Chapter 278: Lanqi Didn't Say a Word
On Sunday, most people on the streets of Helrom were free from the weekend, except for the solemn temple of the Knights of Annihilation, which was still deserted and quiet.
Soon, the silence was broken by the sound of footsteps in the distance, and two figures, a man and a woman, quickly crossed the square in front of the temple.
They were not wearing the unique attire of the temple personnel of the Order of Annihilation. The young man in a long coat had a calm look but stared at the clock, while the woman in a silver skirt armor followed him leisurely.
After confirming the time, the two of them quickened their pace at the same time, as if something important was driving them.
When they were about to approach the gate, the two knights in dark grey armor guarding the gate held their spears horizontally, blocking their way.
Lanqi did not slow down. He looked directly into the knight's eyes and had a silent conversation with him with his eyes.
Maybe it was because of the aura of entitlement or because he saw the two men's faces clearly, but the guarding knight reacted quickly and let them pass, no longer blocking the two gentlemen's way.
The temple's spires and stone walls were cold and hard, but the halls within were filled with bright light.
Deep in the temple of the Knights of Annihilation, hidden behind a heavy oak door is a spacious meeting hall.
The dome is elevated and designed into a complex arched structure, which makes the whole space full of majesty. High windows are arranged on the two side walls. The window sills are made of thick lead bars and hand-made colored glass. When the sunlight shines through these exquisite glasses, it forms mottled light and shadows, as if time and history are intertwined in the hall.
In the center of the room stood a round table made of rare imperial ebony, the surface of which was polished to a mirror-smooth surface. Around it were rows of high-back chairs decorated with dark leather, on which several figures were already sitting.
In addition to the other qualified candidates in the final assessment, on one side of the round table sat a man in a dark grey suit and two high priests. The high priest wore the unique vestments of the Knights of Annihilation, with the holy seal pendant surrounded by purple light hanging on his chest.
“…”
Sander's direct soldier had a stern face and held some documents and information in his hands. His eyes passed through the hall, as if he could see through everyone's mind at a glance, and his fingers tapped lightly on the table, like a conductor waiting for the right moment.
Although it looked like the meeting could start early, it was clear that some key participants had not yet arrived.
Everyone's eyes were focused on Sandel from time to time, waiting for his judgment as the host.
There are about a few dozen seconds left until the appointed time.
If the two worst guys still haven't arrived, the meeting should proceed normally without waiting any longer.
Just as the silence in the conference room lasted for a long time, the door was opened again and two figures walked in one after another.
They did not look like any vicious criminals, and were obviously out of place with the butcher, arsonist, death singer, and eyeball collector in the room, who all had very different personalities.
Sander's direct soldier looked up at the two of them and didn't say much.
Until Lanqi and Sid took their seats in front of everyone.
"Today's meeting will be short and will be resolved in about ten minutes."
Sandel leaned back in his chair and briefly glanced at the document in his hand.
First, following the ceremony and procedures and signing the contract, the two high priests awarded the elite priest-level [Certificate of Resurrection - Nirvana] and the rule manual that the priests of the Nirvana branch need to follow to the newcomers who officially joined the Nirvana branch.
"When you accept this holy seal, you need to know that although it is not stated in the contract, if you choose to betray Bishop Silent one day, the consequence will be endless revenge and hunting. Do you understand?"
Sander's voice was cold, the corners of his mouth drooped slightly, with no trace of a smile at all.
The villains in the conference room all nodded in confirmation.
This was already figured out before they joined.
"Your work will be relatively free from now on. Recently, there won't be much logistical work in the imperial capital of Helrom that requires your help. However, at present, the north is actually very short of manpower. This is also a great opportunity for you..."
Sander continued, "In the next month, you can set out and return at any time. It's best to go in groups of two or three to the northern provinces of the empire to investigate and track down the traitors who have infiltrated the Kingdom of Estellan. The local branch will give you help, and you may be able to make a lot of achievements. It is not impossible to be directly promoted to a high priest or even a direct soldier."
"Of course, it is also possible to act alone, but you need to report to me specially because you need to hand over work to the northern branch. If you go alone to the north near the front line, you may be targeted or even replaced by senior agents of the Kingdom of Estellan. If two or three people go together, it will greatly reduce the communication cost, the probability of accidents, and the difficulty of the northern branch to identify and confirm your identity."
