Chapter 786: Assuming the Chairmanship

"Won! Xu Jingming actually won?!"

"A seventh-rank mid-level cultivator reversed and killed an eighth-rank upper-level cultivator—who could have 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 upper-level adept was astronomical!

Yet reality was 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, even preparing a lunch banquet to celebrate his assumption of the chairman position.

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 get angry; instead, he comforted him.

Wu Xuan was an eighth-rank upper-level Grand Master; even if he failed to become chairman, he would still be 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 Leng Yuexi island, 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 and Zhao Dehan, among others, also approached with smiles on their faces.

The remaining eighth-rank lower-level Grand Master sighed: "I didn't even need to step onto the battlefield—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, they had expected the three of them to bear the brunt.

But unexpectedly, apart from Zhao Dehan, the other two barely had any role to play...

"Wu Xuan's spell-based combat techniques were indeed powerful, but his physique was too weak—once I got close, 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 originally, if they hadn't restricted the match to close combat only...

He probably could have crushed her without even lifting a finger.

"Ladies and gentlemen."

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

His face now carried 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 the headquarters chairman.

I will gradually transfer all chairman 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 limitless!

I believe that under her leadership, the Spirit Fox 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 Spirit Fox Guild!

"Alright, that's enough for today. Xiao Xi, Shu, you two stay. Everyone else may exit the virtual world."

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

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

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

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

Should anything abnormal occur, 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 can call him Uncle Wang."

Leng Cang smiled and introduced him, "Tai Ge, please keep Xu Jingming company for now.

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 living room.

"Xu Jingming! The number one prodigy of Blue Star! Truly, fame doesn't do you justice!

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

Wang Tai gazed at Xu Jingming with burning eyes: "When Blood Sword Lord launched his raid on 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: "Decades ago, I served for a time in the Black Dragon Legion.

Back then, Commander Cao hadn't yet retired—he was my direct superior."

"I see." Xu Jingming nodded slightly.

Although Commander Cao had doubted his suspicions regarding Liu Yushan's councilor status,

Xu Jingming had not developed any ill will toward him.

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

He naturally mentioned the possibility that the Martial Arts Academy Exchange Tournament might be relocated to Ye Er's Secret Realm.

"In my opinion, you really shouldn't participate in this year's Martial Arts Academy Exchange Tournament."

Wang Tai said hesitantly.

"Why?"

Xu Jingming was surprised; Leng Yuexi also turned to him with curious eyes.

She had assumed Wang Tai would urge Xu Jingming to represent Thunder Martial Arts Academy and bring glory to Great Xia.

"Originally, the tournament was planned to be held in the virtual world.

In the virtual world, no matter how you fight, it has no impact on reality—for example, if you cut down Wu Xuan, it wouldn't affect the real world.

But this time is different: so many eighth-rank Grand Masters from different nations will enter the Secret Realm.

To compete for rare herbs and magical plants, they'll definitely clash violently—deaths will be normal."

Wang Tai explained.

If a prodigy with limitless potential like Xu Jingming perished inside the Secret Realm, it would be a tragic waste.

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

Xu Jingming replied with a smile. "Besides, why assume I'm the one in danger, rather than those from other nations?"

Ye Er's Secret Realm is inaccessible to ninth-rank adepts.

In his estimation, by the time two months pass, his strength should reach a level where no one below ninth rank can match him.

"Hahaha, it seems I was overthinking it."

Wang Tai paused, then burst into laughter again, his gaze toward Xu Jingming now brimming with admiration.

Indeed, if he feared danger, Xu Jingming would be back in the homeland right now—not in Dayangzhou.