Chapter 365 Continue the Competition
Ruan Yanluo's face was filled with anger when he heard this.
"Your Highness the Prince of Yan is right. Since ancient times, men have indeed had three wives and four concubines. However, I, Ruan Yanluo, believe that the purest and most genuine friendship in the world should not be wasted. Whether a man or a woman, if they truly love someone, how could they allow room for others? After all, a heart is small and can only hold one person. Therefore, I, Ruan Yanluo, would rather marry a common man and live a dull life than enter the palace and compete with a group of women for a man."
Yan Jingyu's eyes became more interested after hearing this.
"Okay, okay, Miss Ruan is so ambitious, it's worth it for me to come to Baise City in person. But Miss Ruan is the eldest daughter of Baise City after all, and I'm afraid she won't be able to tolerate the matter of marriage..."
One's marriage is indeed not up to one's own will. Ruan Yanluo's face darkened and he wanted to refute immediately, but due to the other party's identity, he could not say anything too harsh.
Seeing this, Ruan Yifeng hurriedly spoke up.
"Your Highness, Prince of Yan, you have come from afar, so please do not stand. Please take a seat. The competition in the arena will continue. After the final result of the competition is announced and the son-in-law of this city lord is chosen, we will sit down, prepare good wine and delicious food, and slowly reminisce about the past."
Upon hearing this, the King of Yan looked up at the stage. The competition on the stage had stopped because of his arrival. Many people, who were originally preparing to go on stage and show their skills, stopped after hearing the King of Yan's words. After all, they knew their own strengths and weaknesses and were not capable of competing with a prince of another country.
Looking at the person guarding the ring still standing on the stage, King Yan slowly walked towards the main seat.
"Since this is a competition to find a bride, then everyone can participate, right? City Lord Ruan."
This is a rule known to everyone in the martial arts world, so Ruan Yifeng had no choice but to speak up.
"Anyone who is about my age can come on stage and compete."
Prince Yan sat down at the main table, and the people from the City Lord's Mansion had already placed another table next to it.
Ruan Yifeng walked over with Ruan Yanluo, and the father and daughter looked at each other. The arrival of King Yan at that time really caught the Ruan family off guard.
But no matter what, we still need to fight for it. I hope that the people on the ring can defend the ring today. Ruan Yifeng looked at the ring and raised his voice.
"Heroes of all stripes, the competition continues. Please display your unique skills and do not keep them to yourself. The winner will follow this city lord from this day forward and be personally taught by him."
The passers-by who came to compete naturally understood such an obvious hint. The meaning was very simple. Whoever came out on top would be the future heir of the City Lord's Mansion. Immediately, someone jumped onto the stage and started competing with the person guarding the stage.
King Yan watched the competition on the stage with a sneer on his face. It seemed that his guess was right. The Ruan family was indeed unwilling to form an alliance. However, since all his people had come, it was impossible for them to return empty-handed.
Then he glanced at Ruan Yanluo. No matter whether it was the eldest lady of the Ruan family or the black-armored soldier of the Ruan family, he must get them.
Ye Fan, the attendant beside him, took out a silver needle for testing poison and only after testing the tea to make sure it was fine did he serve it to King Yan.
Prince Yan took it, took a sip, and looked at Ruan Yifeng.
"City Lord Ruan, since anyone of similar age can enter the arena, and Miss Ruan just said that her husband doesn't seek a noble status, does that mean that the guards around me can also enter?"
This was clearly using one's status to humiliate others. Ruan Yanluo stood up angrily, and Ruan Yifeng raised his hand to signal her to calm down.
He turned his gaze towards King Yan.
"Your Highness, Prince of Yan, this martial arts competition for a bride is not about status, no matter where it is held. It's all about strength. So anyone around you, including you, can enter the arena. But whether you can hold your ground depends on your ability."
Upon seeing this, King Yan smiled and gave a look to the two guards beside him. Soon one of the guards jumped onto the stage with his sword unsheathed.
The atmosphere became more tense and intense. The man guarding the ring was holding a sharp long sword and his posture was agile. The guards beside King Yan were holding swords that gleamed with cold light and were as powerful as a rainbow.
They stood facing each other, and when their eyes met, invisible sparks seemed to fly.
At the referee's command, the two men immediately engaged in a fierce battle! The flashes of swords and the shadows of sabers clashed, and the clanging sounds were endless.
He Jiuzhou looked at the changes on the stage and spoke anxiously.
"Sir, what should we do? The people around King Yan have come to power."
Jun Moye picked up the teacup and drank slowly, his eyes looking at the ring calmly.
"Why panic? Let's just wait and see. It's not our turn to panic first. Who knows, this might be a good opportunity for us."
This is City Lord Ruan’s side.
Seeing that the guards of King Yan had gained the upper hand on the ring, he tightened his hand holding the teacup.
Ruan Yanluo's eyes were full of anxiety.
"Father, what should I do?"
Ruan Yifeng looked at the ring and spoke calmly.
"Don't worry, there must be someone in Baise City who can win."
Then he glanced at Jun Moye's table.
"The last person to take the stage hasn't even started moving yet. As for the identities of those people, two of them are from the bandit den outside Baise City, and the other one hasn't been found yet. Anyway, let's wait until they get on stage and fight. The longer we can delay, the better."
Then he gave a few instructions in a low voice to the personal guard beside him.
After listening to this, Ying Feng looked towards Jun Moye, then bowed and walked towards Jun Moye.
Jiang Lou saw the people around Ruan Yifeng coming over and spoke in a low voice.
"Sir, Ruan Yifeng's men are coming."
Jun Moye glanced at the people walking towards this side, and then looked at the Yan guards who had already won the fight on the ring.
"It seems our City Lord Ruan is panicking. I'm afraid we'll have to find another place to watch the battle."
Sure enough, Yingfeng had already walked over and bowed.
"You gentlemen have been watching the battle for two consecutive days, probably waiting for the final round. This position isn't the best for watching the battle. Our Lord City Lord has invited you, and has already ordered good tea and cakes."
He Jiuzhou looked at Jun Moye for a moment. How could he have guessed so accurately? He was indeed here to invite someone.
Jun Moye stood up with a smile and spoke politely to Yingfeng.
"Thank you very much for your kindness, Lord City Lord."
Then he followed Yingfeng towards City Lord Ruan.
A table had been added to the left of City Lord Ruan, on which was freshly brewed hot tea and two plates of pastries and fruits.
Jun Moye stepped forward politely and bowed.
"Thank you for the invitation, Lord City Lord. This position is indeed a better place to watch the battle."
Ruan Yifeng politely bowed in return.
"Yesterday, this city lord noticed that you young masters have extraordinary auras. Today, I saw you all watching the battle, so I wanted to invite you to watch the battle together. If you don't mind the trouble, you can also help me to have an eye on it."
Jiang Lou has always been thoughtful and eloquent, so he immediately bowed and spoke.
"Thank you for your high regard, Lord City Lord, but I dare not accept the offer to show my support for you. I am waiting for the opportunity to take the stage."
The City Lord laughed when he heard this.
"Okay, then this city lord is waiting for this young man to come to the stage. Please take a seat."
As Jun Moye and others sat down, King Yan's guards on the stage were knocked off the stage.
The city lord happily led the applause and cheers.
"good."
At this time, the person guarding the ring was holding a spear, waiting for others to enter the ring.
The King of Yan immediately ordered another guard beside him to come on stage with a sword in hand.
"Come down and learn from me."
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