Heavenly Phoenix Range...
Spectators leaned over railings, eyes blazing with curiosity, anger, and greed. The betting slips in many hands were crumpled tight—some from anxiety, some from rage.
Above them, floating high on a jade disk, stood Elder Feng, his azure robes snapping in the wind. His voice thundered like rolling drums.
"The third round is over! Now begins the weighing and judging of the treasures gathered within the Treasure Land! All disciples will present their harvests before the ten appointed Judging Managers. The value of your finds will decide your rank!"
His words rolled over the crowd, igniting a wildfire of anticipation.
In the center of the platform, ten tall figures descended. Each wore crimson robes embroidered with golden scales and carried in their hands a Spirit Weighing Scale—an artifact of gleaming silver that pulsed with spiritual light.
