The next day.

As soon as it was light, Kuro led the Navy and set off with Kikyo to the Town of Metamorphosis.

The martial arts tournament started at 10 a.m. It wouldn't take that long to get from this village to Tuizhi Town. They set off early and arrived in Tuizhi Town by 9 a.m.

"There are too many strong people in the martial arts tournament. Last time I participated, I tried my best, but I was still knocked off the stage. But this time, I still want to try again."

Looking at the buildings of the Town of Metamorphosis in front of her, Kikyo said to Lida.

"Huh? You're not weak at all. There's actually someone who can deal with you?" Lida said in surprise.

Kikyo is no weakling. Putting aside her archery skills, her judo prowess is such that even the CP members who have mastered the Rokushiki are no match for her. As for the people from the Tui Town who participated in the martial arts tournament, although they may seem 'famous' or something, in Lida's eyes, anyone who has mastered the Rokushiki could definitely handle them, let alone Kikyo.

"It's 'Luo'..."

Kikyo's expression darkened: "Last time, with 'Luo' participating, I was defeated by him."

"Oh? The Luo family is also participating as the organizer? Wouldn't that be acting as both referee and player? That's too unfair." Kuro raised an eyebrow and said.

"ah?"

Kikyo was taken aback for a moment, and was about to say something when Clow quickly waved his hand, "Lida, talk to her!"

He finally understood: this woman's auditory hallucinations were selective; Lida could speak normally, so they must be hallucinating.

He didn't want to be bullied anymore; talking to this woman would probably shorten his lifespan considerably.

She looks so gentle and lovely, but unfortunately, she has a problem with her ears, which really drags her down.

Lida repeated Kuro's words, and Kikyo heard them clearly this time. She shook her head: "They don't fight in every tournament. It seems like they only fight when they feel like it. Some people get killed in the ring, and some are lucky enough to survive, but they lose their fighting spirit and never get back up..."

Upon hearing this, Kuro narrowed his eyes. "That's quite interesting. Did you encounter a strong opponent and couldn't resist the urge to fight, so you stepped down personally? In that case, they're probably going to be disappointed this time."

As they spoke, they approached the gate of the Town of Metamorphosis and went inside.

Upon entering the Town of Metamorphosis, Kikyo stared blankly at her surroundings, a hint of doubt creeping into her eyes.

"Is this the Town of Metamorphosis?" she asked, somewhat confused.

"What's wrong, Kikyo-neechan?" Lida asked.

"No..."

Kikyo shook her head: "The Town of Metamorphosis used to be very bustling during the Martial Arts Tournament, but why are there so few people this time?"

"Hehe...maybe it's just that it's not very lively this time, maybe everyone's tired of it and won't come."

Lida chuckled and rolled her eyes at Kuro.

The culprit is right here!

"Those people did a good job."

Kuro stroked his chin, looking around.

At this moment, the town of Tuizhi was deserted. Not to mention the people participating in the martial arts tournament, even the locals were few and far between, and everyone's doors were tightly closed.

Under his Observation Haki, almost everyone in the Town of Metamorphosis was gone, leaving only the weak 'Sea Alliance Army' members, who were gathered in one place.

"Let's go take a look." Kuro smiled and walked over.

He changed his mind. Originally, he was going to find that old patriarch of the Luo family right now, but now he wanted to see how this martial arts tournament would turn out.

The Martial Arts Tournament is a grand event in the Insect Kingdom, and it happens every year. During the tournament, nobles from neighboring countries and important figures from their own nation come to watch the battles. This is the grandest event in the Western Sea.

However, this year is somewhat of an exception.

Because the Insect Kingdom and the Flower Kingdom are at war, other countries dare not offend the Flower Kingdom and therefore do not come. As for the nobles of the Insect Kingdom, perhaps due to the war, none of the nobles who should have arrived earlier have come.

Only the martial artists remained unchanged.

But this time, there were far fewer martial artists.

At the entrance of the massive complex in the center of the town of Metamorphosis, several huge arenas had been set up. A large number of people gathered in front of the arenas, each with an expectant expression, looking at the huge door with full confidence.

"Huh?"

Upon arriving here, Kikyo's doubts deepened.

Because this group of people... looks very weak.

Where have all those famous martial artists gone?

Why is this martial arts tournament completely different?

"Hey, have you heard?"

A frail martial artist said to the person next to him, "It seems that there really are revolutionary soldiers around here."

"Huh? You think it's fake? Even the Navy captain said it's real, otherwise how could we have kicked those people out?" The martial artist rolled his eyes and said excitedly:

"This is a rare opportunity. If we're all at the same level, then everyone has a chance to win the championship. And that comes with land and noble titles!"

"Hey, didn't you say you were the best in the world?"

"Just listen to those words and don't worry about them. If you're really afraid, I don't have to go."

"Ha! Are you kidding me!"

Conversations like this are almost everywhere in the crowd.

They know they are weak, but... if everyone is on the same level, then being weak or not doesn't matter.

I'm weak, but aren't you weak too?

There is a comparison between strength and weakness; without the strong, there would be no weak.

If there were no weaklings, then everyone would be strong.

Yes! That's it!

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