County Magistrate Ma pondered for a moment in his heart and stood up.
"For the final round, I vote for Yu Xueguan."
Given the situation, Zhao and Lu would definitely vote for Yu Xiaolian. Rather than letting them win two to one, it was better for him to cast the first vote for Yu Xiaolian, perhaps saving some face and showing his fairness.
For County Magistrate Ma's contrary action, Zhao, Lu, and Ying exchanged glances, quite surprised.
However, in an instant, the three regained their composure.
Zhao Zhiyun and Lu Manluo also cast their votes for Yu Xiaolian, and Dean Ying announced the competition result symbolically.
Yu Xiaolian won.
Ma Xiyue suddenly let out a piercing scream and then, with much flair, fainted.
Yu Xiaolian had already noticed Ma Xiyue's unsteadiness when she was teetering and circling, so when Ma Xiyue fainted, Yu Xiaolian swiftly caught her.
Ma Jingwen came over and took his sister from Yu Xiaolian's hands, thanking her.
