Inlander

Double Knockout System

The next day, where the morning was very bright. It was also the day when the team that qualified for the semifinals was announced.

However, unfortunately, Jim could not see the announcement. Because he was still lying unconscious and still getting treatment in the luxurious inn.

Fortunately that morning, Ayabelle had started to open her eyes, but she was still in a weak state because she had a weak physique. So he was still lying in bed to recover his energy and mana.

Only Agacia was left who could move even though she was also weak and covered in bandages, but at least she could still walk.

It was enough for Eliza to go alone to the arena to see the announcement representing The Hanging Party.

However, because Cia was also curious, she accompanied Eliza to the arena.

That morning, by forcing herself, Cia left the inn together with Eliza.

Arriving at the gate of the inn, already parked a horse carriage with a coachman. None other than that, the coachman was Xyros.

"Why you are here?" Cia asked who was confused because it was still early this morning, Xyros was ready with his horse carriage.

Before answering Cia's question, Xyros got off the carriage seat. He opened the passenger door. He said, "aren't you going to see the announcement too?"

"Yes indeed, then why are you here?" Cia asked again.

"Isn't it obvious, don't you guys need a ride?" Xyros said while offering his carriage ride to Eliza and Cia.

Indeed, usually, Cia and Eliza only walk if they are going to the arena because the location is very close to the inn. However, it seemed that Cia could no longer resist Xyros' good intentions.

Cia and Eliza looked at each other. Finally, they both agreed to Xyros and received a lift from Xyros.

Before long, Cia rode the horse carriage followed by Eliza behind her. As for Xyros being the coachman controlling the horse. They went to the arena.

A few minutes later in the middle of the trip, Eliza sued Cia. Cia realized that and immediately turned to Eliza.

Then Eliza said something to Cia. She said, "Cia, did you make an appointment with him?". Eliza only moved her mouth, but her voice was not heard. She spoke so slowly.

"Ha?" Cia answered while bringing her ear closer to Eliza. Because she didn't hear what Eliza said.

Eliza said the same words again. But now she whispered to Cia right near her ear.

"No…" she said quickly. Her voice was a little loud.

Cia dodged Eliza's question, indeed she didn't make an appointment with Xyros at all. She was also confused about what Xyros was thinking.

After Cia spoke a little loudly, Xyros heard that and he looked back. Seeing Xyros looking back, Cia immediately covered her mouth with her hands.

Xyros just smiled a little and turned his gaze forward again.

"I didn't make an appointment with him at all, this was his initiative," said Cia in a low tone and slightly shook her head. She tried to clarify to Eliza.

••••

It didn't take long, just a few minutes, the three of them had arrived at the arena. Although today there is no match schedule, the area outside the arena is still quite crowded.

Many street vendors peddle their wares, not to forget the visitors, as well as the participants, gathered to immediately see the notice board.

Finally, Xyros, Eliza and Cia got off the horse carriage.

The three of them walked towards the crowd. Which they walked towards where the bulletin board was.

The notice board was made of a projector magic tool. The device displayed a large translucent screen.

The tool can be used for communication and also as television if the size is large.

The tool shows emcee and several tournaments organizing committees.

Fortunately, when the three of them arrived at the venue, an announcement ceremony was just about to take place. So they are not late.

Even though the Silver Noble Party and The Hanging had passed, they still insisted on seeing the announcement. Because they were curious who they were going to fight.

The elimination system used in the general-level wizard tournaments was slightly different from the academy-level wizard tournaments. Because at the general level tournament using a double knockout system.

Which, whoever the team loses twice, certainly, the team will not qualify.

To occupy first place in the group stage, that team must be unbeaten, or with a losing streak of zero.

The Silver Noble party who has an unbeaten record on the group stage, deserve to be the group champion and become the main representative of East Meridion.

because in the last match the Silver Noble Party defeated The Hanging Party. They can't be doubted. With their cohesiveness and strength, they deserve to be the champions of the East Meridion group.

