School flower's personal master

Chapter 13018

Immediately, many people joined in the mockery.

Leaving aside the big clients in the private rooms, even the people in the lobby below are going to great lengths and using every means possible to secure a special member.

After all, only the high-ranking elders of the God of Wealth Academy have special membership slots.

Even for them, the number of spots is extremely limited, and they are not easily given away.

Even with his status as Jin Buhuan, he was still far from qualified, despite having already moved beyond the level of a low-level clerk.

Jin Buhuan's face turned ugly.

Qian Tongtian said in a low voice, "Jin Buhuan, based on my understanding of you, you are not a fool who can't tell what's important."

"You'd better tell us who opened the door and made him a special member, so you don't get blamed for nothing."

Jin Buhuan hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped.

At that moment, another voice rang out from behind the group: "I gave Young Master Lin his special membership spot, is there a problem?"

Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw Zhao Gongming had appeared at some point. His face had changed from its usual calm and dignified expression to one of barely concealed flush and excitement.

Everyone quickly bowed and greeted Elder Zhao.

Even the VIP clients in the private rooms all took the initiative to offer their hands in greeting.

Although Zhao Gongming was not a decision-making elder, among the senior elders of the God of Wealth Academy, he was among the best in terms of both seniority and ability, so naturally no one would easily offend him.

Zhao Gongming's gaze met Lin Yi's for a moment, and he gave him a reassuring look before turning his attention to Qian Tongtian.

He didn't say anything, just quietly looked at the other person.

The invisible, authoritative aura emanating from them made everyone present feel somewhat breathless.

The group exchanged bewildered glances, secretly surprised.

Zhao Gongming's power wasn't this intimidating before.

Qian Tongtian forced a smile and said, "Elder Zhao, I didn't mean to target this Young Master Lin."

"However, this auction is of great importance, and we must convince everyone to accept it, so that we don't have people suspecting that our God of Wealth Academy is up to something behind the scenes."

"Everything I do is to protect the reputation of the academy."

Zhao Gongming smirked upon hearing this: "You call it protecting the reputation of the academy when you use underhanded means to snatch back items that have already been auctioned off?"

Qian Tongtian's face darkened: "Elder Zhao, watch your words. There are so many customers watching."

He and Zhao Gongming have been rivals for many years. This direct confrontation could very well determine who will hold the position of elder in the decision-making body, so he certainly cannot back down in the slightest.

Zhao Gongming said calmly, "I haven't uttered any curses; I've already been very careful with my words."

"Just based on all the mess you've made, it's clear to everyone who's tarnishing the reputation of our God of Wealth Academy."

"What did you say?"

Qian Tongtian was immediately exasperated: "I am the person directly in charge of this auction and have the right to make decisions on any unforeseen circumstances!"

"Elder Zhao, if you have any self-awareness, you'd better stay away."

"On another note, you gave special memberships to people of unknown origin, and now that something has gone wrong, you'll have to take responsibility."

Zhao Gongming smiled slightly: "I will naturally take responsibility, but Young Master Lin did not violate any rules today. The two immortal divine weapons are rightfully his, and no one can deny them."

"If Elder Qian is disregarding the reputation of my God of Wealth Academy for his own selfish interests, then don't blame me for taking this too seriously."

"Making a mountain out of a molehill?"

Upon hearing this, Qian Tongtian laughed in anger: "Fine, I'd love to escalate this to a major level!"

"I was originally going to give you some face out of consideration for our past as colleagues, but since Elder Zhao doesn't want that face, then you can't blame me."

"I will report this to the higher-ups immediately and let the elders of the decision-making body make a decision themselves!"

Zhao Gongming glanced at him indifferently: "You report it."

Qian Tongtian was somewhat taken aback.

He naturally didn't want to bring this matter to the decision-making level unless absolutely necessary.

Ultimately, even if he could find fault with Lin Yi, the root cause was that he failed to organize the auction properly.

The only saving grace is that Lin Yi is Zhao Gongming's man.

Even if a dispute were to break out, Zhao Gongming would not be able to remain uninvolved.

In the end, even if he loses points, it will be him and Zhao Gongming who lose points together.

In this regard, he was absolutely certain that he would not let Zhao Gongming gain any advantage, at least in terms of connections at the higher levels, he had a clear advantage over Zhao Gongming.

However, Zhao Gongming's calm reaction at the moment really made him unsure of what to do.

"You said it yourself, so don't regret it."

Qian Tongtian sneered and immediately took out the exclusive communication talisman for high-level elders, directly connecting with the decision-making elders.

With so many people in front of him, he naturally couldn't fabricate facts.

However, the same event, told in different ways, can lead to vastly different perceptions.

Even without any fabrication or distortion, with Qian Tongtian's methods, he could absolutely portray Zhao Gongming and Lin Yi as villains who colluded with each other.

Even if Zhao Gongming argued back in person, he would never be able to turn the tide!

After all, first impressions matter, and this principle applies everywhere.

However, just as he racked his brains and finally prepared his speech, a majestic voice suddenly resounded throughout the entire venue.

Not only at the auction site, but also throughout the entire God of Wealth Academy and its affiliated organizations, everyone is conveying the same message.

"After a collective decision by the academy's decision-making body, Elder Zhao Gongming has been officially promoted to Law Enforcement Elder due to his great contributions and outstanding achievements, and has been granted the authority of the academy's core decision-making body."

The content was brief, just a few short sentences, yet it left an echo that reverberated throughout the hall above everyone's heads.

The entire room fell into a deathly silence.

The way everyone looked at Zhao Gongming changed completely at once.

Before this, although they treated Zhao Gongming with respect, it was largely just polite formality.

After all, he was just an ordinary senior elder, and the real impact he could have on these clients, especially the core major clients, was limited.

But now, Zhao Gongming has suddenly risen to prominence, directly joining the core decision-making level of the God of Wealth Academy, which is completely different.

The elders of the decision-making body have the first-hand voting right on all major matters of the God of Wealth Academy, including the most crucial personnel appointments.

A single word from such a powerful figure can truly trigger a major storm, and can even directly determine the future and fate of many of their forces!

Moreover, and more importantly, there is Zhao Gongming's title.

Enforcement Elder.

He was the top law enforcement official in the entire God of Wealth Academy, wielding immense power to make decisions on all violations and illegal activities at all levels. (End of Chapter)