Perhaps because the dean was there, Wu Chiren calmed down quite a bit. Noticing that Lu Chen hadn't paid his respects to the dean, he couldn't help but sneer, "Chen Lu, is this how you show disrespect to the dean?"
Lu Chen smirked with disdain. How could he not handle such petty tricks designed to sow discord?
Turning around, Lu Chen spoke loudly, "I have seen the dean! Indeed, it is like the sudden arrival of an immortal. Forgive me, I am short-sighted and failed to recognize you right away!"
"Interesting!"
The dean revealed a meaningful smile and said, "A deathmatch doesn't violate the academy's rules, and I am merely here to watch the excitement!"
"However, you are both prized sons of the academy, and losing either of you would be unbearable to me!"
"Therefore, if someone shouts 'I lose,' I will intervene to assist. How does that sound?"
Upon hearing this, both men involuntarily exchanged glances.
Wu Chiren was afraid the dean might save Lu Chen.