Could it be that the magical talent of humans in this era was really inferior to that of the Dark Age? That was probably not the real reason. Geresco had left a sentence on the cover of the Book of Eternity. "Knowledge is the most devout faith of a mage!" That sentence was not a secret, and it was a famous saying left behind by the God of Mages in the library of the Supreme Council and even many Guilds of Magic.
Almost every mage knew about Geresco's words, but there were very few who could really follow those words. Hence, it was no exaggeration to say that the mages of this era had already lost the faith that mages should have and the strong thirst for knowledge.
Apophis sighed again, and there was some fatigue in his expression. He calmly said, "Now, we're tired. We've been managing these trivial matters for more than 1,300 years. If it weren't for that bastard Geresco who pestered us with these trivial matters, we would have long followed in his footsteps and stepped into the highest realm of Anril. "
More than 1,300 years ago, the three arbitrators were already Sanctuary powerhouses, and the fact that they could follow Geresco to take part in the war to overthrow the High Elves showed that their strength at that time was not as simple as having just entered the Sanctuary-realm. At that time, even if they hadn't reached the peak of the Sanctuary-realm, they were probably not far from it. After all, their enemy was the powerful High Elves.
After such a long time, the three arbitrators had never taken the final step, and the biggest reason was that they were worried about the Supreme Council. It could be imagined that without the three arbitrators, the Supreme Council would probably be torn apart internally before the enemy appeared.
"That's the reason we asked you to come here."
Just as Lin Li was wondering what this matter had to do with him, Megard, who had been silent at the side, suddenly spoke up.
Hearing these words, Lin Li was immediately shocked, and he vaguely felt the intentions of the three arbitrators this time.
As expected, before Lin Li could think too much about it, Megard said in German, "We hope that you can replace us and become the manager of all the mages in Anril, and take over the Supreme Council."
What? Did I hear wrongly!? Lin Li couldn't help but want to dig his ears. Are the three arbitrators crazy, or am I crazy? Or is this world crazy!?
Although he had vaguely guessed it just now, Lin Li still couldn't believe his ears when he heard it from Megard. The Supreme Council and the Tower of Dusk were two completely different concepts. Just because the Tower of Dusk managed it well did not mean that it could lead the Supreme Council. It was like asking an Archmage to learn Legendary-level magic. It was a difference in realm, and not something that could be achieved with hard work.
Besides, the Tower of Dusk was running well, and Lin Li was unwilling to take over the Supreme Council that was already rotting. Even the three arbitrators had failed to bring the Supreme Council back to the right path. Lin Li didn't think that he had the ability to do so, and he reckoned that it would be impossible even if he were to throw up blood.
Lin Li definitely didn't want to take on such a thankless task. Hence, he couldn't be bothered to think too much about it, and immediately opened his mouth to reject the three arbitrators.
However, before Lin Li could say anything, Megard raised his hand to stop him as if he had expected it. He continued, "Don't be in a hurry to refuse, let me finish. We've thought of the problems that you're worried about, and we don't mean for you to take over the Supreme Council immediately. Now, the three of us still have some energy, and we can help you lay the foundation and give you enough time to adapt. When the time is right, you can really take over the Supreme Council. "
"Well, I don't think that's a good idea. I have neither qualifications nor prestige, and I can barely be a councilor. How can I manage the entire Supreme Council?" Despite what Megard said, Lin Li was still a little reluctant.
For ordinary people, the possibility of becoming an arbitrator of the Supreme Council and standing at the peak of power in the entire Anril was extremely tempting. However, that was not Lin Li's pursuit. Just like how the three arbitrators wanted to take the last step, he was not satisfied with stepping into the Sanctuary-realm.
The Tower of Dusk did not require Lin Li to do too many things. As long as he had enough strength to deter his enemies, he could leave the other trivial matters to his subordinates. Hence, Lin Li did not need to invest too much energy in the management of the Tower of Dusk.
