Chapter 2207: Ockhamâs Struggle!
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
âCouncilor⦠Wang Teng?!â
As Wu Deâs words spread, not only was Ockham stunned, but others also froze. They wore expressions of astonishment.
The heaven-stage martial warriors who initially intended to take action against Wang Teng were now caught in a dilemma. They couldnât proceed with their actions, nor could they retreat. Glancing between Ockham and Wu De, their gazes eventually settled on Wang Teng, displaying extreme awkwardness.
They were profoundly shocked. What did Councilor Wu De just call him? A councilor?
Seriously?
A freshman becoming a councilor? Could anything be more absurd?
From a distance, Yuan Muâs eyes widened slightly, and his pupils involuntarily contracted.
Councilor!
Wang Teng became a councilor!
He just aimed to become an ordinary member of the Academy Arbitration Association, but Wang Teng had already become a councilor. The gap between them seemed to have widened unconsciously.
He clenched his fists tightly. His heart pounded furiously and he couldnât calm down.
âCouncilor!â
After a moment of silence, a thunderous exclamation erupted from the crowd below. Their gazes were filled with disbelief as they looked at the young figure in the sky, their expressions full of shock.
The sudden appearance of a freshly appointed councilor left everyone somewhat incredulous.
Wang Teng was a little surprised. This Senior Brother Wu De was a councilor and he came out to help him. Interesting.
âNo, somethingâs not right!â Ockhamâs expression changed slightly, his face darkened as he said, âWang Teng is just an associate council member who hasnât undergone the assessment. How could he become a councilor? You must be fooling me.â
Everyone was stunned. They were puzzled.
Indeed, Wang Teng had not undergone the assessment. How could he become a councilor?
Initially, they chose to believe it subconsciously because it came from Councilor Wu Deâs mouth.
But now, prompted by Ockhamâs words, they felt that something seemed amiss.
If becoming a councilor was that easy, everyone would be a councilor by now.
âHmph!â Wu De snorted uncontrollably.
âCouncilor Wu De, why are you laughing? If you canât provide an explanation for this matter, even if youâre a councilor, you might not be able to protect him,â Ockham said with a slightly darkened expression.
âI donât need to protect anyone,â Wu De glanced at him and calmly said, âThe notice appointing Wang Teng as a councilor has already been issued, and any councilor is aware of it. You donât have the qualifications to know about it.â
Ockhamâs face turned green.
He didnât have the qualifications to know!
He was looking down on him.
However, he was unable to retort. He was just an associate council member while Wu De was a genuine councilor. His status was much higher than his.
At the same time, tumultuous waves surged within him. Did Wang Teng really become a councilor?
The crowd below, upon hearing Wu Deâs words, once again turned their gaze towards Wang Teng, their expressions incredibly complex. They had no choice but to believe Wu De.
He said that all the councilors knew about this matter. There was little room for doubt.
Such lies were easily exposed.
So, what Councilor Wu De said had to be true.
Ockham was still unwilling to believe, he immediately sent a message through his wristwatch.
âIt seems you still donât believe it. Let me give you another chance to struggle.â Wu De shook his head, crossed his arms, and looked at Ockham mockingly, seemingly indifferent to his attempt to confirm the information.
â86th senior, donât be in a hurry. Take your time to confirm. 1 can wait,â Wang Tengâs lips curled into a faint sneer as he said calmly.
Seeing their resolute expressions, Ockhamâs sense of foreboding grew stronger. At this moment, he felt like he was pushed to the edge of a cliff, with no room for retreat.
Standing in place, he became increasingly restless. The gaze of those around him was like a weight, making him extremely uncomfortable.
He no longer cared about what Wang Teng called him. If Wang Teng had become a councilor, his troubles would be significant.
Yuan Mu sighed. The truth was already certain. If Ockham persisted, he would only bring humiliation upon himself.
He looked at Wang Teng, a hint of unwillingness in his eyes. Why was this person so much more outstanding than him, despite both being freshmen? Was there such a monster in the world?
Even his brother wouldnât be able to reach this stage at his age!
No, this Wang Teng was just luckier. How could he compare to his brother?
After some time, Ockham received a message on his wristwatch. He hurriedly lowered his head to take a look and his expression froze.
â86th senior, whatâs the result? Is it what you expect? Are you surprised?â Wang Teng asked with a smile.
Ockham:â¦
Surprised?
At this moment, the information he received from a certain councilor undoubtedly came as a great shock, leaving him devoid of any chance to struggle.
In an instant, he felt as if he had been plunged into an abyss. His entire body turned cold.
Wu Deâs facial muscles twitched for a moment. He wanted to laugh but had to forcefully hold back. Wang Teng was truly as cheeky as ever.
âHmph!â
âLetâs go!â
Ockham feigned composure, coldly snorted, and turned around to lead his people away.
Wang Tengâs figure suddenly flashed, blocking Ockhamâs path. He calmly said, âDid I say you could leave?â
âWhat do you want?â Ockhamâs eye corner twitched uncontrollably. He glared at Wang Teng warily.
âWhat do 1 want? Donât you find it ridiculous that youâre asking me that?â Wang Teng replied.
