When Fang Zheng walked into the room, he had to admit that he was still a little nervous. After all, before coming here, Fang Zheng also learned about this Pope. He only knew that this Pope should be very old. At least it has been nearly 80 years since the death of the previous Pope, and this Pope is likely to be over 100 years old. Not only that, it is rumored that this Pope also has power beyond the ordinary... Of course, this is just a rumor, because no one has actually seen the Pope take action.

However, in such a world, as the supreme leader of a force, Fang Zheng certainly would not regard the Pope as a mere idol or mascot.

Although he didn't know why the Pope wanted to chat with him before the banquet, Fang Zheng didn't think that he was just inviting him for afternoon tea. Not to mention, since he was the Pope, the nominal leader of the Temple, then maybe he saw through his bluff? After all, as the Pope, he should be very familiar with the Goddess of Order.

Could it be that she saw through my fraud under the banner of the Goddess of Order and was planning to take it out on me?

Forget it, I'd rather not think about it. The more I think about it, the more nervous I get. If the enemy comes, we will fight him. If the water comes, we will block it with earth. Since His Holiness the Pope has not revealed his identity until now, it means that the two sides should still have a basis for cooperation. I just don't know what will happen next.

With all kinds of thoughts running through his mind, Fang Zheng led Hecate and the other three into the hall. This was a very empty space, somewhat similar to a meeting room, and in front, a gauze curtain became a barrier, blocking the scenery on the opposite side. All he could see was the soft sunlight pouring in from the window, and a black figure was reflected on the gauze curtain. Because he was sitting on a chair, Fang Zheng couldn't tell whether the other person was a man or a woman, or how tall, short, fat, or thin he was.

"Your Holiness, Mr. Fang Zheng has arrived."

At this moment, Bishop Karl took a step forward and respectfully bowed to the figure in front of him.

"Um."

Then, a voice came from the other side of the curtain, but the voice was very strange. It sounded like a woman, but surprisingly, her age could not be heard. The voice itself was also very strange, sometimes high and sometimes low, like the ups and downs of the waves. Fang Zheng did not say much, but just stepped forward and bowed.

"You are Fang Zheng..."

Soon, the Pope's voice sounded again, and it sounded as if he was looking at Fang Zheng.

"...Although I have heard the report before, I didn't expect that you are much younger than what was reported...I already know about the contributions you and the Tiandao Palace have made to protecting order and fighting chaos. On behalf of the Temple, I thank you for all you have done. I hope that you can join hands with the Temple in the future to fight against chaos and protect order."

call……

Hearing this, Fang Zheng heaved a sigh of relief. The Pope did not give him orders as if he were a superior or a subordinate, but rather treated him as an equal force. This meant that at least he had no hostility towards him and his people. If he intended to suppress him, there was no need to make such a gesture.

"Of course, I also hope that we can have a pleasant cooperation."

Fang Zheng also nodded and smiled slightly.

"The Temple has made great efforts to protect the order of this world. I also hope to do my part to make this world a better place... A beautiful, peaceful, and orderly world. I think this is what everyone hopes for."

Since the Pope has set a friendly atmosphere, Fang Zheng doesn't mind a little business promotion.

"Of course. I can feel your sincerity, Mr. Fang Zheng. I hope we can continue to cooperate in the future."

"Of course, Your Holiness."

After a brief conversation, Fang Zheng felt that it was almost time to end it. It seemed that he had been thinking too much. The Pope did not seem to want to cause trouble for him, nor did he want to warn him or make any deals with him. Maybe he just wanted to chat with him or something... But soon, Fang Zheng found that he had thought too simply.

"Bishop Karl."

Just when Fang Zheng was about to say goodbye, the Pope's voice suddenly sounded again.

"Could you please take these people away for a while? I have something I want to talk to Mr. Fang Zheng about alone."

……!

Hearing this, Fang Zheng's heart suddenly jumped. He had not forgotten his previous prophecy. Could it be that the one who wanted to kill him was the Pope? Oh my god, if that was the case, things would be really troublesome! What if there were only two people left and he wanted to attack me? If I fought back, it would be troublesome whether I could win or not. If I couldn't win, I would be completely finished. Even if I could win, I would probably have completely torn my relationship with the Holy Kingdom.

But...why would the Pope do this? No, would he really do this?

"commander?"

Rodney also took a step forward uneasily and asked in a low voice. Fang Zheng hesitated for a moment and then made a decision.

"Rodney, Iona, Hecate, wait for me outside."

"Okay, Commander."

Hearing Fang Zheng's order, Iona and Rodney looked at each other, then nodded and turned to leave, but Hecate stood there motionless, just staring at Fang Zheng quietly.

