Jeff
```"Tch, I've always been. I simply have a soft spot for kids"```

*The old man chuckled, with time, it seems thta his old iron heart had softened with time. To show such kindness to the boy was something he wouldn't have done 40 years earlier. Eventually walking back up to them and noticed the elder and simply raised a brow. Then chuckled as he conveniently walked away with the kid and dragged the warchief back to their seats*

*Soon both elder guang and Shen came back, as he came to the stands, he quickly moved around and eventually found himself standing next to Kleo as he smiled*

```"Hmm, it seems I found myself here whilst walking through the stands... I'm glad it lead me here"```

*The man smiled as he peered into Kleo's eyes*
Richard
*Saw elder shen come to the stands she tilted her head as he found himself beside her she funneled her staff into a fine point as it disappeared as it swirled into itself into a wooden orb she held with one arm it began to float Infront of her.*

`"It seems fate has brought you back before me once more hm? A coincidence perhaps?"`

*As he looked into her eyes she looked away slightly*

`"Um.. The great elder with respect your taoist friend Wei Wuixan... He is quite the fighter."`

*She felt flustered and tried to change the subject she was quite shy a bit when someone looked at her like he did and not many could do that she was struggling with her words a bit but regained her composure to look st the conversation with Wei snd the narrator.*
Carl
"It seems that my string of red silk has only become shorter (reference to Chinese love myth, the shorter the red string, the closer they are to finding their love). Perhaps a coincidence or perhaps it was intentional"

*The man said, chuckling about. Seeing her lose her composure only made him smile more*

"The young master? Oh whew, he had his fighting phase years ago. He's simply angry, we might have to clean up the body, I have a feeling the young master won't let him off easily"

*The man said, though the last part about cleaning the body was just a joke*
Dean
`"I know not of that analogy I apologize for my lack of knowledge on that aspect perhaps you can tell me or I can find it within one of my books."`

*A book appeared in her front of her as it began to flip through pages at a fast pace, as he said they may have to clean up the body she spoke not breaking eye contact with the book she was looking for something.*

`"As long as the boy doesn't have to witness the body, I prefer children remain children for as long as humanly possible, innocence is a thing to cherish not strip away although he is only 5 years from an adult one could argue that the human mind fully develops at the age of 25, but I digress."`

*She chuckled, as she looked into him with a soft sigh escaping her lips the book closed slowly and caved in on itself like a black hole sucked it up.*

`"Hopefully your master kills him, slowly."`

*She said with a smile this coming from the kind witch was something else if even her more forgiving then most of humanity.*

`"Let me tell you something I didn't tell the young master, how I got my name, Kleo the gentle star, I once had a love, everything was fine and perfect, until the town I lived in at the time heard of dark arts being used, my lover at the time was at the wrong place at the wrong time where dark magic was being used, they proclaimed him a demon sympathizers and burned him at the stake and when they found out who's lover it was, they begged for mercy, they're small lives, that fade after a hundred years, did i take vengeance when i had all right to no, i let it go packed my things and left."`

*As she spoke she smiled softly.*

`"I understand people to be fickle things easily scared and group thinkers to things they simply don't understand and resort to destruction, I can't expect everyone to be as understanding as me given the history and biology behind the human mind."`

*She had a dark aura coming from her shadow as she spoke about it but her actual feelings was calm and collected.*
Rachel
```"It basically means, I've come one step closer to finding my true beloved"```

*He said, placing his hand on her chin gently and lifting her head up.*

```"My young master will handle it according, need not to worry about it"```

*Though when he listened to her speak about how she was named the gentled star, he smiled softly and carressed her face gently. He felt sympathy for her, understanding her situation as it was truly tragic... Unforgettable and painful as he would imagine. He sighed as he looked deeply into her eye*

```"I understand, however, worry not as I am here to heal the heart of the gentle star's"```

*He looked towards the fight in front of them and chuckled*

```"My Young master will handle him, plus he's taking out his Dao Weapon for a spin, ha ha... Ha..."```

