“That’s true. With your lofty ambitions, why would you care about a few underperforming disciples?” Alloy said sarcastically.

He added, “Yet, those very disciples have shown impressive growth since joining the Celestial Alliance. Perhaps… they’re simply struggling to adjust to the Sword Union’s treatment?”

“Mr. Marshall, you talk a big game, but it doesn’t amount to much when it comes to real skill,” Cyrus said coldly.

He continued, “Since this is a Combat Tournament, why don’t we take it to the stage? Are you up for showing these young ones what true skill really looks like?”

“If you’re so eager, I’d be happy to oblige,” Alloy replied with an indifferent smile. “I’d also like to see if your swordsmanship lives up to the rumors.”

One was ranked second on the Champ- Tier List, and the other was third. Their strength differences weren’t big. If they faced off, it was anyone’s guess who would win.

“Please calm down.” Seeing the situation heating up, Kaden, sitting between them, quickly intervened with a smile to mediate.

He added, “Today’s tournament is meant for the younger generation. As guild leaders, it wouldn’t be right for us to steal their spotlight. Let’s take a moment to think this through and avoid any rash decisions.”

Alloy nodded. “Let’s put our old rivalries aside for today. If Mr. Hadley is eager for a

“But if we’re going

What did you have in

simple,” Cyrus said. “If we win, all the swords in your armory will

replied with a smirk. “But if we win,

guarded secret, known only to a select few

it, they could use their vast resources to train a

lay claim to our Phantom Sword Technique!”

Scared you’ll lose,

just admit it. We wouldn’t want anyone thinking the Celestial Alliance is

coldly. “I’m willing to make a deal, but I won’t agree to anything that puts me at a disadvantage. If you want my Phantom Sword Technique, you’ll need to trade it for your Four Elements of God’s

he would win. After all, his top disciple, Glenn, was even better than

Glenn had already achieved the rank of ultimate grandmaster. Cyrus figured dealing with someone like Fenley was child’s play for

“Deal!” Alloy said firmly.

swords and the Four Elements of God’s

it’s settled then!” Cyrus glanced at Glenn, who merely nodded without

willing to participate if it brought glory to the Sword Union. It was a convenient opportunity to dampen the Celestial Alliance’s

major guilds competed secretly, a commotion

to see a group of mysterious figures in white robes and masks. They walked slowly while carrying a black

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