The match to determine third place had finished. The only match remaining was the main dish, the match that would determine the champions.
Obviously, the people were excited to see this match, especially Libation Fiesta. On the one hand, the Libation Fiesta had defeated their team. On the other hand, after gaining things from the match, they chose to cheer for Libation Fiesta.
Mayor Revan glanced at the trainer. "What do you think? Will they be able to win again this time?"
"I don't think it's possible. I don't look down on them anymore, but currently, they only have four members. Madam Vania is taking care of Jay right now, so unless the Bloody Rose is benching one or two of their members, I don't think they have the opportunity to win. And their captain, Aileen, is very strong… probably the strongest among all Tier 4 participants."
"Is that so?" Mayor Revan paused for a moment. It seemed that he was too greedy. He had never thought that Libation Fiesta could go this far. 'I should just feel happy about it.'
He couldn't help but listen to the discussions of the people around him.
"I hope Libation Fiesta wins the championship. They have done so well this whole time, so they might as well go all the way. They have defeated the Eight Swords as well."
"Yeah. They conserved their captain in the last match, so he should be at full strength for this match."
"But won't the Bloody Rose match their number?"
"I don't know. I personally want to have them go all out. That's the best respect they can give to the Libation Fiesta after all."
"I just want to see an exciting match."
"Well, we'll see what they'll do then."
The people were looking forward to this fight even though Jay couldn't participate in it.
Since the time had arrived, Shion sent out her hologram on top of the match.
"Welcome, ladies and gentlemen. I'm sure that you are looking forward to this fight… the fight between Libation Fiesta and Bloody Rose.
"Due to the result of the previous battle, one person from Libation Fiesta can't participate in this match. On the other hand, the Bloody Rose is sending all their members for the group match.
"Captain Clovis has been showing unbelievable results, so I believe that we will see yet another unexpected result.
"On the other hand, Captain Aileen has shown how strong she is the whole time. I'm actually looking forward to the battle between the two captains.
"Can Captain Clovis overcome the biggest wall of this tournament and claim the victory? Or will the Bloody Rose prevail? Without further ado, let's call all the participants to the arena."
"Uoohhh!" The people cheered.
The people were cheering for them like they did for the Eight Swords. The Bloody Rose would definitely feel this pressure, which should be enough to make the battle a bit more equal.
While walking down the corridor, Clovis extended his hand, asking, "Melody. Do you carry a flash grenade?"
"Flashbang? Yeah. Do you need it for this match?" She grabbed one of the grenades and placed it on top of his palm.
After receiving the grenade, Clovis handed it to Ragna. "Take this."
"Huh? Me?" Ragna looked confused.
"Yeah." Clovis nodded with a serious expression. He came closer to him while whispering, "Your role will be crucial in this match."
Ragna listened to Clovis whisper a few instructions. He was shocked at first, but soon nodded his head.
Kanaria and Melody couldn't help but furrow their eyebrows. Considering their senses were sharper, they could hear what Clovis whispered to him.
Clovis then turned to them while raising one finger. "I'm sorry, but I want you two to move together in this match."
"I don't mind." Kanaria nodded while glancing at Melody.
"Sure. It's the strategy, so let's do it." Melody cracked her fingers.
"Alright then." Clovis smiled as their group finally emerged from the corridor. The cheers erupted once again, greeting those who had just arrived in the arena.
"Look at this cheering." Shion smirked. "I'm sure that everyone can't wait anymore. Then, without further ado, let's begin this match!" Shion announced.
Clovis, Kanaria, and Melody went to their positions.
Before the count reached zero, he couldn't help but raise his head. It was a clear day, so the woods would be quite dark. Even he would be taken out in an instant if he were careless. After all, his opponent this time was an assassin who Erwin claimed to be the best in her generation.
That was why he made a plan.
It seemed that Bloody Rose also had some sort of plan. After all, five of them positioned themselves in the middle, leaving only one to guard the flag in case something went wrong.
Even Aileen looked eager to come. Her expression turned extremely cold as if she were going for the kill.
She couldn't help but remember what Clovis said to her a few hours ago.
"No matter what kind of plan you have, it won't work. The result will go according to what I have in mind. And you will have no choice but to dance in my palm. This will be the result." Clovis took out a piece of paper.
"Huh?" Aileen frowned. "You have already stated a ridiculous request, and now you're actually saying such a thing?"
Aileen paused for a moment. It didn't look like Clovis was lying either. She said, "You need to pay me for that favor first."
"You're about to have a party after this match with this guy, right? I will also attend it." Aileen pointed at Erwin.
Erwin looked baffled while Clovis nodded his head. "Sure."
"Oi." Erwin didn't expect it to be that easy to make Clovis agree when it was supposed to be a party for only Imemine and Libation Fiesta.
"And if you are able to achieve such a thing with me going all out, then I don't mind giving you one of the rewards for the first place. But if you aren't able to do it, you're going to to our city after this competition."
"Oi, oi. Are you trying to kidnap me or something?"
"It's just an invitation."
Clovis sighed. "Fine. Let's do it that way."
After recalling that agreement, Aileen definitely wanted to make Clovis fail so that she could bring him back to her city.
Hence, as soon as the count reached zero, she immediately rushed forward.