Establishing the Hall of Judgment
"We're all colleagues, it's normal to have differing opinions. No one would put someone to death over such trivial matters."
"The Spirit Hall has existed for tens of thousands of years, and there have been no fewer than a hundred changes of Pope, but which Pope has ever ruthlessly killed his own Subordinate?"
"Disagreements have been a constant throughout the development of the Spirit Hall, but we all share the same goal: to make the Spirit Hall better. Let us seek common ground while reserving differences, and work together for the development of the Spirit Hall."
After his speech, the emotions of the powerful figures present completely calmed down, and they also received their own protective charms from Wu Qi. After that, there were no more voices of opposition.
Qian Daoliu continued, "The Pope of the Spirit Hall is the revered leader in the hearts of all Soul Master across the continent. Those who hold this position must possess both virtue and exemplary conduct."
"I have watched Wu Qi grow up since he was a child, and I know him inside and out. His character and conduct can withstand the test of time. I believe that under his leadership, the future of the Papal Hall, and even the entire Spirit Hall, will only be better."
"Gentlemen, the future of the Spirit Hall belongs to you. We old fogies will eventually become history. I hope you will cooperate sincerely and create a prosperous era together."
"The Coronation Ceremony of the New Pope will be held in January. A notice has been issued to the entire continent, inviting representatives from all sides to attend."
"At the same time, Newly Promoted Titled Douluo Coronation will be held for the Qiangu Changkong the day before the Coronation Ceremony."
After the Grand Court Assembly ended, all the powerful figures who participated immediately returned home and arranged for their people to quickly spread the news of the upheaval in the Spirit Hall to their relatives and friends.
Meanwhile, the Spirit Hall officially announced the abdication of Bibi Dong and the Coronation Ceremony of the New Pope to the entire continent.
Although the ceremony has not yet been held, Bibi Dong has already resigned, Wu Qi must immediately take over the Papal Hall and begin his work.
In the Papal Hall's study, Qiangu Changkong and others were assisting Wu Qi in handling the backlog of official duties.
Wu Qi only had a vague idea in mind regarding the regulations for the macro-level governance of the Papal Hall, but he was unable to put it into practice for the time being.
Qian Daoliu gave him a one-month grace period, during which he had to formulate the charter and formally implement it after the Coronation Ceremony.
After each Pope ascends to the throne, the people compare the achievements of the old and new Pope. Wu Qi didn't want the Spirit Hall to fall into chaos under his rule and ultimately be forced to step down amidst a chorus of criticism.
For now, we should handle the backlog of official business conservatively and ensure the normal operation of the Spirit Hall first.
After a while, Qiangu Changkong stretched and complained, "I didn't expect things to be settled so quickly, but handling official business is really tiring."
Feng Xiaotian replied, "It's not that this much accumulated in just one day, but Bibi Dong kept the Papal Hall shut down for too long."
Qiangu Changkong shrugged, then raised an eyebrow and said cheekily, "Wu Ge, don't forget my reward."
Wu Qi nodded in response, without saying much more.
The Hall Guardian Douluo is the First Elder of the Elder Hall, which is a significant leap in status for Qiangu Changkong, who is still relatively inexperienced.
However, how to arrange the arrangement of Chrysanthemum Ghost Douluo became a problem.
These two had served Bibi Dong for over twenty years, Wu Qi could not possibly use them. However, if he stripped them of their positions as First and Second Elder, it would inevitably send a signal of "purging the remnants of the previous dynasty," which could easily lead to internal turmoil.
However, these two are stuck at level 95, so they can't go to the Worship Hall, and if they stay in the Elder Hall, they will be suppressed by Qiangu Changkong.
After thinking it over, Wu Qi decided to talk to Qian Renxue first and then decide based on the situation.
The Elder of Judgment are the judges of the Spirit Hall, and their status is second only to the Pope.
Wu Qi decided to establish the Hall of Judgment to thoroughly reform the Official System. If Chrysanthemum Ghost Douluo were willing, they could be transferred to the Hall of Judgment to serve as Hall Guardian Douluo.
Creating a separate "ranking list" is, in some cases, the best approach.
Wu Qi put down the official document in his hand, gave a brief instruction, and then walked out of the study with Qiangu Changkong.
Hu Liena had been waiting outside the study for quite some time.
He gestured for Qiangu Changkong to stay put, Wu Qi stepped forward, saying, "You should know where Bibi Dong is going next, right?"
Hu Liena nodded, her eyes filled with urgency, but she whispered, "My teacher is leaving Douluo Continent to go to a secluded Peach Blossom Land. She invited me, but I don't want to go."
As she spoke, she looked up, her eyes pleading, "Wu Qi, can you persuade the teacher to stay?"
Wu Qi shook his head, sighed, and pulled Hu Liena toward a bench to the side.
"Bibi Dong's decision to relinquish the Pope Position shows she has made up her mind completely; even you couldn't persuade her, so I certainly can't. Besides, two tigers cannot share one mountain. Her staying would not be a good thing for the Spirit Hall."
"The simultaneous existence of two Pope, one old and one new, will inevitably lead to internal strife, which is detrimental to the Spirit Hall. Bibi Dong's choice is to consider the overall situation."
Hu Liena's eyes dimmed, as if she had lost the motivation to cultivate.
After a moment's thought, Wu Qi said, "Cultivate diligently. When you reach a certain special level, you will have the opportunity to see your teacher again in the future."
"God?" Hu Liena asked back.
Previously, when Bibi Dong summoned her alone, she told her about the Deity.
Wu Qi nodded. "Now that you know, you should cultivate even more diligently. Your teacher will go to a very far place. If you cannot become a god, there is no possibility that you and your teacher will meet again in this life."
After some comforting words, Hu Liena's gaze became even more resolute.
She thanked him and quickly ran off to cultivate in seclusion. Not far away, Qian Renxue walked towards her with a smile on her face.
"I didn't expect you to be such a caring older brother, even managing to handle someone like Hu Liena."
Bibi Dong took great care of Hu Liena and even bestowed upon her the title of Saintess, which naturally made Qian Renxue resentful.
Wu Qi chuckled dryly and said, "From now on, she'll be my Subordinate, so I have to take care of her."
"You've come at the right time; I have something to discuss with you."
The duties of the Elder of Judgment are significant, but in the past they have always been affiliated with the Papal Hall and have no Subordinate to command.
Wu Qi proposed establishing Hall of Judgment to monitor the personnel within the Hall of Judgment Spirit Hall and to equip it with corresponding military support to ensure sufficient enforcement power.
Qian Renxue hadn't expected Wu Qi to grant her so much power, and couldn't help but ask, "This arrangement is certainly good; with greater execution power, the efficiency of supervision will surely improve. However, if the future Elder of Judgment clash with the Pope, it will inevitably cause a bloody storm within the organization."
Wu Qi had considered this issue and replied, "Let's do it this way for now and make adjustments later."
"Furthermore, one of the reasons I established the Hall of Judgment is to have you win over Bibi Dong's former followers, such as Chrysanthemum Ghost Douluo. If they are not properly settled, there will likely be many instances of them outwardly complying but inwardly resisting in the future."
After a pause, Wu Qi smiled and said, "As the person in charge of the Hall of Judgment, the task of winning over Chrysanthemum Ghost Douluo is entrusted to you."
After saying that, he left quickly without giving the other person a chance to refuse.
Qian Renxue smiled helplessly and had no choice but to passively agree.