With four votes against four, there would be some wrangling.
This was also the reason why Mister You had been dismissed in such a short time. For Nan Yuan, this was a bad outcome. If Mister You had still been around, there would have been no need for such nonsense.
Zijing, Yang Ji, and Si Hong did not view Lu Yin as an enemy; they were just following the Council's principles.
From this vote, it was clear who was firmly supporting Lu Yin.
Nan Yuan had not expected the three elders to be so supportive of Lu Yin.
As for Xin Jiao, he was not surprised. Xin Jiao represented the Cosmic Sea, which was controlled by Leon's Armada. If Xin Jiao did not stand on Lu Yin's side, then her fate would have been the same as Mister You's. This was why Xin Jiao had tactfully rejected Lu Yin, but she had no choice but to support him. Mister You's fate was a reminder to her.
Lu Yin had already passed the stage where he could only tempt people with promises. He could now threaten them.
With four votes against four, he could only rely on words to dismiss Liu Ran.
The Council was in an uproar, but outside, Ye Wang and Lu Yin were chatting happily.
No matter how they viewed each other, it was not obvious on the surface.
Lu Yin looked at Ye Wang with a curious gaze. Was this guy really the same as the sapling?
When he had left Burial Garden for Black Street, Lu Yin had learned that someone had attacked Xia Yi and that the giant tree had escaped.
Even though there was no evidence that someone had attacked the botanical garden, and Wei Rong and the others had guessed that the giant tree had been hiding its strength and had fled at the critical moment, Lu Yin did not believe them. He guessed that this person might have been the one to attack the botanical garden and had used Xia Yi to divert attention.
What he was most curious about was how the giant tree had managed to escape with the sapling.
This Ye Wang was someone who had escaped from Liu Huang's sword, and he was extremely strong.
Now that he thought about it, there was something wrong with that giant tree that had escaped.
The answer lay with this person, but it was a pity that this person would not tell him.
"Alliance Master Lu, what do you think about the dismissal of Liu Ran?" Ye Wang suddenly asked, his devilishly handsome face beaming at Lu Yin. It was impossible to tell what he was thinking.
Lu Yin did not mind. "This is a matter for the Council. It has nothing to do with me."
"Then why is Alliance Master Lu here?" Ye Wang did not understand.
Lu Yin faced Ye Wang and smiled brilliantly. "I'm here to replace Liu Ran as the new director."
Ye Wang's face paled.
At the same time, the board of directors finally reached an agreement to dismiss Liu Ran and appoint someone from the Innerverse as the new director.
Liu Ran walked out of the board of directors like Mr. You, but she wasn't as desperate and helpless as Mr. You.
He bowed deeply to Lu Yin.
Lu Yin nodded, and Liu Ran left with a relaxed expression.
He actually didn't feel comfortable being a director. He was just a puppet of the Sword Sect, and only Liu Qianjue could make all the decisions. He was just a mouthpiece.
Now that he had been removed from his position as a director, he had received a large amount of compensation from the Great Eastern Alliance. After he returned to the Sword Sect, his status was also extremely high. He could be considered to have retired.
"The new director must have the support of many parties in the Innerverse, as he has great influence in the Innerverse. I propose that Shamrock Enterprises' Leaf King take over as the new director. Does anyone have any objections?" Nan Yuan asked from within the board of directors.
This was something that everyone already knew.
The Innerverse's Great Eastern Alliance was one of the largest organizations in the Innerverse. If they wanted to find a director outside of the Great Eastern Alliance, then they could only go to Shamrock Enterprises. This was the only choice that Nan Yuan and the others had to make.
Mr. You and Ye Wang were in similar situations.
The Innerverse was controlled by Leon's Armada, while the Innerverse was controlled by the Great Eastern Alliance. However, one was a stray dog, while the other controlled Shamrock Enterprises. Their influence was great, and they both had the qualifications to become directors.
If Mr. You had great influence in the Cosmic Sea, then even without the Longevity Squadron, he wouldn't have been dismissed so easily. Xin Jiao was a good example; no one had proposed to dismiss her. Even if Lu Yin wanted to, he would have to use some methods.
San Er looked up. "Since Director Nan Yuan has proposed a candidate, then I'll propose one as well. The Great Eastern Alliance's Alliance Master, Lu Yin."
Nan Yuan's expression changed. "What did you say?"
San Er said, "I propose that the Great Eastern Alliance's Alliance Master, Lu Yin, take over Liu Ran as the new director."
"Seconded," Old Man Bu said.
"Seconded," Third Elder said.
"Seconded," Xin Jiao said.
Nan Yuan's expression turned ugly. "Lu Yin is the Great Eastern Alliance's Alliance Master. How can he become a director?"
Yang Ji raised an eyebrow. "What do you mean?
The Great Eastern Alliance's Alliance Master can't become a director?
Then what about me, the master of the World of Radiance? "
Nan Yuan hurriedly explained, "Director Yang Ji, that's not what I meant."
Yang Ji snorted. "Seconded."
Nan Yuan anxiously said, "Director Yang Ji, you-" "Seconded." On the other side, Zi Jing also spoke up.
Nan Yuan's eyes changed. Five people had already agreed to let Lu Yin become a director. Even if Si Hong disagreed, it would be useless.
"Seconded," Si Hong said.
His opinion was no longer important. Out of the remaining seven directors, six had agreed to let Lu Yin become the new director. Nan Yuan was powerless to change the situation.
San Er smiled and looked at Nan Yuan. "Director Nan Yuan, it's your turn. Do you agree that the Great Eastern Alliance's Alliance Master, Lu Yin, will become the new director?"
