One was the Guild of Magic designated by Geresco, while the other was the Guild of Magic of Geresco's birthplace. The two Guilds of Magic had a history of more than 1,000 years since their establishment. Although they could not be considered enemies, the competition between them was extremely intense.
Because of that, when Aldwin of the Alanna Guild of Magic leaned towards Chairman Andoine, Canuman of the Geresco City Guild of Magic was naturally roped in by Deputy Chairman Rosen.
Although Geresco, the God of Mages, had already become a legend with the passage of time, Canuman's prestige in the Supreme Council was not much inferior to Aldwin's. With Canuman's speech, everyone could tell that Rosen's side had already gained an absolute advantage, and there would be no more surprises in the passage of the proposal.
"Chairman Andoine, this proposal has been discussed for a long time. Can we proceed to the voting process now?" After Rosen raised his hand to stop the discussion of the councilors, he asked Andoine, who was seated not far away, for his opinion with a hint of smugness in his eyes.
Vote? Without voting, it could be seen that two-thirds of the councilors supported Rosen's proposal, and there would be no suspense in the outcome of the vote. Although Andoine looked calm on the surface, he had long begun cursing in his heart. If he had enough time to prepare, it might not be difficult to resolve the conspiracy, but the problem now was that he did not have the time.
However, just when Andoine was feeling a little troubled, a calm voice suddenly sounded from the corner of the venue that had returned to silence.
"There's no need to vote. You just want the Tera Mine, right? No problem, I can hand it over to the Supreme Council."
In an instant, all the councilors in the venue turned to look at the corner where the voice came from. It was none other than Lin Li who was seated there.
Although everyone knew that it was almost inevitable for the Tower of Dusk to lose the Tera Mine, they still couldn't help but look surprised when they heard Lin Li say those words so calmly.
Pretentious! Rosen sneered and cursed in his heart. He then said, "Very well, it's indeed commendable that Councilor Felic can consider the overall situation. In that case, Chairman Andoine, please announce that the proposal has passed. "
In Rosen's opinion, Lin Li must have taken the initiative to stand up and say those words in order to avoid affecting Andoine's authority as the chairman during the voting process.
"Felic?" Andoine could not understand Lin Li's actions, but when he thought that he had not provided enough help to Lin Li, he couldn't help but feel a little guilty.
Lin Li stood up from his seat and smiled at Andoine in a comforting manner. However, he soon stopped smiling, and glanced at the councilors in the venue with a cold gaze. However, his tone was nonchalant as he calmly said, "Handing the Tera Mine to the Supreme Council is also to promote the development of magic civilization. I have no objections."
"However, I also hope that you can understand that the Tera Mine has played a very important role in the Breezy Plains Guild of Magic's development in the Land of Chaos. Therefore, for the development of the Guild of Magic, I want to send some people to the Caucasus region, the Crescent Mountains, and the Manscoor region to explore and search for new tera mines. At that time, I hope that the Magic Unions in these regions can also consider the overall situation, so as to avoid any unnecessary misunderstandings. "
As soon as Lin Li said that, the councilors burst into an uproar, as if a bomb had been thrown into the calm hall.
If the areas that Lin Li mentioned were natural forbidden areas that were rarely visited by humans, they might really suspect if he had secretly grasped the source of some tera mines.
However, every councilor present was well aware that the areas that Lin Li mentioned were the areas where the Guilds of Magic were located.
The Caucasus region was the territory of the Geresco City Guild of Magic, and a large number of their magic resources came from there. The Crescent Mountains were the territory of the New Crescent City Guild of Magic, and the Crescent Magical Gemstones were their most important resources.
The Manscoor region had always been jointly controlled by the Gino Guild of Magic and the Tarot Guild of Magic, and the presidents of the two Guilds of Magic were also strong supporters of Rosen.
Hence, it was obvious why Lin Li had chosen those areas.
Smack! Canuman slammed the table and stood up, releasing a Legendary-level wave of mana. He stared at Lin Li, and said in a gloomy tone, "President Felic, are you threatening us?"
The Geresco City Guild of Magic and the Alanna Guild of Magic could be called the Magic Capital of the Felan Kingdom. As the President of the Guild of Magic, Canuman's abilities were not to be underestimated. At this moment, he suddenly released a massive wave of mana, and even the councilors beside him felt immense pressure.
"Threatening? No, this is just a kind reminder from me. "
Faced with the imposing aura that Canuman had created with the massive mana wave, Lin Li remained calm and unfazed.
"Sure, sure, we'll be waiting for you at any time. However, accidents are inevitable. I hope you'll be prepared to bleed, President Felic," Canuman said in a menacing tone, making the people around him shudder.
Everyone knew that the power of the Geresco City Guild of Magic was not inferior to that of the Alanna Guild of Magic. A Guild of Magic that had just been established a few years ago actually dared to make such a threat. They were simply courting death.
In the end, not only did they fail to threaten Lin Li, but they were also forced into a dead end by Lin Li's words. They would probably have to eat their words just now. At this moment, the councilors on Rosen's side were looking at Lin Li gloatingly.
However, Lin Li didn't care about the gazes of the others at all. Instead, he said unceremoniously, "Don't worry, I'm sure that you'll only bleed!"
The several presidents of the Guild of Magic, including Leddings, all stood up in anger and disbelief. What does he mean? Is he challenging several major Guilds of Magic at the same time!? Does he think he's the Supreme Council?
"Felic, are you declaring war on us!?!" Leddings was so infuriated that he was trembling slightly. Lin Li was simply too arrogant and lawless!
"Will we be the ones who bleed? I'd like to see what makes you so arrogant in front of so many councilors today! " Canuman said while taking out his staff and turning to look at Andoine and Rosen. He said, "Chairman, I hope that the meeting will be suspended for a while. Since his teacher didn't teach him how to behave, I don't mind giving him a good lesson."
