Shi Lang gathered with the rest of the people after Elder Ji told the crowd to gather. He did not step up first. He wanted to see what these thirteen steps were all about.
Someone moved forward and stood before the steps. Shi Lang watched everything moving slowly, and the Elder said, "Step on those stairs and channel your spirit energy to climb up."
The disciple nodded and took a step onto the stairs. At the same time, his shoulders sank from a strong pressure. The young man barely stood on his feet a few breaths later.
The young man tried his best to move forward but could not after five minutes of stagnation.
Edler Ji said, "Step down. You can try again next year. You would suffer prolonged injuries if you tried to move to prevail."
The young man nodded and stepped down from the steps. The lady said, "You will be given the next chance next year because you were asked to test the steps without instructions."
