Chapter 272 - 250: Rookie Tournament (29)
Chapter 272: Chapter 250: Rookie Tournament (29)
The host is really dedicated.
Even for the final battle, he didn’t forget to get people to place bets.
But what the host said next took Zhao Chi by surprise.
"Once the finals begin, all betting for this tournament will close. Please seize this final opportunity.
"I’m sure that by looking at the odds, the battle replays, word of mouth, and using your own common sense, you all know who you should be betting on.
"Don’t hesitate, don’t delay. This is your one and only chance."
Zhao Chi frowned.
The host had been relatively objective before.
But this time, even the host was clearly biased toward Yuan Zhao.
He might as well have just come out and said that Yuan Zhao would win the finals.
Zhao Chi felt that something was wrong.
’Did Yuan Zhao bribe the judges?’
’But this competition doesn’t have any judges.’
’Or... no matter the outcome, will Gongsun Ning declare that I cheated?’
’Is that why she’s so confident Yuan Zhao will win?’
’That’s not right, either.’
If Yuan Zhao won, then the people who were guided by the staff to bet on him would reap huge profits.
That would reduce Gongsun Ning’s own profits.
’She wouldn’t do something like that.’
If she were certain Yuan Zhao would win, she should have had her staff guide everyone to bet on Zhao Chi.
That way, if Yuan Zhao won, everyone who bet on Zhao Chi would lose everything.
Gongsun Ning would make a massive profit.
’In that case...’
’Could it be that Gongsun Ting thinks I’m going to win this fight?’
’Did something happen to Yuan Zhao?’
’Is that why he left in such a hurry just now?’
’Still not right...’
For the moment, Zhao Chi couldn’t figure it out at all.
The host continued his diligent emceeing.
"Next up, it’s time to introduce our two contestants.
"Both contestants are exceptionally outstanding, the pride of our five villages.
"However, there can only be one champion. It’s cruel, but this final battle must be fought.
"First, our contestant on the left.
"From Stream Village, Zhao Chi.
"Everyone has seen Zhao Chi’s performance.
"From having only a handful of spectators at the beginning to the thousands who support him now—he’s earned it every step of the way.
"And now, for our heavyweight contestant.
"That’s right, from Beiliu Village—Yuan! Zhao!
"Everyone, there’s still time to place your bets!
"I’ll give you all another 10 seconds to bet!
"The Yuan Family of Beiliu Village is incredibly famous, as I’m sure everyone here knows.
"Moreover, Yuan Zhao has been undefeated from his very first battle until now, arriving at the finals with a perfect record.
"The strength of his Blood Race has left an extremely deep impression on all of us.
"Alright, final betting countdown, 5 seconds!
"4 seconds, 3 seconds, 2 seconds, 1 second!
"Battle, begin!!"
The air wall opened.
Zhao Chi immediately used Encourage and Wind and Cloud Step.
The Morale and Movement Speed of all his Female Soldiers instantly rose.
At that moment, the cheers from the audience were deafening.
"Yuan Zhao!!"
"Yuan Zhao!!"
"Yuan Zhao!!"
Standing on the battlefield, Zhao Chi could clearly hear the surrounding crowd chanting Yuan Zhao’s name.
For a fleeting moment, even Zhao Chi felt as if Yuan Zhao’s victory was what everyone wanted.
It was as if his own victory would provoke public outrage.
’What the hell is this?’
However, amidst the gaps in the cheers for Yuan Zhao, he could still hear a few faint voices cheering for him.
"Zhao Chi, you can do it!"
"Zhao Chi, I’ve been betting on you this whole time! Even if you lose this last battle, I’ll accept it! Don’t let it affect you!"
"Go, Zhao Chi, destroy Yuan Zhao!"
"Zhao Chi, if you win, big sis will let you sleep with her!"
That last comment made Gu Qing instinctively look at Zhao Chi.
Her expression was teasing.
Zhao Chi said, "I don’t know her. Don’t be affected either. Let’s keep moving."
Gu Qing smiled. "My lord, what are you so nervous about? Are you that concerned with my feelings?"
Gu Qing flashed a charming smile.
Zhao Chi said, "Of course I’m concerned. I want you to be happy every day. Don’t let others affect you. Focus on the battlefield!"
Gu Qing said softly, "I know. I’m not a petty woman. If there’s ever a woman who is loyal to you or treats you with all her heart, you won’t even have to lift a finger—I’ll help you win her over."
’This Gu Qing...’
’She’s amazing!’
’But now isn’t the time for this kind of talk.’
"Focus on the fight. This one is going to be tough."
Gu Qing nodded and focused on moving.
Outside the battlefield, Zhao Huai said the same thing to Zhao Jiao, "This is looking dicey for Zhao Chi."
Zhao Jiao frowned, her eyes darting back and forth, not saying a word.
The moment Yuan Zhao entered the field, his entire force entered a stealth State.
All the spectators widened their eyes, but they couldn’t see a thing.
Those who had bet on Yuan Zhao were too excited to speak, only able to shout and scream to express their excited Moods.
As for those supporting Zhao Chi, their hearts couldn’t help but sink.
But things were as they were, and all they could do was encourage Zhao Chi.
Zhao Huai and Zhao Jiao both wore grave expressions.
Lü Hong was even more shocked. "They can fight like this? Everyone invisible from the very beginning? Yuan Zhao’s Blood Race already possesses this kind of Ability?"
Zhao Huai sighed. "The Yuan Family is as unfathomable as ever. If Zhao Chi doesn’t have a Hero with detection, I really don’t know how he’s going to fight this."
Zhao Jiao asked, "Does that mean it’s not a Spiritual Technique, but an Ability from Genetic Improvement?"
Zhao Huai nodded. "I’m afraid so. If it were a Spiritual Technique, it would be impossible for Yuan Zhao to have them all enter a stealth State from the very start. It’s too powerful..."
Zhao Jiao stared blankly at Zhao Huai.
She knew what this meant.
’Improved Genes for invisibility...’
’This is far stronger than the Ability of Jiang Die’s Elves.’
Jiang Die’s Elves can only imitate a part of a tree when they are next to one.
But Yuan Zhao’s Blood Race can turn directly invisible.
’Could this be Yuan Zhao’s hidden Ability?’