The applause continued. Xu Fan clapped, looking at Honda Tsubasa on the stage with a complex expression, then smiled.

To be honest, even if he hadn't gone up on stage, he had other ways to deal with Honda Ryuichi.

The reason he watched from the sidelines was simple—he still hoped Honda Tsubasa could face Honda Ryuichi on her own.

In the end, he waited long enough to see the result he desired.

She finally found the courage to face it all.

This time, she has grown significantly, but at the same time, the pain she endured wasn't any less.

Xu Fan took a deep breath, then walked towards the stage.

She has done great reaching this point. From now on, he must face the upcoming challenges together with Honda Tsubasa.

Reaching the front of the stage, Xu Fan lightly leaped onto it and walked towards Honda Tsubasa.

Her expression wasn't good; evidently, she was still not over Honda family's representative's death just moments ago.

"His death has nothing to do with you."

Standing there at that moment was already her limit. It was even more difficult to make Ryuichi back off coldly earlier. Xu Fan looked at her with deep sympathy.

"I know."

Not wanting to bring her negative emotions to Xu Fan, Honda Tsubasa forced a smile and looked at him.

"Xu Fan, I did it."

A few days ago, the outcome she didn't dare to imagine had now been successfully achieved. Honda Tsubasa looked at Xu Fan, thinking that she finally didn't let him down.

"Silly girl..."

She worked so hard not for any particular reason, solely for his recognition. Xu Fan thought and couldn't help but smile bitterly.

Women can sometimes be really simple.

Gently pulling Honda Tsubasa into his embrace, Xu Fan stroked her back, softly whispering, "From today onwards, you will be in charge of Dongying."

Perhaps winning this grand competition isn't enough to solidify Honda Tsubasa's status.

But behind her, there is still his presence.

Separating from Honda Tsubasa, Xu Fan waved his hand, and the thunderous applause below the stage instantly stopped.

Xu Fan looked expressionless at the influential figures below the stage and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, this competition has drawn its conclusions."

"Everyone has witnessed who the champion is. From now on, there's no need for me to elaborate who will hold the position of Alliance Hierarch in Dongying's martial arts world."

Before this competition, many martial arts families had already agreed that whoever wins will hold power.

Now, the only person still standing on this stage is Honda Tsubasa, so naturally, she is the one to lead in Dongying in the future.

"Miss Honda is the winner, so naturally the position of Alliance Hierarch is hers."

However, only Miyamoto Kuro responded to Xu Fan's words from the audience.

"Hey! You wouldn't have forgotten what you promised earlier, would you?"

One person's voice was too thin; Miyamoto Kuro couldn't help but question the others.

"Haha."

Faced with everyone's silence, Xu Fan didn't show much emotional fluctuation.

These old foxes pretending to be mute, was something he had anticipated.

Signaling Miyamoto Kuro not to say more, Xu Fan continued speaking.

"You are feigning ignorance to gain more benefits, isn't that right?"

"Xu Fan! What are you saying!"

"You think our Dongying martial artists are as sordid as you say!"

Indeed, just as Xu Fan said, they were feigning ignorance for the sake of interests.

They had no objections to whoever became Alliance Hierarch as long as their family's interests were safeguarded.

With Honda Tsubasa about to take the position, isn't this the best time for negotiation with her?

But such things are hardly appropriate to bring to the table.

Exposed by Xu Fan, many below the stage began to curse.

Unfortunately, no matter how much they cursed, Xu Fan remained indifferent on stage.

This feeling of hitting a soft wall soon made them stop automatically.

Xu Fan chuckled, then continued, "Since she is the Alliance Hierarch, she naturally will carry the responsibilities that come with it."

"From now on, with Honda Tsubasa, everyone will share both honor and disgrace."

"She will not rob you of the benefits you deserve, but the responsibilities and duties you should fulfill will not be reduced either."

"That's all I have to say. You can ignore my words or challenge Honda Tsubasa's position as Alliance Hierarch. Open attacks, covert schemes, I welcome them at any time."

Without lengthy persuasion to these influential families, Xu Fan expressed quite simply, a few words were enough.

The message clearly delivered to every ear.

It's fairly simple, as long as they obey in the future, Honda Tsubasa prospering means they won't suffer any loss.

But if there are ulterior motives, Xu Fan will never let it go unpunished.

Shared honor, shared disgrace.

By now, there's no longer any skepticism about Honda Tsubasa's qualifications to be Alliance Hierarch.

First, her cultivation level is high, and secondly, the force behind her cannot be underestimated.

Whether it's the Seven Kills Tower, the Miyamoto Family, or even Xu Fan, they are powers that cannot be ignored.

"Since you, Xu Fan, have spoken at this point, naturally, we won't go back on our words."

"Indeed, before this competition began, it was agreed who wins will hold sway, and rules cannot be broken!"

Playing dumb can only provoke Xu Fan's admonition. Having received Xu Fan's promises, these family elders hurriedly seized the opportunity to reconcile.

Each of them compromised directly.

"From today onwards, in Dongying's martial arts world, it's Miss Honda Tsubasa who will lead!"

"That's right, starting today, our Dongying martial arts world will be united, ensuring no one dares to bully us anymore!"

The venue was bustling; everyone's words, all summarized, praised Honda Tsubasa. Honda Ryuichi listened below, burning with jealousy.

This should have been his position!

All those calculated schemes ended up being in vain. He was truly unwilling.

Little did he know what awaited him was a further fall.

"Honda Ryuichi, earlier you attempted to harm the Alliance Hierarch. Do you forget the rules of this competition?"

"Yes, in my view, you harbor ill intent!"

"Alliance Hierarch, you decide how to deal with this fellow!"

"You!"

A pair of eyes hidden with mockery looked his way, leaving Honda Ryuichi in a spiral of fear!

These people now sided with Honda Tsubasa. A single word from her could spell his doom!

Thinking about his past actions, Honda Ryuichi trembled, looking towards Honda Tsubasa.

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