Urban Martial Saint

After the crowd argued for a while, Ye Qing patted the table, signaling everyone to stop.

"I wonder if you have come up with any suitable candidate?" Ye Qing asked with a faint smile.

Immediately, everyone started clamoring again, of course, each proposing their own people. Everyone had hidden motives and no one wanted to help others. The result was predictable - a chaotic mess once again.

Ye Qing patted the table again, gesturing for silence, and said, "It seems there are quite a few suitable candidates in your hearts. Judging by this situation, it might not be so easy to select someone suitable to manage the affairs of the World Alliance!"

Everyone looked at Ye Qing, unsure of his intentions. Suddenly, someone said, "Mr. Ye, since you are the Alliance Leader, why don't you just appoint someone directly?"

As soon as this was said, it immediately received the support of others. In reality, many people were watching Ye Qing with cold smiles. They suggested Ye Qing appoint someone, but if he really did, it would surely face opposition from all. Moreover, they would find ways to push Ye Qing aside in the future. They made Ye Qing the Alliance Leader because they believed he had no ability to control them. But if Ye Qing showed ambition, they must be wary.

Ye Qing was certainly aware of everyone's thoughts. He smiled and waved his hand, saying, "Each of you here is a top expert, your martial arts skills and strategies are unmatched. In my opinion, you are all equal; how can I appoint someone?"

Seeing that Ye Qing didn't appoint a candidate, everyone's mindset slightly stabilized. Ye Qing had no ambition, allowing them to openly continue competing for the position.

"However..." Just as everyone was about to begin discussing again, Ye Qing suddenly spoke up again, his gaze sweeping over the crowd, "Personally, I think our World Alliance is quite strong with many members. In such a situation, if only one person is to manage all the affairs of the World Alliance, it certainly cannot cover everything. It might even affect our development. Therefore, I suggest we might consider implementing an elders' system similar to the Seven Steering Committees of Hong Alliance and Twelve Green Halls. Select a few elders to jointly manage the World Alliance. If there's anything, discuss it together; it's better than one person's opinion, right?"

Everyone looked at each other, none expected Ye Qing to push such an elders' system within the World Alliance. This was indeed a good system, its core aspect being dispersion of the Alliance Leader's powers. Generally, the power of the Elder Council supersedes that of the Alliance Leader. If the Elder Council does not approve the Alliance Leader's resolution, it can't be implemented. Therefore, the Elder Council's power is considerable.

Ye Qing now wanted to bring in the Elder Council system, meaning he wanted to disperse his own power. People didn't know what Ye Qing was thinking, wondering if he was playing some trick or genuinely indifferent to power, even willing to spread his authority.

After a moment of silence, suddenly Mo Baichou clapped and said, "The elders' system is the most democratic system and is the most beneficial for the alliance's development. Alliance Leader's decision is truly wise; my Mo Family firmly supports it!"

Mo Baichou's sudden shout drew everyone's attention to him. Quite a few were muttering inwardly, of course, you support it; damn, your Mo Family is so powerful that you definitely have a place in the Elder Council. With power in hand, why wouldn't you support it?

Of course, some other powerful families also immediately joined the chorus, naturally expressing their support for Ye Qing. These were immensely strong families, assured they could secure a spot in the Elder Council, so they spoke out in support.

Among the World Alliance, there were six great families. These six families all expressed support. The result was predictable; essentially, more than half were in favor, thus, the elders' system passed the resolution unanimously. As for the lone individuals who saw no benefit, lacking the strength to resist, they silently acquiesced.

Seeing the Elder Council's resolution passed with widespread support, Ye Qing continued discussing with everyone the establishment of the Elder Council and the selection process for its members. Ye Qing arranged the Elder Council based on the number of Top Ten Elders. The result was evident; the heads of the six great families all became members without dispute.

Ye Qing then proposed the Bloody Robe Sect Leader from Sha Men, a suggestion without objection. The strength of Sha Men was evident and needed no elaboration. Everyone was aware of Bloody Robe Monk's prowess, also beyond discussion. Even though everyone knew Bloody Robe Monk and Ye Qing were close, suspecting Ye Qing was deliberately arranging personnel into the Elder Council, no one spoke against it. After all, many had seen Bloody Robe Monk's formidable skills. At this point, opposing would mean directly confronting Bloody Robe Monk, a truly dangerous move.

