Chapter 475: The Predestined Champion of the Glory Festival
Chapter 475: The Predestined Champion of the Glory Festival
The Glory Festival was just halfway through when Lin Yu had already left the venue - he left the venue as the "predetermined champion".
Jiang Rong seemed to be worried that such a proposal would be too insulting to this old antique Rakshasa who had just returned to the Black Swamp Realm from the imprisonment of the gods, so he added a special sentence.
"If you feel that this deprives you of the joy of fighting, as a former champion, I can have a good fight with you."
According to Lin Yu's character, he should agree.
But he didn't.
The reason is easy to understand.
He really couldn't beat him.
Although Ershi managed to survive the life-and-death struggle, at least he had won a direct victory.
Er Du was beaten so badly that his account was deleted from the player group and he was forced to transform into a nightmare. How could Lin Yu not pay any price at all?
The corrosive damage caused by the goat demon's remains alone has greatly reduced Lin Yu's combat effectiveness.
Although Lin Yu's body was not harmed, the reduction in combat effectiveness was real.
Although Lin Yu's current body has a very strong physique, it is relatively insignificant compared to the power brought by this "real" Rakshasa body.
What's more, although Lin Yu's body was not injured, he was also exhausted.
Manipulating the [Water Prayer Necklace] to perform high-intensity water control is extremely draining on Lin Yu's mind.
Hannah, who had contributed the most to the battle against the 20th, was now exhausted and had already become confused.
Therefore, Lin Yu had no confidence in going into battle with an NPC who looked very capable and might even be a top-tier fighter in the Black Swamp Realm.
Even if you can really win against Jiang Rong, it would be better not to take action.
As long as he is not beaten, Lin Yu will not be exposed.
Not only has his secret not been exposed, but in the minds of those guys in the Black Swamp Realm, his strength still has no clear upper limit.
The more mysterious, the more powerful.
Lin Yu is well aware of this.
However, the reason Lin Yu chose for refusal was not forced and would not destroy his character.
Although being "injured" and "in poor condition" seemed to be a reasonable reason, Lin Yu knew deeply that this excuse would not work in the Black Swamp Realm.
After all, for these reckless people in the Black Swamp Realm, especially the battle maniacs in the Blood Country, as long as they can still move, it is impossible for them to refuse the battle that comes to them.
As the saying goes, you can't leave the front line without a minor injury!
Lin Yu has also been shaping Rakshasa in this direction.
Therefore, using this seemingly "reasonable" reason will actually arouse people's doubts.
"We've had enough fun fighting today. Fights like this are rare, and you're probably not at your peak yet..."
"I don't see any room for further progress at the moment, but you're different... I'll wait for you to take another step forward, and then it won't be too late to fight you again."
"If you fight me now, I'm afraid that even if you improve, you will inevitably be influenced by me and become tainted by my colors."
Lin Yu calmly rejected Jiang Rong.
The reason sounded almost arrogant, but to Jiang Rong it sounded reasonable and not hostile at all.
In the Black Swamp world, this is actually a sign of sincerity, frankness and friendliness.
What's more, Lin Yu was right!
"You really have a good eye. I've certainly been gaining some insights lately, and I'm still digesting and accumulating them... I do have a feeling I'm about to break through."
"That's why I'm challenging you to a duel—I do have the idea of using this opportunity to achieve a breakthrough against the 'mysterious master from ten thousand years ago.'"
After such a simple negotiation between the two people, there was naturally no need for them to fight anymore.
Jiang Rong brought Lin Yu to the edge of the venue, used a prop that looked like an iron thorn flower to open the surrounding barriers, and sent him out.
"Well, Luosha, or...Moruo," Jiang Rong said, "unless something unexpected happens in the venue, you will be the champion of this Glory Festival."
"That's fine. If you can truly see someone stronger than me under the newly added rules, I'm willing to give up the championship," Lin Yu said calmly. "I'll follow the rules—after all, the temporary additions and clauses you've made are already very favorable to me."
Jiang Rong nodded. "I don't think so. Unless someone else single-handedly collects all the remaining spoils... I'm afraid they can only match your performance."
The two looked at each other across the thorns.
"Anyway, although the championship is definitely yours, as you said, for the sake of fairness in the rules and the ranking of the other contestants from second to last, I'm going to double my inspections," Jiang Rong said with a headache. "Looks like I might have to call Feng Qiao in as well."
"After all, there's no movement from Shuo..."
He glanced at Lin Yu.
Lin Yu smiled and said, "It seems you have heard the rumors."
"Yes, there are rumors that you killed the notary in charge of the healing center, 'Shuo'." Jiang Rong thought for a moment and decided to reveal his cards. "But... according to witchcraft calculations, Shuo is actually still alive."
"The Ten Great Tribes are saying that since you're a true Rakshasa, even though Shuo is a rare spirit, he's not that important and can be put aside for now..."
"But since you brought it up, I might as well ask, just to satisfy my personal curiosity..."
"How's Shuo?"
Lin Yu did not hide it: "I let it run away. It should be hiding somewhere in the venue."
As for his motive, Lin Yu certainly couldn't say that he was planning to use Shuo to set up a scam.
But he had already thought of an excuse.
"The spirits are almost as ancient as us. In the age of Rakshasa, we lived in harmony with the spirits," Lin Yu sighed softly. "Although I know that times have changed and I shouldn't care about these things, since it has asked me for help, it is difficult for me to sit idly by."
"Anyway, I originally intended to become famous in this Glory Festival and regain the glory that belongs to Luosha," Lin Yu paused, "so I might as well help it."
"Of course, if you continue to catch it, I won't help it anymore."
"It's hiding in this place—after all, the Glory Festival hasn't ended yet, so it shouldn't have left yet."
Lin Yu said this, and Jiang Rong nodded again.
"I see. Thank you very much!"
"I will try to find Shuo's," Jiang Rong paused, "even though it doesn't belong to our tribe."
"Anyway, before the Glory Ceremony officially ends, you can go to the gentle slope over there—there are tents of the ten major tribes there."
"The representatives from the ten major tribes who came to watch the game also have a way to understand the progress of the Glory Festival in real time."
"They are very welcoming... No, they even actively invite you to come to the tent and watch the rest of the Glory Festival with them."
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