Chapter 934: Dark Demon’s Information Advantage (6k)
Dark Demon Daimon reached an oral agreement with Bishop Sabrina Wilmer and left the camp of the Holy Church along with Chris and others.
Bishop Sabrina Wilmer had no objections to setting off early next morning. Ever since the arrival of the Holy Son Knights, she had been preparing for the march up the Mountain of Gods, so there was no mention of any hasty action.
If necessary, she could set off immediately.
However, after Dark Demon and company left, Sabrina Wilmer’s expression instantly turned serious.
Although both parties had agreed on paper, the substantial issues remained unresolved.
Even if she believed that the Mana Academy would not betray them or conflict with them once they entered the [Heavenly Court], the other two parties collaborating with her would inevitably clash with each other.
Therefore, she must prepare in advance for the ultimate confrontation with the teams from the Northern Territory and the Elemental Race.
The Northern Territory was not within her consideration, but the Elemental Race was not to be underestimated. “Albert, Emily,” Sabrina Wilmer turned to look at the [Holy Son Knights] and said, “Prepare yourselves in the final moments!”
“Yes!” Albert and Emily replied simultaneously.
From tomorrow, the true game of chess would begin.
Whoever could laugh until the end in this game of chess would grasp the tail of fate.
After leaving the Holy Church’s camp, Dark Demon Daimon returned to the Mana Academy’s camp first.
Marcus Landen, who was guarding the camp, came out to greet him quickly. “Have they returned?” Dark asked swiftly.
It was already past one o’clock in the afternoon, and theoretically, whether successful or not, those who went to the Elemental Race camp should have returned by now.
But Marcus Landen shook his head, saying, “Not yet.”
“Still not back?” Dark and Chris exchanged glances and guessed that Professor Metia and others must have encountered trouble.
“Could it be that Professor Shylph’s disguise as a pure-blood elf has been exposed?” Dark thought to himself.
In less than half a minute, he had already imagined Professor Shylph being unmasked, the Elemental Race becoming furious, and a large-scale battle ensuing.
But looking at Marcus Landen’s expression, which showed no signs of abnormality, there seemed to have been no large-scale combat.
“So, do you have any news?” Dark asked.
Marcus Landen said, “I sent someone to inquire at noon, and they were warmly received. There was a feast in the forest…”
Dark: “Hmm?”
Marcus Landen continued, “There was a feast in the forest!” Dark stopped in his tracks and said, “So, they were quite welcomed?”
Marcus Landen replied, “Perhaps our plan was very successful.” “I see,” Dark responded, then continued walking into the camp.
Since everything was going smoothly, he naturally had no reason to complicate matters. At this moment, the right thing to do was to wait for the professors to bring back good news. Marcus Landen asked, “What about the Holy Church?”
Dark said, “A tentative cooperation was achieved. Although there is no loyalty guarantee between us, this is sufficient for us. You continue to guard the camp well. Once we set off tomorrow, increase vigilance even more. If any abnormalities appear inside the Mountain of Gods, retreat towards the Northern Territory.”
Marcus Landen nodded slightly and asked, “Tomorrow, how many people will we bring?”
Dark glanced at him with some confusion and then said, “Just the group that came with us.”
Marcus Landen was surprised, “No more teams?” Dark shook his head and said, “No need.”
Without explaining much to Marcus, he dismissed him under the pretense of “strengthening the camp defenses” and soon found Professor Steven Harvey.
Professor Harvey had been waiting for a long time.
Dark briefly recounted the results of the negotiations in the Holy Church’s camp. After hearing it, Professor Harvey sighed and said, “So, we still haven’t figured out their true intentions?”
Dark said helplessly, “Bishop Sabrina Melville comes from the Heretic Tribunal, making it extremely difficult to extract information from her. However… I did manage to get some.”
Professor Harvey’s eyes lit up, “Tell me what you found.”
Dark said, “From what we can tell, although the Northern Territory and the Royal Family share similar goals with the Holy Church, the information they possess differs. I specifically used [Divine Blood] to probe, and although Bishop Sabrina Wilmer also prepared [Divine Blood], their purpose was not to open the door.”
Professor Harvey frowned and asked, “Then, what are they planning to use [Divine Blood] for?”
Dark said, “It seems like… to summon some power?”
Professor Harvey pondered, “Summon some power? Could this be their ultimate goal?”
Dark said, “That’s what I think too. And since they are in the [Heavenly Court], they probably want the divine power of the twelve gods of Polobos. If that’s the case, it makes sense. Also, according to different [Divine Blood], the power they can summon seems to vary.”
