Just when Lynn received the "important information" from Wizard Green that could influence the direction of the situation, Elder Singed had already slowly narrated the whole story.
His voice was calm, yet contained a pressure as heavy as a bell, echoing in the Wizard Council Hall supported by hundreds of magic arrays.
As the last word fell, he glanced at everyone present, his tone neither hurried nor slow:
"Members of the House, please feel free to speak your mind and share your views."
Lin Enjing sat quietly in the back seat, her hands folded in front of her knees, her eyes slightly lowered.
Although he is now a genuine Morning Star Wizard, he has not yet obtained the status of "parliamentarian", so he can only listen from the side and cannot intervene in the meeting.
However, his keen perception had already detected the atmosphere surging in the hall: dull and depressing, like a pool of stagnant water, but hiding an undercurrent that could rise at any time.
There are thousands of Morning Star members sitting in the parliament hall, each of them is powerful enough to dominate a region, and their strength and power are enough to make ordinary wizards look up to them for a lifetime.
However, at this moment, these wizards all looked solemn, and no one was willing to act rashly in front of Elder Singed.
The fall of Nightmare Rift was like a nail that pierced everyone's heart. This matter was too sensitive. If one made a rash statement, it would be equivalent to pushing oneself to the forefront.
Therefore, as soon as Singed finished speaking, the hall, which was originally lit by magic lights, fell into an eerie silence.
At that moment, it seemed as if even the air froze.
The parliamentarians sat on the high platform, their figures elongated by the cold light cast by the floating crystal lamps.
No one spoke, only the low hum of the magic circle and the ticking of a clock in the distance.
The atmosphere in the hall was like a cold, heavy stone slab, making it hard to breathe.
However, Elder Singed, who was standing at the front of the conference table, was not surprised at all. The calmness in his eyes even showed a hint of composure as if he had already seen through everything.
He slowly turned his gaze, like a sharp blade moving silently, and finally landed on a member of parliament in the first row.
The congressman moved slightly, then took a long breath, without showing any panic on his face, and slowly stood up from his seat.
His figure turned into a stream of light, floating across the seats and landing on the platform in the center with a magic array hanging high above.
As his movements unfolded, the eyes of all the Morning Star Wizards turned to this figure, and Lin En was no exception.
Lin En stared for a moment, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
The man was wearing the same dark robe as Elder Singed and Wizard Alder.
The surface of the robe is engraved with fine magic runes, and behind it appears a symbol as blazing as the sun. It is the highest symbol of the Wizarding Council and can only be worn by wizards in the council.
Lin En's mind moved slightly:
"Is she a wizard directly under the Council? Is she a affairs wizard skilled in decision-making and scheming, or a law enforcement wizard wielding the power of thunderous punishment?"
As the person fully emerged, the parliamentarians saw her face clearly. It was a woman.
She didn't wear any heavy makeup, her natural face was as white as jade, her skin was as delicate as snow, but there was a sharpness between her eyebrows that was hard to look at.
Her temperament is as gentle as water, yet as sharp as ice, which makes people feel awe.
Especially those eyes, like the brightest morning star in the deep sky, clear and bright to the point of being transparent, as if they could penetrate the deepest secrets of the soul.
Even if you just look at her for a moment, you will have an illusion that your mind is being examined by some invisible force.
The witch's gaze was calm and indifferent, like a warm yet ruthless sword, slowly sweeping across the entire parliament hall.
Wherever her eyes went, even the most senior Morning Star councillor straightened his back unconsciously, as if some secret in his heart had been seen through.
This feeling is not sharp, but it carries an irresistible power that makes people feel very uncomfortable.
She looked around, then finally looked away, and her voice rang out softly.
Her voice was clear and gentle, unlike the cold and sharp voice of most law enforcement wizards. Instead, it had a hint of peace and elegance, like a clear spring flowing quietly in her heart.
However, every word that fell into the ears was so clear that it was impossible to ignore it.
"Members of the House, perhaps most of you here don't know me."
Her tone was calm, but her aura should not be underestimated.
"So, before I give my opinion, let me introduce myself."
After a slight pause, she stroked the sleeve of her robe with an elegant and calm movement:
"My name is Alice Morton, and I'm currently one of the law enforcement wizards of the Southern Territory Wizard Council."
