บท 245: Chapter 245

The second bell rang.

The participants, together with the accompanying persons, hastened to leave the training room. An audience of two thousand people erupted in applause as they reached the arena. An electric atmosphere of excitement and uncompromising rivalry reigned here. The spectators were breathless with excitement. Everyone had already placed their bets and stocked up on food and drinks for the whole day.

Fifty platforms rose up from the ground all around the colossal arena. They were adorned with heraldic emblems and colorful flags of noble families. That's where the participants and their family members went.

A high railing surrounded the platforms, protecting the stands behind them. The most luxurious seats in the front row were reserved for a few VIPs: the elders of the Grand family, the sects and the schools envoys, the distinguished guests from the other kingdoms, and the representatives of imperial power. The royal box was situated in the heart of the grandstand.