Time Travel: Age of Discovery

At this moment, the arena was already packed, and the bustling discussion echoed throughout the vast venue, punctuated by a few unique cheers of encouragement, like beads threaded through a silk thread, harmonious and melodious. Suddenly, the surrounding lights suddenly brightened, illuminating the dark blue duel arena. In an instant, the atmosphere of the entire venue was like a fiery furnace, added to the flames, and instantly ignited.

An emcee, dressed in a white shirt and sporting slicked-back hair, stood at the central podium. His distinctive voice echoed through the speakers on all four sides, resonating throughout the venue: "Everyone, thank you for your patience. Today, the last brave warrior enters the paradise, heralding the beginning of the long-awaited arena competition!"

Hua la la la——

The audience erupted in thunderous cheers, as if long-suppressed emotions, like a flood bursting through a dam, were finally released and vented. It felt like a soul trapped in darkness suddenly seeing light, all the pain and exhaustion in their hearts gushing out with the torrent. Every cell in their body was immersed in this intense emotional impact, unable to extricate themselves.

"According to custom, new heroes must first undergo the trial of the 'Bell-Untying Field'. However, the 'Brawl Area' has already passed, so if newcomers fail to meet the standards, they will not be able to participate in the final battle stage. This will undoubtedly be a severe test for them."

Teja leaned against a tree at the arena entrance, his mind racing. A gentle voice called out from behind him, "Mr. Carlos, I'm so sorry to have kept you waiting so long! I'm so sorry! Let me show you around our office and our work environment. If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to let me know."

Turning around, he saw a young gentleman wearing glasses, smiling broadly and holding a pair of boxing gloves, which added a hint of hidden meaning. He led Thea through the side door of the arena, into a gorgeously decorated vermilion corridor, and finally into the arena.

For a moment, Teya felt as if she were at a grand open-air gathering, but the sheer opulence of the venue betrayed its extraordinary character. "This way, please," the man politely instructed. Teya followed, peering through the transparent glass into the arena. Spectators were taking their seats, hundreds of them, and the atmosphere was bustling.

On the central platform stood a battle arena similar to the ones used by Teya recruits during training, only more sturdy, its dark blue material exuding a mysterious aura. Such a grand undertaking must be backed by a master. Yet, no clues to the treasure had yet appeared. Could this all be a cover-up by the treasure hunters? That was too much of an exaggeration.

At the end of the corridor, a ruby-encrusted door came into view. "Please come in. This is your exclusive lounge. A dedicated staff will explain the rules to you. Good luck." The man opened the door and respectfully withdrew.

From beginning to end, Teya felt at ease, like a distinguished guest. Entering the room, his nervousness dissipated, perhaps due to the isolation from the outside world. Though simple, the room exuded an understated luxury, with everything he needed. Teya sat on the sofa, awaiting further developments. He still had no idea about the rules of the arena, but he was confident they would be explained, so he let go of his concerns.

"I wonder how Tina and the others are doing now." Since the valley, Teya has always worn a black mask, and the discarded hat was torn to pieces by the wolf. Now he looks more like a masked knight than a detective.

Arena... Is it an elimination system?

As he was lost in thought, a knock on the door interrupted his thoughts. Teja stood up, but before he could say anything, the door opened and a woman in a black cloak walked in. Her long green hair revealed her gender. "Mr. Carlos, I'm your questioner. I'll explain all the rules of the arena to you."

"Just speak frankly. I'm all ears. If you have any questions, I'll ask you again." The woman was quite satisfied with Teya's words. She explained the rules in a concise and clear manner, making it easy to understand.

The Arena features three types of competition: "Bell-Breaking Field," "Brawl Zone," and "Showdown Moment." "Bell-Breaking Field" is a single-player competition, with opponents chosen by the Arena. The competition consists of ten stages, and the number of stages cleared determines the subsequent stages. "Brawl Zone" offers a chance for those who haven't made it past the fifth stage. Only the winners of the four zones advance to "Showdown Moment." "Showdown Moment" is the finals, where opponents are determined by a draw. Those who make it past the seventh stage advance directly to the finals.

Teya thought for a moment and asked, "So, those who have passed the fifth level but not the seventh level also have to participate in the 'brawl zone'?"

"That's right." The green-haired woman playfully stuck out her tongue. Thea didn't notice. He frowned, looking at the person before him with a questioning look. With a hint of curiosity and anticipation in his tone, he asked, "What if you pass the tenth level?" His voice revealed a desire for the unknown outcome, as if he hoped the other party would give him an answer that would solve the mystery in his heart.

"You mean the tenth level?" the green-haired woman repeated doubtfully. Teya nodded. "Since the arena's establishment, only one person has ever made it past the tenth level. He's the current arena master."

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