Chapter 1299: The Great Drum

Benjamin Shaw answered without hesitation, "Yes!" Elder Mei studied him for a long moment, saying nothing more. He simply turned and led Benjamin into the Imperial Academy. They walked deeper inside until they reached a broad, open plaza. At the very center stood an enormous drum. It was nearly ten feet across, its surface stretched with some kind of beast hide. Even at a distance, it exuded an ancient, primal aura that made the air feel heavier. Beside it lay a drum mallet, almost seven feet...