Standing at the center of the stage, Gao Xuan had a smile on his face.
He had to admit, accepting the applause from the audience was exhilarating. Although it was just a simple match, it didn’t diminish the joy.
A doctor came up to check on Hai Yunfei’s injuries and confirmed that he was only concussed and unconscious, and immediately carried him off the stage.
Hai Yunxi, relieved to know her cousin was fine, let out a sigh of relief.
Gao Xuan’s sword strike was the epitome of speed; it penetrated the helmet in one stab. Had he not held back, the sword would have pierced through Hai Yunfei’s head, killing him on the spot.
Hai Yunxi asked Shen Ning, "How confident are you?"
Shen Ning shook her head, "Hard to say. Gao Xuan clearly still has some energy left in reserve. That’s how he can control his blade so effortlessly."
Hai Yunxi put on her armor, "I’ll give it a try."
Based on Gao Xuan’s quick sword display, her chances of winning weren’t high. However, Gao Xuan not wearing armor seemed too arrogant. As long as they exchanged swords, Gao Xuan would surely lose.
Shen Ning cautioned, "I think Gao Xuan has other techniques up his sleeve, you shouldn’t act rashly."
Gao Xuan’s quick sword could bully Hai Yunfei, but against a swordsman of the same level, he wouldn’t have such an overwhelming advantage.
If Hai Yunxi remained steady and didn’t give Gao Xuan too many opportunities, she might not necessarily lose.
When Hai Yunxi took the stage, the venue quickly quieted down.
Hai Yunxi had participated in the Sword Dao League several times and always performed exceptionally well. She had always been the main general of Haijing University.
Anyone who watched the Sword Dao League would have some impression of Hai Yunxi.
The main general of Haijing University took the stage so quickly, making the audience a bit more tense.
This Hai Yunxi was officially a seventh-level swordsman. Could Gao Xuan handle it?
Jiang Xuejun was only level four, Xu Lingyun was level five. Even Hai Yunfei, as mentioned earlier, was shown in the records as level five.
The gap between level five and level seven was vast.
After all, one was Black Iron, and the other was Bronze.
Was Gao Xuan really not going to wear armor?
At this point, many were starting to worry about Gao Xuan’s safety.
Jiang Xuejun’s palms were also sweating, and she nervously asked Yun Qingshang, "Can Gao Xuan do it?"
Qingyi Fei Niao was a bit nervous too, but she felt Gao Xuan’s swordsmanship was unparalleled and that he was destined to win. It was just too risky not having armor against Hai Yunxi.
Yun Qingshang didn’t respond, finding the question too trivial to warrant an answer.
She knew how strong Gao Xuan was, even stronger than herself.
Not to mention a small swordsman like Hai Yunfei, even a tenth-level swordsman might not withstand one strike from Gao Xuan.
Yun Qingshang noticed Xu Yin clenching her fists, her expression calm, yet her heartbeat quickening.
It was clear Xu Yin was also nervous for Gao Xuan.
Yun Qingshang shook her head silently, these women were really...
Jiang Xuejun, not receiving a response, didn’t mind. She was used to Yun Qingshang’s personality. Yun Qingshang’s lack of response reassured her about Gao Xuan’s capability.
If Gao Xuan were truly in danger, Yun Qingshang wouldn’t be able to sit still.
When Hai Yunxi went on stage, she formally suggested that Gao Xuan put on armor.
Hai Yunxi had a righteous personality and was keen on having a fair fight with Gao Xuan.
Gao Xuan declined Hai Yunxi’s suggestion, elegantly twirling his sword and saying, "No worries, it looks cooler this way."
Gao Xuan’s reason was irrefutable, and Hai Yunxi said no more, raising her sword into position.
Gao Xuan, with his hand holding his sword, advanced forward with an air of calmness and elegance, yet embodying an unassailable confidence.
Hai Yunxi instinctively wanted to retreat but felt it was wrong. She had armor, so why fear the opponent?
She could take a hit and be fine, but if the opponent took one hit, the match would be over.
In this fight, she held the initiative.
With these thoughts, Hai Yunxi took the initiative and raised her sword to engage. She was decisive, her sword moves fierce and vigorous, like waves crashing in.
She was using Haijing’s most famous Frenzy Swordsmanship. This sword art was passed down through Haijing, but few truly understood its essence.
Although Hai Yunxi couldn’t yet summon Sword Qi, one slash already bore a surging tide-like momentum.
Within its changes was a continuous series of relentless sword momentum, embodying the true essence of the Frenzy Sword.
Facing the Frenzy Sword, Gao Xuan instead drew his sword and advanced straight in. Hai Yunxi’s longsword swung horizontally, Gao Xuan’s longsword pierced straight, and the swords clashed, emitting a clear chime.
Hai Yunxi felt the longsword in her hand tremble, all Source Power transformations shattered.
Though the longsword was still in her hand, she was unable to wield it effectively for the moment.
Conversely, Gao Xuan’s longsword accelerated suddenly, stabbing straight at Hai Yunxi’s forehead.
Hai Yunxi watched helplessly, unable to evade.
The sword didn’t pierce the face armor, but the force on the sword tip pushed Hai Yunxi staggering backward.
When Hai Yunxi steadied herself, she found Gao Xuan had already sheathed his sword.
Being defeated in one strike, although Hai Yunxi wasn’t injured, her spirit was more than half shattered.
She had been learning the sword for many years and had never experienced such a disastrous defeat.
For a moment, she was somewhat dazed.
It wasn’t until Gao Xuan cupped his hands and said "Thank you for letting me win," that Hai Yunxi snapped back to reality. She returned the gesture with a solemn face and silently stepped down from the stage.
Thunderous applause erupted once more from the audience, and many began cheering and whistling. The scene was exceptionally lively.
Inside, Hai Yunxi felt incredibly dejected; she wished she had fainted earlier to avoid facing such an embarrassing scene.
As the honorable Sword Dao main general of Haijing University, being defeated in one sword strike by a freshman, no excuse could justify her failure.
Shen Ning also noticed Hai Yunxi’s unusual mood and asked with concern, "What’s wrong? You’re not hurt, are you?"
Hai Yunxi shook her head, not in the mood to talk, but there were things she had to say.
"Gao Xuan’s Source Power Cultivation is very high, even stronger than mine. His manipulation of Source Power on the blade is also very subtle. You must be careful."