Everyone: "???"

What happened?

Everyone looked completely bewildered, not understanding the situation at all. Even Xuanmingzi, observing from above, found the corners of his mouth twitching.

「In the distance.」

"HISS! HISS! HISS!"

Little White Snake cried out loudly, its tail already contorted into a knot. It quickly leaped away, landing on the ground and huddling beside Little Black Snake. Both snakes stared at the woman, trembling in fear. They had no idea what was wrong with their mistress. It felt as if her entire body was engulfed in flames...

"This little b*tch..." the woman seethed, gritting her teeth. "Even if this fellow isn't fully capable yet... Mu Hongyuan, you utter fool! And you even had your own disciple try to seduce him? What in the world is going on in that head of yours? Is this what you taught her? Honestly..."

The more she pondered, the angrier she became, and she stomped her foot.

Suddenly, the ground trembled slightly.

In mid-air, Xuanmingzi's expression shifted subtly.

At this moment, the two figures on the arena platform had also stopped rolling.

Wang Mu was somewhat dazed. He was currently on top of Qin Yuyan, and he noted that Brother Qin's body felt a bit soft. Well, that was typical for Magic Cultivators; their Constitution was generally lacking, even more so than Sword Cultivators.

He then took a closer look and saw Brother Qin's face was flushed crimson.

"Brother Wang, you're crushing me..." Qin Yuyan said. After speaking, he glanced at Wang Mu, his eyes shimmering as if imbued with a Water Magic spell, moist and luminous.

A shiver ran down Wang Mu's spine. Could Brother Qin actually be gay? Living in the Shuiyun Sect, a place teeming with female disciples, how could he have turned out this way? Wang Mu couldn't comprehend it.

Wang Mu quickly stood up. "What happened to you just now?"

"Oh..." Qin Yuyan rose, patting down his Magic Robe. "My body just had a slight issue. My Spiritual Power circulation faltered, and I accidentally failed to maintain my Spiritual Power Shield."

Wang Mu was full of question marks. Was that all it was?

"I concede." Qin Yuyan smiled, his eyes narrowed. "Given the position you were in just now, I definitely couldn't have defeated you. So, I concede!"

"..." Wang Mu.

"..." Everyone.

The crowd generally felt that this battle was rather peculiar, though they couldn't pinpoint exactly what was amiss. Only a few demonesses from the Fengyue Sect were whispering amongst themselves...

"Does anyone else wish to issue a challenge?" Xuanmingzi announced slowly from mid-air. "If not, then we conclude for today. Please ensure you rest well. Tomorrow, prepare to proceed to the Rebirth Hall to gaze into the Rebirth Mirror."

Wang Mu stepped down from the platform.

"Brother Wang, I lost, so I must give you a Treasure." Qin Yuyan approached him, his expression earnest. "The Magic Artifact you helped me refine last time proved incredibly useful. This time, it's my turn to gift you something."

"Anything is fine," Wang Mu nodded. With a high degree of friendliness, an exchange of gifts was appropriate. It was all about reciprocity, after all. However, Brother Qin's sexual orientation is a significant issue! Hopefully, he'll find a suitable partner in the Rebirth Mirror tomorrow, Wang Mu mused.

"Here, take this." Qin Yuyan handed Wang Mu a Jade Pendant. It was quite unique, shaped like a single fish holding a sword in its mouth, exuding a faint sharpness.

"This is a Jade Pendant, um... it's called... it's called 'Fish Intestine'," Qin Yuyan explained. "Wearing it can enhance your Sword Dao Talent and... and... grant a slight boost to your fortune. It's quite good!"

Wang Mu listened, recognizing it as a genuine Treasure. Enhancing fortune... So far, the only way I've enhanced my fortune was by eating that fish. To gain an effect merely by wearing something... Is this too valuable?

Looking at Qin Yuyan, a thought struck Wang Mu, and he decided to accept the item. The more valuable the item, accepting it should definitely lower his friendliness level a bit. If it doesn't drop as expected, then Brother Qin really is acting strangely.

"In that case, it would be impolite to refuse!" Wang Mu accepted the Jade Pendant without further ceremony.

Seeing him take it, a flash of delight crossed Qin Yuyan's eyes. He said, "Then you must be sure to wear it at all times! Otherwise, it won't be effective."

Wang Mu nodded. Of course, I'll wear it. Even if the boost to fortune is minimal, every little bit helps, not to mention it also enhances Sword Dao Talent.

"Alright, farewell then!" Qin Yuyan seemed to be in high spirits. He smiled, "I wish Brother Wang success in finding a suitable Taoist couple tomorrow."

"I wish you the same," Wang Mu replied.

Qin Yuyan turned and walked a few steps, then paused as if remembering something. "Brother Wang, if anyone tells you there's a problem with this item, do not believe them. This item is quite precious, and many people covet it. You should hide it well and not let others see it. If someone does discover it, don't believe anything they say!"

"Because if you do believe them, they are undoubtedly trying to trick you into surrendering it!"

"Have you been deceived before?" Wang Mu asked, puzzled.

"Ah? Yes, indeed, I have!" Qin Yuyan sighed. "This is one of the Supreme Treasures I possess. You absolutely must not give it to anyone else!"

"No problem," Wang Mu nodded. It seems this gesture will cause his friendliness level to drop significantly. A Supreme Treasure that can enhance fortune and Qi Fortune... it truly is a Supreme Treasure. How could I be foolish enough to give it to someone else?

With that, Qin Yuyan departed.

Wang Mu also headed back.

The potential assessment had thus concluded. He had to admit, attending this Magpie Bridge Festival was the right decision. At the very least, it had broadened his horizons, allowing him to learn about many Sects across different regions and befriend some genius disciples from other Sects.

"Truly rewarding."

Wang Mu touched the Jade Pendant. As for tomorrow... no worries. Since they're not here, even if the mirror reflects something, who besides me would know? I'll just go through the motions. Yan Qingwu is probably recuperating in her Sect now after taking an Elixir. And Mu Hongyuan is at the Fengyue Sect; how could she possibly come all the way here?

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