Ma Chao ultimately chose not to reconcile with Fa Zheng; his pride wouldn't allow him to accept such a resolution, which seemed to approach disregard.
[Why am I so weak!] At this moment, Ma Chao deeply yearned for power. He knew clearly that his intellect would never catch up to Fa Zheng's in this lifetime. The only thing that might earn Fa Zheng's recognition was his martial might.
[When we first met, there was still an intent to deal with me. After witnessing my strength, he lost interest. As expected, in his eyes, I am far too weak. My so-called prowess in martial arts is no match for true masters, and the command I hold in Yongliang's ranks is nothing but a joke to him.]