He even scolded Andoine. Of course, Canuman didn't know that Lin Li was Andoine's student. He only knew that Lin Li came from a small rural place like Jarrosus.
Canuman was extremely confident about defeating Lin Li, although he had also heard the news that Lin Li had stepped into the Legendary-realm. However, in his opinion, how could a Legendary-mage who had stepped into the Legendary-realm by luck for less than two years compare to an experienced Legendary powerhouse like him who had stepped into the Legendary-realm for decades?
Only those who had stepped into the Legendary-realm would know how difficult it was to improve one's strength in the Legendary-realm. Each level was like an insurmountable moat. Even those who were extremely talented in magic would often have to work hard for several years or more to advance to a level.
In the entire history of Anril, the only people who had truly broken that rule were probably the God of Mages Geresco and the three arbitrators, who were geniuses.
Canuman had stepped into the Legendary-realm for decades, and was now a Legendary powerhouse who was at the peak of level-23. His speed of improvement was rather astonishing. In his opinion, even if Lin Li had magical talent like Geresco's, he would at most reach level-21 in two to three years. Hence, it would be a piece of cake for him to win a duel with such a huge disparity in strength.
Canuman wasn't the only one. In fact, most of the councilors present had the same thoughts. Leddings and the others, who had been called out by Lin Li just now, were indescribably elated at this moment. They had been threatened by a young man in front of so many people. Even if Canuman didn't attack, they would have been prepared to do so.
At this moment, everyone's eyes were focused on Lin Li again, waiting to see if the arrogant young man would bite the bullet and accept the duel, or swallow his words like a coward.
However, before Lin Li could say anything, a giant magic hand suddenly appeared out of thin air in the middle of the venue. The giant magic hand did not give anyone time to react, and it grabbed Canuman who was clamoring for a duel. It then threw the level-23 Legendary-mage out of the venue in front of everyone.
That scene made everyone dumbfounded. Canuman was the President of the Geresco City Guild of Magic, and his status was not inferior to Aldwin's. More importantly, he was a level-23 Legendary-mage, and yet, he was like a pitiful bug that could not resist at all when the giant magic hand landed on him.
In the entire Sky Garden, there were only three people who had such abilities, and they were the three arbitrators of the Supreme Council. The entire venue instantly fell silent, and everyone couldn't help but slow down their breathing. Their eyes were still fixed on the young mage in the corner of the venue.
How is that possible!? Isn't his backer Chairman Andoine? Why did the arbitrators strike at this moment? Is it really to protect him!? The arbiter was a true Sanctuary powerhouse, a god-like existence! To the arbitrators, the councilors and Legendary-mages were all insignificant ants. How could they take action for an ant!?
Leddings felt a chill run down his spine. Since he was relying on Deputy Chairman Rosen, he indeed didn't have to be afraid of Andoine anymore. Besides, the plan today was going smoothly too. Just as he was about to get his revenge, the arbitrators suddenly intervened. That's just too terrifying. What does the arbitrator mean? Is he going to protect that Felic!?
Leddings was not the only one. All the people who had strongly supported Rosen's proposal just now also wished they could hide under the table. If the arbitrator was just dissatisfied with the argument during the meeting, he wouldn't have just thrown Canuman out. After all, it was a matter between the two of them, and only punishing one of them was enough to show the arbitrator's bias.
Indeed, Arbitrator Apophis appeared at the entrance of the venue under everyone's gaze. His figure was not tall, but it made everyone feel immense pressure. The sound of his slow footsteps was extremely clear in the silent venue, and it seemed to have landed directly on everyone's hearts.
After entering the venue, Apophis did not make any comments on what had just happened. Instead, he looked around the venue, and everyone who was glanced at couldn't help but lower their heads. No one dared to make eye contact with Apophis, and no one dared to make the slightest sound at this moment.
It wasn't until he saw Lin Li in the corner that Apophis' expression softened a little. He calmly said, "Felic, come with me, we have something to discuss with you."
Perhaps in the eyes of others, the appearance of Arbitrator Apophis and the fact that he had thrown Canuman out of the venue was equivalent to saving Lin Li once. However, in reality, no one knew that if Apophis hadn't come, Canuman would still be the unlucky one. Besides, the consequences would definitely be much more severe than what he was facing now.
Hence, Lin Li neither showed any surprise at Apophis' sudden appearance, nor did he rejoice at having survived a calamity like everyone thought he would. Back then, when Lin Li had just become the President, he was only an Archmage, and yet, he dared to set fire to Apophis' beard. Now that he had stepped into the Sanctuary-realm, he naturally didn't have the fear and trepidation that he had when facing a mythical figure.
Lin Li didn't ask much, and simply responded. He walked out of his seat, and walked towards Apophis. Next, the two of them turned around and left the venue under everyone's gaze without taking another glance at the venue.
This can't be real! Illusion, it must be an illusion!
Seeing that the two figures had completely disappeared from the entrance of the venue, everyone finally heaved a sigh of relief. However, they immediately became nervous again, especially the councilors who had been targeting Lin Li just now. Even though they had seen it with their own eyes, they still couldn't believe it. The venue was so quiet just now that Apophis had spoken softly.
The meeting hall was so quiet just now that even though Apohis's voice wasn't loud, every councilman heard him very clearly. They had clearly heard the god-like Arbitrator Apophis mention "us". Obviously, he had not come alone. It was very likely that he had come on behalf of the other three Arbitrators.
Of course, whether Lin Li was under the protection of one arbitrator or three arbitrators actually did not make much of a difference to them. However, it was an incredible thing to be received by three arbitrators at the same time.
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