13 Mink Street

The high priest smiled.

"hehe."

"hehe."

"hehe."

A high priest is reading a book and turning the pages from time to time; a high priest is holding a cigar and exhaling smoke; and another high priest is looking at the latest information sent and making a report.

"It seems that I underestimated that person's strength and overestimated the strength of the temple."

"Some of the old people in the temple probably haven't woken up yet."

"If taking a nap and turning over can solve the problem, you see whether they wake up or not. In essence, it still feels that incomplete awakening cannot solve the problem...or, it may not solve the problem even if they fully awaken."

"In addition, a real god appeared on Mink Street. It is not a clone illusion or a spiritual imprint. I never expected that the first returning god would be him."

"No, it's hard to say whether he is a returning god. Our Lord's barrier has not collapsed yet. The first batch of returning gods can only be the two gods of life who are about to come in the Black Sea area of ​​the Garden of Life and the Ogu I teach. Leif, of course, might come back with him if there are any remaining gods from the fratricidal war.”

"So, how did this person come out? Could it be that he has been hiding and waiting for the opportunity to appear?"

"If we really talk about hiding, the main god of the Crypt Cult, the God of the Crypt, should be the real one hiding. I have long wondered whether He could have foreseen this thing that the gods cannot come out of an era in advance. Ji Yuan, we have made preparations to hide early.”

"Yes, and considering the good relationship between the branch gods of the Crypt branch and our Lord back then, it is difficult not to doubt that it was the instruction from the Crypt God. Gods can also talk about favors and compromises between gods."

"What about this person now? If he wasn't hiding, how did he come?"

"I think it may still be related to my lord. The betrayal of Ogurev and other branch gods of our order has accelerated the return of the gods. Maybe my lord will make some arrangements in advance because of this.

Otherwise, you can't explain why that god appears in Mink Street, and he is clearly on the same side as that god. "

"We will get the answer to this right away. We are going to the temple soon. Then we can find out the attitude of the god from his attitude. I think the question can be simpler. The past events are not used. Don’t delve too deeply into it, just focus on the present moment.”

"Summon that Karen back and ask him in detail?"

"No, he still needs to be responsible for finishing the matters on Mink Street."

"Foden's work has been done. I think there is no need for him to come back and report in a hurry. Let him go to Mink Street first to assist little Foden."

"Little Foden, haha, I don't see how he looks like Foden, but sometimes I think he looks like me when I look at you."

"So, can his status as an orphan really hold up?"

"Hey, don't forget, the one who has gone to the temple now is only from a family of judges within the sect. In our eyes, there is not much difference between this kind of background and an orphan."

"Okay, no more chatting. We are almost at the temple. Things have been pushed to this point. Let's see if I can take the next step. I really want to see him. You guys, take the first step."

"Um."

"good."

The two Nortons nodded, then reached out and slapped their foreheads respectively, committing suicide without hesitation.

After committing suicide, their bodies began to dissolve, and together with the blood, they rejoined the body of Norton who was reading the book.

Norton put down the book, stood up, and adjusted his high priest's robe.

A previous conversation can be understood as his inner thinking, but this kind of thinking is more "realistic".

And his clone can commit suicide simply and neatly, not because he has good control, nor because his clone does not have self-awareness. Without self-awareness, this "discussion" would not exist;

The real reason is that the self-awareness is too high, and each other agrees with their goals and ideals, so they can sacrifice themselves without hesitation.

There is no difference between the original person and the clone in Norton. Perhaps, the real original person may have committed suicide long ago.

Luan Jia is coming.

The high priest came out, and Captain Da'an stood at the foot of the steps.

"You have worked hard."

"No hard work, great priest."

The knights currently stationed outside the temple are not Da'an's direct descendants, but they can still temporarily complete the secondment of the leader, and at the same time, they can ignore the distress signals from the temple within a door.

What is reflected here is that the high priests now have a deep grasp of the power of the Holy See. Cutting off the extending hands of the temple is not just an abstract adjective.

Just like this time, no matter how hysterical the temple is, it can't mobilize any of the established forces of the Holy See.

"Open the door."

"Yes, high priest."

Da'an immediately gave the order, and hundreds of armored giants pulled apart the chains on the Gate of Order.

