Chapter 335 I've Chosen a Saintly Student to Be My Team Leader!

Hearing Lei Qing bluntly ask about Fox Immortal's identity and intentions, Jiang Yun was momentarily stunned, and then alarm bells rang faintly in his heart.

He subconsciously glanced sideways at Fox Immortal beside him, fearing that this Yao Race sovereign would be provoked by such nearly offensive words and directly reveal her terrifying strength, which was enough to crush everyone present; that would be a huge mess.

Fortunately.

Fox Immortal seemed completely indifferent to the discussions of these little bugs in her eyes. Her expression remained aloof as she gazed at the sea of clouds outside the pavilion, her eyes not even flickering, as if they were talking to thin air.

Jiang Yun secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

He knew she simply couldn't be bothered to pay them any mind.

He also immediately understood the subtext in the words of Lei Qing and the others—they were worried he was bringing a burden or someone with connections who would dilute the mission rewards or even drag the team down.

Jiang Yun immediately spoke up to explain with a calm expression.

His tone was frank.

"Everyone, rest assured. She is merely traveling with me and is not a mission participant. Naturally, she will not take part in the distribution of the mission rewards for the five of us. I alone will be responsible for her safety on this trip; she will definitely not add any extra burden or risk to the team."

These words were clear and concise.

They both drew a clear line.

And stated his stance.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Zhao responded.

The corners of his mouth curled into an undisguised arc of contempt.

He toyed with a jade pendant.

He said slowly, "That's for the best. this young master didn't take this mission to go on an outing with dead weight. Since the Sacred Student wants to bring a female companion, then look after her yourself. Don't let her come crying to us and implicate the rest of us when things get critical."

He spoke quite rudely.

Directly using the words 'dead weight'.

Liu Qingshuang's brow furrowed even tighter.

But she said nothing.

Her cold gaze merely swept over Zhao Zhao.

Carrying a trace of imperceptible annoyance.

Lei Qing, on the other hand, waved his hand.

He said gruffly:

"Hey, since it's the Sacred Student's private matter, just arrange it yourself. Let's get back to business."

He was clearly more concerned about the issue of the team's command.

His eyes shone as he looked at Jiang Yun.

"Sacred Student, what do you think about the choice of leader? There are five of us, so someone has to be the decision-maker."

Following his question.

The gazes of Liu Qingshuang and Xiao Chen also focused on Jiang Yun once more.

Lei Qing asked directly.

And he had indeed pointed out the key issue.

The three of them actually had their own calculations in their hearts.

Zhao Zhao was the strongest.

He had the highest Realm and held a position on the Heaven Rank.

Reasonably speaking, the leadership should belong to him.

But this man's arrogance was blatant.

He lacked respect for others in his speech.

If he were made leader.

He would likely act arbitrarily.

When the time came, the distribution of mission gains and the assumption of risks would likely revolve around him, leaving others with little say.

Especially the three Gold Ranks among them.

They would very likely be used as pawns to scout the way.

Jiang Yun was different.

Although he was mid-stage Gold Rank, his reputation preceded him, his combat power was unfathomable, and more importantly, he had the status of a Heavenly Saint Student!

This status held a transcendent position within the academy.

Even Elders had to show him some courtesy.

No matter how arrogant Zhao Zhao was.

Faced with Jiang Yun's status.

He would have to be somewhat wary.

He wouldn't dare take things too far.

If Jiang Yun served as leader, at least on the surface, Zhao Zhao wouldn't dare to openly oppress them, providing an extra layer of protection for the interests and safety of the three of them.

Therefore.

In the hearts of Liu Qingshuang and the other two.

Jiang Yun was actually the best candidate for leader.

A buffer who could balance Zhao Zhao and make them feel relatively at ease.

Zhao Zhao heard Lei Qing throw the question to Jiang Yun again.

A look of taking things for granted appeared on his face.

He looked at Jiang Yun.

His tone carried a hint of condescension.

He spoke first, "The Sacred Student is a sensible person. I think, with my strength and Heaven Rank status, it's most appropriate for me to serve as the leader of this temporary squad and oversee the overall situation. Sacred Student, what do you think?"

Through his words and manner.

He had already placed himself in the position of leader.

He even carried a faint sense of coercion, as if it were best for Jiang Yun to be tactful and agree.

Jiang Yun heard this.

His brow couldn't help but furrow slightly.

From Zhao Zhao's words and demeanor, he clearly felt a high-and-mighty arrogance and an unquestionable dominance.

This feeling of being faintly threatened.

Caused a flicker of displeasure to pass through his heart.

However.

Jiang Yun quickly suppressed this emotion.

He was not someone keen on fighting for power and profit.

As for the position of temporary leader of this squad.

He had absolutely no interest.

His true reliance and trump cards were never these temporary teammates beside him, but Little Fire and Little Skylark, who were rapidly growing in the Beast Taming Space, as well as the unfathomable Fox Immortal beside him.

Who was the leader?

It had no substantial impact on his execution of the mission or his acquisition of contribution points.

Thus.

Jiang Yun's expression returned to calm.

His gaze indifferently swept over Zhao Zhao.

