The great hall was silent. Aside from the five great experts, there were another eight people seated on either side: the Red Whale Gang's Elders and the Internal Affairs Envoy. After exchanging looks, no one spoke.
The divine gleam that had appeared in Lu Sheng's eyes earlier had already clearly shown that he cultivated both inner and outer strength. No one knew whether he had reached Spirit Focus, but even if he was merely a Spirit Intent expert, there was no need to offend him when he had no grievances with anyone present.
"Since no one objects, then it is settled. Brother Lu Sheng will serve as the Red Whale Gang's sixth External Affairs Envoy, taking over and managing Wu San's former men and territory. Does anyone have any objections?" Gang Lord Hong Mingzi asked with a smile.
"I'm afraid that would be inappropriate," Deputy Gang Lord Gongsun Zhang Lan said mildly, lowering her eyes.
"What is inappropriate about it?" Chen Ying looked at her. He knew she intended to have her niece, Gongsun Jing, take over Wu San's men and territory. It was only natural for her to speak up in opposition now.
Gongsun Zhang Lan was a sinister-looking middle-aged woman dressed in a black robe, both hands tucked into her sleeves.
She glanced at Chen Ying and gave a smile that did not reach her eyes. "Brother Lu may be exceptionally strong, but that only represents his personal strength. Managing a force is not something that can be accomplished through individual martial prowess alone.
"Wu San may be dead, but there are still quite a few men and businesses in his territory. Handing all of that to a newcomer who only just joined the gang—what will the old members think? He has not rendered a single service, yet