Chapter 913: It Must Be An Illusion
One was the Guild of Magic appointed by Geresco, while the other was the Guild of Magic of the birthplace of Geresco. The two Guilds of Magic had a history of over 1,000 years since their establishment. Hence, they were not considered to be at odds, but there was clearly a fierce competition between them.
It was precisely because of that that when Aldwin of the Alanna Guild of Magic stood on Chairman Andoine’s side, Canuman of the Geresco City Guild of Magic was also influenced and solicited by Deputy Chairman Rosen.
Although now, with the passing of the years, the God of Mages Geresco had already become a myth, Canuman’s prestige in the Supreme Council was not inferior to that of Aldwin. As Canuman spoke, everyone could tell that Rosen had the upper hand, and the proposal would pass without any slip-ups.
After raising his hand to stop the discussion between the councilors, Rosen sat by the side with some pride in his eyes, and questioned Andoine who was sitting not far away, “Chairman Andoine, the discussion of this proposal has been going on for a while. Can we proceed to the voting process?”
Voting? They didn’t need a vote to tell that two-thirds of the councilors were going to support Rosen’s proposal. Although Andoine was calm on the surface, he had already begun cursing his heart out deep down. If he had enough time to prepare, it wouldn’t be difficult to break the conspiracy, but the problem now was that there was no time to do so.
However, just as Andoine was being stuck in a dilemma, a calm voice suddenly sounded from the corner of the venue that had already returned to silence.
“There’s no need to vote. You want the Tera Mine, right? No problem, I can give it to the Supreme Council.”
In an instant, all eyes were on the corner where the sound had come from. The person seated there was none other than Lin Li.
Although everyone knew that it was almost inevitable for the Tower of Dusk to lose the Tera Mine, they were still shocked when they heard Lin Li say those words calmly.
How pretentious! Rosen thought to himself and sneered. He then said, “Very well, it is indeed commendable for councilor Felic to be able to put the interests of everyone first. In this case, Chairman Andoine, please announce the approval of this proposal.”
In Rosen’s opinion, Lin Li had to have felt that the matter was irrevocable, and thus took the initiative to come forward to say that to reduce the impact on Andoine’s prestige and authority.
“Felic?” Andoine was puzzled about Lin Li’s actions, but at the thought of the fact that he could not provide sufficient help for Lin Li, he could not help but feel guilty.
Lin Li stood up from his seat and gave Andoine a comforting smile. However, his face grew sullen afterwards, and he stared at the councilors coldly yet nonchalantly. With composure and indifference, he said, “Giving the Tera Mine to the Supreme Council will help promote the development of magical civilization, I have no problem with it.
“However, I also hope that you can all understand that the Tera Mine plays an important role in the establishment of the Breezy Plains Guild of Magic amidst the local chaos. Hence, for the sake of the development of the Guild of Magic, I would like to go back and send some people to the Caucaso region, the New Crescent Mountains, and the Manscoor region to explore and look for new Tera Mines. By then, I hope that the Guilds of Magic of these areas will be able to consider the greater good lest we create any unnecessary misunderstandings.”
As soon as Lin Li said those words, all the councilors were flabbergasted, and they got into an uproar as if his words were like a bomb.
If the areas that Lin Li was talking about were those natural restricted areas, others might really have suspected if he had secretly located some sources of the Tera Mine.
However, it was clear to every councilor present that the regions Lin Li was talking about were simply the regions where the Guilds of Magic helmed by the councilors who expressed their strong approval for the proposal were based.
The Caucaso region was the territory of the Geresco City Guild of Magic, and a large amount of its magical resources came from that region. The New Crescent Mountains were the territory of the New Crescent City Guild of Magic. Their Crescent magical gemstones were their specialty and their most important resource.
The Manscoor region had always been jointly owned by the Gino Guild of Magic and the Tarot Guild of Magic. The Presidents of the two Guilds of Magic were also strong supporters of Rosen.
Hence, it was obvious why Lin Li had chosen those regions.
Canuman slapped the table and stood up, after which a Legendary wave of mana was released. He glared at Lin Li and said in a sullen tone, “President Felic, are you threatening us?”
The Geresco City Guild of Magic and the Alanna Guild of Magic could be called the North and South Magic Capitals of Felan Kingdom. As the President of the Guild of Magic, Canuman’s abilities were not to be underestimated. At this time, he unleashed his huge magical waves, and even the councilors beside him could feel massive pressure.
“Threaten? No, it’s just a friendly reminder from me.”
In the face of the pressure caused by the massive magical waves, Lin Li remained calm and still.
“Alright, alright, we’ll always be welcoming you. However, accidents are inevitable, and I hope you will be prepared to bleed, President Felic.” Canuman burst into laughter out of pique, and his gloomy tone made everyone shudder.
Everyone knew that the strength of the Geresco City Guild of Magic was not inferior to the Alanna Guild of Magic’s. The President of a Guild of Magic that had only been established for a few years actually dared to issue such a threat. He was just courting death.
Not only did he fail to threaten the other party, he even ended up being forced into a desperate situation by the other party’s words. He would probably have to eat his words. Or so Rosen’s supporters thought, staring at Lin Li in a gloating manner.
However, Lin Li didn’t care about the gazes of the others, and instead hostilely said, “Rest assured, I’m certain that just you’ll bleed!”
The Presidents of the Guilds of Magic, including Leddings, all stood up in exasperation and disbelief. What do you mean? Challenging the Guilds of Magic altogether!? Does he think he’s the Supreme Council?
“Felic, are you declaring war on us!?” Leddings hollered. He was so infuriated that he was trembling. He felt that Lin Li was simply too arrogant and lawless!
