After Oral spoke this sentence, the atmosphere of the Veterans Mutual Aid Association suddenly quieted.
Everyone’s gaze quickly fell on the young man standing at the front.
They had heard of him.
After all, today’s Baiyu is not the little nobody he was back then.
Although his strength and cultivation level don’t seem to have reached the level of an Elite Martial Artist, the network of connections around him is not to be underestimated.
First are the favors his parents left behind.
As representatives of the main war faction.
His parents were definitely outstanding individuals of their generation.
No one expected them to die in the Shelter of Linjiang City.
Even if they perished, many of their old friends are still active in the political and military world.
The influence of these people cannot be ignored.
This is just one aspect.
Another aspect is the Qiong Family.
Although the Qiong Family has long declined, especially after Qiong Yue’s death, the last glimmer of the Qiong Family disappeared.
From being one of the Imperial Twelve Families, they have now fallen to desolation.
The decline of the Qiong Family has many reasons.
For instance, their outdated family system and successive calamities.
But the main reason is that the Qiong Family has no successors, not even a male heir in this generation.
The Qiong Family could not just sit back and wait to die.
Thus arises the current situation.
They indirectly took Baiyu as the family heir.
Baiyu is just a lone person.
Qiong Yue and Qiong Jiu’s previous idea was to bring him in as a son-in-law, though it is uncertain what their thoughts are now.
The current fact is that Baiyu has received the support of the Qiong Family.
And he has gained control of the Qiong Family’s Legendary Ship.
In the last battle in Zenith City.
It was relying on the Legendary Ship that he managed to stay safe, which indicates that he can already maneuver the Legendary Ship in battle.
Is the relationship with the Third Prince.
The Third Prince is a direct member of the Royal Family, a descendant of the Divine Emperor, and a strong contender for the throne.
Especially after the Eldest Prince suffered a disastrous defeat in Zenith City.
The Third Prince’s popularity has risen steadily.
Whether among the people or in the court, an overwhelming trend against the Eldest Prince has emerged.
Is precisely a trusted associate of the Third Prince.
Combining these three aspects—relationships, military power, connections, and background—Baiyu is not lacking in any respect.
The sudden decision to hand over the position of president of the Veterans Mutual Aid Association to Baiyu was completely unexpected.
This is no longer considered a backdoor maneuver but rather a blatant opening of the way.
Could it really be as everyone guessed?
Is Oral’s injury too severe for him to continue as president?
The Veterans Mutual Aid Association is the effort of many veterans.
At the inception of this department, it was the result of many retired veterans working together; Oral would surely hand it over to someone he trusts, ensuring the efforts are not wasted.
"Everyone might be a bit surprised.
But this decision was made after my careful consideration.
The injuries I suffered in the Spirit Realm, although not fatal, require rest and recuperation.
All affairs of the Mutual Aid Association will be entrusted to Baiyu.
Consider it an opportunity for a young person to gain experience.
There is no need to worry.
I have already assessed Baiyu’s abilities. With him, the Veterans Mutual Aid Association might even develop better.
I will also guide him from the sidelines until he fully takes over the affairs of the Mutual Aid Association."
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It is a situation where Oral has the final say.
Basically, when he said Baiyu would take over as president, it became a foregone conclusion.
What remains are some procedural formalities.
And accepting congratulations from various organizations and forces, as well as the old president introducing Baiyu to some important figures in Villiduo.
By the time all this was done, it was already the afternoon.
Even with simple socializing, Baiyu was exhausted, much more than from studying or cultivation.
During this period, he also had to be careful to avoid those noble ladies trying to take advantage of him.
It was truly incredible.
Although these noble ladies were quite attractive, did he, Baiyu, look like someone indiscriminate?
Outwardly they value etiquette, but privately, who knows how dirty they are.
"How is it, a bit uncomfortable?"
The guests had mostly dispersed, and Oral lit a cigarette, reminiscing:
"I remember when I first became the president of the Mutual Aid Association, I was just like you, if not worse.
A feeling of confusion yet fulfillment.
Initially, it might feel uncomfortable.
But after doing it for a few days, you’ll find it’s just like that.
It’s just that there are more affairs, and the burden is heavier.
The resources you can gain and control will also increase.
After all, in this world, there are always gains and losses."
Oral’s expression was very seasoned, with an extraordinary, detached aura.
It was clear he was a master of old wisdom.
"President, how exactly is your injury?"
Now that there was no one else around.
Baiyu asked his most concerning question.
Oral shook his head: "Now you are the president, you need to get familiar with everything in the Mutual Aid Association quickly; I’m just a semi-retired old man.
That relic was truly bizarre.
With my current strength, it’s still insufficient to explore it.
But in the future, if you have the opportunity, you must go once.
Might be unexpected things hidden.
The relic map I provided to other forces is another insignificant place, and I haven’t told anyone else the location of the real relic."
The president smiled.
Baiyu nodded silently, saying, "Thank you, President."
"It’s a small matter."
Oral waved his hand, and said: "The visible strength of the Veterans Mutual Aid Association may not be strong, but in secret, there are many invisible connections.
You need to know how to make good use of these.
The responsibilities of the Mutual Aid Association are not many.
Maintain development, and help veterans solve some problems.
Sometimes you may assist the Anomaly Bureau in handling some extraordinary events.
After that, everything else is up to your arrangements."
The two talked for a long time in the office.
Oral explained to Baiyu many things the Mutual Aid Association needed to pay attention to, as well as the operations over the years.
He imparted his insights and looked at Baiyu: "Is there anything else you want to ask? Tomorrow, I have to go to the sanatorium for a good rest; it won’t be that convenient for you to see me."
Baiyu thought for a while and said:
"Actually, I want to know, besides the main war faction, what other factions are there in the Imperial?
The Veterans Mutual Aid Association is one of the main war factions, right."
Oral nodded, not surprised by Baiyu’s question: "Yes, the mission of soldiers is to fight, and naturally, we are a representative force of the main war faction.
Actually, these years, it has mainly been at war with two Demon forces and three major races.
The two Demon forces are Wumian Mansion and the Flesh and Blood Research Association.
The three major races.
Are the Sea Demon Race, Shell People Race, and Demon Race.
The other races generally engage in small skirmishes or are dependent on these three races, not forming a significant threat.
And along with the main war faction.
There is also the peace-seeking faction in the Imperial that advocates for stable development."