The competition continued quickly. The second round began less than five minutes after the first round had ended, and this time our opponent was slightly stronger than before with an average level of 172!

This time, our line-up was me, Beiming Xue, Heart Like Water and Hidden Fragrance for the 1v1, and Beiming Xue + Lian Xin for our 2v2. Just like the last round, this was a line-up gunning for the flawless victory.

……

My opponent was Light Streak Night Rain, a Level 175 female mage.

Swhoosh!

We appeared on opposite sides of the barrier and observed each other warily. Light Streak Night Rain was clearly prepared since she had gone so far as to turn off her equipment luster, although she couldn’t conceal the fact that there was a huge sapphire glowing with a dark light sitting at the top of her scepter. It was clearly no ordinary weapon.

"I was hoping to enter the Top 256 at the very least, but it looks like luck is not on my side this year…" Light Streak Night Rain shot me a regretful smile. "Of all the people we could possibly encounter on our second match, Ancient Sword’s main roster had to be some of the worst of them all…"

I smiled. "Things will get better eventually. You ready?"

"Mn."

I rushed...