*Upon realization, his eyes widened all of a sudden with his jaw dropped to the floor, looking towards Elder Guang whoom was pale faced and trembling*

```"INCONVEIVABLE, WHEN DID THE YOUNG MASTER FORGE HIS DAO WEAPON!?!?! THIS SWORD SAINT WILL PERISH!!!!"```

*The man cackled wildly as this was s sight to see*
Richard
`"So you are asking to know more about this witch hm..."` 

*She gasped softly feeling him place his hand on her chin as he lifted her head up what was this he had the nerve... The confidence to actually touch her? Almost everyone was scared of her, and didn't dare try to win her over, everyone was terrified, or insecure a women was stronger then her. She herself became a star in search of someone stronger then her so they wouldn't be insecure because of her strength and maybe she could find love once more.*

`"You are to bold to forward so much confidence from a man that just met this lady you have a unique way with words..."`

*She felt his hand gently caress her face and she closed her eyes quietly placing her left hand over his it felt nice to have human touch that was more then just basic friendly hugs she had gotten so lonely.*

`"This stars heart isn't easily won over, you'll have to try much more then just gentle words to captivate this dragon."`

*She gently moved his hand back to him but she did have a gentle blush on her cheeks, soon his attention was taken to the other elder, she turned her face to watch the fight seeing such a sword, and the fight took off in mere moments, how wonderful, it also gave her time to collect herself.*
Carl
"If the enchanting Witch would allow me to learn more about you... This humble elder only has such confidence because I have no regrets in this life, even when doing this and conversing with you"

*When she moved his hand, he chuckled and simply interlocked hands with her*

"I will not let go for as long as I am here with you"

*With her challenge of earning her heart, he smiled and nodded as he happily accepted and was willing. However when the fight began and unfolded, he watched intently as Wei Wuxian fought one sidedly, no matter how it looked, their young master always maintained control within the fight... Surely there would be no more surprises? Especially his unseen sword technique... It was the first he had witnessed such mastery and beauty from the sword, it was when the fight ended he erupted with cheers as his young master had won*

"The young master has succeeded! He has succeeded! And his sword art?!?!? When did this rascal come up with this and his Dao Weapon?!?!? What's is this little rascal's Sword Dao like?!?!? Young master, you have much to explain!!!!!!!"
Richard
*Thought for a few moments as she looked at the fight happening before then trying to keep her mind busy, as he interlocked hands with hers, her face turned a beat red color for a moment as she stammered over her words.*

`"Focus on the fight would you? You will have some regrets if you don't."`

*She stated as her face was beat red she squeezed his hand slightly she was very nervous, and anxious, and beyond belief flustered.*

`"I'll allow it this once to hold this ladies hand in such a manner."`

*She chuckled slightly with a nervous blushing smile, as she tried to focus on the fight, seeing the sword saint become defeated, she watched intently her mage staff floating beside her a book appeared just Infront of her, she casted a spell purple galaxy like wind appeared with stars and infinity.*

**Infinity...**

*She thought in her head with a gentle blow into the air, a gentle mist began to eclipse the entire arena then rise into the sky as the world slowly began to turn night all across the planet, she had changed the weather from day to night with the stars gleaming bright they could see mystical galaxy scene appearing all over with the aura borealis green lights waving across the sky as to give a greater effect to wei's victory she had enough power to shift the cycle of day and night but albeit temporary*
Carl
*The man chuckled lightly seeing how the Witch Kleo was acting around him and the things she was saying to him*

"And this elder thanks the lady before me. However, calm yourself, I won't act so suddenly to steal a kiss from you, ha ha ha"

*Seeing her use her magic and power, he marveled with it as he wondered what she was capable of*

"And now it seems like the young master himself has been challenged"
Dean
`"Alright alright I shall take a breath for now."`

*She watched the orc war chief began to fight Wei she had gotten more interested as she leaned over the railing watching with wonder at how this battle would turn out.*

`"I wonder how wei wuixan would fair against the boy in a match and what if he got stronger how far could he reach in his power."`
Carl
*Elder Shen watched their fight intensely, eventually letting go, even putting his arms around Kleo, around her neck as he leaned upon her smiling whilst watching them fight*