As soon as the words fell, a subtle ripple appeared in the quiet hall.
Hearing this, Lin En raised his eyebrows slightly, and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.
"Law enforcement wizard?" he murmured in his heart.
He didn't expect that this cold and elegant female wizard was actually one of the law enforcement wizards in the Southern Region.
Lin En turned his head and asked the law enforcement wizard, Wizard Olde, who was standing beside him, in a barely audible voice: "Wizard Olde, do you know her?"
Wizard Older always has a serious expression, especially when facing Lin En, he is cold as ice.
However, at this moment, when the name "Alice" was mentioned, his expression became noticeably subtle for a moment.
After a brief silence, Alder slowly responded, "She...was involved in the planning of the Meteoric Council's actions."
He paused, then added, "Not in actual combat, but participating in the planning phase of the operation."
Lynn's eyes flickered, his thoughts racing.
As smart as he was, he grasped the profound meaning almost instantly.
"Qualified to participate in the meeting to formulate plans against the Meteoric Council?"
He speculated secretly in his heart, pursing his lips slightly, "This person is probably not an ordinary person... Could it be a young lady of noble birth?"
His gaze fell on Alice again. Her cold expression and calm demeanor silently revealed an inviolable pride and confidence.
If it weren't for her amazing background, it would be impossible for her to sit in the parliament and express her opinions at such a young age and with such aura.
Upon hearing this, Wizard Olde snorted coldly, his expression remained indifferent, but he did not deny it:
"Hmph... you're quite quick to guess. I don't know much about her background, but there are rumors that... she might have a close relationship with a certain His Majesty the Brilliant Moon."
As soon as these words came out, Lin En's heart moved slightly.
Although Olde's words were vague, his "subtle" attitude revealed a certain tacit understanding.
The Southern Territory Wizard Council has always been fair and strict, and even law enforcement wizards find it difficult to break the rules.
However, there are always a few people who are difficult to be bound by rules, such as His Majesty the Brilliant Moon who looks down upon all living beings.
"If she is really related to His Majesty Huiyue..."
Lin En pondered secretly, a hint of deep meaning flashing in his eyes, "Then her status in the parliament is probably higher than many superficial powers."
Thinking of this, his heart shuddered slightly.
Alice appears calm and gentle on the surface, but behind her lies an unattainable peak of power.
No wonder the tone of Wizard Olde was so subtle when he mentioned her. It was not just fear, but more like a kind of restraint that did not want to provoke.
At the same time, Lin En was vaguely aware of a subtle aura in the voice of Wizard Olde.
Even the most conceited law enforcement wizards in the Wizard Council felt a certain degree of inexplicable "dissatisfaction".
After all, they believe in impartial law enforcement and claim to be the embodiment of rules. But now they have to watch such a young lady who is rumored to "ignore the law" standing in the center of the parliament and speaking openly. This must be a very irritating thing for many law enforcement wizards.
Perhaps, within the entire parliament, there are quite a few people like Wizard Old who have a subtle attitude towards Alice and are quite resentful in their hearts.
Lynn shook his head slightly, suppressing the insignificant thoughts in his mind, concentrating his attention and watching the witch of distinguished background speak.
"The Meteoric Council's occupation of the Nightmare Rift has exceeded everyone's expectations."
Alice's voice was clear and calm, with a composure that didn't match her age.
She stood on the central platform, like a magic needle that stabilized the sea, firmly controlling the silence in the hall.
"No matter how bad the impact of this incident is, no matter how difficult the situation is now..."
She slowly looked around, briefly meeting the gazes of every Morning Star council member, indifferent but not to be ignored.
"Members, you should understand one thing... Reputation and public opinion can be restored later; but if the Nightmare Rift falls completely into the hands of traitors, that would be an irreversible disaster."
She spoke at a steady pace, and each word carried an invisible weight.
“It’s never too late to mend.”
She raised her chin slightly, her voice clear but cold and oppressive:
"Therefore, I, Alice Morton, in the name of law enforcement wizard, hereby propose that we make every effort to retake the Nightmare Rift and completely quell the radical faction of the Meteoric Council!"
As soon as she finished speaking, an invisible wind pressure seemed to rise in the hall, causing some low-level wizards to tremble in their hearts.