"Um... Miss Hecate?"

Looking at the motionless Hecate, Bishop Karl was obviously a little embarrassed. He looked at the Great Imperial Witch in front of him and didn't know what to say. But soon, the Pope's voice sounded again.

"It's okay, just let her stay here."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

After hearing the Pope's order, Bishop Karl finally breathed a sigh of relief. He certainly wouldn't be stupid enough to have a conflict with a superhuman. Since the boss above didn't intend to care about such a small matter, Karl himself wouldn't meddle. In fact, just standing next to Hecate made Karl feel full of oppression. This petite girl was not as harmless as she looked, and Karl knew this very well.

Therefore, after receiving the order, Bishop Carl immediately took Iona and Rodney away and closed the door.

“Bang.”

The heavy door slowly closed and the entire hall fell into silence. After a long while, the Pope's voice was heard again.

"Mr. Fang Zheng, could you please come to the front? I have something I want to confirm."

Damn, what's up with this flag requirement that seems like the boss is about to make a move?

Hearing this, Fang Zheng raised his eyebrows, and Hecate behind him also tightened his grip on the staff. But in the end, Fang Zheng still signaled Hecate not to act rashly, and then he slowly walked forward.

One step, two steps, three steps...

Fang Zheng stopped in front of the curtain and looked at the figure opposite through the curtain. Soon, the Pope's voice sounded again.

"Thank you for your cooperation, Mr. Fang Zheng. Um... let me... um...? Mr. Fang Zheng, you are not a human being, right?"

"so what?"

Fang Zheng did not find it strange at all that the Pope could reveal his true identity. His current body was the incarnation of a giant dragon, which might deceive ordinary people, but it was different for an existence like the Pope. Having said that, Fang Zheng was not surprised that the other party could discover his true identity, but it would be very strange if he could not.

“As expected… huhuhu… hehehe…”

Hearing Fang Zheng's answer, the Pope muttered to himself in a low voice, and then actually let out a creepy laugh.

Oh my god, this plot is becoming more and more like a prelude to the big boss starting a war!

"let me see!"

Suddenly, along with this voice, Fang Zheng saw a black shadow flash before his eyes, and the next moment a figure appeared in front of Fang Zheng and grabbed his arm!

Oh my god!

If the other party hadn't taken any further action, Fang Zheng would have almost been defeated!

“Hmm…Hmm…”

In front of Fang Zheng was a girl with smooth golden curly hair, who looked about 16 or 17 years old. She had fair skin and a pretty face, and was wearing an elegant dress. The girl grabbed Fang Zheng's arm with one hand, wrinkled her cute little nose, and sniffed at his chest.

What's going on? Is this girl the Pope? Are you kidding me? And what do you smell on me? I just took a shower before I came here!

"Hmm... This smell is not that of those mixed-haired colorful dragons, but it is not the smell of a metal dragon either... Wait, let me smell it... This feeling... The power of time... You are a time dragon!? You are a time dragon, right?!"

At this moment, the girl's voice no longer gave people the feeling of being unable to tell her age as when she was pretending to be in "Pope mode". On the contrary, her voice was quite clear and pleasant, sounding like a bird singing in the woods.

“Ah… um…”

Although he didn't know what the girl in front of him was like, Fang Zheng nodded. After receiving Fang Zheng's answer, the girl clenched her fists excitedly and jumped up.

"That's great! I never thought I could find such a great partner!"

While shouting, the girl rushed towards Fang Zheng, trying to hug him in her arms. But before the girl succeeded, Hecate stretched out her staff with a sullen face, blocking Fang Zheng and the girl, forcibly separating them.

"Wait, what are you doing?"

The girl was obviously dissatisfied with Hecate's actions, while Fang Zheng looked at the girl in front of him, not knowing how to react.

"I say, Your Holiness, what on earth is this..."

"Ah... don't call me Your Holiness. Since we are all the same kind, don't be restrained. Just call me by my name. My name is Cardani, and you can call me Kani. This way it seems closer."

"Kani?"

Seeing the Pope, who had been so high and mighty just now, now grinning and patting his shoulder, Fang Zheng felt that his brain was not enough.

"You said the same kind... Could it be..."

Before he finished speaking, Fang Zheng saw the girl's eyes suddenly turn into burning eyes, like the sun. Among the giant dragons, only one species has such eyes.

"You are... a golden dragon?"

“That’s right!”

The girl clapped her hands vigorously, then she excitedly grabbed Fang Zheng again.

"By the way, Fang Zheng, is it okay for me to call you by your name? Then stop talking nonsense. I only have one thing I want to ask you."

"What's up?"

"It's simple. Are you interested in being my partner?"

“…Huh?”