"The first place goes to…" The judges exchanged puzzled glances. "Wait, she didn't submit a name?"
Just then, the veiled dancer stepped forward, producing a jade seal. Her voice was calm but carried undeniable authority.
"I am Princess Soho Verilith, the fifth princess."
With that, she removed her veil, revealing a strikingly beautiful face—marred by a scar running across her cheek.
A hush fell over the crowd. Some averted their eyes, while others exchanged uneasy glances, their admiration quickly turning to discomfort.
Ignoring the crowd, she locked eyes with Ace as she made a request, "Master Ace, may I spar with one of your disciples before we begin our discussion?".
Liu Mei nudged Shan Yifeng with her elbow, a knowing smirk on her face. "Hey, isn't that the princess you were admiring during the Dragon and Phoenix Tournament? Still like her?"
Shan Yifeng's eyes stayed on the princess for a moment before he replied simply, "She's strong. And she's beautiful."
