章 70: Pillar Of Aptitude

Once the clans had finished greeting Ren Daoyu and the atmosphere settled down, Tianlong Zhen stepped forward once again. 

His voice, sharp and clear, rang through the pavilion.

"Now, the Grand Competition will begin! Those under 20 will go through the Pillar of Aptitude!"

As he spoke, the crowd watched intently, their curiosity piqued as they saw an enormous stone staircase materialize in the center of the competition ground.

"Before you is the Pillar Of Aptitude," Tianlong Zhen announced, gesturing toward the towering staircase. 

"Twenty steps, each one steeper and heavier than the last. The higher you climb, the more your body will be weighed down by a powerful pressure that tests not only your physical endurance but also your mental fortitude."

His words sent ripples of excitement through the younger participants, though there were some who visibly trembled at the challenge ahead.