The creak of heavy bronze echoed against the ancient stone walls as the monumental gates swung fully open, revealing a breathtaking sight. The Golden Sun Grand Colosseum was a colossal structure capable of holding hundreds of thousands of spectators, arranged in concentric tiers of white marble and adorned with golden banners fluttering in the wind.
In the lower and upper stands, a human tide roared with excitement, creating a deafening clamor that made the complex's foundations tremble. Delegations from vassal kingdoms and major independent sects were already seated in their respective sectors, presenting a sea of armor, refined robes, and banners of a thousand colors.
The Soaring Dragon Kingdom delegation marched down the central aisle, heading toward the royal box assigned to them in the eastern sector. The moment they appeared, the gazes of patriarchs, kings, and elders from other factions locked onto them immediately. Specifically onto Ethan.