```"Though, it doesn't mean I won't become closer"```

*He said, whispering into her ear softly, then turning his gaze back to the fight. And when asked such a question, he said this accordingly*

```"The young master would fair well, although he may be weaker in terms of strength in comparison to everyone here. His skill matches up to the likes of even me, ha ha ha. If the young master can hold his own against me, he can handle the boy. But to win a fight is different than winning a death match."```
Richard
*Felt him move his arm around her neck she felt her body growing hot as he leaned against her she tried not to touch him, remaining professional despite her flush red face.*

`"Stop it you are flattering me to much"`

*She gently playfully hit his chest with an open hand, she smiled softly towards him.*

`"You are correct I believe he can handle the boy in terms of skill, perhaps the boy needs some refining in his skills, but it's hard to train someone who is asleep 90% of the day, i perhaps should begin my training I won't make it easy for the ambition of the young taoist as I see he is aiming to go higher."`

*She chuckled and admired the taoist she to was as aspiring as him but hitting the strongest position had made her position feel slightly dull and unfilling with no more heights to break through.*

`"Go now congratulate your young master you slick tongued man."`

*She blushed as she said it*
William
*Stood behind the group her hat lowered on her face as she was thinking after watching the fight seeing kleo getting along well with one of wei's people she smiled hoping she could keep him around she looked actually happy for once and not just going through the day because she has to, she supported her being happy, perhaps she would set up a date behind her back she had an evil grin on her face yes that's exactly what she would do she would need to orchestrate it so it seems to happen by chance. She looked at the orc coming flying into the stands she fell out her chair and threw herself to the side avoiding him.*

`"You big brute! You know your to big to be doing that go into the medical ward and check your wound."`

*She yelled at him as the orc chuffed at her heading towards the medical area she had a vein popping out from her head before slowly calming down seeing Wei walk up on air it confused her but best to just not question it, she flopped back down on her seat she really wanted to fight herself but alas there was no challenger.*
Carl
```"Hm, maybe I will, maybe I'll stop forever, ha ha ha"```

*He said so in a teasing and jokingly way, then kissed her forehead before he walked over to his young master*

```"You fucking brat! Why didn't you tell me you had all these tricks in your sleeves!"```

*He aid giving the taoist a great bear hug whilst giving a hardy laugh*
Rachel
*As he arrived back to the stands, he was immediately met by the screaming and big hug from Elder Shen*

```"Ha ha ha, as you know in the cultivation world, one must never reveal all the cards in their hand. But I see that you and the esteemed first star, have som-"```

*Before he could finish that sentence, he felt a hard smack from the back of his head from Elder Shen and only laughed more. Although Elder Shen had a non-chalant face, he knew the man was blushing internally*

```"Also great Orc WarChief, allow this Taoist be the one who tends to your wounds, as I am indeed the one whom delt it to you, ha ha ha"```

*With that, he extended his hand with a pill inside, taking this would heal his wounds and disappate the effects of the emotion severing divine dao techniques*
Mary
```"Ho ho ho, so it would seem the young flood dragon has ascended to that of a dragon. As he once said, for the hidden dragon to peer out of the clouds. Well, it is my turn to challenge you is it not Kleo?"```

*The old man asked as he smiled towards her*
Charles
*Turned from the taoist looked him slowly up and down surely he was jesting? He didn't see any medical equipment on the taoist?*

`"No tools? How heal wound?"`

*He rose his arm up that was damaged but couldn't move his fingers or wrist he saw the tiny pill he reached his massive hand out and as it was placed on his palm he took it and would feel his wounds stitching themselves up and putting itself back together.*

`"Thank you ...Wei"`

*He said Weis first name he couldn't say the last part.*
Richard
*As her head was kissed she turned away slightly as took a few breaths to collect herself he made her so nervous and a mess unlike her calm collected self, but she didn't reply to him saying he would stop forever she fixed her outfit and thought the event to be over so she would have her mage staff floating beside her.*

