"Huang Ba of the Thousand Skulls Valley is the first winner of the second round!" The elder's voice resounded, a wave of cheers erupted from the crowd, each carrying the weight of admiration and envy.
Not long after, Gu Bingning, Xiao Hu, and Long Jingxia also emerged from the maze, their faces bearing the triumphant marks of victory. The crowd's cheers reached a crescendo, a symphony of celebration for the outstanding performance of these young cultivators.
The elder, his voice booming with authority, announced, "Congratulations to all who have reached the halfway point! You have secured your path to the Holy Lands. The final round will commence in one week's time. It will be a tournament-style competition, where the strongest will rise to the top. Prepare yourselves, for the ultimate challenge awaits!"
