Under the night sky.
Streaks of dazzling white light flew over Tang Zheng and the others' carriages, entering "Calinsha."
Whoosh
The carriage curtain fell back into place.
Guild Master Bert Kin opened his mouth somewhat blankly, "What was that?"
The astonishing sight just now had filled him with unparalleled shock. If it weren't for the sacred aura within those lights, Guild Master Bert Kin would have thought they were under attack.
"They arrived even sooner than the time you mentioned, Guild Master," Tang Zheng said calmly with a smile.
"You mean, the Sunlight Scripture!" Guild Master Bert Kin exclaimed.
The Sunlight Scripture of the Slane Theocracy's Scripture troops is one of the very few Slane Theocracy forces known to other countries' intelligence agencies. Even so, other countries still don't know much about this unit.
After a brief pause, the two carriages continued towards "Calinsha." As they approached the city gate, the situation was completely different from when they had left.
As a fortress city, "Calinsha" was guarded by troops around the clock, despite the formidable city walls known as the "fortress" in front.
Historically, a Demi-human Race called Slashers once used their ability to change skin color and suction cups on their palms to scale the city walls secretly on a rainy night, infiltrating the Holy Kingdom.
After the tragedy of dozens of villages being destroyed, "Calinsha's" city gates were guarded day and night by a unit of elite veterans.
But now!
The city gates, which should have been closed, were not only wide open, but even the elite veterans stationed at the city gate had disappeared, replaced by knights in silver-white armor.
The position of the armor on the chest of these knights was printed with the blue emblem of the Holy Kingdom, which was not equipment that ordinary knights could wear.
It was the standard equipment of the elite Paladin Order in the Holy Kingdom!
The two carriages stopped at the city gate.
"It seems we won't be getting a good night's sleep tonight."
Tang Zheng said to Guild Master Bert Kin, who was sitting opposite him and becoming increasingly worried, and got up to pull open the curtain and step out of the carriage.
"Your Excellency Tang!" Guild Master Bert Kin suddenly said.
Tang Zheng paused in his descent and turned his head in confusion, "Hmm?"
"Prioritize your own safety above all else, even if this mission to subjugate the Undead in the Hills fails."
Guild Master Bert Kin first gave a serious reminder, then lowered his voice as he spoke, "I hope to see 'Free Will' become an Adamantite Rank Adventurer Team one day."
"I appreciate your kind words, Guild Master."
Tang Zheng replied with a smile and stepped out of the carriage.
Two "Adamantite Rank" requests, considering the danger of this incident, even far exceeded the upper limit of normal requests of that level.
Whether successful or not, the "Free Will" Adventurer Team would basically be able to steadily advance to become an "Adamantite Rank" Adventurer Team.
Provided they return alive!
After taking a deep breath, Guild Master Bert Kin's expression returned to calm, and he followed him down.
In another carriage, "Black" Pabel, "Red" Orland, and Go Gin also stepped down.
This was a carriage that had clearly been modified and reinforced, precisely to accommodate a Demi-human of Go Gin's size.
Logically, Go Gin, being closest to Tang Zheng, should have ridden in the same carriage, but considering various factors, "Black" Pabel and Orland rode with Go Gin.
In reality, it was a disguised form of surveillance.
Even though Go Gin had made his attitude sufficiently clear, the Holy Kingdom's people still maintained a considerable level of vigilance and caution towards Demi-humans.
Go Gin's conspicuous figure was clearly visible even in the darkness of night.
Several Paladins guarding the city gate immediately fixed their gaze on Go Gin, showing slight agitation but refraining from any hostile actions like drawing their swords.
Clang—clang—
A Warrior wearing the same standard armor but with an additional grayish-white cloak emerged from behind the city gate, the heavy armor emitting a low metallic grinding sound.
Especially the rhythmic "clack" of iron boots striking the ground and colliding with the knee armor, giving a sense of weighty power.
The person had a fearless face, short blond hair, and neat bangs, giving off a composed impression.
"Long time no see, Pabel, and Orland." Before the person even approached, a somewhat brisk and steady voice rang out.
"Long time no see, Gustavo," "Black" Pabel nodded.
"Red" Orland raised a hand: "Oh, it's you."