`"Oh?"`

*She turned to face spear king.*

`"You wish to challenge me now i wish not to harm your old bones."`

*She chuckled as she jested with him.*

`"Let us go for a bout perhaps you can help this lady feel some happiness in a fight."`

*She smiled as she slowly began to lift off the ground her cloak swaying violently as she floated and planted the tips of her feet in the ground with a small twirl and purple, blue colors magic butterflies came from where she once stood as she just disappeared in an instant and was in the arena.*
Rachel
```"You are quite welcome Orc WarChief"```

*He smiled, then looked to the Spear king and Kleo, his eyes blinked. The first and second star were about to fight? A grand opportunity to learn, especially from the esteemed senior the Spear King Jung Goo-rim... With that, Elder Shen too let go. Wei Wuxian sat at his now new throne, constructed out of qi being his new '4th throne' for the time being*
Carl
*He walked over to Kleo's chair, standing next to it as he watched and prayed for her victory. Though he was rather interested in what the supposed Spear King was capable of doing. He hadn't seen the lower realm's martial arts except for Wei Wuxian's, thus he wondered how far along this man had developed*

```"Good luck, enchanting Witch Kleo"```

*The man said, crossing his arms*
Mary
*The old man stood from his chair and laughed when she said such words*

```"Heh heh, let's see if your magic and tricks show you the way to the door, ha ha ha. Entertain this old man, as will old lady entertain herself"```

*He said, chuckling about, as he jumped down along with her*
William
*Moved her military hat over her eyes slightly to cover part of her face as she tilted her head back relaxing she licked her feet up on a small ledge Infront of her chair, might as well relax she thought as this was going to be a looooong fight hopefully they don't reck the entire stadium.*

`"If they break the barriers be ready to place new one's last time they brought the floating stadium down to the ground."`

*She took a breath keeping her eyes closed she guessed she could relax for now but she still had to follow procedure challenge the sword saint he won't be able to fight so he will yield and so on he would be placed at the last star and removed from the roster.*

`"Elder Shen sir... Perhaps you are to... Forward with your approaches with the lady Kleo perhaps you should take her on a date."`

*She gave a hint with a chuckle she was able to speak freely without kleo being here.*

`"I never seen her as happy as she was in just a small conversation with you. Wei Wuixan sir I didn't know you were with the lady senia what a turn of events oh my the political scene is about to get real messy you know how many suitors she turned down?!"`

*She had soft laughter but if Wei was to make her happy she was happy.*

`"I know lady senia a bit, kind and sweet you two make a perfect couple I assume."`
Carl
*With the Commander's warning, both Wei Wuxian and himself weaved hand signs, then placed down a barrier around them. This much qi and protection would last for as long as need be to contain*

"Hm? Ha ha ha, young lass, let this Elder give you some insight. This Elder is old fashioned, with time will our connection grow. Need not a specific time, and I would rather show her the beauty of the upper realm to do so, ha ha ha."

*However, he understood her intentions and would perhaps apply that sometime in the near future*

"So it seems, this elder feels for her pained heart"
Rachel
"Ha ha ha, I've heard that many a time now and I'm still not used to it, ha ha ha. I hadn't known she had such positions, though I had a feeling many wished to pursue her. Although, this humble Taoist has captured her heart"

*The man smiled, scratching the back of his head, laughing nervously*

"Lady Senia is a woman whom I'm lucky to have found. By chance, met at an inn ha ha ha. This Taoist thanks the commander for such praise, though what of you? Has any man dare to woo the silent star?"
William
*Was relaxing calmly, as she listened to the elder perhaps he was right with time the connection would grow who knows of this mans experience but from what little she has seen he probably knows what he doing, she chuckled, this would make her rethink her plan.*

`"When you become married you will be lord of house belfort I heard a rumor that there was already a young lord but something happened among the house that has been kept under tight lip for decades. It said he died a horrible death for being a disgrace or something how the rumor went. The lady senia told me she is in search of that young lord perhaps it be someone close to her I don't know the full details."`

*She said lady senia only told her this so that's all she knew, but upon hearing him say has any man caught her eye her face went disappointed for a moment.*

`"No I'm the silent star for a reason typically unnoticed by most my sword style bores people I have no flashy abilities or magic or mystical spectacles like you, the boy, warchief or any other start just fencing style of fighting."`

*She stated as a frown came across her face but her eyes remained closed and covered by the hat.*

`"The military uniform itself also usually scares people off maybe it's because I'm to forward, the military made me follow strict everything, routine speaking loudly you know the jist."`
Rachel
"That too is what my dearest had told me, to become a lord of the house of belfort. A task that scares me, however, I know that I am capable. Though, the endeavor I know of as well, I saw her off before she embarked on such journey"

*Wei Wuxian smiled gently, though he dare not spare any other detail as it was not his business to say. She may be his wife to be, however, he was not at liberty to speak of such thing nor spare information unless Lady Senia herself was there. When she said how none had tried courting her, he raised a brow and shook his head*

