The duel didn’t last long.

At most, it was fewer than twenty exchanges—a fight so clean that neither bore any significant wounds.

Ssss...

The scattered Qi slowly settled.

The lingering heat was evidence of the lightning techniques left behind.

The mist conjured by Silver Wolf Sword was also starting to dissipate.

Swish. Clang—!

The blades slid smoothly back into their sheaths.

The sound of both Silver Wolf Sword and Namgung Bi-ah withdrawing their swords signaled the end of the duel.

Only after the motions and sounds faded did the spectators finally release their held breaths.

“…Unbelievable…”

“Are you saying the …