Miss Witch Doesn't Want to be a Diva-Chapter 649 - 277: The Easily Concluded Finals_3

After a long mutual struggle, Rui Li gradually gained the upper hand thanks to the advantage that merfolk have in zero gravity environments. In the end, Zhuo Gexi had no choice but to concede defeat.

"Rui Li wins!"

After the end of the fight, there was a ten-minute intermission followed by the final duel, Tilan versus the mermaid Rui Li.

Amid the announcer's excited proclamation, both stepped onto a stage that rotated like a clockwork, and although it was the final showdown, the audience felt that this match wouldn't last long.

Indeed, two minutes after they entered, Tilan endured Rui Li's series of attacks with patience. She then slightly shook her head, her form effortlessly flashed as she traced several sword arcs, and Rui Li ended up on the ground covered in bloodstains.

"Finally, the champion of this competition has been born!" The announcer was still shouting with exhilaration, as if what had just happened was a once-in-a-century epic battle.

"That is our elegant and perfect Sword Princess—Miss Dantalion!"

Colored fireworks rose, blossoming in space, with numerous sparklers igniting and spinning within the arena. Soon, the eruption of light arranged itself in the air to form the vague outline of Tilan's face.

"From the Four-leaf Crystal Star Domain, of the Edith Academy, student Dantalion, please come to the stage to receive your award." The announcer led the applause of the guests, and then the 64 contestants who had made it to the finals slowly entered the arena.

Everyone first stood in front of the stage, watching the young girl as she stood on the golden-bronze platform for an interview.

"May I ask if Miss Dantalion would like to say a few words?" the host inquired.

"Thank you to the Academy, my teachers, my peers, and everyone for your encouragement~" The young girl raised her fingers lightly to block the overly dazzling flashes and spoke in a soft, concise voice.

"Actually, everyone is curious, Miss Dantalion, how did you manage to reach such a level and do so seemingly with ease throughout the whole competition?"

"Well, I guess I was rather lucky, the swordsmanship I've learned fits well with my talents, so it's relatively easy." She couldn't exactly say it was all due to talent plus studying a lot, practicing a lot, and knowing a lot, could she?

The host then asked numerous questions, some of which were quite tricky. Fortunately, as a Songstress over the past two years, Tilan had received plenty of relevant training and knew how to handle these media pitfalls and inquiries.

After several tricky questions and seeing the young girl was not one to be easily deceived, the host gradually gave up and turned the topic to the other top competitors.

Then Li Qingfei, Rui Li, and Zhuo Gexi were interviewed in turn.

"Dantalion is a senior from the Academy whom I respect. I would occasionally consult her for advice. Although she seems gentle, I believe her will, conviction, and strength are all things I need to aspire to my entire life," Zhuo Gexi said with particular emphasis when talking about Tilan, sparking the host's interest again.

"But from what I read in her file, Miss Dantalion is only 17 years old, two years younger than you, right?"

"Even though that's the case by age, greatness does not care for birth. The shining silhouette of Miss Dantalion is worthy to be my senior. Each time I seek her advice, I benefit greatly." Zhuo Gexi, a man whose exterior was as cold as an owl, spoke these words with an odd feeling, as if the seemingly unconcerned and gentle young girl beside him was some sort of behind-the-scenes boss or hidden Great Demon King.

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"Ahem ahem." To this, Tilan had to clear her throat suggestively, signaling her schoolmate not to continue praising her.

Hearing this cue, Zhuo Gexi immediately shut his mouth, and despite the host's further inquiries, he refused to answer any more.

Despite the itching curiosity and helplessness within, everyone became even more intrigued by this dark-haired young girl, imaging what her daily behavior at the Academy might be like.

Was she a kind-faced but cold-hearted gang leader who oppressed her classmates, or was she focused on swordsmanship, unconcerned with worldly matters, and truly as innocent and simple as her appearance? Or was she aloof and sparing with words?

Meanwhile, as everyone speculated, the awards ceremony began.

The top four contestants were first presented with Light Red Crystal Stone trophies, mixed with Red Marrow Crystal, thus exhibiting a soft reddish tint. Finally, as the guest of honor, a member of the Sequence 7, Master Krige from the 'Rock Flow River' faction of the Purple Distant Grass Star Domain, awarded the championship prize to Tilan.

Unlike the oblivious host, the white-haired, white-bearded master knew the true identity of this young girl. He tenderly placed the sword into her palm and said softly,

"You're always welcome to visit again. The hospitality of the Purple Distant Grass Star Domain is like the Rock Flow River that endlessly radiates warmth and strength."

The blood-red blade resembled cooled magma, its color deep and layered. The sword guard was narrow, the hilt pitch black, with a fine, sandblasted texture to grip, and at the end of the hilt hung a small pendant shaped like yellow gravel.

'Red Marrow Crystal Blade' [Perfect Condensed Bead Level]: A special sword blade forged from Red Marrow Crystal blended with rare metals. The blade is sharp and highly durable. When infused with magic power, it carries a strong effect of armor-breaking and dispelling magic. Additionally, it is engraved with well-suited patterns branded for adaptation, including effects of [Erosion Lv.5][Armor-Breaking Lv.5][Magic-Breaking Lv.4][Sharpness Lv.4].

Though the small pendant on the hilt seemed only decorative, it was made from the unique gravel of the Antahe Planet in the Purple Distant Grass Star Domain.

'Gravel Pendant' [Excellent Dark Silver Level]: A sturdy native gravel stone, refined with transcendental craftsmanship, containing a communication chip for contact, with an additional effect of [Sturdiness Lv.3].

"Thank you." Taking the sword and pendant, Tilan bowed in gratitude.

"If I have the chance, I will visit," she said, understanding the old man's invitation.

Afterward, with the myriad media cameras documenting, the scene of receiving the awards was immortalized.