Then he looked at Liu Qingshuang and the other two.

His tone was unperturbed.

"Regarding the matter of the leader, you four can discuss and decide. I have no interest in it, nor do I intend to serve. I have no objection to whomever you nominate."

As soon as these words came out.

The hearts of Liu Qingshuang, Lei Qing, and Xiao Chen all sank.

They hadn't expected Jiang Yun to give up the competition so decisively and stay out of it.

Wouldn't this be handing over the initiative to Zhao Zhao on a silver platter?

Zhao Zhao heard this.

His face immediately showed an undisguised smile of triumph and disdain, as if everything was within his grasp.

In his view.

Jiang Yun's words were undoubtedly a sign of backing down.

Knowing he couldn't compete with him.

He simply gave up.

What 'number one below amethyst rank'?

I think he's just a clever person who knows how to judge the situation and when to advance or retreat.

Those rumors were indeed exaggerated.

"The Sacred Student is indeed reasonable."

Zhao Zhao gave a fake compliment.

Then he turned to Liu Qingshuang and the other two.

His tone carried the ease of someone who had already won.

"Since that's the case, then this position of leader will be held by me..."

"Wait!"

Before he could finish his sentence.

He was interrupted by Lei Qing's coarse voice.

Lei Qing's bell-like eyes were wide open.

He looked at Zhao Zhao and spoke in a muffled voice.

"Senior Zhao Zhao, you can't say it like that. The Sacred Student doesn't want to be leader because he's being modest. But our squad has five people after all, and the choice of leader is of great importance. How can it be decided so hastily? In my opinion, since opinions aren't unified, let's vote! Fair and square, whoever has more votes gets it! All four of us have the right to vote!"

He specifically emphasized the four.

Liu Qingshuang immediately followed up.

Her voice was as cold as ice.

"Agreed. We decide by vote."

Xiao Chen also nodded in agreement.

"This method is very appropriate."

The triumph on Zhao Zhao's face instantly froze.

It then turned into gloom.

He hadn't expected these three Gold Rank fellows to dare to unite against him!

His gaze swept over Liu Qingshuang and the other two.

A flash of sinister anger passed through the depths of his eyes.

Good! Very good!

Zhao Zhao sneered in his heart.

Three Gold Ranks who don't know the heights of the heavens dare to play this game with me?

Fine! Let you be smug for a while.

Once we reach the mission location and go deep into danger.

Let's see if you can still be so tough!

At that time.

Who the leader is will be decided by strength anyway!

If any of you dare to be reckless... humph!

The outskirts of the Bone Burial Area!

For a student or two to die!

Is perfectly normal!

Evil thoughts churned in his heart.

But on his face, he forced a smile that didn't reach his eyes.

"Voting? Heh, interesting. Then let's vote."

The atmosphere became somewhat stagnant for a moment.

Jiang Yun remained quietly seated on the stone stool.

As if this argument caused by him had absolutely nothing to do with him.

He even picked up the clear tea that had appeared on the stone table at some point and took a light sip, his manner leisurely.

After a brief silence.

Liu Qingshuang spoke first, breaking the deadlock.

Her cold eyes looked straight ahead.

Her tone had no fluctuations.

Yet it carried a sense of decisiveness.

"Since it's a vote, I cast my vote for the Sacred Student, Jiang Yun."

"I hope that the Sacred Student will serve as our leader for this trip."

As soon as this was said.

It was like a thunderclap!

Zhao Zhao abruptly turned his head to look at Liu Qingshuang.

His eyes were filled with disbelief and fury.

He never imagined.

That the first person to explicitly oppose him and directly cast a vote for that detached Jiang Yun would be this ice-cold woman!

Before Zhao Zhao could erupt.

Xiao Chen's gentle but firm voice followed immediately.

"I second that. I also believe that the Sacred Student is the most suitable candidate for leader. I also cast my vote for Junior Jiang Yun."

Lei Qing laughed even louder.

His voice shook the pavilion as he slapped the stone table hard.

"Hahaha! Well said! Same here! Sacred Student, don't decline the leadership! We all trust you!"

Three votes!

All cast for Jiang Yun!

Zhao Zhao was completely stunned!

His face turned red and white in turns.

It was a spectacular sight.

He felt like a clown who had been played.

His previous triumph and plotting had instantly become a joke.

The way he looked at Liu Qingshuang and the other two.

He was almost spitting fire.

These three bastards.

They had clearly colluded.

Using Jiang Yun's special status as a shield to deal with him!

At this moment.

Jiang Yun, who had been leisurely drinking tea and acting as if it were none of his business, was also stunned, his hand holding the teacup frozen in mid-air.

He looked up in some bewilderment.

He looked at Liu Qingshuang, Xiao Chen, and Lei Qing, then at Zhao Zhao, whose face was ashen and eyes were cold, and he instantly understood in his heart.

So that's how it is... Jiang Yun smiled bitterly to himself.

They're using me as a tool to balance and restrain Zhao Zhao... He hadn't intended to get involved.

But unfortunately, the hat of the leader.

Had been placed by the three of them in this way...

Forced onto his head.