“I…” Hong Xingying’s face reddened. I actually got mocked by this fellow!

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He found himself unable to refute Zu An’s words. He had simply bragged too much earlier. However, he quickly shook off his daze and snapped, “You’ll only suffer a more grievous loss than me! At least I was able to fight toe-to-toe against my opponent and only lost on his final strike…”

Zu An clicked his tongue. “A loss is a loss. Besides, who said that I’d definitely lose my duel? I’ll show what a true expert looks like later on!”

“Enough!” Qin Wanru reached the limits of her patience before Hong Xingying could respond. She glared at Zu An frostily and said, “Are you still a member of the Chu clan or not? Instead of motivating your own teammates, you came here to ridicule him!”

Zu An shrugged casually. “He’s already lost his match, so what’s the use of motivating him? Is he going to get into the ring for another duel?”

“Shut your mouth!” Qin Wanru snapped coldly. “Anyone who gives his all in the dueling ring is worthy of the entire Chu clan’s respect. Whether he wins or loses, he’s still a proud member of our Chu clan. If we’re just going to mock anyone who loses, wouldn’t that chill the hearts of everyone else? If you don’t know how to watch your mouth, just keep it shut!”

Chu Zhongtian joined in her rebuke. “Zu An, your actions are...