Chapter 1701: Chapter 375: Grand Judge (Finale) (3)

"I nominate Gu Shen for the position of the new ’Grand Judge’ of the Judgement Institute."

The Transcendents who came to the Dojo today for the recruitment trial were dumbfounded. They merely wanted to watch some young novices spar, take on masters, and enjoy some gossip along the way.

Little did they expect to stumble upon a major scoop.

From Judges fighting, to the Grand Judge election—

Old Yu and Xu Fang were even more shell-shocked.

Gu Shen sighed softly; he never expected the old man to be so fierce.

He left the shrine for the headquarters of the Judgement Institute.

Gu Shen hadn’t told anyone about this matter.

However, if you think about it, how many minutes have passed since the unveiling of the Ghost Veil?

All of the Judges at the Institute were summoned by Gu Qilin!

It was clear that the moment Gu Qilin knew he was at headquarters, he began rallying people... It was likely that pushing Gu Shen to the Grand Judge’s position had long been in the old man’s plans.

"Everyone, if you have any objections, you can voice them now."

Gu Qilin spoke slowly: "Any objections, according to the Changye traditions, can be challenged against Gu Shen."

The dojo fell silent.

The Judges summoned here by Gu Qilin all had complex expressions.

With those words from the old man, who dared to object?

Even if anyone had objections, who could defeat Gu Shen?

Just now, Gu Shen’s Great Achievement Domain was suppressing Zhou E clearly for everyone to see through the Spirit Network!

In recent years, the Judgement Institute has been rife with controversies over the Grand Judge matter. The main conflict centered around the first-rank Judge Zhou E and the second-rank Jin Yun.

The strengths of these two Judges were similar, equally matched in battle.

Both had mastered two Great Achievement Domains, with the potential to break through and become Titled powerhouses at any time.

Once they break through and receive the title from the East Continent Council, they would qualify for the Grand Judge position—

Behind Zhou E and Jin Yun, each had their following, and of course, there were neutral parties like "Xie Zheng" who supported neither; in an attempt to woo votes and select allies, factions reemerged within the Judgement Institute over the years. This was inevitable, and while the factions of Mr. Shu and Zhu Wang no longer exist, new ones will always arise.

And now.

With Gu Shen standing here, all factions lost their significance.

Because compared to Gu Shen, the leaders of these two factions, Zhou E and Jin Yun, were like stars compared to the sun.

They truly paled in comparison.

"I have no objections."

Jin Yun, the highest ranking, spoke first without the slightest hesitation, not even hiding the smile on his face.

Upon learning that Gu Shen was "alive," Jin Yun had no hope for the Grand Judge position anymore.

What could be more satisfying than seeing your rival shut out?

Now that Mr. Gu has spoken and summoned all the Judges, Jin Yun felt the need to express his stance, firmly standing by Gu Shen.

"...I have no objections either."

On the other side, Zhou E also spoke hoarsely.

His expression was one of shame.

If it weren’t for today’s upheaval, he would have been the first to speak in support.

But previously, Gu Shen had overheard what he said to Du Wei.

If he didn’t intend to vie for the Grand Judge seat, why would there be so many rumors these past years?

With these two speaking up, others also expressed their agreement.

In the final stage, Zhong Fan, who had just disembarked from the high seas onto the East Continent, learned about today’s events at the Changye Dojo through the Spirit Network. He hurriedly also expressed his agreement via Deep Sea.

"This... is a unanimous approval, nomination passed."

Gu Qilin’s tone was calm, as if announcing a trivial matter. His eyes fleetingly showed a complex expression; the usual congratulatory tone was scarcely perceptible: "Gu Shen, congratulations on becoming the new ’Grand Judge’ of the Judgement Institute."

Everyone looked toward the large screen hovering above the dojo.

Due to Gu Qilin’s refusal to allow recording by electronic eyes.

At this moment, it was still Zhou Wei appearing on screen.

Old Grandpa Zhou Wei awkwardly smiled; it felt truly strange, being the one on camera while Gu Qilin did the nominating. 𝐟𝚛𝕖𝚎𝕨𝗲𝐛𝚗𝐨𝐯𝐞𝕝.𝐜𝗼𝗺

The birth of a Grand Judge was originally a grand affair.

Yet at this moment, it seemed so perfunctory.

However... Gu Shen’s election as Grand Judge was never really in doubt.

Zhou E and Jin Yun were both great candidates, but when compared to Gu Shen... it was a significant gap.

Applause and cheers suddenly erupted outside the dojo.

After Deep Sea reported the news, everyone in the headquarters building flocked to the scene.

The entrance of the fortieth-floor dojo was already packed with people.

The stands were likewise filled.

"Thank you all for your kindness."

Gu Shen slowly bowed, his voice sincere and earnest.

Even though his heart was calm, the formalities still needed to be observed...

In fact, Gu Shen was originally planning to wait and see who among the young talents at headquarters had reached a commendable level. If there truly was someone matched in strength, Gu Shen would have willingly stepped aside.

Due to his dual identity as the "Inheritor of the Netherworld King’s Spark" and "Ancient Literature Society Key Holder,"

Gu Shen knew that he might very well walk the same path as Mr. Gu Changzhi.

He would go to the Northern Continent Border, and to the Old World.

The path Gu Changzhi walked back then, he also wanted to traverse once more.

So his time in Changye wouldn’t be very long, and from this perspective, he was a competent protector but not an ideal watchman.