Wu De stood on the side, watching this scene with a smile, showing no intention of intervening.
After Wang Tengâs identity was exposed, Ockham and the others couldnât afford to provoke him anymore.
If they dared to make a move again, it would only worsen their situation.
This time, he stepped in to ease the tension between him and Wang Teng.
Earlier, when he learned that Wang Teng had refused the identity of an associate council member and that the Constellation Society was attacked by the Qingyan Society, he didnât lend a helping hand. It had already strained their relationship.
Now that he learned Wang Teng had become a councilor, no matter what, he had to mend their relationship.
âWang Teng, Senior Ockham didnât know your identity before, leading to this misunderstanding. Why do you have to be so aggressive, clinging stubbornly to this matter?â Yuan Mu walked over from a distance, coming to Ockhamâs aid.
Wu De, upon seeing Yuan Muâs silvery-white long hair from afar, squinted.
âIsnât this the second one?â Wang Teng looked at Yuan Mu, expressing surprise.
Everyone he defeated seemed to be referred to as the second.
Yuan Mu:â¦
âThe, the second one?â Wood looked at Wang Teng in astonishment. It took guts to call that personâs younger brother the second. Wang Teng was incredibly bold.
Or was he unaware of Yuan Muâs identity?
Considering the latter possibility, Wu De immediately sent a message through a voice transmission, âWang Teng, Yuan Muâs identity is not simple; he is the younger brother of a Judge.â
âIndeed, heâs a Judgeâs younger brother!â Wang Tengâs gaze flickered. He had suspected it before, and now he received confirmation from Wu De. Howeverâ¦
So what if he was the younger brother of a Judge?
He didnât even give the Judges any face, let alone his brother.
âYou were watching the show from the sidelines and now, you want to intervene?â Wang Teng looked at Yuan Mu and asked.
Yuan Muâs expression changed slightly. Wang Teng clearly wasnât giving him any face. Didnât he know his identity? If it were someone else, even a councilor, they would probably show some respect if they knew his identity.
H
If thereâs nothing else, please step aside. Unlessâ¦â Wang Teng paused, a hint of coldness appearing on his face. He continued in a calm tone, âYou want to be my enemy?â
âYou!â Yuan Muâs pupils contracted. This guy was threatening him!
Wood, on the sidelines, was at a loss for words. Even after learning Yuan Muâs identity, Wang Teng still confronted him in such a manner, clearly showing no regard for Yuan Muâs elder brother.
Wu De couldnât help but feel speechless. How audacious was this guy? He dared to disregard even a Judge.
If it were him, he definitely wouldnât dare to offend a Judge.
âYuan Mu, this matter has nothing to do with you.â Ockham stepped forward, looking at Wang Teng with a cold smile. âIndeed, I misunderstood first, but you didnât reveal your identity, so you canât blame others. If you want to use this to accuse me, then you should check if other councilors agree.â
At this moment, Ockham felt a bit more confident. He suddenly realized that, even though Wang Teng had become a councilor, his status was quite awkward.
Firstly, Wang Tengâs strength wasnât enough to win everyoneâs respect.
Secondly, from the communication with the councilor earlier, Ockham learned that Wang Tengâs appointment as a councilor wasnât well-received. From the Judges to other councilors, not many sincerely hoped for Wang Teng to join the Academy Arbitration Association.
Of course, there might be some councilors who would support Wang Teng, like the current Councilor Wu De. However, Ockham was confident that the majority of councilors would stand against Wang Teng.
After all, Wang Tengâs existence was too unconventional. A freshman becoming a senator was an insult to all councilors.
Those councilors had struggled through hardships, competing with numerous geniuses, and finally passed the assessment to become councilors. In contrast, Wang Teng went from an ordinary student to a regular member of the Arbitration association, then to an associate council member, and finally became a councilor.
It was too easy!
His promotion path turned the efforts of other councilors into a joke.
âSenior Wu De, may I inquire about the Academy Arbitration Associationâs procedures when an associate council member inexplicably attacks a councilor?â Wang Teng ignored Ockham and turned to Wu De, posing the question.
âWellâ¦â Wu De couldnât help but furrow his brow.
What Ockham had thought of, he had naturally considered as well.
Although Wang Teng had become a councilor, his situation didnât seem favorable.
In such circumstances, persisting in confronting Ockham was not a wise choice.
However, when he saw the calm expression on Wang Tengâs face, he realized that the latter had no intention of letting it go.
Having known Wang Teng for a considerable time, Wu De understood that this junior was not someone who would remain silent after being mistreated.
When Feng Qingyan of the Qingyan Society bullied him, Wang Teng had fiercely fought back. It was no different with Ockham.
âPhysically assaulting a councilor gives the councilor the right to subdue the aggressor and revoke their associate council member status,â Wu De glanced at Ockham, sighed inwardly, and responded.
âVery well! Iâm reassured by your words.â Wang Teng smiled and nodded.
âYou!â Ockhamâs pupils suddenly contracted.
In the next moment, although a smile lingered on Wang Tengâs face, and his gaze turned completely cold. He surged forward, heading straight for Ockham.
Boom!