I had already fought three matches, while my opponent had only fought two. Putting the third match on me was truly a sly move.
Although this sort of competition clearly allowed for a succession of challenges, quite a few noble races still refused to take advantage of someone when they were at a disadvantage—especially the Heaven Clan!
So generally speaking, they had to find an opponent who had fought the same number of matches before sparring with them. That way, both victory and defeat preserved their dignity.
Noticing me looking at him, the handsome man ran a hand through his golden hair, then gave a carefree smile. "I am Tian Tu. I greet you, honored friend. Would you be willing to fight me?"
He looked as if he was leisurely waiting for me to accept his challenge, but in truth, he probably knew this move would invite criticism. That was why he was deliberately putting on a carefree act.
I had no intention of giving him a pleasant look, so I pretended not to see him and turned toward Tian Zi, who had just emerged from battle.
Noticing my gaze, Tian Zi, who had just lost the match, looked thoroughly miserable.
"What?"
"Nothing."
"If it's nothing, why are you looking at me?"
"You're pretty. I thought I'd take a few more looks." I smiled.
Tian Zi immediately grew a little embarrassed. Then, seeing Di Gou glaring at her not far behind me, she remembered that I had just been in contact with the other party.
"What did Di Gou want with you? Was she trying to recruit you into some organization of their Earth Clan?" Tian Zi seemed to have already figured out what was going on.
I spread my hands and smiled. "You're not going to recruit me into