"All things belong to the capable, and anyone may step back or yield, but you have no right to insult our Ten Thousand Swords Pavilion." The young woman stood in plain robes against the wind, jade bells chiming softly as she held her sword in one hand and its scabbard in the other.
"Since we agreed to a trial by martial arts, neither side should resort to underhanded tricks." Her words were clear and articulate, neither servile nor overbearing, showing the utmost calm.
Yanzhu could not help a silent sigh of admiration. To think someone could nurture such a sword-bearer—with a resolute heart and a peerless demeanor, possessed of youthful vigor yet entirely free of arrogance. Admiration shone clearly in Yanzhu's eyes.
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