Contrarian King turned and cupped his hands to the examiners. "Esteemed examiners, the Momentum Configuration Assembly was meant to test the Momentum Configuration skills of Middle Rank Fate Arts Masters. It is deeply regrettable that someone could not attend due to an accident. In my opinion, allowing a newcomer to compete directly would be unfair to us contestants, yet barring him from participating would also go against the purpose of the Momentum Configuration Assembly. How about this: we proceed with the competition as normal. After it ends, Duan Tianji may choose whether to compete against Liu Laohu's friend. Whoever wins takes the champion's reward. Of course, this rests on Duan Tianji's agreement. If he does not agree, then let it all be dropped."
The examiners exchanged looks.
Zhou Xuanshan glanced at Contrarian King and Liu Laohu, recalling what had happened on the second floor of the Fate Arts Teahouse. He had never seen Li Qingxian's Momentum Configuration City, but...
Zhou Xuanshan nodded with a smile. "We are only responsible for the normal evaluation of the Momentum Configuration Assembly. As for whether Duan Tianji accepts the challenge afterward, we cannot decide for anyone. However, if Duan Tianji dares to accept, we will remain as examiners."
Wu Jingxin, standing nearby, smiled. "Precisely. The Momentum Configuration Assembly has its rules, but once it is over, whether to accept the challenge is Duan Tianji's decision."
Black Cat Head said, "What is there to think about? Would Duan Tianji fear some insignificant Sixth Rank brat?"
Liu Laohu said, "I, on the other hand, think Duan Tianji might not dare."
Whether examiners, contestants, or Fate Arts Masters watching from outside, almost everyone smiled faintly upon hearing this.
Everyone could see that Liu Laohu was setting up a trap.
If Duan Tianji did not dare accept, it