At the sight of that Sword Qi, Gaishan's formerly fierce gaze immediately filled with reverence.
He immediately withdrew his blade and fist, turned toward the stands, and cupped his hands.
"Forgive me, Pavilion Master!"
Indeed, the person who had just rebuked Hall Master Gaishan and shattered his Blade Force with a single sword strike was none other than the Former Pavilion Master of the Heavenly Frost Pavilion.
"A contest must have rules. If you suddenly attack without warning like this, what will outsiders think of our Heavenly Frost Pavilion?"
The Former Pavilion Master sternly rebuked him again.
"This disciple knows his mistake. Please punish me, Pavilion Master!"
Hall Master Gaishan bowed with his hands cupped, not daring even to raise his head.
"Finish this contest first. We will discuss your punishment another day."
The Former Pavilion Master waved a hand, then turned toward Xu Taiping in the arena.
"Young Master Song, what do you think?"
"I leave everything to your arrangements, Pavilion Master." Xu Taiping smiled faintly.
The Former Pavilion Master appeared impartial, but he was actually still favoring Gaishan. However, they were on the pavilion's territory, and Xu Taiping had only just managed to pass the first round of the contest, so he could only swallow this bitter insult himself.
Seeing Xu Taiping agree, the Former Pavilion Master immediately nodded in satisfaction, then looked sternly at Hall Master Gaishan again.
"Hall Master Gaishan, Young Master Song has magnanimously agreed to face you again. Do not disgrace our Heavenly Frost Pavilion again."
His tone was even harsher than when he had reprimanded Gaishan earlier. He was clearly urging Hall Master Gaishan to use his full strength against Xu Taiping.
"Rest assured, Pavilion Master. Gaishan will certainly fulfill his duties as host!"
At those words, Gaishan's face immediately turned cold, and