"Alas, that means men these days are fools to a gem in front of their eyes. Though, a simple sword style does not mean it does not have its beauty. To be entranced by one's sword's movements is what is considered true beauty by those of the sword. To be captivated with every stroke and movement."

*He chuckled and gestured for her to come*

"In my eyes, it means that you have not found the right person. Such qualities define an independent and outspoken young woman. In due time, you will find the right man. Though, I fear for when that man angers you ha ha ha."
William
`"I hope she does find whatever she is looking for, her people grow restless each passing year, but a few years is small in the lives of a half elf half aerie."`

*She stated, as he said most men were fools she laughed softly, as she opened one eye to look at him seeing he had looked at her when he spoke.*

`"Hmm perhaps, sir are you saying that maybe those who also partake in being a warrior may be be interested in me for my swordsmanship and it's beauty I am a little lost I understand the beauty and art of swordsmanship, it is quite lovely when you understand every movement, when I watched you fight it had me on the edge of my seat."`

*She stated but when he gestured her to come she rose her feet off the ledge and stood up fixing any crease on her uniform fixing her boots and fixing her hat, it was pure instinct drilled into her brain she didn't even realize she was doing it before she walked over to him.*

`"Find the right person... You know sir I have heard that before all the old people back in my country always told me that no disrespect to you sir I'm not calling you old hahah."`

*She laughs softly as he spoke she would listen intently.*

`"I can only hope, however it is quite hard when no man approaches, or looks at you, I resorted to trying to approach men but they always walk away or say they aren't interested I never knew why."`

*She stated as she tilted her head thinking as she remembered the scene of her in a small festival in a town not more then 3 years ago she approached a guy with a bright smile and stood at attention as she asked him out directly but he rose his hands and shook his head saying no and then just walk running away, that was the last time she tried it happened nearly 5 times before she gave up.*
Rachel
"I hope she does as well, in fact I plan to join her soon. After this tournament is when I shall take my leave, ha ha ha"

*He looked towards the young girl and chuckled lightly*

"I will offer some insight. Had it not been for my fanciful qi usage, my techniques may not have been as flashy nor pretty. However, both you and I know to ignore such things as neither of us may understand the usage of our energy. However, we take notice in the sword's path. How it moves and shows the sword's intent is what makes it beautiful. My sword happens to have the intent of blooming plum blossoms, thus the natural effect is what you saw before. When given then chance, I will examine your swordsmanship."

*The more she spoke about her failed attempts he raised his hand and patted her head lightly*

"Worry not, your chance will come, ha ha ha. One must not rush to it, allow the men to approach you. You will understand and know when the right man approaches you. They will leave you unable to speak or challenge you intellectually and entertain a conversation with you. You will know"
William
*Listened to his advice this was different advice then she was use to, as she listened to his words, and nodded she had made guesses to what made the beautiful spectacles, he confirmed some of her guesses.*

`"Perhaps you'll get the chance after seeing your battle with the sword saint, I realized how far he fell in terms of his disipline, of him making use of his arts it was sloppy compared to what he used to do, but you humble sir I have never seen swordsmanship like yours not even in my home country."`

*She would give him praise, as he patted her head she rose one of her hands that had black leather tight glove and fixed her hat on instinct, but she looked slightly away as he did that with a soft look in her eyes the pat did feel nice.*

`"Easier said then done hahaha."`

*She laughed slightly it was funny because it never happened to her but she also was laughing the pain away at the same time hiding her feeling away with a laugh.*

`"If that time were to ever come, I will cherish it, for all I wish for is for a companion, it may not even need to be a romantic partner I will settle for a platonic deep companion if that's all I can receive, I take what's given and nothing more whatever the world or gods put before me is what it shall be."`

*She placed both her hands to her sides standing tall as she looked at him then glanced away towards the fight for a second then turned her head back to him.*

`"They seem to be destroying everything, my eyes can't keep up with there movements there to fast for me."` 

*Wait a minute... Where was the boy if spear king took him now spear king was fighting she looked at spear kings chair his outline was empty the dashed outline of where the boy was supposed to be in his arms was empty she looked around and saw him on the floor sleeping with a blanket over him*
Roland
*Slept peacefully on the floor it was uncomfortable but there wasn't a place he couldn't sleep, standing up done it leaning against the wall did it, in a small crawl space done, winter snow done, desert sand done it, on a boat maybe... He had bad motion sickness. Half his face was covered with the blanket as he had a very soft and quiet occasionally snore as his body was healing they healed his arm best they could with there magic and wraps luckily he was asleep so there were no questions or complaints his lips still had the faint blue color on them.*
Rachel
```"No matter how sharp a sword is, it will become dull if not used overtime. The swordsmanship0 which I use comes from my home town, deeply rooted with my family, I am a direct descendent of the first Mount Hua Sect, ha ha ha."```

