Chapter 534: Seeking a New Sun

Chapter 534: Searching for a New Sun

"Isn't this just an excuse to vent their anger on them?"

Klein watched for a while, and an unfriendly thought inevitably surfaced in his mind.

The archbishop of the Church of the Storm was clearly furious, his expression suggesting he wanted to split the emissary of the Aurora Order in half.

The archbishop of the Church of the Eternal Blazing Sun attacked the leader of the Rose School of Thought like a mad dog, as if there was an irreconcilable hatred between them.

The Churches of the Night, Steam, and Earth Mother were more restrained, merely surrounding these people and waiting for reinforcements.

As for the archbishop of the Church of Knowledge and Wisdom, he was classically passive in the fight.

Soon, the blue sky was torn apart by a gigantic, mountain-like black-furred arm.

It easily swept away the encirclement, gathering the members of the Rose School of Thought in its embrace, intending to leave quickly.

A river of time flowed by, sweeping away the members of the Aurora Order.

As for the members of the Witch Sect, a black spatial portal appeared before them, allowing them to retreat calmly.

Faced with such a powerful being, clearly beyond Sequence 4 demigods, the lofty deities did not react.

This indicated that the ambush was not ordained by the gods but was an independent action by the major churches.

It was also possible that a hidden presence from afar was watching the scene.

Unless they wanted Backlund to become a battlefield, they had no choice but to let them take the people away.

Perhaps this was also giving face to the King of Yellow, who had come from afar to attend the establishment ceremony and whose safety could not be guaranteed otherwise.

"Everyone, please return."

Madam Liza spoke calmly, signaling the members of the six major churches to leave rather than causing trouble here.

As she spoke, the aura of a Sequence 2 Ground Angel faintly emanated from her, adding weight to her words.

With no more excitement to watch, Klein said to Mr. Azik and Venithan, "Let's go too."

The three got into a carriage and left, followed by members of other secret organizations and the six major churches.

However, the carriage carrying the archbishop of the Church of the Eternal Blazing Sun left for a while before secretly returning and stopping in the woods behind the Yellow Church.

Madam Liza was equally curious about the archbishop's actions, as she did not recall any previous interactions between the Yellow Monastery and the Church of the Eternal Blazing Sun.

But since the other party had clearly sided with the Yellow Church last night, Madam Liza invited him in for a talk.

"Sorry to disturb you."

The archbishop of the Church of the Eternal Blazing Sun was a man over fifty, with golden curly hair, a slightly graying beard, and a still robust physique.

He introduced himself as William Thompson.

"I'll be brief. Before I left, His Holiness the Pope summoned me alone and expressed his hope that I could build a friendly bridge between the Church of the Eternal Blazing Sun and the Yellow Church."

Madam Liza's eyes showed a hint of interest, signaling the archbishop to continue.

"The specifics of the discussions should be handled personally by His Holiness."

As William Thompson spoke, he took out a golden gem from his bosom, clearly blessed with some divine power, and placed it respectfully on the table before leaving the room.

As he left, golden ripples emanated from the gem, and a phantom emerged from the depths of the ripples.

It was Ross Hurley, the Pope of the Church of the Eternal Blazing Sun.

"I apologize for communicating in this manner," Ross Hurley said humbly. Madam Liza nodded, "I don't mind this way of talking; I'm just curious about the Church of the Eternal Blazing Sun's stance."

"In the past, we had our own stance, but now, we are no longer as glorious as we once were," Ross Hurley sighed and continued, "The new sun no longer shelters the Republic of Intis; it is now in Backlund, in the hymns of your faith."

Madam Liza's expression changed instantly, the message in these words was too shocking.

The new sun... Doesn't this imply that the current Eternal Blazing Sun is no longer effective?

In Backlund, in the hymns of the Yellow Church's faith... Could it be referring to the divine emissary?

Last night, the divine emissary appeared and instructed the followers of the Yellow Church to address him as the Holy Master.

Before the title of Holy Master, there was the term "Enlightening," making the full title Enlightening Holy Master, which the divine emissary had privately revealed as his new identity.

The term "Enlightening" could indeed refer to the sun, as it brings light to the world every day.

"It seems you have already figured it out," Ross Hurley confirmed Madam Liza's guess, "We need the new sun to bring us new light, or else the light without a source will eventually be consumed by darkness."

