Chapter 786: Assuming the Chairmanship

"Won! Xu Jingming actually won?!"

"A seventh-rank mid-level reversed and killed an eighth-rank top-level—who could've imagined that?"

When Xu Jingming blocked Wu Xuan's wind-based combat technique, everyone was shocked, but not a single person believed Xu Jingming could win.

After all, the stamina difference between a seventh-rank mid-level adept and an eighth-rank top-level adept was utterly immense!

Yet reality was exactly this—Xu Jingming, relying on his formidable physique, accomplished the reversal and kill!

"Young Master, I've lost..."

Wu Xuan, who had been slain, reappeared on the island, his face filled with shame as he spoke to Leng Shu.

At this moment, Leng Shu's expression was equally grim.

He had thought this match was a sure win, and had even prepared a lunch banquet to celebrate his assumption of the chairmanship.

But he never expected the final outcome to be this.

"It's fine, Master Wu—you gave it your all."

After taking a deep breath, Leng Shu did not anger; instead, he comforted him.

Wu Xuan was an eighth-rank top-level Master Zongshi; even if he failed to assume the chairmanship, he would still become vice-chairman.

He must maintain good relations with Wu Xuan—there was no point blaming him for something already done.

And...

Leng Shu looked toward Xu Jingming, who had just been teleported back onto the opposite island of Leng Yuexi, and murmured:

"This guy really is too monstrous."

On the other side, Xu Jingming had just teleported back onto the island when Leng Yuexi sprinted over with her long legs.

Her fair, lovely face flushed with excitement as she cried: "Jingming, you did it! We won!"

Behind her, Leng Yuechan, Zhao Dehan, and several others approached with smiles on their faces.

The remaining eighth-rank bottom-level Master Zongshi sighed: "Didn't even need me to step onto the field—we already won."

Leng Yuexi and Xu Jingming were both seventh-rank mid-level Masters; only the three of them were eighth-rank Grand Masters.

Before the match began, they thought they'd have to hold the line.

But unexpectedly, apart from Zhao Dehan, the two of them barely had to lift a finger...

"Wu Xuan's spell-based combat techniques were indeed powerful, but his physique was too weak—once I closed in, he had no way to stop me."

Xu Jingming replied with a smile.

"Of course—not everyone can balance two cultivation paths like you."

Leng Yuexi said as if it were obvious.

When she sparred with Xu Jingming before, had the rules not restricted combat to close-quarters fighting...

He could've suppressed her without even lifting a finger.

"Ladies and gentlemen."

At this moment, Leng Cang's figure reappeared in midair.

His face now bore traces of shock and surprise; after slightly composing himself, he continued:

"This match has been won by my daughter, Leng Yuexi.

According to the pre-match rules, she will succeed me as Chairman of the Headquarters.

I will gradually transfer the chairmanship's authority to her.

Xiao Xi is exceptionally outstanding—her management of the Myanmar branch increased profits by over 65% in just over four years!

Moreover, she possesses an S-rank elemental Fire ability—her future is boundless!

I believe that under her leadership, the Fox Spirit Guild will usher in even greater glory!!"

After this powerful speech, dozens of eyes turned toward Leng Yuexi—with envy, with astonishment.

They knew that from today onward, Leng Yuexi would be the new master of the Fox Spirit Guild!

"That's enough for today. Xiao Xi, Shu—stay behind. Everyone else may exit the virtual world."

Leng Cang's gaze swept across Leng Yuexi and Leng Shu, finally settling on Xu Jingming.

His voice softened: "Young Master Xu, if you don't mind, could you please stay as well?"

After a moment's hesitation, Xu Jingming nodded: "Of course."

Though his consciousness was within the virtual world, he could still sense movements in the real world.

Should any anomaly arise, he would immediately exit the virtual world.

"Then let's move to another location."

Leng Cang waved his right hand, and the group was instantly transported from the arena to a villa's living room.

Simultaneously, a scar-faced man in military uniform appeared beside Leng Cang.

"This is my good friend Wang Tai—you may call him Uncle Wang."

Leng Cang smiled and introduced him, "Tai Ge, please accompany Jingming and the others back.

Shu, come with me to the study."

Leng Shu rose and followed Leng Cang upstairs, leaving only Wang Tai, Xu Jingming, and Leng Yuexi in the villa's living room.

"Xu Jingming! The Number One Prodigy of Blue Star! Truly, fame doesn't do you justice!

I came here today only to visit my old friend, yet you've given me such a tremendous surprise!"

Wang Tai gazed at Xu Jingming with burning eyes, "When Blood Sword my lord launched his raid to kill in Sakura Nation, I heard your name from Commander Cao.

I never imagined that so little time had passed and you've already grown this strong!"

"Commander Cao?" Xu Jingming looked at him in confusion.

"Commander Cao—Ninth-Rank Peak Councilor."

Wang Tai laughed heartily and said, "Several decades ago, I spent some time in the Black Dragon Legion.

"At that time, Lord Cao Jun hadn't stepped down yet, and he was considered my direct superior."

"I see." Xu Jingming nodded slightly.

Although Cao Jun remained skeptical about his suspicion of Councillor Liu Yushan.

But Xu Jingming did not develop any ill feelings toward him because of it.

With Cao Jun as a topic, Wang Tai quickly struck up a conversation with Xu Jingming.

He naturally also mentioned that two months from now, the Wu Guan Exchange Tournament might be changed to be held in the Yel Secret Realm.

"In my opinion, you'd actually be best off not participating in this Wu Guan Exchange Tournament."

Wang Tai said with some hesitation.

"Why?"

Xu Jingming was somewhat surprised, and Leng Yuexi likewise cast a curious glance over.

She had originally assumed Wang Tai should have Xu Jingming represent Lei Ting Wu Guan to bring glory to Great Xia.

"According to the original plan, the Wu Guan Exchange Tournament should have been fought in the virtual world.

In the virtual world, it doesn't matter how you fight — for instance, if you cut down Wu Xuan, it wouldn't have any impact on reality.

But this time is different — so many eighth-rank Grandmasters from different countries will be entering the secret realm.

To compete for rare flowers and exotic herbs, they'll definitely fight fiercely, and a few deaths would be considered normal."

Wang Tai explained.

If a prodigy with limitless prospects like Xu Jingming were to perish because of entering the secret realm, that would truly be a loss outweighing the gain.

"If I were afraid of danger, I wouldn't have come to Dayangzhou."

Xu Jingming replied with a smile, "Besides, why worry about me being in mortal danger, rather than the people from other countries being in danger?"

The Yel Secret Realm — ninth-rank ability users have no way to enter.

By his estimate, two months from now, his strength should be able to rise to the point of being invincible below ninth rank.

"Hahaha, looks like I was overthinking it."

Wang Tai was stunned for a moment upon hearing this, then burst into laughter, and when he looked at Xu Jingming again, his gaze was already full of admiration.

Indeed, if he were afraid of danger, Xu Jingming should be back in the country at this point, not in Dayangzhou.