*He put his hand back down and smiled towards her*

```"Give it time, no need to rush into things"```

*Though whilst watching them fight, he nodded and only chuckled*

```"I can see them, though it is still hard to track, ha ha ha. Though the spear king's techniques are so simplistic, yet so fluid. I think today, perhaps the spear king may win"```

*Seeing the constant attacks being thrown at each other, utter destruction and reckoning within the barrier... To think they would be so powerful and capable of such things... One day, Wei Wuxian too will rise to such occasion*
William
`"Perhaps you would like a friendly spar if you have the time."`

*She laughed as she looked at the fight watching the two she only saw the after images and attacks that already passed then new attacks she rubbed her left hand softly as she couldn't keep up she walked back to her throne and sat down tilting her head down.*

`"Perhaps your right but don't count out kleo she hasn't moved from her spot for awhile for a reason."`

*She gently lifted her hat and lowered it slightly across her face to hide her eyes covered her face slightly a soft red hue came over cheeks as she was thinking about something...*
Rosalind
*As the fight progressed the battle was raging until it was actual night fall and not from the witches spell it went from afternoon to slowly turning into actual night soon the battle was dying down and the two powerful fighters had come to a stalemate with no clear winner or victor, it was the versatility of magic versus the strength, and sheer skill of the spear king and it leveled out to a slow and steady draw.*
Rachel
```"Perhaps, in the future, though I can see that my future is filled with many things to do, ha ha ha"```

*Wei Wuxian watched them intently, analyzing and taking in whatever he could from how the spear king fought*

```Hm... It would seem that perhaps neither of them may win seeing this..."```

*Seeing how their battle drew on for so long*
William
*Had almost fell asleep because she couldn't keep track of anything she was fading off to sleep upon hearing Weis voice her eyes opened.* 

`"I don't know what the rules say about a draw perhaps, they just remain the same rank then next year they have to fight to settle it."`

*That was her best guess, she slowly began to fall asleep again she slowly fell out for a deep sleep for a few minutes before waking up with a gasp and a half face of horror as she looked around, left then right her hands were wrapped around an imaginary weapon in her head it was a magic rifle, she took a few deep breaths, as she had seen her fair share of battles before she became this strong being on the receiving end fighting a hopeless battle against stronger opponents leaves scars on the mind.*