Yes, that's right, after learning that the shadow that had successfully passed through the Gate of Order had entered, the high priest immediately issued the order to "close the door".

Let this chaos be physically framed within the temple.

For a foreigner, this is simply unbelievable behavior. The Holy See actually dares to lock the door of the temple. Of course, even within the Cult of Kosmos, this is the first time in countless years.

In the past, even if there was a conflict between the high priest and the temple at that time, it would not go to the extent of actually using manual chains.

But Norton didn't care.

Standing in front of the Door of Order, he even felt that the door was too big. It was better to lock it completely and open a small door or a small teleportation formation next to it to maintain basic access.

Anyway, the temple has a vast area, and there are also small worlds with various natural environments. The elders can cultivate their own crops in it, and they can also hunt if they want to make tooth sacrifices.

When the Holy See needs it, just give them a list or number of people, and arrange for the corresponding elders to be sent out.

The extra exchanges and influences are unnecessary and meaningless, and too much aura will only make them lost. This kind of life of complete isolation and self-reliance makes it easier to activate the "wildness" of the elders. It helps to maintain professional abilities and ensure combat status. After all, it is better to train in captivity than in the wild.

The Gate of Order was opened, and a neat military formation entered first, followed by cavalry and falcons, quickly expanding the control area.

The high priest walked into the temple. When he saw the chaos and devastation in the temple, he couldn't help but smile.

Seeing this, Mobiteng could only silently move his body directly in front of the high priest to cover up this inappropriate expression.

But soon, Mobiteng realized that what he was doing was in vain, because the high priest behind him laughed.

Not only did he not try to hide it, but he also wanted to show it openly.

This incident was like giving him a pillow when he fell asleep. His path to centralization could finally enter the temple.

The last time the temple was bombed, he was not the high priest. This time, he must seize the opportunity. At the very least, he must take the apparent power and position of the temple into his own hands and make it the best priest in history. Something that could be done.

When the priests in the temple saw the arrival of the Order Knights, they all expressed their excitement to see the savior. Especially after seeing the chariot that symbolized the majesty of the high priest, they all began to worship and pray.

Da'an: "Great Priest, please wait here for a moment, my subordinates..."

The high priest raised his hand: "I can't hear any movement anymore. Obviously the matter is over."

"But that person may not have been arrested, otherwise these priests shouldn't have such expressions."

"It doesn't matter. At least, that person should have vented his anger and should calm down now, so we can talk."

Three temple elders accompanied the prophet and flew over. The prophet said: "High Priest, let the knights arrest the people."

"Prophet, have you predicted what will happen today?"

"The high priest and 'prophet' are just positions in the temple. I am not good at divination."

"But as the leader of the temple, you should have the most basic long-term vision before making a decision."

"High Priest, what do you mean?"

"I mean, you're not qualified for this position."

"High Priest, are you impatient to reach into the temple now?"

"Well, yes, I think the temple needs more qualified leaders. I think that ordinary priests are not necessarily only responsible for the middle and lower levels of work in the temple. For the current results, as the promoter of the event, you, the prophet, should take full responsibility.

Where is the chief guard of the temple? Has he fallen? "

The prophet said nothing, and a temple elder next to him responded: "The guard captain did not die."

"The temple has become like this, and it's really interesting that he hasn't died yet. He is no longer suitable for this position. I think the security of the temple should be coordinated with the knights outside the temple, so as not to waste manpower.

Daan. "

"The great priest, my subordinates are here."

"From today on, the Knights' residence will be changed to the temple."

"Yes, high priest."

This is not a consultation, but a direct appointment.

The prophet said: "High Priest, the temple has always respected you. Please don't..."

"As long as you're happy, you can threaten me."

The prophet was startled and finally closed his mouth.

The high priest asked: "Where is that person?"

A temple elder replied: "In the temple."

The temple that is called the temple can only be that location.

The high priest asked: "He kidnapped the Oracle?"

Because only the Oracle can open the door to that palace.

"No, he took out the Oracle's heart."

"Haha." The high priest smiled, "Three of them have seriously neglected their duties. I really don't know what to say."

The high priest looked at Da'an, then at Mobiteng, and then he flew up.

