Chapter 334 - Honouring the Bet (1/2)
”Hahaha! What an impressive fight from the youngsters!” one of the older guests laughed in a hearty manner. ”But I guess the winner is decided now, isn't that right, Elder Yinghe?”
Many of the attendees present were representatives of influences that were under the Divine Storm Sect, but not this guest.
He might be here to offer his congratulations, but deep in his heart, he was secretly complaining that the Divine Storm Sect was putting on such an unnecessarily huge show for something as minor as a wedding.
Unfortunately, Dongquan Juewei's talent was real – that he could not deny. So he could not blame the Divine Storm Sect for wanting to show off the rare genius to the world.
But now, he finally found something he could pick on!
Chengban, a core disciple of the Divine Storm Sect, actually lost to a nameless martial artist three Origin Cycles below him!
His words shook the entire main hall of its daze, their eyes shifting from the stars of the match to Elder Yinghe.
That's right.
Lu Tianzi might not have been able to deal the final blow because of Elder Yinghe's interference, but her interference alone should be enough of an indication that the fight was over.
Now then, how would the elder of the Divine Storm Sect react?
Elder Yinghe took a deep breath to calm herself down before looking up at Chengban who was still hovering in the air. ”Come down, Chengban. You have lost.”
Chengban obviously already knew that, but hearing the words from his teacher's mouth was akin to rubbing salt in his wounds.
He obediently descended to the ground, but what he was feeling right now was not guilt from causing his teacher and his sect to lose face on a joyous occasion like this.
Instead, all Chengban felt was hatred as he continued to glare at Lu Tianzi.
The only thing in his mind right now was how Lu Tianzi had caused him to lose face in front of all the esteemed guests present today.
On the other hand, Lu Tianzi continued watching Elder Yinghe with caution.
Just a casual move from Elder Yinghe just now had already caused him light internal injuries. So he could not help but feel wary of her.
Seeing that she did not seem inclined to interfere again, Lu Tianzi's gaze finally shifted back to Chengban.
”You lost. Now it is time to honour our bet!” Lu Tianzi said.
Chengban's expression immediately turned dark, his fists clenched in rage.
Honour their bet?
That meant that he not only had to slap himself three times in front of everyone present, he even had to give up his treasure sword!
That would be a huge loss for him in both honour and material terms!
Elder Yinghe sighed upon seeing the look of indignanace on her student's face. She knew better than anyone just how Chengban was feeling right now.
Without any better options, she could only turn her gaze towards Dongquan Juewei.
It was obvious that the Tempest Overlord was intending to let the First Disciple handle all matters for the day, so there was no better person to turn to for help.
Catching her pleading gaze, Dongquan Juewei nodded calmly with a smile on his face.
”Brother Bayuen, it seems like you have been completely wrong this time,” Dongquan Juewei laughed.
”Tch!” Bayuen clicked his tongue in response.
Ignoring Bayuen's irritation, Dongquan Juewei stood up to address everyone. ”That was an entertaining and impressive performance from both parties, let's all put our hands together to thank them for their efforts!”
Dongquan Juewei started clapping.
With his lead, the members of the Divine Storm Sect quickly caught on as well, and soon a thunderous applause resounded throughout the main hall.
Even the invited guests could not help but laugh in their hearts as they followed along.
This Dongquan Juewei was truly something, to actually reinterpret a duel born of hatred and disdain into a mere performance!
What a way to disguise the shameful proceedings of the day from the outside world!
”What are you waiting for?” Lu Tianzi completely ignored the applause and said to Chengban.
”Hold on a second, this young brother. Tianzi, is it?” Dongquan Juewei spoke up before Chengban could reply. ”No matter what, this is still my big day, why don't you give me some face and hear me out first?”
Lu Tianzi turned his attention towards Dongquan Juewei. ”Are you trying to intercede for him?”
Not expecting such blatant lack of respect from Lu Tianzi, Dongquan Juewei's furrowed his brows a little, but he did not lose his cool.
”I know that there is a bet going on between you and Chengban, but I am here to offer you an alternative,” Dongquan Juewei said. ”If you are willing to disregard the earlier bet, I can offer you a place as a core disciple of the Divine Storm Sect! How about it?”
Dongquan Juewei smiled in confidence.
From his point of view, this was a generous offer that nobody would be able to reject.
The Divine Storm Sect was the absolute ruler of this region, and being able to join them was the dream of countless martial artists all over the world.
Not just that, but it was even a direct admission as a core disciple!
That was a status just below that of an elder!
How would anyone be able to resist such an offer?
As long as Lu Tianzi agreed, Dongquan Juewei would not only be able to resolve the awkward situation, but he would also be able to bring a young talent into the ranks of the Divine Storm Sect.
It was truly killing two birds with one stone – the perfect solution!
Hearing his words, a commotion immediately arose within the main hall.
Invited guests gasped in shock, and even members of the Divine Storm Sect could not believe what they were hearing.
A direct invitation to become a core disciple was indeed an unprecedented offer!