Chapter 169 (1/2)

Chapter 169: A heated Fight

Nan Xun realized that this was an opportunity for him to resolve the deep-rooted concerns in Jun Huang's heart. He knew Jun Huang could not get pa.s.s the destruction of Western Que. Nan Xun had wanted to help her overcome her past, but he didn't want to upset Jun Huang by bring it up. Now that the topic was on the table, Nan Xun didn't have to hesitate anymore.

He knelt down before Jun Huang and took her hand. ”It's not your fault,” Nan Xun said seriously. ”Eastern Wu is ambitious. They would have invaded Western Que no matter what. You were only a convenient target for them to band together after. It also wasn't your fault that the imperial city fell. You are but one person. How could you possibly stand against an entire army? You're not a G.o.d. You can't be blamed.”

”They had exploited human nature to provoke the conflict,” Nan Xun said gently. His only goal was to comfort Jun Huang. ”It's not your fault. Besides, haven't we figured out that Jun Hao and Yin Yun are still safe and sound? We will find them. You should focus on recovering for those who put their trust in you. Do you understand what I'm saying?”

Jun Huang calmed down gradually. She lowered her head and nodded. ”I understand, but… It's my fault that they were able to catch Western Que off guard. If the world can unite into one peaceful country, there will be no killings.”

”That's why you should take care of yourself,” Nan Xun pushed, tightening his grip on Jun Huang's arm to remind her of his existence. ”Recover and see the world become a peaceful one with your own eyes. Stop dwelling on your past.”

Nan Xun didn't say anything Jun Huang hadn't known. She was often more clear-headed than others. There was just this one mental block in her mind. Something that had been keeping her going. Without it, she wouldn't be able to stay strong.

Jun Huang knew she was getting weaker and weaker. What pushed her forward were the few people she cared about, and her desire to get revenge.

Jun Hao had been the sole purpose of her life, but Nan Xun's existence toppled the walls she put around herself. She adored him. That she couldn't deny. And she knew Nan Xun returned her feelings. Under the circ.u.mstances, however, there was a limit to what she could give him.

Jun Huang was used to relying on herself. She didn't want to give Nan Xun hope and then took it away when she took her last breath. She didn't want him to despair when she died. She didn't want to subject the man she loved to such pain.

She shook herself awake and pulled her hand out of Nan Xun's grip. Her action seemed casual, but Nan Xun felt the loss keenly. Still, he was glad to see Jun Huang regain control of her mind. He let out a relieved sigh. Fortunately his words were good for something.

Jun Huang pushed aside her messy feelings and put on a smile. ”I'm alright. I feel a little warm because of the alcohol. I want to stretch my legs and train a little. I've decided to pick myself up. I still have people to fight tomorrow.”

Nan Xun paused before taking Jun Huang's pulse. He wasn't a doctor, but with his training, he knew at least how to tell a strong pulse from a weak one. He thought for a moment before nodding.

”If you want to go, I'll go with you,” Nan Xun said gently. Perhaps this would be a good distraction to prevent Jun Huang from dwelling on her past.

Jun Huang nodded. They went downstairs together.

The second day saw Jun Huang's fourth match. The referee called out for her and Rong'er to take the stage. Jun Huang would be lying if she said she wasn't surprised. She knew Rong'er would not give up until they had this fight. She kept her expression in check.

Rong'er scoffed. It pleased her that she could finally give Jun Huang what she deserved. Rong'er held onto her long whip and looked at Jun Huang with her head held high. She would show Nan Xun how different she was. She believed that Jun Huang was no match for her.

”Gentleman Feng's ill look made me want to weep,” Rong'er sneered.

Unexpectedly, Jun Huang didn't react at all. Not even a twitch of her eyebrows. She looked at Wan'er with an aloof expression. The long sword in her hand shone brightly under the sun.

Jun Huang charged at Rong'er with her sword, catching Rong'er off guard. She didn't expect Jun Huang to attack without any warnings. She barely dodged the attack with a twist of her body. Some of the audience members laughed at her.

Rong'er tensed up. Jun Huang must have done that on purpose! She raised her whip and struck at Jun Huang.

Jun Huang stepped aside when the whip was about to hit her. It was simply a reflex to conserve stamina, but Rong'er saw it as another insult to her. She lunged at Jun Huang and kicked at her. Jun Huang could feel the force Rong'er had put behind her kick. With narrowed eyes, Jun Huang met the kick with her own. They both staggered back after the impact.