"Once you have decided on your itinerary, you can report it to us. We will arrange your travel expenses, accommodation, and any advance payments you may need. You don't have to worry about the money. What you need to worry about is returning empty-handed."
“…”
After listening to Sandel's speech, most of the people present exchanged glances.
By the time of the final assessment, almost everyone had a fixed partner, so there would be no doubt about what would happen next.
The only difference is——
Whether to win over the two most powerful guys.
They all seem to be people who like to work alone.
But their strength and severity are unquestionable.
However.
While the other villains were still undecided, Lanci and Sid had already looked at each other, then went straight to Sander and started filling out their itinerary. It seemed that they had already become partners chosen by each other, and even decided to travel to the north together.
Just like after the re-examination, the two of them did not stay for a second after finishing their work and left directly.
The meeting room was silent for a long time.
"Why do these two seem to have such a good relationship?"
Not only the other villains who were still in a daze, but even the two high priests became worried and asked Sander's direct soldiers beside them.
These two guys with strong self-awareness should be incompatible types anyway.
The mere desire to reach a cooperation, to agree on who will be the boss and who has the final say should be enough to cause their negotiations to break down.
"It's okay, don't worry, this is normal."
Sandel smiled calmly.
Just wait for the two of them to kill each other.
This is a good sign.
The high priests on both sides soon realized what Sandel meant.
Neither of these two guys are good people, and it is impossible for them to form a relationship of mutual trust.
However, if this cunning villain wants to defeat his opponent, he will most likely not take direct action.
They must be pretending to get along with each other and then secretly harming each other at the critical moment! Instead, they are not threatening at all.
There is no mistake in the poem, post, content, and read the book on 6, 9, and bar!
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And the other side.
The square road extends from the huge gate of the Temple of the Knights of Annihilation, and the buildings on both sides of the road appear low and empty.
The two were no longer in as much of a hurry as when they came. They just walked a few streets together until they reached the corner, and then they went in different directions.
"See you tomorrow then."
Sid raised his hand.
"When I see you at school, do I need to pretend I don't know you?"
Lanqi also waved and asked.
"It's okay, just talk to me naturally."
Sid smiled coolly and turned away.
Lanqi nodded and continued walking along the road southwards towards the Protoss Royal Academy of Magic without stopping.
I will be moving to school temporarily tomorrow to experience the long-lost campus life, but with the characteristics of the northern continent.
After leisurely turning a few street corners, there were more and more people around him, and before he knew it, the little black cat in his shadow jumped out again and crawled into his arms.
"Meow meow meow! I don't want to play with you anymore!!"
The cat boss rolled around and made a lot of noise.
As the Son of Tyrant, he is also lurking in the branch of Silence, and he is going to go to the north of the empire with Tyrant Catholicism to make trouble. This time, there is no way to wash it clean! "But Boss Cat, if I leave you in the imperial capital, will you be safe? The entire Protoss Empire is a bit weird. If we still act according to Ikerite's common sense, we may be labeled as cultists and imprisoned on the spot..."
Upon hearing this, Lanqi calmly explained the version to Boss Cat.
"Meow..."
If he thought about it carefully, it seemed that no matter where he stayed in the imperial capital, it would be safer to continue to stay with Lanqi, because the Catholic Church would indeed protect him.
"Let me make it clear first, I have not joined the Church of Resurrection, meow!"
Cat Boss makes a solemn statement.
As long as I'm not with this kid when he's on the wanted list, then everything will be fine.
"I know, I know. Just stay in my shadow."
Lanqi patted it and strolled on the street. "Hey, Mr. Cat, why do some people disguise themselves as girls so naturally, and why do some guys disguise themselves as girls so funny?"
“…”
"Who are you hinting at?"
Boss Cat looked up at Lanqi.
It felt like Lanqi never mentioned a certain name from beginning to end, but every sentence he said was about a certain name.
But it didn't know who Lanqi was referring to.
Logically speaking, apart from Sid, there is no other woman he knows who likes to disguise her age.
Lanqi smiled but said nothing.
There are some things that only heaven, earth, cats and he know. Thoughts require freedom.
(End of this chapter)