When Chu Xisheng and his two companions arrived at the South Street Temple Market, it was a scene of a teeming crowd.
This was undoubtedly the most bustling and prosperous location in the entire Ancient Market.
From the entrance of the God of Wealth Temple along the stone street, over twenty arenas had been set up on either side of the road.
Beneath each arena, large crowds had gathered, and vendors selling fruits and snacks weaved through them, shouting to sell their goods.
"The scale of the competition here is second only to the State City,"
Lu Luan led the way, explaining to the others, "Those who manage to set up an arena here are no ordinary people. They are known as stage masters with either deep backgrounds, extensive influence, or strong personal martial prowess.
Currently, the whole South Street Temple Market hosts three such stage masters, each occupying several arenas. They earn a fortune by facilitating wagers on the matches—"