After a brief greeting, the Warrior named Gustavo arrived in front of Tang Zheng, a smile appearing on his steady face.
"Hello, Gustavo Montagnes."
"The current Vice-Captain of the Paladin Order, I represent the Holy Kingdom and the Paladin Order in thanking you for your assistance."
Vice-Captain Gustavo stopped in front of Tang Zheng, raised his right hand to his chest, and performed a Knight's salute, showing an extremely solemn attitude.
Young!
The Prime before him was much younger than he had imagined, appearing to be a person with a peaceful disposition, likely easy to get along with.
Vice-Captain Gustavo had this thought flash through his mind.
If the Adventurer's Guild could provide incorrect information, judging by appearance alone, no one would have imagined that the Prime before them possessed the strength of an Adamantite Rank Adventurer.
In terms of strength, perhaps even stronger than him!
Vice-Captain Gustavo's attitude was neither arrogant nor humble, but carried a hint of respect.
"Hello, Vice-Captain Gustavo."
Tang Zheng spoke gently, and after a simple response, he turned to look at Go Gin: "In that case, I'll return to the 'Colorless Peace' Inn first."
Currently, his temporary task was complete.
Within Calinsha, the Paladin Order and Shrine Priest Order had just arrived, and even the Sunlight Scripture troops, who were supposed to arrive tomorrow, had arrived ahead of schedule.
The Holy Kingdom's contact with the Slane Theocracy was probably still in a "chaotic" state.
Tang Zheng had no intention of joining in the fun; he represented the Adventurer's Guild, which was not weaker than any party in terms of strength, but the number of people was too small after all.
Since the Paladin Order has arrived.
Then the Paladin Order Captain Remedios, this simple-minded and "Reckless" woman should also be here.
Nigun, the captain of the [Sunlight Scripture], is not someone easy to deal with.
What Tang Zheng is most interested in is who is leading the "Shrine Priest Order"—Quartet?
Not too sure, and too lazy to guess, this matter will soon be known.
"Thank you."
Vice-Captain Gustavo inexplicably felt relieved, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
He was feeling a bit of a headache and distress over whether Tang Zheng would take the initiative to ask to see their captain next, or inquire about the subjugation plan or something.
None of these were properly prepared, and if he were to prevaricate, he was worried that Tang Zheng would feel slighted or suspicious.
Now that the other party neither asked too much nor showed an attitude of not interfering too much, Gustavo clearly perceived that the Tang Zheng in front of him was different from the Adventurers he had seen before.
"Thank you for your hard work, Team Leader Tang. I will send someone to inform you immediately if there are any developments," Vice-Captain Gustavo bowed again.
"I will return with Your Excellency Tang as well."
Guild Master Bert Kin also spoke up, following closely behind. He had already done what he needed to do, so naturally, he had no intention of staying any longer.
Late at night.
1:07 AM.
Tang Zheng returned to the inn, and the Emerald Witch and Anri greeted him immediately.
"Captain," Anri's brown eyes were filled with nervousness, "that Adamantite Rank request... what is it?"
She is no longer the ignorant little girl she used to be. The danger of this level of request makes Anri a little scared.
Not only because of the request itself, but also because she is just an ordinary person, worried that she will not be able to help at all, but will hold back Captain and Miss Emerald.
In fact, until now.
Anri still remembers that Captain said she had some kind of talent, but it has been so long.
She doesn't know what the talent Captain is talking about, and she hasn't dared to ask... afraid that it was just something Captain said casually at the time.
"Anri, this matter is a bit dangerous, if..." Tang Zheng looked at Anri, who was trying to appear calm, and raised his hand to gently rub her chestnut-gold hair.
"Captain!"
Anri spoke loudly for the first time before Tang Zheng could finish speaking, "I want to participate too, I will help!"
"You might die."
"Anri is not afraid."
Looking at Anri, who has always been gentle and weak, suddenly showing a stubborn side, Tang Zheng was silent for a while, and smiled gently: "Okay."
Anri's baby-fat cheeks showed a happy look, for fear that Tang Zheng would go back on his word, she quickly assured, "I will definitely not hold back Captain and Miss Emerald."
The Emerald Witch remained expressionless, only glancing at Anri with the corner of her eye.
After this period of contact.
