Female Novel
Chapter 619
Chapter 619
The next day, amidst the attention of the masses and their excitement, the Grand MedicinalCompetition finally began.
The grand hall was a building that cost billions and took Florence’s finest seven years to construct. Itwas large enough to accommodate over a hundred thousand people. Its overall structure resembled apalace, blending numerous elements of ancient Florence with modern facilities, ensuring anunparalleled experience.
This was the venue for the Grand Medicinal Competition.
Hanging in the middle of the hall was a large banner with the words ‘Fifth Grand Medicinal Competition‘written in golden font. The words were still clearly visible under the bright sunlight even from tens ofthousands of meters above.
A couplet was already hung on the magnificent gate.
The first half read, ‘To help the world with medicine, to embrace benevolence, and to consolidate ourfoundation.”
The second half read, ‘To save the dying and heal the wounded with miraculous skills, and to usemedicine with sincerity.”
This was the purpose of the Grand Medicinal Competition!
Inside the hall were numerous statues. At the front was Hippocrates, who was undoubtedly the fatherof medicine. Behind that were numerous statues of figures who inherited Hippocrates‘ spirit andbecame famous physicians in the world of medicine. They had all written books and inventedmiraculous cures. They were all brilliant gems in the medical field.
In the grand hall, the central focus was the stage of the Grand Medicinal Competition, spanning anarea of over a thousand square meters.
On the stage were cauldrons on red lacquered stands. The aroma of medicine filled the air with a clearfragrance. A crystal chandelier hung above, illuminating every corner with light.
Below the stage, nearly a hundred thousand seats formed a vast array like the Milky Way, envelopingthe stage without leaving any vacant spaces.
At the front were the esteemed dignitaries.
There were also a group of judges, a jury, and prominent figures from the Florencian medical field.
Behind them were numerous medical celebrities, distinguished guests, affluent families and theirchildren, and many others.
At that moment, all one hundred thousand seats were already occupied, and the hall was buzzing withvoices. Some were discussing enthusiastically, some were laughing, and some were whispering.
It was a lively scene.
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Just then, countless lights lit up, and the entire grand hall was illuminated as bright as day in the blinkof an eye.novelbin
A figure appeared on the central stage.
The person was dignified and stood with his head held high. He was the President of the MedicalSociety
in the capital, Angus Cline!
He cleared his throat, smiled, and began his speech.
“Esteemed leaders of the Medical Society Headquarters, seniors of the Florencian medical field, allparticipating doctors, and supporters and enthusiasts of the medical field…
“I, Angus Cline, welcome all of you on behalf of the Florence Medical Society!”
As soon as he finished speaking, the audience erupted into applause. It was like the sound of thunder,reverberating and never–ending, echoing in everyone’s ears.
After a long time, the applause gradually subsided.
The hall fell into silence, and countless eyes were fixed on him.
Angus scanned the surroundings and continued, “Now, I would like to invite the committee head of theMedical Society, Claude Martin, to deliver a speech!”
Amidst the brilliant light, a slender figure gracefully walked onto the stage. It was none other thanClaude
Martin.
Thunderous applause sounded again, lasting for a full minute.
“On this cool and pleasant autumn day, I am fortunate to be here with all the medical field enthusiastsin Florence to participate in this grand event. It is truly a great honor…”
After a long and uninformative speech, Claude finally said loudly, “I hereby announce the official start ofthe Grand Medicinal Competition!”
Then, he nodded downward and returned to his seat.
Angus continued, “Everyone, next up are the winners of the first ro