Chapter 208
The onlookers had mixed feelings when Ji Cheon-Myeong leveled up: On one hand, they found Ji Cheon-Myeong despicable—he’d even gone so far as killing his own people to level up. But on the other hand... if Ji Cheon-Myeong were to succeed in his tribulation, South Korea would have a fourth National Treasure to prop up the nation.
After weighing the gains and losses, the majority of the crowd reached similar conclusions.
“Sigh. We aren’t in a position to be picky.”
“No matter what, we need a new transcendent—character is a secondary concern.”
The general audience in the stands had originally come to support Jae-Hyeok, but their ardor was less about Jae-Hyeok than it was about a brighter future for the country, which Jae-Hyeok’s talent stood for.
To that end, they could even overlook Jae-Hyeok’s surname.
But if Ji Cheon-Myeong could pass his tribulation, then a leap in their country’s power would come sooner than expected.
Thus, the curses died down, and a chorus of cheers—quiet at first—slowly built over the audience.
“Have strength! Overcome that thunder tribulation and lead South Korea to soar!”
“We understand you, Ji Cheon-Myeong! Don’t worry. With enough strength, you won’t need to bow to anyone again!”
“Ji Cheon-Myeong! We are cheering for you!”
“Please become a transcendent!”