The Emerald Witch found that she quite liked this somewhat kind and gentle human girl. Compared to her sister, the White Mist Witch, she was much more obedient and less troublesome.
But liking was just liking.
She still didn't think that Anri before her was a talented human, and couldn't understand why her master valued her so much.
"Before the mission starts, you two should rest well first." Tang Zheng said to the two of them. The Emerald Witch had nothing to do, and Anri was still just an ordinary person.
"Okay."
Anri nodded heavily and left the room first.
"Master, White Mist, she..." The Emerald Witch didn't leave, and whispered worriedly.
Since her master had her sister handle the affairs in the Hills, she hadn't seen her sister for a long time. Now, hearing about the large number of Undead appearing in the Hills.
Even if it was within the master's plan, she was still a little worried.
"She can come back after this is over, she's still useful to me." Tang Zheng said calmly.
Compared to his attitude towards Anri.
Tang Zheng was much colder towards the Twin Witches, and it was precisely this attitude that reassured the Emerald Witch.
The two of them knew too many of their master's secrets. Compared to words like "safe" and "reassured," which had an emphasis.
"Useful to the master" was more reassuring to the Twin Witches.
The soft light of Eternal Light.
Illuminated the room brightly, the night outside the window was deep, and the continuous days of cloudy weather caused the moonlight to become very dim.
Tang Zheng sat on the sofa, a thoughtful look on his face, constantly recalling the entire process of the incident, checking for omissions and filling in gaps.
"No problems for now."
"The only flaw is on Lizardman Kuruche. But the White Mist Witch is there, plus the remaining ties of the Lizardmen clan in the Great Swamp."
"Lizardman Kuruche knows what to do."
Tang Zheng reflected on the omissions and gaps, and his heart was settled.
After all, the people he was currently in contact with were not fools. Even if they might not think too much due to their limited knowledge, Tang Zheng needed to eliminate these doubts in advance.
After the Hills incident.
The Holy Kingdom, the Slane Theocracy, and the Adventurer's Guild, which had temporarily suppressed this matter, would definitely spread and publicize it, letting more people know.
The 'Free Will' Adventurer Team could also use this incident to leapfrog and become an "Adamantite Rank" Adventurer Team.
That's right!
The Alliance Leader would definitely lose.
This wasn't Tang Zheng's plan to directly kill the Alliance Leader with hard power. Not to mention the Holy Kingdom's side, since the [Sunlight Scripture] had been dispatched, the Slane Theocracy must have made complete preparations.
In the future, when facing Warrior Captain Gazef, they would even be willing to use the sealed Magic Crystal storing "7th Tier·Angel Summoning".
This time, facing the legendary Undead Death Knight in the eyes of people from a Different World, the Slane Theocracy shouldn't be so stingy.
At least.
Tang Zheng felt that the Alliance Leader's chances of winning were indeed not high.
It was precisely because of this that Tang Zheng suspected that the Alliance Leader's purpose was not to establish a kingdom of death in the Hills.
"So, what is it?"
Tang Zheng pondered as he reached out his palm and grabbed at the void. A translucent, light blue potion appeared in his palm.
...
Item: Magic Alchemy Solution (Integration Potion)
Level: High-Tier (31~40)
Introduction: An alchemical solution refined using a mixture of various special bloods, allowing the drinker to obtain the special states of "Aura Weakening" and "Integration."
(Requires a certain degree of compatibility with the integrated object. The higher the compatibility, the smoother the integration. Conversely, it will cause more serious damage and impact on the user.)
...
Tang Zheng looked at the "Integration Potion" in his hand, his eyes filled with solemnity and seriousness.
This was a potion refined using the blood of three Demi-human races—the White Mist Witch, the Emerald Witch, and the Ogre—with the help of the Magic Cauldron, a Magic Item.
The "Dragon Blood Potion" gave Tang Zheng a new idea: he could use a mixture of various Demi-human bloods to try to refine potions.
Before.
Seeing that the White Mist Witch's Integration with the summoned angel allowed the summoned angel to exist for a long time.
Tang Zheng was excited, thinking he had found a way to make summons exist for a long time like the Undead King. He spent a lot of effort before finally concocting the "Integration Potion."
As a result, its effect was significantly different from the effect produced by the White Mist Witch's own racial talent.
The fundamental reason lies in "compatibility."
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