Chapter 678: Rookie Tournament (29)

The host really is dedicated.

Even on the last match, he still doesn't forget to drum up bets.

But the host's next words caught Zhao Chi somewhat off guard.

"Once the finals begin, all betting for this tournament will be closed. Please seize this last chance.

"I believe everyone, through the odds, battle replays, word of mouth, and plain reason, already knows who to bet on.

"Don't hesitate, don't waver. This is your one and only chance."

Zhao Chi frowned.

The referee before had been fairly objective.

But this time, even the referee was clearly biased toward Yuan Zhao.

He was just short of saying outright that Yuan Zhao would win the finals.

Something felt off to Zhao Chi.

Could Yuan Zhao have bribed the judges?

There aren't even judges in this tournament.

Or could it be… regardless of the match's outcome, Gongsun Ning would rule that he cheated?

That's why she's confident Yuan Zhao will win?

That doesn't add up either.

If Yuan Zhao wins, then thanks to the staff's guidance, everyone who bet on Yuan Zhao would reap a huge payout.

That would cut into Gongsun Ning's earnings.

She wouldn't do something like that.

If she were sure Yuan Zhao would win, she should have had the staff guide people toward betting on Zhao Chi Society, so that everyone bet on Zhao Chi.

That way, if Yuan Zhao won, everyone who bet on Zhao Chi would lose everything.

Gongsun Ning would make a killing.

If that's how it is…

Does Gongsun Ting think she'll win this match?

Did something happen to Yuan Zhao?

Is that why he left in such a hurry earlier?

Still not right…

For the moment, Zhao Chi simply couldn't figure it out.

The host kept on doing his job dutifully.

"Next, let me introduce both of our fighters.

"Both fighters are outstanding — the pride of our five villages.

"But there can only be one champion. Cruel as it is, we must have this final battle.

"First, the fighter on our left.

"From Brook Village, Zhao Chi.

"Everyone has seen Zhao Chi's performance.

"From a mere handful of spectators at the start to thousands cheering him on later — he fought his way there step by step.

"And now, for the heavy hitter.

"From North Flow Village — Yuan! Zhao!

"This is your last chance to vote!

"I'll give you all ten more seconds to place your bets!

"The Yuan family of North Flow Village is famous far and wide. I'm sure everyone here knows that.

"And from his very first battle to now, Yuan Zhao has never lost — he's come all the way to the finals undefeated.

"The might of his bloodline left a deep impression on every one of us.

"Alright, five seconds left on the betting countdown!

"Four! Three! Two! One!

"Begin!!"

The air wall dropped.

Zhao Chi immediately activated Inspire and Wind Cloud Steps.

All the female soldiers' morale and movement speed instantly rose.

At this moment, the crowd's cheers were deafening.

"Yuan Zhao!!"

"Yuan Zhao!!"

"Yuan Zhao!!"

Standing on the battlefield, Zhao Chi could hear the surrounding crowd chanting Yuan Zhao's name with perfect clarity.

For a moment, even Zhao Chi felt as though Yuan Zhao's victory was the will of the people.

As if his own winning would spark public outrage.

What the hell is this?