Chapter 147: Encounters from the Past

Li Yang's eyes darted to one of the elders standing with an air of authority. The moment their eyes met, a rush of memories cascaded through Li Yang's mind. "Shen?!" he whispered under his breath. The very man who had betrayed his father now stood mere feet away from him. A chill ran down his spine and a storm of emotions threatened to break out, but he held his ground. There was a bigger game at play, and he needed to be vigilant.

Mr. Henry, sensing the electric tension in the air, decided to ease the situation. "Before we commence, introductions are in order," he announced, ensuring every eye was on him.

Lysander, always the embodiment of calm and grace, stepped forward, introducing himself. "I'm Lysander, the pride of the Seven Stars Academy and its chosen representative."

Following suit, Lyria stepped forth. Her serene eyes swept the crowd as she said, "I am Lyria, also representing the Seven Stars Academy. It is an honor to stand here today."

Now, all eyes were on Li Yang. He took a deep breath, steeling himself for the introduction. With a strategic decision to use an alias, he deepened his voice, "My name is Ming." There was a brief pause, as those familiar with him tried to reconcile this 'Ming' with the Li Yang they knew.

Mr. Henry caught the slight hesitation in Li Yang's voice but chose not to pry. There was a hint of surprise in his eyes, but he merely nodded, respecting Li Yang's decision to remain incognito.

The patriarch of the Crescent Clan, a tall figure with piercing eyes, stepped forward. "Now, for our representatives," he announced with a hint of pride in his voice.

A graceful lady with midnight black hair introduced herself as Luna, the first-born of the Crescent Clan. Beside her, a young man with a stern face and sharp features announced himself as Orion, the clan's finest warrior. Lastly, a mysterious figure, cloaked in shadows, introduced himself as Eclipse, the silent protector of the clan's secrets.

As the introductions ended, an electrifying tension filled the air. Both sides, with their chosen warriors, were ready for the challenges ahead, knowing that the stakes were higher than ever before.