Adding Bloody Robe Monk made seven elders. As a few details were being discussed, Master Shijia coldly said, "Alliance Leader Ye, shouldn't Xiaolin Temple also have a place in this Elder Council?"

Everyone was stunned hearing this, not expecting Master Shijia to speak up, interfering with the selection of Elder Council members.

Upon reflection, it felt right. Xiaolin Temple, although no longer existent, those remaining were top-tier experts. Xiaolin Temple holding a spot was justified.

Ye Qing replied, "Master, I previously proposed the Bloody Robe Sect Leader, and all of you agreed. The Elder Council already has a seat from Xiaolin Temple."

"Don't utter nonsense, Bloody Monk is the Sect Leader of Sha Men, not someone from Xiaolin Temple!" Shijia said, "You only let the Sect Leader from Sha Men into the Council; Xiaolin Temple still has no one inside!"

Before Ye Qing could respond, Bloody Monk sternly interrupted, "I am not from Xiaolin Temple!"

Everyone glanced at Bloody Monk, then at Shijia, utterly confused. They knew about Bloody Monk's massacre at Xiaolin Temple, yet seeing Shijia and Bloody Monk converse, assumed they shared good relations. Who could have guessed there was such a matter between them? Shijia didn't acknowledge Bloody Monk as a Xiaolin Temple member, and Bloody Monk claimed he wasn't one; what were these senior brothers scheming?

"Well then..." Ye Qing, slightly troubled, glanced at everyone present and said, "Xiaolin Temple, as the foremost Buddhist holy land in Huaxia, having its members serve as the World Alliance Elder Council members would indeed be an honor. However, with Master Shijia so occupied daily, should important matters require handling, if we cannot find the Master, wouldn't that delay things?"

Ye Qing's reasoning resonated, everyone looked at Shijia awaiting his reply.

"While I can't always stay within the World Alliance, I have two junior brothers." Shijia glanced at Wolf Monk and Joyous Monk not far away, "Choose one of them to be your elder then!"

Everyone examined Wolf Monk and Joyous Monk; Joyous Monk was newly at acme level, entirely unqualified for elder status. Left with Wolf Monk, truthfully, the crowd was dissatisfied with Wolf Monk as an elder. Because Wolf Monk's strength was only mid-range amongst them, not many respected him.

However, with it being Shijia requesting and involving Xiaolin Temple, refusal was impossible. They had to select one, so the consensus settled on Wolf Monk as the elder.

Seeing Wolf Monk smoothly enter the Elder Council, Ye Qing couldn't help but inwardly grin. Actually, this was a result of his and Shijia's planning. Ye Qing needed sufficient allies within the Elder Council. Among the six families, one was closely connected with Fu Qingping, naturally leaning towards Ye Qing. Therefore, Ye Qing arranged letting all six families enter. As for the remaining four, Ye Qing opted for those with close ties to him. Bloody Monk and Wolf Monk were suitable choices.

Bloody Monk's admission was unquestionable due to his and Sha Men's formidable strength. Wolf Monk was a different case, since his power was harder to command respect. Direct nomination would have faced united opposition; hence, with Shijia personally speaking, given his influence, though they may not have been thrilled, they begrudgingly allowed Wolf Monk in.

With this, the ten elders were set with eight already filled. As the crowd began discussing the ninth candidate, suddenly, someone jumped out, saying, "I want to be an elder too!"

Everyone looked towards the person. That person was none other than Sai Hua Tuo Baili Xi.

Sai Hua Tuo Baili Xi had high prestige among Ye Qing's circle, being the descendant of a Divine Doctor, hardly ordinary. Since arriving days ago, many sought his medical help. These experts had longstanding ailments, often persisting for years, causing deep suffering. Under Baili Xi's miraculous hands, they were generally healed; admiration and gratitude towards him were profound.

Thus, when Baili Xi abruptly stepped forward volunteering for elder status, none objected.

In reality, under such circumstances, only a fool would oppose. Opposition equates incurring the wrath of a Divine Doctor; who dares provoke a doctor, seeking death?

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