Both contestants stepped down, and from among the veteran troops, a tall and muscular soldier silently ascended the ring.
"This one is mine!" Hua Jinghao said lightly, looking at Luo Qi.
Luo Qi didn't say anything, just nodded indifferently.
Hua Jinghao's opponent, named Jiang Ming, was robust and well-known for his fast, fierce, and accurate moves within the army. Although Luo Qi had never interacted with him, he had some confidence in Hua Jinghao's capabilities; of course, that wasn't absolute. After all, one must never blindly believe anything before the conclusion is clear, a major taboo in the art of war.
"Jiang Ming." Jiang Ming said, grinning broadly with his white teeth, giving a polite introduction as he looked at Hua Jinghao.
"Hua Jinghao." His gaze was indifferent as he replied with courtesy.
"I know you. I've heard you're very skilled," Jiang Ming said, still grinning, looking at Hua Jinghao with great interest.