"You should speak directly with the Holy Master."

"I can only see a vague image and cannot confirm his identity. Being far away in the Republic of Intis, I cannot contact him..."

These words sounded quite aggrieved, and Madam Liza couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

The divine emissary was very good at concealing his identity. If he did not want to be found, it would indeed be difficult for the Pope of the Church of the Eternal Blazing Sun to sense his presence, let alone contact him.

Just last night, the divine emissary had revealed himself in a form of light, and few present could glimpse his true identity.

"I can pass on the message for you, but whether the Holy Master is willing to see you is not for me to decide."

...

At 160 Backlund Street, Klein led Mr. Azik and Venithan back, then came out to talk in the guise of Dawn Dantes.

Venithan smiled as he sat down, "It's nothing particularly important, I just wanted to take this rare opportunity to say a few words."

"The stars once visited the spirit world."

"They have a close relationship with the resurrected ancient phoenix ancestor."

"The stars are aware of the existence above the gray fog."

Venithan's successive mentions of the stars made Klein's heart tremble inexplicably. Was this a warning?

"This year, or rather, this year, will be an era of burning war."

"Darkness and blood will sweep across the northern and southern continents."

"The cracks in the original barrier are gradually widening."

Hearing this, Azik's expression grew more serious. As a powerful Beyonder on the path of the Death God, he too sensed that this year would mark the beginning of chaotic wars, far more significant than the campaign against the Feysac Empire.

The widening cracks in the original barrier were too shocking, signaling the prelude to the apocalypse.

"We must quicken our pace."

As Venithan said this, he kept his eyes fixed on Klein, clearly implying that Klein needed to advance quickly.

"This is the true soul of a spirit world plunderer, which I think you need right now."

Venithan simply reached out and grabbed the air, producing the true soul of a spirit world plunderer in his palm.

This was one of the main materials Klein needed to advance to Sequence 4 Trickster, and he had already obtained the main eye of a trickster monster recently.

With this, he had all the materials needed to advance to Sequence 4 Trickster.

As long as the potion in his body was fully digested, he could attempt to advance.

"..." Klein was silent for a moment.

"One should always bring a gift when visiting, to show sincerity," Venithan said with a smile, "In the spirit world, this is not a rare item."

"I will remember this gift."

"That is my hope."

Venithan smiled and stood up, checking the time, "I can't stay here too long to avoid unnecessary attention."

"We look forward to the day you ascend above the gray fog."

With that, Venithan bowed, turned into a yellow spectrum of light, and merged into the sunlight, disappearing.

Klein and Azik sat on the sofa, exchanging glances. Klein coughed lightly and said, "I only met Venithan last night."

"Everyone has their own secrets; it's normal. You don't need to feel ashamed of hiding it from me," Azik's gentle and loving voice provided great comfort to Klein's chaotic mind.

"Mr. Azik, what do you think I should do now?"

"Advance."

"But now I feel a bit hesitant."

"Some things can only be seen from the top of the mountain. If you stay at the foot, you can only imagine."

"I understand."

...

In the Queen's District, Hastur stretched out his arm to pull Sharon, who was about to get up, back into the bed.

He had stayed at Sharon's place last night, letting her watch over him. Although nothing happened, the chance to sleep in the same bed as Sharon was rare.

"Today is the first day of the new year," Sharon said as calmly as possible.

"I know," Hastur held Sharon tighter, "The first day of the new year should be spent with someone important, right?"

"Miss Audrey is still waiting for you."

"It's not too late to go in the afternoon."

It was after ten when Hastur finally got out of Sharon's bed.

As soon as he stepped out, he caught Aisala trying to eavesdrop.

After patting her head a few times, Hastur washed up and went downstairs to eat.

Seeing Butler Neil's thoughtful and hesitant expression, Hastur waved him over.

"Say what you want to say."

"Earl, Miss Sharon is a very good girl."

"I know what you want to say," Hastur smiled, "After the new year, I will go to Southwell County. This time, you will leave Backlund with me."

When the war horn blows, Backlund won't be as safe as Southwell County.

"I have to leave Backlund too?"

"Yes, your talents are needed more there."

Butler Neil said no more and agreed, even though he was used to life in Backlund.