Nan Yuan's gaze turned vicious, and he gritted his teeth. "I don't agree."
San Er was pleased. "Alright, six votes in favor and one against. From this day forth, Lu Yin will become the new director. Let us welcome the new director."
The moment he spoke, the door opened, and the person standing guard outside was Li Shi. He had seen Mr. You leave dejectedly, and he had also seen Lu Yin's actions in the Board of Control.
When Lu Yin walked past Li Shi, Li Shi bowed deeply. "Welcome, Director."
San Er and the other directors all stood up to show their respect for the new director. Even Nan Yuan had no choice but to stand up at this moment to show the least bit of grace.
Behind Lu Yin, Ye King remained calm. So this was the result of the Old Man and the others pretending to be sick, but they had miscalculated. He had not expected Lu Yin to personally participate in the election, and the final vote was still six to one. There was no suspense at all.
Ye King retracted his gaze and left.
On Realm Mountain, Elder Chan quietly watched as Lu Yin entered the Board of Control. Someone walked over from behind him. "Reporting to Elder Chan, Mr. Right of the Board of Control, Liu Ran has been dismissed. The new director will be the Alliance Master of the Great Eastern Alliance, Lu Yin."
"What do you think of Lu Yin?" Elder Chan asked.
The person who had reported to Elder Chan was none other than Da Qiu from the Interstellar Arbitration Office.
The youngest generation of the Hall of Honor was naturally led by the Shangqing Elders, and before that, Da Qiu had also had a method.
The Hall of Honor had never lacked methods in its history, but there were very few who had been able to become an Emissary. Once one became an Emissary, their status would be completely different, and Da Qiu was one such example.
Da Qiu had already been recognized as the fourth presiding judge, and Elder Chan valued him greatly.
Aside from the Shangqing Elders, Da Qiu was the expert that Elder Chan valued the most among the younger generation.
"Lu Yin?" Da Qiu was astonished.
Elder Chan asked.
"You once traveled with Lu Yin. What do you think of him?"
Da Qiu did not even think about it before answering seriously, "Lu Yin is my friend, and he was the one who helped me break through to become an Emissary. Without him, I would not be where I am today. He is my benefactor."
Elder Chan was speechless, as he realized that he had asked for nothing. Both the Shangqing Elders and Da Qiu viewed Lu Yin as their benefactor, so how was he supposed to ask?
The Shangqing Elders and Da Qiu represented the future of the Hall of Honor, and both of them were close to Lu Yin. How was he supposed to treat Lu Yin?
Furthermore, the head judge, Qing Ping, was Lu Yin's senior.
At this moment, Elder Chan was somewhat exhausted. He had never thought that there would come a day when he would lose control of the Hall of Honor, but that day had still come.
Even if he suppressed Lu Yin now, it would be useless. In the future, this person would still be able to reach the peak. He had that kind of charisma and ability, and Lu Yin was also a treasure of the Lockbreaker Society. That old fellow, Xiu Ming, also praised him greatly.
"You may leave," Elder Chan said tiredly.
Da Qiu did not understand, and he slowly retreated.
Some people had to be stopped early, or else it would be too late. Lu Yin was a classic example.
No one knew that even Elder Chan could not stop Lu Yin now, as his influence was too great.
Lu Yin sat down in the Board of Directors, feeling rather curious. "I thought that you guys would hold your Board of Directors in some special place. This place seems rather ordinary."
San Liang smiled. "When the Hall of Honor was first established, the Board of Directors held its first meeting here. This place has a special meaning to the Hall of Honor."
"Alliance Leader Lu, I might have to call you Director Lu from now on, haha!" Yang Ji laughed.
Lu Yin smiled. "Director Lu doesn't sound nice. Just call me Brother Lu. It sounds more intimate."
"Alright, Brother Lu is still the same." Yang Ji smiled cheerfully, but only he knew what he was thinking.
Lu Yin had contacted them on his way to the World Mountain. He had threatened Yang Ji with the gifts he had given him in the past, which had left Yang Ji helpless. If this matter were to spread, it would be a huge blow to Yang Ji, which was why Yang Ji had been willing to support Lu Yin. However, this would only happen once.
Lu Yin did not care. Regardless of whether or not Yang Ji supported him in the future, he still had people who supported him in the Board of Directors.
"I haven't seen you in a while. Brother Lu looks even more spirited," Zi Jing smiled.
Lu Yin smiled. "Of course. You're also becoming more and more beautiful."
Zi Jing laughed. "Brother Lu is still so humorous. How about you come to my place for a cup of tea after the Board of Directors ends?"
"Sure."
"I have some good tea at my place as well," Third Elder said, beaming at Lu Yin. It was impossible to tell that he was being controlled.
Lu Yin nodded at him.
Ever since Lu Yin had entered, the atmosphere of the Board of Directors had changed. It was no longer solemn, but more like a place to chat and drink tea.
Nan Yuan stared coldly at Lu Yin, but he was powerless to do anything. Aside from him, none of the other directors dared to offend Lu Yin, even if they did not stand on his side.
Lu Yin suddenly looked at Nan Yuan. "Director Nan Yuan, do you have anything else to discuss?
This is my first time as a director, so I'm quite curious. "
Nan Yuan's expression changed, and he replied, "I don't have anything else to discuss. Does Alliance Leader Lu have anything to discuss?
You can bring it up. "
Lu Yin smiled. "I do." He then looked around. "The Board of Directors must have nine directors. Otherwise, there will be a situation of four votes against four votes. Everyone has already experienced this situation. It's a waste of time and energy, so I suggest that Lei Qingqing be the new director to fill in the Board of Directors."