The bronze cauldron reflected specks of golden light.
On the eastern side of the training ground, ten enormous bronze targets were neatly arranged, with bronze mirrors atop them reflecting beams of golden light under the sun.
Dong—Dong—Dong—
The sound of war drums steadily rose, rolling over the Royal Capital like spring thunder.
This drumbeat was the horn for the Martial Examination, announcing the official commencement of this grand event, held every three years.
At the same time.
Jiang Ning also handed over his Identity Token and the wax-sealed envelope he brought from Guangning Prefecture at one side of the training ground.
In front of him, the three inspecting officials took turns verifying his Identity Token's authenticity, repeatedly comparing several portraits of Jiang Ning, and checking the envelope to ensure it was sealed and unopened. This was followed by additional checks from the other two.
After confirming everything was in order.
