Odd gifts or a common practice between couples?

This was the excuse the five opposing Vincent's team came up with to lose, unfortunately, and not enter the top ten easiest teams to beat. 

They tried a different tactic against the same opponents and lost because they were unfortunate to have woken up under the weather. 

However, what happened next shocked them. Vincent believed they we trying to win and shouted Wild Blow while accurately throwing rocks at their hands with pinpoint accuracy.

Nick rushed with Vincent's ranged support like the previous time. He went up close and prepared to attack the gravely injured opponents.

The reality was different. The five chose to fake a horrible injury and surrender in front of Nick's blade as the arena's protection buff protected them.

In the eyes of everyone watching the live broadcast, Nick made five mages of the fourth-year surrender. Nick gave the impression of being far stronger than he looked.