The sun was already high in the sky, shining brilliantly over the floating city.
The Central Plateau was more crowded than ever. Cultivators from all domains had gathered to witness the semifinals. The floating wooden stands creaked under the weight of the crowd. Even the farthest branches of the giant trees were occupied by spectators who didn't want to miss a single moment.
The four finalists stood at the center of the arena, beneath the imposing shadow of the great ancestral tree.
Kyrian, of the Verdant Sword. Huo Ling, of the Flaming Sword. Mu Qing, of the Ancient Forest. Yin Xue, of the Shadow Valley.
Four youths. Four styles. Four talents.
The Leader of the Ancient Forest Sect raised his hand, and silence took over the plateau.
"The moment everyone has been waiting for has arrived. The semifinals of the Gathering of Domains. The rules are simple. Win and advance. Whoever is thrown out of the arena or can no longer fight will lose."
