Chiyoda Shrine's back hill.
Granny Chiyoda led the three qualified candidates to an ancient tree, lush with branches and leaves.
The tree resembled a giant umbrella, forcing one to look up when standing beneath it.
A breeze brought with it the faint sound of crisp bells; Xia Yu looked up and saw that several small bells, tied with red cords, were hidden among the branches and leaves, dancing with the movement of the leaves.
Moreover, tied to the branches with red cords were not only little bells but also small plaques resembling Wish Talismans.
"The second round's challenge is up there."
The old woman slowly turned and said.
"Up there?"
Only Xia Yu looked astonished.
Takai Masashi and Hase Ichiro seemed to have some understanding of the second round's process.
"Pick one," the old woman said, her eyes fixed on Xia Yu, "'Instant Admission' is a special honor, but it also means the challenge will be much harder."
Damn!
