The young girl followed closely behind her master, walking through the gradually bustling streets.
The news of today's mentor-disciple duel spread like wildfire, and soon, the whole city was abuzz, with people spreading the word.
"His Majesty is going to spar with the Prime Minister!"
"Ah, the Prime Minister and the Emperor? Is it true?"
"Are you kidding? With the Prime Minister looking so delicate..."
"Fool, don't you know the Prime Minister is His Majesty's eldest disciple, a legendary expert!"
"The news really isn't getting around fast enough."
"What's the holdup? Didn't you see everyone else running!"
"In the arena, hurry—there won't be seating if we're late!"
When the Hero and the Martial Monk truly arrived at the arena in the city, the area was already a sea of people, with guards working hard to maintain order.
This stone-built, large circular structure was constructed under the Hero's guidance.
