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Even without damage to their relationship, I wouldn't be surprised if Yury turned the post down.

He strikes me as a person valuing his freedom and disliking obligations. In this regard he seems to have a lot in common with Gildarts.

Precht also seems a much better organizer, which would make him a better Master. I doubt the Fairy Tactician would choose her successor solely on sympathy and ignore qualifications.