Finding Enemies

The next morning, all disciples assembled outside the pagoda, ready for the seal to the tournament ground to open. Bai Ye had told me that the designated area for the game was a special realm sealed with spiritual power, and all masters would be able to see our activities within it through water mirrors. The thought of being closely watched by everyone from the outside made me feel a little uncomfortable, but considering that meant Bai Ye would be able to see me while I was away, I supposed I could live with it.

I found Xie Lun and Wen Shiyin standing in a quiet corner of the crowd. Xie Lun was leaning against a tree, staring into the distance, and Wen Shiyin carried her sword in both arms—a bit of a strange posture. The air around them was quite obviously awkward.