However, the Supreme Council couldn't do that, especially since the three arbitrators wanted Lin Li to lead the Supreme Council on the right track, not just because there was a Sanctuary powerhouse in the Supreme Council. Given the current situation of the Supreme Council, there would be too many things for Lin Li to do if he were to accept the task.
The current Supreme Council was already exuding a sense of decadence, and in order to change the situation, he would first have to carry out a purge. After the purge, he would have to unearth some talents and add them to the council. Next, he would have to change the situation of the mages losing their faith. That would also be a long and massive project.
In addition to those, there were all sorts of problems that Lin Li would have a headache just thinking about. If he were to really do it, it would be fatal.
The three arbitrators looked at each other. They were not surprised by Lin Li's rejection. As Sanctuary powerhouses, they naturally knew that the identity of an arbitrator of the Supreme Council might seem impressive to ordinary people, but to Sanctuary powerhouses, it was more of a responsibility than a power. In fact, it could even be considered a kind of trouble. They had been carrying that kind of trouble for more than 1,300 years, and their feelings were definitely much deeper than Lin Li could imagine.
However, the three arbitrators had no other choice. Sanctuary powerhouses were not immortal, and if they could not take the last step, they would eventually decay one day. If they could not find a suitable successor, the Supreme Council would either perish with the departure of the three arbitrators, or go further and further down the path until it collapsed. In any case, they would be doomed.
"I think Teacher Andoine should be more suitable than me. He's the chairman of the Supreme Council, and has experience in managing the Supreme Council. Be it qualifications or prestige, he's more than qualified to take on this responsibility. "Lin Li knew that it would not be easy to reject them directly, so he recommended Andoine to the three arbitrators.
"Him? Whenever that bastard brat is mentioned, I, your father, will get angry! " Upon hearing Lin Li mention Andoine, Apophis' resentment suddenly erupted, and he cursed unceremoniously, "We were quite optimistic about that rascal at first, but who knew that he would be so disappointing? For the sake of pharmaceutics, he actually created a Thorns Magical Domain. He can forget about stepping into the Sanctuary-realm in this lifetime. Besides, with his abilities, even Rosen can't suppress him. What happened today is an example. Can you still count on him to lead the Supreme Council to reform!? "
Although Apophis' words were somewhat absolute, Lin Li was also very clear that with the Thorns Magical Domain, the possibility of Andoine stepping into the Sanctuary-realm was almost close to zero. Unless Andoine could reach the level of a Divine Smith in pharmaceutics, he would be able to step into the Sanctuary-realm. However, that was impossible. With Andoine's half-baked pharmaceutical skills, it would be even more unreliable for him to reach the level of a Divine Smith than it would be for him to take the path of magic.
"Felic, the three of us have discussed the issue of qualifications and prestige before, and we have already made an arrangement," Arbitrator Chris said, feeling a little embarrassed. When Arbitrator Chris said those words, he felt a little embarrassed, because everyone could tell that Lin Li was just trying to find an excuse to decline by using his seniority and prestige.
However, he had to say it even though he was embarrassed. He couldn't just watch the Supreme Council be destroyed in his hands! Chris sighed secretly, and said to Lin Li in a negotiating tone, "If you agree, you will be the fourth arbitrator of the Supreme Council. However, we will not announce this news to the outside world for the time being. You'd better participate in the work of the Supreme Council as a councilor first. "
Lin Li listened without saying anything, and neither did he nod immediately. However, he did not continue to express his rejection, either. After all, the three arbitrators had treated him well, and Apophis had personally taught him magic knowledge when he was still an Archmage. That was something that would be impossible for others to do.
Although Megard seemed cold on the surface, he found out that Lin Li had the Eternal Furnace after exploring Osric's mausoleum. Hence, he let Lin Li take away the crystal coffin that was the core of the Eternal Furnace. The last arbitrator, Chris, even personally went to pick him up to the Supreme Council, and even gave him some pointers about the Sanctuary-realm.
Hence, even though Lin Li knew that the task would be troublesome, he did not immediately refuse, and instead listened to Chris' arrangements patiently. If the problem was still within his capabilities, Lin Li wouldn't mind helping the three arbitrators. After all, he was still young.
Sensing that Lin Li's attitude seemed to have softened a little, Chris immediately said, "When you have accumulated enough prestige, we will announce this news, and you will start the reform of the Supreme Council as an arbitrator. Don't worry, we won't just stand aside and do nothing. During the period of your reform, the three of us will continue to support you. We will only retreat slowly when you have complete control of the situation. "
"Felic, we also know that this matter is indeed a huge problem for those who have stepped into the Sanctuary-realm. However, after so many years, the three of us haven't been able to groom a decent successor. We can't just watch the Supreme Council be destroyed just like that, "Apophis persuaded again when he saw that Lin Li was silent.
"Apophis, don't say anything. Let Felic think about it himself," Megard said. Although his tone was still calm, there was a hint of anticipation in his eyes. After all, after being at the peak of the Sanctuary-realm for so many years, who wouldn't want to take the final step and become an immortal god?
Everyone was always envious of the three arbitrators who stood at the peak of the world's power, but they didn't know that power was a huge burden to the three arbitrators. If it weren't for the Supreme Council restraining them, they would have probably become immortal gods long ago with their talent in magic.
Lin Li remained silent for a moment, and finally nodded slowly under the gaze of the three arbitrators. He said, "Alright, since the three arbitrators trust me so much, I'll do my best according to this arrangement."
Seeing that Lin Li had finally nodded, the three arbitrators secretly heaved a sigh of relief. Although all the arrangements had yet to be implemented, and they didn't know when Lin Li would really have the ability to take over the Supreme Council, they had already vaguely felt a sense of relief that they hadn't felt for a long time.
Lin Li didn't know much about the Supreme Council yet. Hence, after a brief chat, he got up and bade farewell to the three arbitrators.
However, when Lin Li was about to go out, Apophis suddenly stopped him, and said, "By the way, if anyone else mentions the Tera Mine, ask them to come and talk to me."
Lin Li nodded, turned around, and walked out of the library while secretly cursing in his heart, Rosen and the others only want the Tera Mine, yet the three arbitrators are even more ruthless than them. They're clearly trying to get rid of me along with the Tera Mine.
It was not unreasonable for Lin Li to think that way. In the future, when he really took over the Supreme Council, all of his resources would have to be used on the Supreme Council.
With messy thoughts, Lin Li returned to the outside of the venue. After all, his identity to the public was still that of a lowly councilor, and he still had to participate in the meetings of the Supreme Council.
When he was outside the venue, Lin Li could still hear the noise coming from inside, but as he strode into the venue, the entire venue suddenly became silent.
All the councilors looked at Lin Li again as they watched him walk into the venue step by step, and then walk towards the seat in the corner. Ever since Lin Li was taken away by Arbitrator Apophis, the people in the venue had not stopped speculating about him. They were trying to guess what the three arbitrators wanted to see him for, and how he was different from the others for the three arbitrators to want to see him at the same time.
In fact, regardless of what the three arbitrators were looking for Lin Li for, they could tell from the fact that Apophis threw Canuman out of the venue without asking any questions that the three arbitrators were looking for Lin Li. Lin Li could tell that the arbitrator was trying to protect him. Canuman's status in the Supreme Council was not low, and he was also one of the high-ranking councilors. His status was far from what a newly-advanced councilor could compare to.
Hence, no one dared to treat Lin Li as a newly-advanced councilor now.
At this moment, Leddings really felt like he was sitting on pins and needles. He could clearly feel that the few councilors he had contacted were looking at him with great resentment. Clearly, they were blaming him for dragging them into the fire pit.
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