Bilodis also wanted to leave that very night, but according to Xu Ling and Kaopu, it would be several days before they arrived in Hope City, and their arrival time might even be delayed.
There's no point in going to Hope City so early; it's better to plan things out properly in the Barren Lands.
Bilodis shifted her gaze from Emerald to the red-haired youth who had somehow come to rest under the tree and the Moonlight Silver Wolf.
I can take this time to get a good look at Karl again...
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After hanging up, Xu Ling couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief, even though her points were instantly cleared.
This matter has finally been resolved satisfactorily!
Next...
Xu Ling asked Kaopu, "Should I tell Miller?"
Although the plan with the God of Light was like this before, it was just a plan at the time, and no real measures were taken. Now that the decision is made, it is necessary to talk to Miller about it.
Okay, let's also confirm the route for the rest of the journey!
In this regard, reliability is neither good nor bad; in any case, once the matter is resolved, we should inform the other party.
So the kitten shrugged and said, "Whatever."
Seeing that it was reliable and she didn't object, Xu Ling looked up at the sky. Although a lot had happened that day, not much time had passed.
The sun was still out, but the sunlight was no longer scorching. Since there was still time, Xu Ling thought it best to tell Miller as soon as possible.
"Then I'll go find Miller."
The reliable one nodded, "Go ahead."
Xu Ling lifted her foot and left, but after leaving, she was troubled again.
Where is Miller right now?
Having no idea where he had gone, Xu Ling first went back to the place where the two had been talking, but no one was there. So she turned around and went to his room, but still no one was there!
Having exhausted all other options, she decided to search and ask along the way. Perhaps her good luck had run out when she tried to contact the Tree of Life, because despite searching and asking everywhere, not a single person knew where Bishop Miller was!
That's really strange!
Given the size of the church, where else could Miller go?
Xu Ling paused, deep in thought. She had searched almost every place she could think of, and now…
There's only one place left!
Although she wasn't entirely sure, Xu Ling still set off towards her destination.
The main hall, located in the very center of the church, is the most magnificent and imposing, simply because the God whom everyone devoutly believes in stands at the very center of the main hall—the God of Light.
The statue of the God of Light, almost two stories high, has a compassionate gaze, looking down at the devout believers who come and go, praying to Him.
However, today's situation is a little different. Xu Ling looked at the main hall, which was usually wide open and freely accessible to believers, but today it was tightly closed, refusing entry to others. This made her guess very likely.
Xu Ling stepped forward and braced her hands against the two exquisite and ornate doors as if to exert force.
The door remained completely still.
Xu Ling: ······
They overestimated their strength and underestimated the weight of the door!
She pushed again, and this time Xu Ling learned from her mistake and imbued her hands with some divine power.
The heavy doors were finally pushed open, and as she had guessed, Miller was indeed there. The rows of empty seats made the entire hall seem exceptionally spacious. Beneath the compassionate statue of the God of Light, Miller, dressed in traditional church attire, stood like a fragile white dove, his head slightly bowed, praying devoutly.
"Miller—"
The sound of the door being pushed open did not affect Miller; instead, Xu Ling's sudden shout broke the silence of the entire space.
Miller turned his head, his brows furrowed with a sharp look of being interrupted. "What is it?" Even his voice carried a hint of coldness.
Xu Ling paused in her steps, belatedly realizing that Miller was angry. She touched the bridge of her nose as if to cover it up. "The plan has changed, you know that, right?"
It was a seemingly random sentence, but fortunately Miller already knew everything from the God of Light, so he wasn't completely confused by her.
Seeing that she was talking about serious matters, Miller suppressed his displeasure and regained his usual calm. He nodded and turned to face Xu Ling, "Father God just told me..."
This is why Miller prayed here. Listening to the Father's word in front of an idol is more effective than in the countryside.
That's perfect, Xu Ling doesn't need to say anything more!
Therefore, she got straight to the point and told Miller about the plan they had already discussed, while still maintaining her previous pretense: "I've already made arrangements with my friend. What about you? When are we changing our route and setting off?"
Miller had just been informed of this matter by his father, and he never expected that Xu Ling would take several days to contact a friend whose whereabouts were uncertain. He was completely surprised by her swift and decisive actions!
How long has it been? And it's already settled?
Miller looked at Xu Ling with some suspicion, but seeing the certainty on her face, he dismissed his doubts.
but······
"Not now, it will have to wait a few days."
"Why?!" Xu Ling's eyes widened in confusion. "Weren't you in a hurry to save that half-elf? Why didn't you leave immediately?"
Was Miller's previous dilemma and pain all an act?
Miller's expression was somewhat complicated. He wasn't unaware of Xu Ling's meaning, but he didn't argue with her. He simply explained, "The mission here isn't finished yet. We can only leave after it's completed!"
The reason is actually this!
Xu Ling smiled sheepishly; she was so excited that she had forgotten she still had a mission to complete.
However, her expression immediately turned serious.
Miller was puzzled. "What's wrong? Is there something else wrong?"
“Miller,” Xu Ling called his name with a hint of seriousness, “I’ve noticed you’re much more emotional than before!”
Miller: ......
Although Xu Ling spoke in a serious tone, he still felt a strange sense of shame.
Fortunately, although Miller's emotions were much more varied than before, his facial muscles hadn't yet become so visibly agitated. His expression remained unchanged as he glanced sideways at Xu Ling: "Please call me teacher."
He was reminding Xu Ling very, very deliberately.
Xu Ling: "...I've finished speaking, so I won't bother Professor Miller any longer."
After saying that, without waiting for Miller's response, she turned and left without looking back, as fast as if she were being chased by a dog.
However, although Xu Ling acted very boldly in front of Miller at this moment, she was still somewhat uncomfortable when she met him in the following days.
Miller's reminder brought to mind the inherent class difference between her and Miller—the gap between student and teacher.
As a well-behaved student who had never rebelled against a teacher, I still feel somewhat remorseful when I think about my past behavior.
Yes, a deep-rooted fear, a fear of the teacher's punishment!
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