Professor Harvey said, “If that’s the case, wouldn’t we be able to summon [Hermes’] divine power with [Hermes’ Blood]?”
Dark shook his head, “It probably isn’t that simple. After all, we know that the consciousness of the twelve gods of Polobos still exists. Especially [God of Commerce, Traveler, Thief, and Livestock], Hermes, its consciousness is likely awake. However, the Holy Church surely knows many things we don’t. Do you remember Sister Lilian?”
Professor Harvey said, “Of course, she’s Sister Carrian’s sister. Hmm… Thinking about it, the Holy Church’s information on the [Heavenly Court] might have come from that [Possessed Angel].”
Dark nodded, “The King’s actions are based on prophecy. The Holy Church’s actions might have started from that incident, through continuous investigation leading to this. Despite different starting points, they ultimately converge for the same purpose. We just don’t know whose blood they hold.”
Professor Harvey sighed, “Curiosity got the better of me.” Dark said, “Yes. But we need to restrain ourselves. After all, that’s not our ultimate goal. Besides, we already have our own god.”
Professor Harvey nodded slightly but said regretfully, “Thankfully, there’s no Death God among the twelve gods of Polobos. Otherwise, Professor, I might not have been able to resist myself.”
Dark smiled, “The source of the [Divine Blood] held by the royal family and the Holy Church is unknown, but if the moon elves also have [Divine Blood], we could make some guesses.”
Professor Harvey immediately said, “You mean, Demeter?” Dark nodded, “Highly possible.”
Professor Harvey said, “Thinking about it, Shylph is still wearing Demeter’s Skirt… Wait? Could it be because of…”
Hearing this, Dark’s heart stirred, and his expression became serious, “Looks like we need to visit the Elemental Race’s camp.”
Professor Harvey said seriously, “Do you need me to go with you?” Dark stood up and said, “Professor, do you have any emergency communication device that can break through barriers?”
“Of course.” Professor Harvey reached into his pocket and pulled out a metallic-looking eyeball, “Injecting mana to make it explode, I can sense it immediately.”
Dark took the eyeball from him and put it in his small bag, “Then, Professor, wait outside the forest. I’ll go in with Olivia and Chris.”
Professor Harvey said, “Be prepared for the worst. Although I don’t think the Elemental Race can do much.”
Dark said, “I have the same thought. If nothing happens, it will be like meeting our future partners in advance.”
Professor Harvey stood up and said, “Let’s go.” They set off immediately.
Dark and company quickly arrived at the Elemental Race’s camp—the edge of that forest.
Before entering the forest, Dark summoned [Shemmi] and held it like a pet.
Chris naturally slipped into his shadow. Olivia and Angrey followed closely behind. Professor Harvey disappeared as he approached the forest.
In this manner, before stepping into the forest, Dark stopped and looked at the empty space.
A long-eared elf dressed in green clothing appeared from the void, revealing herself as a grassland elf.
Moon elves held a high status among the Elemental Race, and correspondingly, their population was very small, so they recruited guards from other tribes.
Those elves were proud of this.
“Holy Maryann Academy?” The grassland elf looked at Dark’s uniform and asked directly.
“Yes,” Dark nodded with a smile, “I’m a second-year student at Holy Maryann Academy. Could you please notify them?”
“Wait a moment.” The grassland elf’s sharp eyes scanned Dark, Olivia, and Angrey, then retreated and quickly disappeared into nature.
Grassland elves were naturally adept at blending into nature, able to hide and move unseen in forests and grasslands.
Dark waited patiently.
By observing the grassland elf’s reaction, he realized he might have been overly sensitive.
After a short while, the grassland elf reappeared. He said to Dark and company, “Go in. This flower elf will guide you.”
A tiny fairy with a vibrant flower on its head flew out from behind a tree, then landed on [Shemmi] with a fragrant breeze. Then… it refused to leave!
Dark tapped the flower fairy’s little head, but it clung to Shemmi, burying its tiny body into the green grass behind Shemmi, rubbing its face vigorously, showing no intention of guiding the way.
Dark looked at the grassland elf, who had a slight awkward expression.
“Wait here.” He turned around, muttering a spell while looking at the ground. Soon, a cute little white mouse-like creature emerged from the ground.
“My summoned beast will lead you.” He said.
Dark smiled and nodded, then followed the summoned beast into the forest.
[Good morning, (―3)(c—).]
