The grand finale of the end-year exams arrived with the highly anticipated Hall Advancement events. It was the climax of the entire academic year, where halls from the lower, middle, and higher ranks would step onto the grand stage to challenge the reigning top halls.
Tens of thousands gathered—acolytes, instructors, and even honored guests, all eager to witness the spectacle.
Among the sea of eager faces, all eyes were drawn to the newly famed Hall 33. Their stunning first-place victory in the group exam had catapulted them from relative obscurity to the center of attention. Now, it was time for them to prove that their success was no fluke, to solidify their place among the elite.
From the podium, Headmaster Goldstein's gaze lingered on Emery. There was a subtle shift in his demeanor. His voice echoed across the assembly. "You may choose your challenge,"
