Chapter 430 - 429: Happiness
Chapter 430: Chapter 429: Happiness
Upon hearing Xie Yongchao’s words, Yiyi quickly said, "Uncle Xie, you’re overpraising me. My skills aren’t as good as you say." This time she managed to defeat Feng Yingjie because of her ruthless fighting style. After all, everyone cherishes their life, and Feng Yingjie was no exception.
Xie Yongchao waved his hand and said, "You don’t need to be modest. You are really impressive. Martial arts is not just about showing off moves; winning is what makes you formidable."
The two brothers of the Xie Family nodded in agreement.
Xie Yuanzhou looked somewhat thoughtful. He truly hadn’t expected that Yiyi would be even more formidable without formal martial arts moves. Her tricky techniques were hard to guard against. After Feng Yingjie lost, he had thought about how he should counter if he were to spar with Yiyi.
Although he had come up with strategies, in such an urgent situation back then, he wasn’t sure if he could have reacted in time. So now he held Yiyi in even higher regard.
Guo Ming, hearing Xie Yongchao praising his little apprentice, couldn’t help but laugh heartily and said, "Brother Xie, your Yuanzhou is already outstanding, so you should be content."
Laughing and chatting, they quickly arrived at the restaurant.
After finishing their meal, Yiyi and Xie Yuanzhou, along with the others, went back to their rooms to rest.
Early the next morning, everyone returned to the competition venue. The organizer succinctly announced the start of the matches, and the two people who drew number one immediately went on stage.
Yiyi took over Feng Yingjie’s number, so she was fifth. When it was her turn, the person opposite her was looking at Yiyi with a grave expression.
Facing any opponent, Yiyi always gave her all and never underestimated the man across from her. However, the man was not as skilled as Feng Yingjie, so in the end, Yiyi still won.
Seeing his little apprentice win again, Guo Ming was overjoyed below.
Meanwhile, Wu Xiu and Feng Yingjie, who were sitting on the other side, looked very unhappy.
After Feng Yingjie was eliminated yesterday, the master and apprentice were truly unwilling and decided to stay and watch all the matches.
Seeing Yiyi win again at this moment, their mood naturally couldn’t be good.
Although Wu Xiu was troubled, he still cheered up to comfort his young apprentice, "Alright Yingjie, there will be chances to clash with that young girl again in the future. Besides, I don’t believe she can keep winning until the end, so you shouldn’t feel too sad."
In truth, he was partly responsible.
At that time, his little apprentice didn’t want to compete and looked very hesitant. If it weren’t for his encouragement, Feng Yingjie might have refused.
But now, it was too late to regret. Yingjie had already lost the opportunity to continue in the competition, but they had to stay here to watch all the matches end. He wanted to see what rank Ding Yiyi would ultimately achieve.
The last group was Xie Yuanzhou and a young man. Xie Yuanzhou’s skills were really impressive. Although he tangled with that young man for a long time, he eventually won.
When all the matches ended, the organizer took the stage again, asking the six winners to draw lots.
"Later, the six winners will split into three groups to continue competing. As for the final three winners, they will compete for the champion, first runner-up, and second runner-up tomorrow morning."
Yiyi drew a match against the only other female on the field besides her. However, this woman was much older, appearing to be in her forties or fifties, but Yiyi had a strong impression of her because no matter what opponent she faced, she was steady and unwavering, showing her solid fundamentals.
"Yiyi, don’t be nervous later, just perform as usual."
Seeing his little apprentice return from drawing lots, Guo Ming quickly said with a smile.
Yiyi responded with a smile, "Master, don’t worry, I’m not nervous."
Seeing Yiyi like this, Guo Ming felt at ease.
On the other side, Xie Yongchao also told his youngest son, "Yuanzhou, don’t be anxious later. I noticed you seemed a bit impatient in that last match. You really don’t need to rush. Winning in the end is what’s important, not speed."
Xie Yuanzhou nodded without saying a word.
Seeing his son’s indifferent demeanor, Xie Yongchao said no more.
Everyone dispersed to have a meal, and when it was two in the afternoon, they gathered here again for the next round of matches.
Yiyi drew number one, so she stood up first. On the other side, the middle-aged woman also stood up, glanced at Yiyi from a distance, and then with a solemn expression, took the stage.
When the two were on stage, the organizer directly announced the start, officially launching the round of matches.
"Miss, please go easy on me."
The middle-aged woman naturally didn’t dare to underestimate Yiyi, as they had witnessed Yiyi’s skills. Hence, she didn’t bother with courtesy and directly attacked forward.
Seeing this, Yiyi also charged forward.
After lunch, she had pondered a lot. Given the opponent’s solid fundamentals, she had to attack unexpectedly to stand a chance of winning. Therefore, as the opponent made a move, she also struck without planning to defend.
The middle-aged woman reacted swiftly. Seeing Yiyi’s direct assault, she immediately got entangled in a fight with her.
Guo Ming was seated below, his brow slightly furrowed.
He had heard of the middle-aged woman, who was a steady and strong type, although she had no signature Kung Fu. Her skills were not weak at all.
Seeing Guo Ming like this, Xie Yongchao couldn’t help but laugh and said, "Brother Guo, you don’t need to worry. Yiyi is so strong; she will have no problem."
"There’s always someone better, and although Yiyi’s skills are good, she can’t beat every opponent."
Xie Yongchao, hearing this, glanced at his friend and said, "You should have confidence in your apprentice. You can’t give up beforehand. You used to think Yiyi was formidable."
"I’m not giving up! Don’t say that! I just meant there’s always someone better, but that person isn’t the woman in front of us."
Hearing this, Xie Yongchao couldn’t help but laugh, and he said no more, continuing to watch the match.
At this time, the fight between Yiyi and the woman grew fiercer. Yiyi’s expression was grave, but inwardly, she was very calm. She was continuously observing the opponent’s weaknesses. Finally, at the moment when they pushed the opponent back, she spotted it.
Now.
Yiyi straightened up, halted the backward momentum, and, seizing the moment while the opponent was retreating, approached her again and delivered the final strike.
"I lost."
The woman hadn’t expected Yiyi would pull such a move, and with no defense, lost the match.
"Great!"
Guo Ming was already standing and clapping delightedly, and even when Yiyi returned to her seat, he remained delighted.
Seeing her master like this, Yiyi couldn’t help but smile as well.