Head referee Chen Xun announced the winner, confirming the champion and the final rankings.
Chen Yu came down to present the prizes. The champion received a Gold-Inlaid Jade Seven Kill Sword, the runner-up a silver-inlaid jade sword, and third place a copper-inlaid jade sword. Everyone in the top ten received a Jade-Inlaid Iron Badge.
Chen Yu stood straight on the arena platform, projecting reliability and composure without losing his jade-like warmth. His wise, gentle gaze swept over everyone listening.
Everyone present was awed by his presence, which seemed capable of piercing through a screen and reaching straight into the audience's hearts.
His tone was measured and his expression composed as he delivered his closing remarks:
"Another five years have passed, and this year marks another clan celebration for our Chen Clan and Chenlin Village.
"You all saw our children's outstanding performances in this year's tournament-their boldness, spirit, and fierce determination. They did not squander their youthful years, so I will say no more about that.
"Believe that when you lift your heads, blue skies await, and when you step forward, a broad road lies before you.
"Some of these children are still receiving their education within the clan, growing strong;
"Some will soon journey far away, stepping into the unknown;
"Some are striving at their academies, giving free rein to their youthful vigor;
"If there is anything I would like to say to these children, then let me speak of youth.
"Youth is the beauty of the second month, when grass grows and orioles fly, and willows brushing the embankment grow drunk on spring's mist;
"Youth carries the sweetness of leaning against the doorway and looking back, only to sniff a green plum;
"Youth also passes through the confusion of towers lost in fog and crossings obscured by moonlight;
"But