As for the second representative, the team that has a maximum record of losing once, in this case, The Hanging Party has a record of losing once.

The Hanging Party, which is staffed by Jim, Agacia and Ayabelle, has the right to be the second representative from East Meridion.

The draw for the semifinals of the general level tournament has finally been announced.

Unexpectedly, it seems that The Hanging Party's road to getting to the top is very difficult. Because, in this semifinal match, they were met by the group winner from west Meridion.

The semi-final system in this tournament is that the leader of the standings from each group will be met with the number two team. So, like it or not, The Hanging Party will fight the group winner from West Meridion.

After seeing who the opponent will be facing, Cia bowed slightly. She felt a little pessimistic when she faced a strong team in west Meridion

Suddenly Xyros patted Cia's shoulder saying "hey, rest assured, you can do it. You said you wanted to meet me again in the finals, right?"

"But they are a formidable opponent," said Cia nervously

"You know, the toughest opponents are not those at the top, but those who keep trying and don't be afraid of whoever their opponent is," said Xyros, trying to motivate Cia.

Finally, Cia was touched by Xyros' words. Make her now back again optimistic and keep moving forward.

"You're right, whoever my opponent is, I will continue to do my best," he said with a smile. Eliza also smiled seeing Cia getting excited again.

After hearing the results of the announcement, suddenly Eliza left. Eliza looks very in a hurry, she runs away from Cia and Xyros while saying "okay, I'll go first"

"Hey… Eliza, where are you going?" asked a confused Cia. Because without explaining the reason, Eliza absentmindedly suddenly left.

By looking her back and waving her hand, Eliza said "I have some business, you guys go first".

Suddenly Eliza had disappeared from Cia's sight because at that time around the arena it looked crowded and many people were passing by.

After Eliza's left, the atmosphere became awkward. How not, now there are only the two of them, Cia and Xyros.

Cia had not imagined that it would even happen like this as if this had been planned.

"Emm… Well, how about we take a walk around here? Haven't you seen the state of this town in a long time?" Xyros ventured to take Cia for a walk.

Because it was already done, Cia also agreed with Xyros, even though she looked very embarrassed when she was alone with Xyros.

Finally, the two of them walked and walked around the shopping area around area.

••••

In the early morning that afternoon, when Eliza, Xyros and Cia came out, Jim was injured and unconscious at that time.

Before Jim woke up, Ayabelle had first woken up. Since Ayabelle was not seriously injured, she immediately stood up as soon as she regained consciousness.

But when Aya got out of bed, she saw Jim also lying on the bed next to her.

Aya approached Jim's bed, when she saw Jim closely, Aya looked surprised, because Jim's body was very weak and full of wounds.

A few seconds later, a nurse in a maid outfit came up to the two of them and advised Aya not to move much and to stay on bed rest.

"Madam, you should rest," said the maid.

"No, I feel better now, how is Jim? Is he going to be all right?" Aya asked the maid with a worried face. He was very worried about Jim's condition

With a smile, the maid replied "Don't worry madam, your friend's condition is slowly improving you don't need to worry"

"Thank goodness" With a deep sigh, Aya felt a little relieved to hear the maid's words.

"Okay madam, stay rest. I will bring you food" said the maid.

The maid went to the kitchen to make food.

"Wait," said Aya who stopped the maid.

"Does madam need anything?" asked the maid.

"Can I join in the cooking too?" Ask Ayabelle

"Of course madam, but you better rest, let me make your food," said the maid.

"No, I want to cook food for my friend when he wakes up," said Aya who kept on yelling to come to the kitchen.

"Okay madam if you insist, but don't push yourself too much," said the maid. She allowed Aya to come to cook with him.

"Okay," Aya said with a smile, it seemed she wanted to cook food for Jim.

"Okay madam, follow me," said the waiter. Finally, Aya followed the maid to the kitchen.