Elder Qin pursed his lips, "Trust Young Master."
Compared to the worried expressions of their group, Dai Wei leaned back in her seat, a smile in her eyes.
According to the people she had placed by Luo Sheng's side, Luo Sheng had been stuck at the Golden Core realm for nearly a year without any progress. This match, no matter how one looked at it, he stood no chance of defeating Dong Ba!
Dai Wei was waiting for the scene where he would be beaten to the ground!
She wanted to see what face Luo Sheng would have to mention succeeding the sect leader after being defeated by a newcomer!
"Elder Qin! So many of us are waiting! Hurry up and announce the start?"
Dai Wei's urging carried a triumphant tone, as if victory was already in her grasp.
Elder Qin walked leisurely to the drums and gongs, tapping the drumstick lightly—
Dong Ba was the first to unleash an offensive towards Luo Sheng's area!
However, just as his figure was about to reach Luo Sheng's face, Luo Sheng still stood with his hands behind his back, not making any move—
Chen Xing'er's breath caught in her throat, "Luo Sheng! Dodge!"
Dong Ba's punch was filled with power. If it landed on Luo Sheng, he would surely be defeated!
Seeing this, Dai Wei leaned her head on her hand and chuckled, "Is this his first real fight? Heh! He must have been scared stiff!"
However, the moment Dai Wei's voice faded, Luo Sheng moved!
He dodged swiftly, and with a punch that was neither sloppy nor hesitant, he struck Dong Ba squarely in the abdomen!
The entire process did not involve any spiritual energy, but Dong Ba was sent staggering back several steps from the force!
"How could this be!"
Dong Ba, after all, was the Newcomer King!
Even if Luo Sheng were to win, it shouldn't be in a single move!
The triumphant smile on Dai Wei's face froze. Her once radiant features now appeared somewhat distorted.
How was this possible!
How could Luo Sheng be a match for a peak Golden Core expert?
Could the information she had received be wrong?!
Everyone stared in shock at the scene unfolding before them. However, Steward Ma Si, seated in the main position, stood up from his seat. He looked at Luo Sheng with a hint of understanding in his eyes, "Is Young Master the Luo Shen who has recently gained fame in Europa?"
A few days ago, when the fighting arena's rankings were released, besides Nine-Tails who had reached the top, Luo Shen, who had swept through three districts in ten days, had also caught everyone's attention.
For years, the five great families had been scouting for fresh talent in the fighting arena to serve their families.
Luo Shen's outstanding ability was immediately noticed by them. The videos of his matches had been sent to the hands of the five great families, and Steward Ma Si had also seen them. Just now, the fierce punch displayed by Luo Sheng perfectly matched Luo Shen's signature move!
Thinking this, Steward Ma Si's eyes gleamed with interest.
He hadn't expected to gain such a valuable find during this visit to the Luo Sect.
Luo Sheng also hadn't expected to be recognized, but he didn't hide it. Standing on the stage with his hands behind his back, he nodded, "It is I."
While the two exchanged words, the rest of the crowd listened in utter confusion.
"What Luo Shen?"
Steward Ma Si raised an eyebrow and looked at the puzzled Elder Qin beside him, "You haven't been following the movements in the black market?"
"Ten days ago, Luo Shen opened an account in the fighting arena and fought his way from the novice district to the hellish district, unstoppable. In this ranking release, he has already reached the tenth position on the Heavenly Ladder."
Everyone listened in a daze, not knowing how to react for a moment.
It was true they hadn't been following the black market, but in Europa, who didn't know about the Heavenly Ladder?!
Anyone whose name was called out on the Heavenly Ladder was a formidable figure in Europa.
But...
The members of the Luo Sect stared at Luo Sheng on the stage in shock. Tenth on the Heavenly Ladder?
This was simply unbelievable!
With such combat ability, they couldn't even hope to match him!
Elder Qin hadn't expected Luo Sheng to give him such a great surprise today!
Amidst everyone's admiring gazes, Elder Qin unhesitatingly declared loudly, "The Young Master's abilities are evident to all. I believe the Young Master is fully capable of succeeding to the position of Sect Leader and leading our Luo Sect to renewed glory!"
As soon as Elder Qin finished speaking, the entire Elder Hall immediately voiced their agreement.
The Law Enforcement Hall, as Luo Sheng's loyal followers, naturally supported him.
The Luo Sect had three halls: the Law Enforcement Hall managed martial prowess, the Elder Hall managed decisions, and the Procurement Hall managed finances. Two of them had already declared their stance, and all eyes now turned to Dai Wei.
Dai Wei's face was grim. She hadn't expected Elder Qin to bring up this matter at this time, catching her completely off guard!
She sat in her seat, silent.
Elder Qin spoke coldly, "Madam, who else do you think is more suitable for the position of Sect Leader than the Young Master?"
Dai Wei's gaze swept over the members of the Elder Hall and the Law Enforcement Hall who had already risen from their seats. She sneered, "What, are you trying to force me to agree?"
"It is simply the prevailing trend."
Elder Qin signaled for the Hall Master's seal of the Elder Hall, which had been prepared long ago, to be presented. "According to Luo Sect rules, once the Sect Leader succeeds, the three halls will be under the sole command of the Sect Leader. Our Elder Hall has made up its mind. We hope Madam will heed the calls of the Luo Sect members and hand over the Procurement Hall."
Elder Qin was clearly well-prepared.
He had decided long ago to force Dai Wei into the background under everyone's watchful eyes.
But—
Dai Wei stood up from her seat with a light laugh, then slammed down her cup and sneered, "I had originally spared your feelings out of respect for the Old Sect Leader, not wanting to fall out with you. Now you are pushing your demands right to my doorstep!"
"Then don't blame me for turning ruthless!"
Elder Qin's face hardened. "You only have Cheng Ji by your side. Do you really think you can incite the entire Luo Sect with him?"