The leader of the Iron Spears was quick to use his Lightness-of-Body movement, to jump onto the stage and take up a position between his man and the Second Ducal Prince. Before the latter could s.n.a.t.c.h up his glaive and finish his stunned opponent off.But he quickly clasped his hands as he did so, and dropped into a proper bow at the Duke"s son, to show that he had no malicious intentions.
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The Second Ducal Prince only laughed, and stepped back after picking up his glaive, which was enough to telegraph that he had no longer any intent to pursue the matter.
Something that Zhang Weilong, leader of the Iron Spears, was clearly thankful for.
However, it seemed he could not resist making a comment about Li Changhai"s appearance at Ningfei Town. Which was sour-tasting indeed, since he could not keep his annoyance of his man having thrown the face of the Tearless Iron Spear Troop.
"I had not expected to have an opportunity to meet with the Second Ducal Prince, Li Changhai. Your reputation precedes you. My man had lost the match with bad manners, for which I must apologize. Although it is a bit of surprise to see you here.
"It seems the Duchy of the Westlands has taken an interest in this matter. How astonishing."
Li Changhai gave out a roaring laugh, as he stuck his free hand on his hip, like what a rough soldier would do. Which shocked Qin Feng somewhat. As well as all the others seated on their side of the stands. Except for Lin Liushui who continued fanning himself with a smile on his lips. But Qin Feng knew that he was only able to do that because he could hide his shock better than everyone else.
What was the Second Ducal Prince playing at?
His next words more or less gave him the answer. "What has this to do with this one"s father? Or with the Duchy? I am only here to play, and to support my Sworn Brother! Whoever dares to steal his bride shall have to ask me and my glaive!"
And his Blue Lightning Fist, Qin Feng finished for him in silence. Not that those last words needed to be said. The poor fellow from the Tearless Iron Spear Troop was still twitching on the trashed Arena floor, with his hidden body armor half-melted on his chest.
Even Zhang Weilong, the grandson of the famous Iron Spear General was cautious as he called his people up to retrieve his n.o.ble-born partic.i.p.ant. After all, what was the grandson of a mercenary general, compared to the son of a Duke? Who also happens to be the nephew of a Marquis as well?
No one was going to dare to make any trouble for Li Changhai, that was for certain! No wonder he had thrown on that gruff, soldier-like persona! He was trying to pretend to be a completely different person, so that no one would be able to identify him, when he had to make a quick getaway!
Not to mention, it would also make it completely understandable, why a rough fellow like that would prefer the company of someone like Du Yan. And why he was consulting with Lin Liushui all the time. The Second Ducal Prince was pretending to be a pig! So that he could gobble up all the tigers that were arrayed against him!
It seems he had managed to help Li Changhai devise a good exit strategy this time, Qin Feng thought, patting himself on the back. Hopefully, Lin Liushui would not be too disappointed that the Second Ducal Prince did not use his strategy. And had left off cutting off the enemy"s limbs!
But a quick look at the other two men made it clear that they were not going to kick up a fuss about that now! Especially Du Yan, who looked so pleased that he was going cry! Well, they had managed to preserve his reputation, and save his bride-to-be. So that was certainly something worth celebrating!
Regardless what sort of tricks that Li Changhai was up to!
Unfortunately, the whole compet.i.tion was not over yet. As someone unexpected suddenly took a hand:
"What a remarkable victory. This young girl is more than impressed with your impressive tactics and your will to win. To think that such an impressive young man has so many impressive brothers. This young girl is truly humbled."
The voice was clear, and the words fell pleasantly onto the ears of the listeners. But there were barbs within the content of the speech, and Qin Feng noted how Lin Liushui had stiffened, as soon as he heard the words.
Everyone"s head whirled to look towards the stands across from Du Chenyong, since it was obvious that the speaker was someone from the Black Eagle Mountain School"s side. Qin Feng, on the other hand, already knew who it was who spoke, so he was in no hurry to turn his head. What was the point? He already knew who was speaking.
He had heard that voice before, but with a more petulant, childish air. But he will never forget it, since the first time that it entered his ear was when he had just escaped an almost certain death, in a forest very far away from civilization.
Xu Yanzhi.
As for the Elder from the Snow Swallow Palace gave out a soft "hmmmph" sound as she gestured at Xu Yanzhi at her side. But it was obvious from her sneer that she had nothing but disdain for the old men who had dragged her into the muddy waters. And then screwed up their own plans in front of her.
That alone was enough to convince Qin Feng that Li Changhai was correct with regards to the motivation behind the Snow Swallow Palace. That they were not there to press down the Yuan Family or the Du Family, but were simply trying to s.n.a.t.c.h Du Yan"s betrothed away for their purposes.
Perhaps it was like Lin Liushui suggested? Perhaps Yuan Qianlei had really exhibited a Bloodline Power, like her older sister? That should be enough to prompt the Snow Swallow Palace to try to drag her back to the Sect, wouldn"t it?
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