Chapter 35: Disdain

As the tournament went on, the women in the stands chittered away about Prince Nan and the other handsome men present, who were far more interesting than the fighting. Hua Qiyue, however, focused intensely on the competition as she attempted to remember every single move made. She was like a diligent scholar, her slim brows shifting between being raised while and furrowed. Qiuyun returned, having handed all the betting slips to Butler Wang. As the tenth round approached, Lvxin's anxiousness increased further. She approached Hua Qiyue, who was absent-mindedly chewing on a piece of watermelon, and whispered, "Miss... let's leave quietly..." Hua Qiyue raised her brows as she stared at her maid in shock. "Why would I leave? My turn is coming up." Beside her, Qiuyun said anxiously, "Yes, Miss, no one would notice if you just left now!" Hua Qiyue put down her piece of watermelon calmly and wiped her mouth. "Look at you, so nervous. I’ve been watching their moves. I can w