Chapter 642: We are the orthodox
Inside the cave.
Next to an altar with a two-faced stone statue, several people stood facing each other. Under the candlelight, their shadows were stretched on the wall in strange shapes.
"Since we can't come to an agreement, let's just mind our own business."
"It all depends on your ability."
"I don't think it's necessary to do this. Isn't it better to follow the tradition?"
One of them spoke up: "I heard that many followers of the [Extinction Incarnation] have been arrested recently... Bifrons, your [Street Light Society] is doing this and is causing the Old Gods to counterattack. We will also be affected."
"That's right." Another shadow demon also echoed: "The tradition of demons has always been to act in secret, leaving the gods to the gods and the demons to the demons. After all, we borrowed their believers and population... Openly dealing with the believers of the old gods, this is what you did wrong, Bifrons."
"Stop it, Bifrons. I know you are quite powerful now. With the help of the shell of the Two-Faced Door God, you have gathered many believers and performed many demonic rituals, right? But you have to leave us some space and a way out, otherwise it will be too ugly and attract the God Yao, and we will all die."
"That is, everything in moderation."
Facing the questioning of the Shadow Demons, Bifrons' eyes swept across the faces of his fellow demons: "I know that everyone has complaints about my recent actions. Whether you are really worried about safety issues, or are simply jealous, or don't want me to dominate alone, I understand."
"As you know, God Yao allows the existence of other gods. Since believers of the old gods can roam in kingdoms that do not belong to them, why can't demons? We just want to determine what role demons play in this world."
"I think so."
Bifrons said slowly, "Demons have long been hostile and besieged by the gods. We are no more powerful than some of the old gods in terms of followers and power. Why don't we unite to punish those old gods who fight alone and convert their followers?"
"Are you crazy? How is that possible! That's courting death!"
The shadow demons were startled.
"Think about it, everyone."
Bifrons spoke slowly, "What the old gods can give to their believers, we can also give. Everyone present, who doesn't know the rituals of worshipping gods? Most gods are high above, while demons are closer to the common people, aren't they?"
"Most gods would be like us, able to see through and understand every civilian, to find out their most hidden weaknesses and desires?"
"Which one of us here is not multi-talented? Demons not only have unique powers, but also possess profound and unique knowledge, including astronomy and geography, rhetoric, medicine, mining, mathematics and engineering... Otherwise, how could we deceive people and influence so many civilians?"
After these words, the shadow demons' expressions eased a little.
"But this is not a reason to publicly disclose the identity and whereabouts of the demon and fight openly with those old gods..."
“That’s not an excuse, that’s our advantage.”
Bifrons opened his arms and patiently explained: "What the old gods can give, we can give, and what the old gods can't do, we can do. If we compete for believers from the initial stage, we are far better than most gods."
"So I propose to form a [Demon Association] to unify the demons of the entire Mystic Kingdom. We will refine and deepen the power of the demons, and then find those believers of the Old Gods. Not only will we gain power from their sacrificial rituals, but we will also turn some of them into our demon believers."
Bifrons smiled slightly: "You should know that belief in demons is actually much stronger than belief in gods, and it is easier to develop. Because there are far fewer noble and pure people in this world than those who are half good and half bad and purely bad, and the latter two groups of people are our most important targets."
The shadow demons remained silent.
"Then, those who are willing to join the [Devil's Association] please stay and discuss in detail. Those who are not willing will not be forced, please leave."
The four demons chose to leave.
Only two remained.
Bifulongs turned around and asked, "Mr. Anluoxian and Mr. Kuafu, do you agree with my idea?"
An Luoxian wears a golden lion mask and has golden hair. There is a unique seal tattooed on his neck, and there is a layer of red skin under the gray fog.
He said in a hoarse voice: "I am interested in what you said about using knowledge to expand the audience."
Beverons was not surprised.
An Luoxian is a special kind of demon. He is an almighty naturalist who can enhance his power by granting knowledge to his demon followers. For him, knowledge is power, and spreading knowledge is the fastest way to increase his own strength.
Many gods hate An Luoxian very much, because his existence will make many believers in the Kingdom of God become more intelligent, so that they will start to think about themselves and the world, and may even evolve into questioning the gods. This is something that the gods cannot accept.
However, he also has his flaws.
It is not convenient for An Luoxian to appear in the human world directly, because seeing his eyes full of fire, mortals are easily shocked and blinded. Therefore, An Luoxian must rely on possessing a host to act, which is not as convenient as Bi Fulongs.
But in the country of mysticism where conditions are relaxed on all sides, An Luoxian is a very good collaborator.
Kuafu said: "I need to observe the sun. It is important for me to have more people measure and chase the sun with me."
"I just don't understand why you are so sure and confident that we can fight against the old gods?"
Kuafu was tall, and in the underground cave, he had to bend over with his back almost touching the stalactites on the cave ceiling.
His hair was disheveled, his beard was thick, and snakes were wrapped around his hands. His strong upper body could be vaguely seen through the gray fog. Kuafu's seal was in the center of his chest.
