"The Royal Family only has one spot for an auxiliary combatant. According to the rules, whoever invites the stronger person gets to represent the Royal Family."
He looked at Tana. "Cousin, I know you value your friendship with your classmate, but this tournament concerns the Royal Family's honor. We can't treat it like a game."
Tana frowned slightly. "Cousin, I'm well aware of Xu Wuyi's strength. He..."
"I know he's strong," Ta Shan interrupted her. "But the one from Black Stone Academy made it to the top thirty-two in last year's youth tournament. He has extensive combat experience and exquisite Martial Techniques."
"I'm not questioning Junior Brother Xu's potential, but potential doesn't equal immediate combat strength."
He paused, his tone softening a little. "Of course, I won't have your classmate make a trip for nothing. I'll cover the full appearance fee as compensation."