Under the influence of her aura, this originally somewhat dull parliament was finally pushed to a climax.
As soon as she finished her speech, Elder Singed, as if he had anticipated this, directly activated the ancient magic circle in the parliament hall.
The next moment, faint lights lit up in the air throughout the hall, each ray of light corresponding to the vote of a Morning Star councilor.
"Agree, oppose, abstain... Everyone, please express your views."
Singed's voice was ancient and deep, carrying an irresistible authority.
Lynn sat quietly in his seat, watching beams of light emerge.
The voting was anonymous, so even though he was sitting next to Wizard Olde and Wizard Green, he couldn't see their choices.
Their faces were as calm as usual, as if all this had nothing to do with them, and it was impossible to tell their stance from their expressions.
A moment later, Singed waved his long sleeves, and the light curtain on the central platform suddenly lit up, as if a starry sky was unfolding in the hall.
Above the starry sky-like light curtain, the final result emerged clearly.
More than 90% of the votes were in favor, an overwhelming approval.
The outcome was almost in doubt.
Lin En lowered his eyes slightly and sighed inwardly.
It’s not that these Morning Star councillors don’t understand the risks involved, but no one is willing to be the first to stick their head out of the cliff.
Since Alice took the initiative to stand up and was willing to become the target of public criticism, the others were naturally happy to go along with it and push this hot trouble onto the established track as soon as possible.
Lin En just watched quietly, his heart calm.
After all, it had nothing to do with him.
He is neither a member of parliament nor does he intend to get involved in this turbulent parliamentary intrigue.
The Southern Territory Wizard Council made a big fuss this time and summoned all the Morning Star Wizards to the Mountain City for a meeting. It seemed that there was some deep meaning behind it.
But no matter what calculations were hidden in it, with the smooth passage of the proposal, all disputes had nothing to do with Lin En.
Even though the content of this meeting will be fully recorded and the vote of each Morning Star member can be traced back and verified after the meeting, these rules and regulations are nothing but passing clouds to him, a "non-member of parliament."
After this important proposal came to an end, the parliament discussed some scattered matters one after another, and the atmosphere gradually changed from solemn to calm.
Finally, with the announcement from Elder Singed, the long meeting officially ended.
In the hall, the magic circle gradually extinguished, and the pressure that enveloped the entire hall also dissipated.
The wizards' conversations gradually rose, and powerful figures turned into streams of light, following the ancient arched dome and gate, leaving the parliament hall one after another.
At this moment, Wizard Green and Wizard Old no longer used telepathy, but spoke directly and talked softly with Lin En.
"Qinglin Wizard,"
Wizard Green said with a gentle smile. He treated Lin En very well, which might have something to do with the divine body.
"You should be staying in the Mountain City for a while, right? Go through the procedures for becoming a councillor and collect your Morning Star Gift."
Lin En nodded slightly with a calm expression, which was considered as an approval of the other party's speculation.
Wizard Green stroked his beard and smiled:
"Unfortunately, I can't stay long. I have to rush back to Furnace Stone to take care of some important matters. We'll catch up sometime in the future."
Lin En naturally expressed his understanding and returned the greeting.
Wizard Olde had always been indifferent to Lynn, and now he just nodded slightly, politely expressing his departure.
The conversation between the three was brief and peaceful. The Morning Star wizards around them filed out one after another. Their communication seemed calm in this large and solemn parliament hall.
However, at this moment.
A light yet sharp aura suddenly approached, breaking the tranquility.
Accompanied by a faint fragrance, a graceful figure floated out from the crowd, her clothes fluttering as if carrying a breeze that brushed across Lin En's shoulders.
Lynn subconsciously raised his eyes and saw the unadorned yet extremely beautiful face. It was actually the wizard Alice who had just stirred up the whole audience with her cold words in the center of the parliament.
Her arrival was sudden, like a jade stone that fell into a calm lake at an inopportune time, causing quite a stir in the conversation between Lin En and the other two.
"Wizard Alice?"
Lynn, Green, and Old were all startled, with a hint of confusion in their eyes.
They had no connection with this famous lady of the parliament, and the fact that she was walking straight towards them made people even more confused.
Why did she come? (End of this chapter)
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