“Will it be us that bleed? Today, we’re standing before so many councilors. I will see what means you have to have the audacity to be so arrogant!” Canuman then took out his staff and turned to look at Andoine and Rosen. He said, “Chairman and Deputy Chairman, I would like the conference to be paused for a while. Since his teacher didn’t teach him how to behave, I don’t mind teaching him a good lesson.”
He was even scolding Andoine. Of course, Canuman had no idea that Lin Li was also Andoine’s student. He merely knew that Lin Li was from Jarrosus in the countryside.
Canuman was extremely confident about defeating Lin Li even though he had already heard about Lin Li stepping into the Legendary-realm. However, in his opinion, he felt that a Legendary-mage who had merely stepped into the Legendary-realm less than two years ago could not compare to him, a Legendary powerhouse who had stepped into the Legendary-realm decades earlier.
Only those who had stepped into the Legendary-realm would know how difficult it was to increase their strength and advance in the Legendary-realm. Every level seemed like an insurmountable barrier. Even for those with extremely high magical talent, it would often take numerous years or over a decade of hard work to advance by one level.
The only people who had truly broken that rule in Anril were probably just the God of Mages Geresco and the three arbitrators.
Canuman had stepped into the Legendary-realm decades ago, and was now a level-23 Legendary powerhouse who was at the peak. His speed of advancement was already considered quite astonishing. In his opinion, even if Lin Li had the magical talent of Geresco, he would at most have reached level-21 in two to three years’ time. He would definitely win the battle with his special talent.
Canuman was not the only one. In fact, the councilors present mostly had the same thoughts as well. Leddings and the rest who had been named by Lin Li just now were thrilled. Being threatened by a young junior in front of everyone was infuriating. Even if Canuman had not intervened, they would have gotten ready to attack.
At this moment, everyone shifted their gazes to Lin Li, waiting to see whether the arrogant young man would bite the bullet and accept the battle, or take his words back cowardly without a backbone.
However, before Lin Li could even speak, a giant magic hand suddenly appeared out of nowhere in the middle of the venue. Not allowing them to react, the hand landed on Canuman who was clamoring for a battle. In plain sight, it tossed Canuman, the level-23 Legendary-mage, out of the venue.
That scene made everyone feel shocked and dumbfounded. Canuman was the President of the Geresco City Guild of Magic, and his status was not much inferior to that of Aldwin. More importantly, he was a level-23 Legendary-mage. Yet, he was like a pitiful worm that could not resist the Hand of The Mage.
In the entire Sky Garden, there were only three people who possessed such power. They were none other than the three arbitrators of the Supreme Council. Everyone fell silent, and their breathing became slower too. They were focusing their eyes on the young mage in the corner.
How could that be! Isn’t his backer Chairman Andoine!? Why would an arbitrator attack at this time? Is it really to protect him!? An arbitrator is a Sanctuary powerhouse, a godly existence! To the arbitrators, councilors and Legendary-mages are all insignificant ants. How could they attack because of an insignificant ant!?
Leddings merely felt cold chills down his spine. Indeed, the deputy chairman he relied on didn’t have to be afraid of Andoine anymore, and today’s plan was all going well. He was about to get his revenge soon, and yet an arbitrator suddenly intervened. This is too scary. What does the arbitrator mean? Is he going to protect that Felic!?
Leddings was not the only one. The people who had just strongly supported Rosen’s proposal all wished they could duck under the table. If the arbitrator had been unhappy just with the argument during the meeting, he would have thrown both Canuman and Lin Li out because it was between the two of them. Since he had only punished one of them, it was enough to show the arbitrator’s bias.
Indeed, under the gaze of the crowd, Arbitrator Apophis appeared at the entrance, and although he was not that tall, he made the crowd feel an infinite amount of pressure. The slow footsteps were particularly clear in the silent hall, and it felt as if he was walking on their chests.
After entering the venue, Apophis didn’t make any comments on what had just happened. He did not make any comments, and he simply looked around. Those who he looked at could not help but lower their heads. No one dared to make eye contact with Apophis. No one dared to make a single sound.
It wasn’t until he saw Lin Li in the corner that his expression became less sullen. “Felic, come with me, we have something to discuss with you.”
Perhaps in the eyes of others, Arbitrator Apophis saved Lin Li once by throwing Canuman out. However, in reality, everyone knew that if Apophis did not appear, Canuman would still be the one to be doomed, and the outcome would definitely be worse.
Therefore, Lin Li did not show any surprise at the sudden appearance of Apophis, nor did he feel happy that he had survived as everyone thought. Back then, when Lin Li was first appointed as President, he was only an Archmage, yet he had the audacity to burn Apophis’ beard with fire. Now that he stepped into the Sanctuary-realm, he definitely didn’t feel any fear when facing mythical figures.
Lin Li didn’t ask any questions, and simply expressed assent before leaving his seat. He walked towards Apophis, after which the two of them turned around and left while everyone watched.
This is not real! It’s an illusion, it must be!
It was only when the figures of the two men completely disappeared from the hall that everyone finally heaved sighs of relief. However, they quickly became nervous again, especially the councilors who were going against Lin Li just now. They could not believe it even though they saw it with their own eyes.
It was extremely quiet, and even though Apophis spoke softly, every councilor heard it clearly. They clearly heard the godlike Arbitrator Apophis saying the word “we”. Clearly, he was representing the three arbitrators.
Of course, whether Lin Li was sheltered by one arbitrator or three, it didn’t make much difference to those people. However, being received by three arbitrators at the same time was a very remarkable feat.