The relationship between the two nations always involved martial arts competitions.
As per the old rules, best two out of three.
At such times, winning or losing was a matter of saving face, hence it carried paramount importance.
After the Northern Barbarians had lost their battle, they naturally wanted to redeem themselves through this. And for Yue Country, as the host, wouldn't losing be a great disgrace?
With both sides desperate to win, tension permeated the scene from the onset of the competition.
Yue Country won the first round.
The Northern Barbarians emerged victorious in the second round.
As such, the third and final round became exceptionally crucial.
Both Yue Country and the Northern Barbarians wanted to win.
