Sword Master: 41 wins, 0 losses. Qing Tian: 69 wins, 58 losses."
After the announcer declares the results, Su Fan quietly leaves the arena, secretly removing his mask when no one is watching. Meanwhile in a VIP room, Qian Renxue and the two Title Douluos guarding her are amazed by the Young Sword Master's battle, already suspecting that he is Su Fan.
"Uncle Ci, what do you think of his performance?" The fat Title Douluo speaks.
"Young Miss, that young man defeated his opponent incredibly fast using speed and combat skills. I cannot judge his exact strength, but I believe he can at least defeat a spirit master one ring above him."
"Yes, Young Miss, that boy has outstanding talent. If we can bring him into the Spirit Hall, he will surely become its sharpest spear in the future."
"If that's the case, do you two have any ideas on how to recruit him?"
"Well..."
Both Title Douluos fall silent. They are unsure whether power, wealth, or status could tempt Su Fan. After all, even if he remains unaffiliated, someone like Su Fan will always shine.
However, the fat Title Douluo suddenly seems to get an idea but hesitates out of fear. Qian Renxue notices his expression and speaks.
"Uncle Ci, if you have an idea, just say it."
"Well, Young Miss, forgive me if this sounds offensive, but what if we offer him marriage with you?"
Immediately, Qian Renxue's face turns red, and the Snake Staff Title Douluo scolds him.
"Ci Xue, do you even realize what you're saying?!"
"She Long, do you have a better idea than mine?" She Long instantly falls silent, thinking for a moment.
"Besides, Young Miss is already of age, and that young man is a suitable candidate for her. Don't you think the Great Priest will be happy if Young Miss can have someone very strong to carry angel bloodline?"
Qian Renxue, who has been silent all this time, finally cannot listen any longer and bursts out like a little girl.
"Uncle Ci, that's enough! Don't say another word!"
Her face now looks adorably flustered, completely different from her usual composed demeanor. Seeing this, She Long and Ci Xue are surprised but then smile at her.
"Understood, Young Miss. I will stop discussing it."
'In the end, Young Miss is still a girl after all.'
Meanwhile, everyone is waiting for Su Fan outside the spirit arena.
"Brother Fan, you were so cool just now! Especially when you defeated your opponent and stylishly sheathed your sword! That was so handsome!"
Su Fan gently ruffles Xiao Wu's hair and she smiles enjoying his touch. His gaze then meets Zhu Zhuqing's for a brief moment before breaking away when Dai Mubai starts speaking.
"Now that everything is done, we can go home."
The fat guy who suddenly spots a woman flirting with him from afar can't hold back and says,
"You guys go ahead. I have something to take care of."
Of course, he doesn't dare ask Dai Mubai to join him afraid that Su Fan will figure out his true intentions and beat him up in public. After the fat guy leave them, suddenly Zhu Zhuqing then approaches Dai Mubai and says,
"Mubai, can you train with me tomorrow?"
Dai Mubai is instantly shocked by Zhu Zhuqing's sudden request.
'Am I dreaming?'
He slaps his face to make sure he isn't dreaming. Zhu Zhuqing, sensing that he might get arrogant, quickly adds,
"Don't get the wrong idea! If Su Fan hadn't suggested this, I wouldn't have even considered approaching you."
With a surprised look, Dai Mubai glances at Su Fan as if silently thanking him. Su Fan just rolls his eyes, uninterested in Dai Mubai's gratitude. Meanwhile, Tang San is left stunned by Su Fan's generosity.
'Why is Su Fan helping Dai Mubai but not me? Is it because he's not interested in Zhu Zhuqing? If so, I need to make him uninterested in Xiao Wu and find a girl who can attract his attention so he will leave Xiao Wu alone!'
Su Fan, who was just watching Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing, now turns his gaze to Tang San, who suddenly looks determined about something.
'What is that kid thinking now?'
To Be Continued...