Bai Mei, disregarding formalities and social conventions, waved his hand for everyone to rise, then instructed Family Head Chen Daqian, "The time has come. Let us begin!"
Having said that, he brazenly sat down on the jade chair at the center.
Seeing this, Chen Daqian gestured to a short and stout elder behind him.
The short and stout elder nodded, stepped to the edge of the platform, and faced the thousands of Guang Generation clan members, announcing loudly:
"The triennial family competition is about to officially begin. Now, on behalf of the Clan Elder Council, I will announce the rules for this competition."
Although the short and stout elder did not speak very loudly, his voice echoed throughout the tree canopy, ensuring every clan member could hear clearly.
At that moment, everyone immediately quieted down, focusing their full attention on listening.
After taking another glance around, the short and stout elder continued to announce:
