Star Martial Era: The Way of Star Light Cultivation-Chapter 1463 - 587: Do You Dare Accept My Challenge? (2)
"Do they meet the previous requirements?" Doom-suppressing Star Lord asked.
"They do."
"Who is it?"
"Me."
"Hmm?" Doom-suppressing Star Lord was a bit puzzled, "Who does Palace Master Chi nominate?"
"I nominate myself."
Doom-suppressing Star Lord’s gaze subtly shifted, looking at the State Preceptor of Dachen, Cheng Yuxiao.
Opposite, Tianyang Star Lord and Cangming Star Lord exchanged glances briefly before quickly looking away.
The position of Star River Battlefield Grand Marshal is of great importance, especially at this moment, making it even more significant; naturally, they couldn’t give it away easily.
Although Wei Xu was not exactly their puppet before, he was mostly obedient.
Replacing him with Xu Jin would be completely different.
However, no matter which of their Eighth Tier subordinates they bring out, they can’t win over the crowd.
Xu Jin’s war merits are too dazzling.
Only someone at the Ninth Tier could suppress Xu Jin.
To suppress the militarily illustrious Xu Jin with sheer strength and assume the position of Grand Marshal.
It shouldn’t fall into the hands of Dachen.
As for the Wood Spirit Palace Master, it was something he was eager for.
After the Wood Spirit Palace integrated into the present world, it didn’t acquire any territories and now only holds two sparsely populated Guard Cities on the Galaxy Battlefield, so he naturally seeks more.
The position of Star River Battlefield Grand Marshal is the most suitable for him at the moment.
After nominating himself, Wood Spirit Palace Master Chi Lei smiled at everyone and said, "With me stationed at the Galaxy Marshal Mansion, I believe there would be no issues.
As for the King of Territory, Xu Jin, his hard work and great achievements in battle are indeed admirable and convincing.
I intend to establish the position of Vice Marshal in the Galaxy Commander Mansion, overseeing some affairs, hoping the King of Territory would graciously accept it.
In the future, the two of us could fight on the battlefield together, striking down the Alien Race, and once again making meritorious contributions to the Human Clan in the present world, which indeed would be a delightful matter."
"Palace Master Chi, with the combat power of the Ninth Tier and the prestige of the Wood Spirit Palace Master, taking up the position of Galaxy Commander Mansion’s Grand Marshal, there is no issue with qualifications, strength, or capability." Dahong Commander Xiahou Shen was the first to express his stance.
"Indeed, Palace Master Chi’s qualifications, strength, and capabilities make him an excellent choice for Grand Marshal. His vision, scale, and mind are extraordinary, having directly established a Vice Marshal position as well.
It is indeed a blessing for the Human Clan in our present world, so I naturally agree." Sumeru Palace Master spoke up.
Beside them, Cangming Star Lord cast a slight glance at Dachu Commander Lv Xiang, whose eyes flickered before he could only lightly say, "I have no objections."
With these people speaking up, Cangming Star Lord and Tianyang Star Lord naturally agreed as well.
This was already akin to a vote.
But right from the onset, Xu Jin’s side fell into a disadvantage.
Even if the rest, Doom-suppressing Star Lord, Barbarian Marshal, Cheng Yuxiao, and Dachen Commander all supported Xu Jin, he’d still come up short by one vote.
This means that, due to the Sumeru Palace Master’s initiation, this position of Grand Marshal has already changed hands.
It became a sure thing for Wood Spirit Palace Master Chi Lei.
Xu Jin no longer had a part in it.
Xu Jin was just called along through the motions.
State Preceptor Cheng Yuxiao appeared grim; he hadn’t expected Wood Spirit Palace Chi Lei to personally step in.
Playing within the rules like this became troublesome.
He neither could nor had the ability to flip the table.
"King of Territory, if you have no objections, this matter will be settled as such, given wartime, time is pressing, and we need to proceed to the next agenda." Tianyang Star Lord smiled at Xu Jin.
Having been silent for a long while, Xu Jin slowly sat up straight and smiled, "How could I not have objections? Of course, I have objections!"
Upon Xu Jin’s words, Tianyang Star Lord instead laughed, and there was a trace of a smile in Cangming Star Lord’s eyes as well.
"Oh, then do tell us your thoughts."
Precisely wanting objections.
The more discord between Dachen and Wood Spirit Palace, the tighter the relationship between Wood Spirit Palace and them becomes.
"Palace Master Chi, when you nominated yourself today, should I assume that you consider yourself more suitable than I am to assume the post of Star River Battlefield Grand Marshal?"
Xu Jin did not express dissatisfaction.
Expressing discontent would only deadlock this issue.
While there’s no definitive resolution, even in decision-making meetings of the Galaxy Commander Mansion, it’s a matter of majority opinion.
Which means the minority obeys the majority.
Expressing dissatisfaction to Tianyang Star Lord and the others would not change the current outcome.
Therefore, Xu Jin’s focus could only shift toward Wood Spirit Palace Master Chi Lei.
"The youthful King of Territory is truly an exemplary model for the youth of the Human Clan in our present world and has indeed achieved brilliant military feats for us.
However, given his youth and relative lack of experience and considering his cultivation and combat power somewhat lacking.
Thus, everyone believes that Chi is more suitable for the role of Grand Marshal.
But, I have great admiration for the King of Territory.
As long as you are willing, the Vice Marshal position of the Galaxy Battlefield Marshal Mansion awaits you." Chi Lei said.
As a Palace Master, Chi Lei’s eloquence was indeed top-notch.
This series of words were impeccable, filled with facts, even acknowledging Xu Jin’s military accomplishments, making it impossible to refute.
"Am I young and inexperienced?" Xu Jin frowned and asked.
None of the current high-level officials present answered, but everyone smiled and looked at Xu Jin, including Chi Lei.
It was as if they were saying, "I’m saying this to spare your feelings, but it’s the truth."
Seeing this, Xu Jin was amused by his own anger.
"May I ask, Palace Master Chi, have you ever met the former Star River Battlefield Grand Marshal, Wei Xu?"
After pondering for a few seconds, Chi Lei replied, "I’ve seen him several times!"
"You’re experienced, so why didn’t you discover he was a traitor?"
Chi Lei: "This..."
"I discovered it!"
Xu Jin suddenly stood up and pointed at Tianyang Star Lord, Cangming Star Lord, the two Palace Masters, and a group of commanders, saying, "This biggest traitor of the Human Clan was first discovered by me to be suspicious, and then I proved he was a traitor before you all!
You two Star Lords, you didn’t fully believe me at the time! 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞
If not for this, would Wei Xu have escaped?"
Tianyang Star Lord and Cangming Star Lord looked at each other, stung by the sharp retort, leaving them embarrassed.
They did not disbelieve Xu Jin at the time, but were distracted by the cunning Wei Xu.
Indeed, Wei Xu escaped from their hands due to Xu Jin’s multiple alerts.
They had to shoulder this blame; there was no getting away from it.
They could only nod helplessly.
"May I ask you two Star Lords, am I inexperienced?
Are my actions cautious enough?" Xu Jin asked directly.
Faced with this question, the embarrassed Tianyang Star Lord and Cangming Star Lord chose to remain silent.
But Xu Jin wouldn’t let them off.
"You two Star Lords, could it be that you dare not answer even such a minor issue raised by me, a young junior?" Xu Jin pressed aggressively.
Cangming Star Lord had no choice.
The person indeed escaped from their hands, and now they had to admit it.
"The King of Territory’s actions are indeed cautious." Cangming Star Lord said.
"Looking at this matter, it seems the King of Territory has experienced quite a bit." Tianyang Star Lord admitted reluctantly.
After hearing the Star Lords’ words, Xu Jin slightly cupped his hands to show respect before resuming his seat, then turned his gaze toward Muling Palace Master Chi Lei.
"Palace Master Chi, now it seems that although I’m young, I’ve experienced quite a lot, while you, despite being more experienced, seem to have achieved nothing." Xu Jin said bluntly.
Muling Palace Master Chi Lei was initially astonished, and his expression then slightly darkened.
This was public ridicule.
For people at their level, it was a direct challenge.
If this were a junior inside the Muling Palace, they might have been crippled on the spot.
Although Muling Palace Master Chi Lei wanted to act out, he suddenly noticed that everyone’s eyes had turned toward him.
Especially Cheng Yuxiao, Doom-suppressing Star Lord, and the others, who looked at him with a stern expression.
Suddenly, Muling Palace Master Chi Lei realized.
He knew he was mistaken.
He shouldn’t view Xu Jin as a junior.
The title "King of Territory" along with the significant war merit he previously established were enough for Xu Jin to sit here and speak to them like Tianyang Star Lord.
This also meant — equality in status!
If he acted impulsively, it would only expose his weaknesses and put him at a disadvantage.
What’s the harm in losing a bit of face verbally?
After all, the position of Star River Battlefield Grand Marshal was promised to him.
Would a Ninth Tier like him struggle for this position and still manage to lose it?
So what if he admits Xu Jin is experienced?
The Ninth Tier is a hurdle Xu Jin could never surpass.
"Haha, I spoke without consideration earlier." Chi Lei laughed.
"So, Palace Master Chi, are you retracting this statement about my inexperience?" Xu Jin asked publicly.
"I’ll retract the statement that the King of Territory is inexperienced." Chi Lei continued to concede.
The next moment, Xu Jin stood up again, and with a sharp gaze, looked at Muling Palace Master Chi Lei, saying, "Now, there’s only one thing left."
"What is it?" Chi Lei hadn’t yet reacted.
"Palace Master Chi, you just said my cultivation and combat power are lacking?" Xu Jin shouted.
"Exactly." Chi Lei did not shy away.
This was an obvious fact.
"Then that’s easy to handle, King of Territory Xu Jin, here and now, formally challenges Muling Palace Master Chi for a duel.
The winner, being the stronger one, shall rightfully take the position of Grand Marshal!
Palace Master Chi, do you dare accept the challenge?" Xu Jin exclaimed loudly.
These words caused the four sides to be shocked.
