It's hard to believe that he and Cheng Gujian are the same age... but this also proves one point well: no matter how powerful a "chosen one" is, they seem unable to escape the ravages of time.
"Get up."
The Pope nodded slightly, but his tone became stern. "As for talking to them... you should handle this matter carefully, after all, this is not the only path we can take."
"Don't be timid and hesitant just because you're afraid, understand?"
Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes widened—who wouldn't understand the subtext? It was clear he was saying that if things truly reached an irreconcilable point, he agreed to use force…
Of course, it wouldn't be wrong to call it a warning. The first part of the speech was a warning to the two knights, Ji and Pu, while the second part was directed at Lu Baiyan, implying that his approach was too lenient.
"yes."
Everyone responded in unison.
...
"The Vatican has finally made a move?"
Inside the mansion, Xu Shi lay on a recliner in the courtyard, chuckling as he looked at the intelligence report that had been handed to him.
The intelligence was naturally given to him by Cheng Gujian—he didn't need to worry about that at all. After so many years of open and covert struggles, it would be impossible for the two sides not to have planted spies in each other.
But he didn't care. Anyway, he did everything openly. What could they possibly find out?
However, it's still worthwhile to keep track of the other party's movements; knowing yourself and your enemy is the key to victory in every battle.
"And what about you? What are your plans?"
Xia Ke'an popped out from behind him, rested her head on his shoulder, and asked.
"So you don't even call me 'Dad' anymore?"
Xu Shi's expression was quite exaggerated, as if he felt that his daughter had grown up but was no longer close to him.
"Then you should do something that a father should do."
The older woman rolled her eyes at him and retorted, "Let's get down to business. What are your plans now?"
"So, what are your plans...? Look, here you go."
Xu Shi stopped arguing with her about how to address her and handed her a stack of papers on the table beside him. “I’ve already compiled those charlatan’s rhetoric. Now the Holy Fire Cat Cult can open as many branches as it wants without any problem. We can retire with honor and just show up when the time is right.”
"...Who told you that?!"
The white-haired loli paused for a moment, then bit his ear.
"What are you doing? Are you a dog? Shouldn't the Holy Maiden of the Cat Cult be a cat?"
"Where did this zodiac sign come from? Can't you be serious for once?"
"There's no need for that."
Xu Shi smiled and stopped teasing her. "Let them do what they want... I know without Cheng Gujian's information that this must be Lu Baiyan's idea."
"Why?"
"Because he's the only Templar Knight left in the main city who has a brain."
Xu Shi had already reviewed these people's files and had a certain understanding of each person's behavior patterns. "Who else could it be, Ji Bochang or Park Guochang?"
It's even less likely that Luo Yu could do that; if he had that level of skill, he wouldn't have caused such a scene on Silver Pine Island.
"Oh? Then why don't you think it's that redhead?"
Noticing that he seemed to have overlooked someone, Xia Ke'an blinked and teased, "What's his name again... Qin Yiyan?"
"She's a big-breasted, brainless woman."
Xu Shi gave his evaluation without any reservations.
"Haha, I have a feeling it was deliberately not included in the calculation?"
The older woman persisted, "You're itching to become her maid, aren't you?"
"How did you learn this trick too?"
Xu Shi was speechless. "I already said that I was forced into it by you guys. I never had such thoughts at all, okay?"
"Come on, who would believe that?"
The white-haired loli scurried up to him, narrowed her eyes, and scrutinized him, "Dare to say you don't like big breasts, huh?"
"...That's just one of my many hobbies."
The bad man gave an ambiguous answer, while glancing at Xia Ke'an repeatedly, "Of course, you're not very good at this."
"Isn't that obvious?"
The old lady was so angry she laughed. "If I looked like her, wouldn't I be a monster?"
"You won't be all the same when you grow up."
Xu Shi spread his hands, his eyes full of pity.
"...Xu Shi!"
These words struck a nerve with the white-haired loli, and without saying a word, she switched into her mature woman form with a bang.
"Open your eyes and take a good look. What's wrong with me?"
"Just looking at it isn't enough; you have to handle it and experience it for yourself..."
"Will this ever end?! Go to hell!"
As they spoke, the two of them started laughing and joking around.
The poor recliner couldn't support the weight of two people and collapsed with a crack.
Just then, the courtyard gate creaked open.
"Long time no see, did you miss me?"
Xia Wuyou walked in with a joyful heart.
But when she saw the situation in the yard, her whole being instantly turned black and white.
She was summoned by Xu Shi, of course, and she was on a mission.
The other party also said they had prepared a surprise for her, but wouldn't say what it was, which made her imagine all the way there.
And what was the result?
What did I see?
"Xu Shi, is this the surprise you prepared for me?!"
The black cube is making a limited-time return (humorous).
(End of this chapter)
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