Da'an raised his arm, signaling the knights to stop advancing and stay put.

Mobiteng also ordered the escort to stay where they were. This time, even he himself did not choose to follow.

The prophet looked at the figure of the high priest and asked, "Where are you going?"

"I'll go see him."

The prophet took a deep breath. It could be seen that he was very angry, but he had nowhere to vent.

If the high priest really succeeds in solving this problem, then the temple will inevitably fall from above the Holy See to below the Holy See in the future.

He was unwilling to face such a situation, but he had to admire the high priest's move.

The high priest flew to the front of the temple. On the outside, the chief guard of the temple led a group of elders to surround him.

On the steps inside, there was an old man sitting, with the war sickle put aside. He seemed to be deep in thought.

The oracle who lost his heart is not dead. He is still making seals with his hands, preparing to open the seal here, but his movements are very slow. I don't know whether it is really because of his weakness after losing his heart, or because he does not have his original intention. Willing to break the ban too early.

Because after the ban is lifted, there will definitely be a second round of fighting.

"The Great Sacrifice."

"The Great Sacrifice."

The chief guard of the temple and the oracle saluted the high priest, and the other elders followed suit.

"I have discussed with the prophet. From now on, the Holy See will be responsible for taking over some of the temple's affairs, so as to reduce your pressure."

The head guard of the temple smiled bitterly and said, "You are a bit unkind."

The high priest smiled and said: "You gave me the opportunity. I would be a little embarrassed if I didn't accept it."

Delimon, the chief guard of the temple, had known Norton since he was a temple elder before he took up this position, which is somewhat similar to the superficial relationship between Karen and Ukonjia now.

The oracle didn't look too depressed. He looked at the person sitting on the steps inside, then at the high priest standing in front of him, and said:

"Praise the great God of Order. I can only think that this is an arrangement made by the Lord. It should be our behavior that offended our Lord, which caused the current disaster."

This can be regarded as a legal embellishment for the high priest to take over the temple. At the same time, it is also based on their last bit of dignity.

If the temple could resolve the matter on Mink Street, then everything would naturally remain as usual; but now that things have deteriorated to this point, and they happen to meet this powerful high priest blessed by the aura of Tiranus...

The best outcome would be to characterize this incident as a struggle within the church over different lines.

The prophet also knew this, so he did not engage in fierce resistance when the high priest clearly proposed to seize power.

They even had to make "friendly modifications" to Dis's behavior and identity. When Dis had destroyed the temple and left the temple helpless, they judged him as an apostate and a heretic, and those who were beaten were their own. Face.

This matter is destined to be recorded in the history books of the religion.

The high priest stretched out his hand, a circle of light rippled away, and an entrance appeared for one person to pass through.

When the oracle and the elders saw this, they were not too surprised. Instead, they all breathed a sigh of relief and saluted again:

"Greetings to Lord Tiranus and meeting to the high priest."

"Greetings to Lord Tiranus and meeting to the high priest."

The seal that only the oracles of the past could open was opened by this high priest. This was the first time that Norton officially revealed his identity as the inheritor of Tiranus to the outside world.

This can be regarded as greatly appeasing the emotions of the elders from the side, making them feel that they are not controlled by the Holy See, but have returned to the arms of Tiranus.

After the high priest entered, the door was closed again.

He walked slowly towards the steps and looked at Dis sitting on it with a big smile on his face.

Dis did not stand up to salute, but just looked at him.

The high priest sat down at the bottom of the steps, turned sideways, facing Dis who was sitting diagonally above him, and asked:

"I don't know how many things my messenger Karen has said to you."

"That's a lot to say."

"I don't know how many promises my messenger Karen has given you."

"no promises."

"I recognize his ability to do things. In fact, I didn't want to send him there originally, but I changed my mind temporarily, but he didn't want to."

"He's a good kid."

"Yes, no one among the young people of the same age group in the church, including the Son of God, can compare to him. Well, even if the prefix of the same age group is not added, it is still the same. How do you think I should reward him?"

Obviously, in a few words of exchange, the high priest grasped the key point, but Dis did not bother to hide this key point.

"I said, how about letting him be the high priest?"

