The first thing that came into view was a distant ancient white stone forest, composed of towering white stone pillars reaching into the clouds. It is said that during the peak of the royal court, each pillar would be occupied by a member of the Elder Council.
Now, however, less than a tenth of the seats are occupied.
Selena turned her head to look back in the direction she came from and could clearly see the scene of the Valley of Golden Gates.
Before this trial ends, the wide-open portal will not close. Anyone can witness it, to demonstrate the 'Holy Grail's' fairness and strictness.
The six-sided wizards were all present, standing in tacit understanding around the white stone forest, while the Golden Gate River flowed around the stone forest. Voices, aged yet dignified, descended from each stone pillar.
"Wield the broken grail to ascend the throne, not because of your strength,
but because when all are weak, you still see the light.