"I'll explain why later."
Bifrons changed the subject: "Let's discuss some details about the Demon Association."
"As far as I know, Mr. An Luoxian, you have established an organization called the Seeking Knowledge Society, right? What is the general situation?"
“It’s very bad.”
An Luoxian said in a low voice: "There are less than ten people in the entire club, and the number is still decreasing."
"Not many people are really interested in the astronomy, astrology, music, arithmetic, geometry, grammar, rhetoric, etc. that I teach. The Secret Kingdom lacks a continuous unified civilization, and the thirst for knowledge in various regions is not strong."
"They are only interested in things related to occult magic or spells, such as mysticism or symbology. However, when people learn that these basics take a long time to learn and may not be transformed into powerful power, most of them give up."
There was a fire burning in his eyes. "The Mystic Kingdom is a knowledge desert! These knowledge and wisdom that other civilizations consider invaluable, they only say 'what's the use' and 'none of my business'... Sometimes I really want to burn these brainless idiots to death!"
Bifrons quickly comforted him, saying, "The Mystic Kingdom is like this. We can't expect too much from them. In other words, because most civilians are short-sighted and eager for quick success, we demons have more room to play and compete with the old gods for faith..."
"Mr. Kuafu, how is the situation over there?"
"As always, there are many people worshipping the sun, whether it is the sun god or related strange and special objects... the people here still continue the primitive worship of the sun."
Kuafu said in a loud voice: "If I want to measure the sun, I have to keep running on the ground and measure the sun's shadows in different areas. My host has good physical strength, so I can use his body to run."
"But this will be very conspicuous and will soon be noticed and investigated. It will be very dangerous if it is discovered."
Bifrons asked, "Are you going to measure the sun?"
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"Determine the trajectory of the sun in this world, and then calculate the boundaries of this world."
Kuafu did not hide his thoughts. He gestured with his hands: "Measuring the sun is to use the sun to survey the entire world, so as to determine the position and source of all things. This is a way of observation. The sun is the most important observation tool in the world."
Beverons was in awe.
“If I can mobilize more people who believe in me to run, the ability to survey the sun will be stronger, and they can become stronger in the process.”
The giant Kuafu lamented, "It's a pity that I have so few followers. There are too few people willing to run for a long time under the sun, and to get power feedback, you need to keep moving for a long time. I don't dare to run for a long time, so they can't gather together."
Beavers found out about these two people.
They were in a dilemma and struggling because of their special abilities, so they were willing to try it on their own. Other demons with simple and crude abilities would not be interested in banding together.
Not bad.
Just as Bifrons continued to understand the needs of the two shadow demons, a dark figure in a coat appeared on the wall.
The man walked from outside to the altar, revealing the appearance of a werewolf under the candlelight.
The giant Kuafu and the lion-faced Anluxian both stared at the newcomer warily.
Senior Agent Lodge told Beverons, "It's all taken care of."
Beverons smiled and said, "As expected of the Investigation Bureau, they act very quickly."
"This time, we requested air and ground support from the Resurrection Kingdom's Bone Dragon Legion to ensure that they can be killed quickly. The bodies of a total of four shadow demons have been stored in crystal structures, and their storage time is limited. Here."
Rocky handed him a sheepskin bag, which made a clanging sound.
"Thanks for your hard work."
Bifulongs took the bag and confirmed the crystal structure inside: "Let's have tea together next time when we are free."
"No problem." After completing the handover, the werewolf agent turned around and left, quickly disappearing into the darkness.
“…”
The two shadow demons looked as if they wanted to say something but hesitated, their eyes staring straight at the sheepskin bag in Bifrons' hand.
Inside were the four shadow demons that had walked out earlier.
"As you can see." Bifrons smiled and said, "I am a legal demon authorized by Lord Yao. With Lord Yao's consent, I am responsible for establishing the [Demon Association] to give cooperative demons legal registration and Yao clan rights. This is also the reason why I am not afraid of the old gods. Are you two relieved now?"
An Luo hesitated for a moment: "I don't understand, that..."
He pointed to the sky and said, "Why are demons allowed to roam in the Kingdom of God? Demons cannot be transformed into apostles or gods. This is really abnormal."
Beverons said only one sentence.
"Under Lord Yaoshen's command, there are not only the Curse Clan, but also Shadow Demons like me... and Feathered People."
The two shadow demons looked horrified.
Then they were immediately relieved.
He could even recruit the terrifying winged people as his subordinates, so it would be very easy for this God Yao to recruit a few shadow demons.
"Well, welcome to the Demon Association."
Bifrons said: "We will all be working together from now on. We will deal with those demons who are not in line with the rules and regulations, as well as the old gods who monitor this world."
"Everyone, in the country of esoteric arts, we are the orthodox and the landlords. This time, it is our turn as the demons to arrest and control the illegal gods who sneaked in."
The two shadow demons knew there was no turning back, so they nodded.
(End of this chapter)