I Became a Supporting Character in a Martial Arts Novel (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 77

The awards ceremony began immediately after the contest ended, before the heat had even cooled.

Though the finals had essentially turned into Mount Hua’s own celebration—surely frustrating for other sects and clans—everyone still cheered or applauded as I stepped onto the stage, regardless of their true feelings, so there was no awkwardness on my part.

‘Though it is a bit burdensome…’

…No. I shouldn’t complain when I’m already so well off.

After all, I’d already experienced being the center of attention back at Mount Hua. Thanks to that experience, I managed to keep my expression composed.

The Leader of the Martial Alliance personally handed me the prize money and gifts. Truthfully, I was far more interested in the Leader himself—known as the Sword Emperor—than in the rewards. Seeing his hands up close, firm and strong despite his age, I truly understood why they called him the Sword Emperor.

As soon as I stepped down from the platform, Grand Elder—who I hadn’t seen since the first day—approached me with a deeply satisfied smile. He leaned in slightly and whispered softly.

“Don’t check either of them right now. If some rare medicinal herb or something shows up as a prize, you’ll have people here going red-eyed and rushing at you.”

I gave a wry smile and nodded at his practical advice.

Honestly, even if I didn’t worry about it, the elders would handle things appropriately. Besides, I didn’t really need anything anyway, so whatever the prizes were, I didn’t care. I asked right away.

“Where should I put them?”

“Let’s see… yours…”

Grand Elder trailed off, scanning the surroundings, then reached out and grabbed the nearest Master Sabaeck.

Master Sabaeck, who had been approaching with a joyful expression likely to congratulate me, was suddenly yanked over and stared wide-eyed—but Grand Elder, wielding his seniority like a weapon, continued confidently.

“…Leave them with Master Sabaeck. Store them in the armory; it won’t be too late to check them once we return to Mount Hua.”

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