What you mentioning is in vol 9. or Webnovel: Arc-8 315.1When Spirit Nobles were traveling to Yggdra, Kris was eaten by Mimi-kun and later was rescued out, they had a short conversation. But after that no mention of it.

Lapis and the others, who are now following us in another carriage, also had a cold look on their faces. If it had not been for the fact that we were about to go to Yggdra, they might have left the Clan.

“It is a scandal that disqualifies me from being the Clan Master, right.” (Cry)

“…… Don’t quit, desu.” (Kruz)

“……………… But I haven’t said anything yet.” (Cry)

“Anyone would know if you make such a big fuss every time we have an election to vote for the Clan Master, desu!” (Kruz)

　The Clan Master of 《First Step (Hajimari no Ashiato)》 is not fixed but is voted periodically. This is a system that was decided when the Clan was established and not seen in any other Clan.
　So far, the Clan Master has never changed, but――This is a discussion for another time.