Chapter 569: To Die for a Belief (1/2)
Chapter 569: To Die for a Belief
Translator: IreneEditor: X, TYZ
Wang Rui overlooked the surging and frantic crowd, his mood completely ruined.
On behalf of Skyheart City, he had come to select the best candidates for Master’s Glory, but these people were only here to join in the buzz. Yet, upon hearing that the Spear of Heavy Cloud was recruiting, they became so agitated and wild. Wang Rui felt terrible, as if he had just swallowed a fly.
Wang Rui was born into an aristocratic family that had a close relationship with the Ye family.
The Wang Family had a long history, but hadn’t been illustrious for a long time. However, by riding on Madam Ye’s newly gained power, the family immediately had a change of fortune. In terms of seniority, Madam Ye was Wang Rui’s maternal aunt, and Wang Rui often played around in the Ye residence when he was young.
Madam Ye considered visiting various cities to scout for candidates since just relying on the Surveillance Division wasn’t enough. She needed someone who was decent in all aspects, including family background, to coordinate the selection so that the respective mayors would follow through or at least not obstruct her plans.
Having followed Madam Ye for some time, Wang Rui had had his glorious moments, but it was still his first time carrying such a heavy responsibility.
He truly cherished this opportunity and wanted to get things done properly.
Seeing the scene before him, a rush of anger filled his heart, and his face was terrifyingly gloomy. Could it be that the popularity of the Spear of Heavy Cloud had already surpassed that of Skyheart City?
”Quiet! Quiet!”
The Master beside the mayor had no choice but to step forward to maintain order.
The excited crowd gradually calmed down, but the passion and fervor on their faces had yet to fade.
The mayor wanted to speak, but a tender voice broke the silence from on the stage, ”I don’t want to go to Skyheart City! I want to join the Spear of Heavy Cloud!”
The speaker was He Min, who had an agitated expression on his face.
He was extremely agitated. Ecstasy filled his heart, and he felt as if he was dreaming.
The Spear of Heavy Cloud had actually come to Wind Mail City to recruit new members!
He Min’s voice rang just when the crowd had quieted down, so everybody’s gaze fell onto him. However, no one, including the mayor, was surprised. In fact, they urged him on.
”Good one!”
”That’s our boy!”
The crowd starting an endless cheer.
Master’s Glory had been discussed for so many years, but nothing had come out of it yet. There weren’t any Masters, so people thought of it unfavorably. Plus, while Skyheart City emphasized righteousness, citizens had nothing good to say about it. Le Buleng’s satirical speech circulated more extensively than anything else, and to the ordinary citizens, the so-called general situation was simply too vague and distant.
Meanwhile, the Spear of Heavy Cloud grappled at the front line with real swords and spears. Wine, to them, was boiling fresh blood. Those who died were eternal heroes. What they chopped were the heads of their enemies.
In the eyes of ordinary people, joining Master’s Glory and going to Skyheart City meant that they might gain power and become an influential figure. Joining the Spear of Heavy Cloud, however, meant that they could immediately enter battle to fight against the blood elementalists.
The latter was for the hot-blooded!
”No way!”
An angry voice boomed across the field.
Wang Rui’s face was ashen, and he felt his face burning, as if he’d received a few hard slaps. He hadn’t expected the Spear of Heavy Cloud to be this popular!
The servant behind him whispered, ”We must take He Min away no matter what. So far he’s the most talented candidate, second to none!”
Wang Rui also had no plans of letting He Min go. If he were to join the Spear of Heavy Cloud, Skyheart City would reach rock bottom. Wouldn’t it be an extreme humiliation if this were to spread? And how could he, Wang Rui, allow himself to become the butt of the joke? His bright future would be thoroughly thrashed.
Furthermore, that servant had reminded him that he absolutely could not shrink back.
He stood up slowly. With a stern expression, he walked to the edge of the pavilion and surveyed the audience. In a deep voice, he started talking, ”The Spear of Heavy Cloud is the pillar of the Elders Guild and a combat division most worthy of our trust. Their outstanding performance was indeed up to the Elders Guild’s expectations, but Master’s Glory fundamentally influences our ability to resist and claim victory over the blood elementalists.”
Terrified by his might, the clamorous crowd unconsciously lowered their voices.
His tone was powerful and resonating. ”Thus far, Master’s Glory is our greatest and strictest plan. The Elders Guild will supply endless effort and resources! Countless people are advancing dauntlessly, wave upon wave. What for? To defeat the blood elementalists and take the Avalon of Five Elements back! Every one of you must understand the Elders Guild’s painstaking effort. Regarding the fight against blood elementalists, the Elders Guild is more determined and well-prepared than anyone else.”
He Min shook his head stubbornly. ”I want to join the Spear of Heavy Cloud!”
Wang Rui suppressed his impatience, responding calmly, ”If you join Master’s Glory, you’ll be able to unleash greater potential and become a powerful Master! You will become the Elders Guild’s core, and they will focus on grooming you!”
He Min refused to listen. Like a monkey drum he shook his head. ”No! I’m joining the Spear of Heavy Cloud!”
Wang Rui ran out of patience. Under the eyes of those present, he flew into a rage and berated, ”Why are you so insensible? Do you not have any regard for the present situation? Are you able to take responsibility if Master’s Glory fails because of you?”
He Min answered righteously, ”I’m a child!”
The crowd burst into laughter. Everyone was amused by his response.
”Exactly. He’s just a kid. What responsibility?”
”The Elders Guild is so useless!”
”Heh, heh. An old man is dead in the enemy country, new soldiers are defending our territory, a lone girl is fighting at the front line, and now it’s this kid’s turn!”