A middle-aged woman in white robes slowly approached.
Her long golden hair cascaded down her back, while her white magic robe was embroidered entirely with Golden High Elf Runes.
Though she was no longer young, her beautiful features still retained their charm.
The newcomer was none other than Ruoshui, an Eighth Order Cardinal Bishop of the Priest Temple.
"So it's Cardinal Ruoshui."
The three men nodded to greet the woman in turn.
Ruoshui smiled sweetly and nodded in return. "Shadow Hall Master, Lin Hall Master, Holy Knight Commander, greetings."
"From what I heard you discussing just now, the Assassin Temple and Knight Holy Temple have each produced a promising talent. They have worthy successors indeed!"
For the two of them to hold such high opinions, those youngsters were clearly no ordinary people.
Naturally, the stronger the participants in the selection tournament, the better it was for the Priest Temple as well.
After all, most priests lacked combat ability. In future clashes with the demons, they would still need their teammates' protection.
For a moment, Ruoshui also looked toward Ye Tian and Cai'er.
"What a handsome little fellow!"
"Achoo!"
Ye Tian sneezed instinctively.
"Are you all right?" Cai'er asked, her voice full of concern.
Ye Tian smiled and shook his head. "I'm fine, don't worry. Maybe someone's talking about me behind my back."
As soon as he finished speaking, an elderly man dressed in a light-gold fitted outfit stepped onto the central platform of the council hall.
The old man was broad and powerfully built, his muscles firm and strong.
Eight silver dragon patterns were embroidered on his light-gold attire. Coupled with his imposing gaze, he radiated an overwhelming sense of pressure.
Without saying a word, merely standing there was enough to silence everyone.
"Since everyone has arrived, the grouping ceremony