At this time, Old Huofen's voice came out, and a book turned the pages behind Dis, and then revealed a human form. He sat next to Dis, looking at the high priest sitting below, like a buyer in the market. Dishes were haggled on both sides.

"I think this kid Karen is very suitable for your position."

The high priest hesitated for a moment, then smiled and said:

"Seaforth also said that the notebook was lost..."

"It is indeed lost." Old Huofen nodded, "For them, anything that is not under their control is lost."

"Can I ask what your relationship is?"

Old Hoven pointed at Dis, then at himself, and said, "What kind of relationship can we have? It's just a traditional friendship between order and principles."

"Okay, I understand, but you seem to admire Karen?"

"He is my grandson."

The high priest's eyes narrowed slightly and asked: "My biological child?"

If he is his biological child, then there is a reasonable explanation for Karen's identity and excellence. There is even a reason for his initiative on this mission.

Old Huofen said slightly excitedly: "Now, it can be said that we are closer than our biological children!"

The high priest nodded, that is because he thought too much and just recognized it.

This is normal, just look at Foden's attitude towards Karen. An outstanding young man is indeed easily appreciated by the old guys, and Karen seems to have this quality that attracts the love of the old guys.

Piro's group of retired old priests were willing to run the business for him, and Lian Ukonga was even willing to fight for him.

Attracting the affection of a weapon spirit... seems to be reasonable.

It's really difficult to complete this kind of near-death mission perfectly without showing some charisma.

In short, even with the wisdom of the high priest, he would not connect Karen with the Dis in front of him.

Because you can't explain it at all: Grandpa fell asleep after blowing up the temple, and grandson worked hard to get promoted in the Cult of Kosmos... What kind of logic is this?

The high priest looked at Dis and asked, "I know that you are very dissatisfied with the Lord."

"That's the God of Order I raised."

The high priest was not surprised by this insult, but asked again: "What do you think of the return of the gods?"

"The Lord does not want to see them return."

The high priest pointed outside the ban: "Then you are more pious to order than they are."

Dis pointed inside, where was the pit where the temple elders of all generations sacrificed themselves: "I don't think so."

"This is not a contradiction." The high priest said, "The sacrifices of the sages of the past generations are undoubtedly great. They have integrated themselves into this godless world of order, but this does not affect this generation of them when hope is visible. , ambition and wavering arose in my heart, but in the end, it can still be educated.”

Dis remained silent and did not respond.

The high priest continued: "Everything is business as usual in Luojia City, what do you think?"

"good."

"I don't think you need the rest. After all, you gave up the chance to become a god."

Dis stood up and nodded to the high priest as a salute:

"Meet the high priest."

The high priest also stood up and returned the gift:

"Praise to the great order."

"There's something missing."

The high priest returned the gift again:

"Praise be to the great God of Order."

Dis was satisfied.

Immediately afterwards, the high priest looked at Old Huofen and asked, "Will you always treat him as your grandson?"

Old Huofen said matter-of-factly: "Does the high priest of order have the habit of talking nonsense?"

"No, I just want to confirm again."

"Um?"

“If you are really willing to treat him as a grandson, then I can indeed promise you to train him as my successor;

However, there is a prerequisite, that is, both of us need to make this matter public. "

"The high priest of order, is he so ambitious?"

Old Huofen understood the intention of the high priest.

The personal notes of the God of Principles are the supreme token of the Principle God religion, and their status far exceeds that of artifacts. It can be said that it is the manifestation of the true will of the God of Principles.

If Karen can be designated as the inheritor by it, it will be equivalent to being recognized by the God of Principles and possessing the highest legal status.

If Karen becomes the high priest of the Religion of Kosmos in the future, then he will not only have sufficient strength and background, but also take into account the legal basis to make a claim against the Religion of Principles.

This is simply the best foundation for the plan of the Religion of Order to annex the Religion of Principle.

"What do you think?"

The high priest continued to ask.

"I……"

Old Huofen was caught in a tangle. If Karen had any other identity, even if he was a believer in another divine religion, he would be indifferent. But it was Order. Order had such ambitions and abilities.

Dis said: "After all, we are not biological."

Old Huofen immediately glared and shouted:

"make a deal!"