Now that such a rare treasure has appeared in the White Already Managed Underground City, of course, our own team must be the first to seize it.
How could we possibly let outsiders get their hands on it?
Don’t talk about it being all Church insiders; only fools would think that way. If you don’t enter the White Already, it’s simply not yours.
“I never received any prior notice. This kind of sudden order is unforgivable. Letting you in would be a death sentence. We have already arranged for professional personnel to lead the first wave inside, but you’re not included. Allowing you amateurs to enter will only disrupt our plans. Leave now.”
The Purple-robed Bald Bishop firmly refused.
Upon hearing this, Captain Frolro’s face darkened, but she remained silent without rebuttal.
Pressure here is suffocating—let alone on someone else’s territory. We’re just lowly Sensitive River Knights; who are we to bargain with Fannong Bishop?
But we’ve traveled for days to get here, and even brought the Demon Hunting Nun along. Are we really going to just turn back now?
“Baldy, do you recognize my sword?” Samimi suddenly asked.
“Baldy? You’re from Zheli? A Mongolian Nun? Are you criminals? Why does your team even have knights? And half-elfs?
I strongly suspect you aren’t from the Kingdom’s Church at all! You must be imposters! Seize them! They’re thieves hiding in the shadows!” The Fannong Bald Bishop, seeing the situation as a perfect excuse, shouted angrily.
This accusation was serious, immediately ordering the dispatch of a demon-hunting squad to arrest them.
The Church Knights and Kingdom Knights instantly drew their weapons without hesitation.
“The Knight King recognizes my sword, Saintess Makima recognizes my sword, even the veteran Holy Knights recognize my sword, but you, Baldy, don’t recognize my team?” Samimi remained completely calm as she spoke coolly.
“What did you say?” The Fannong Bald Bishop sensed something was off.
“I am the Church’s last Demon Hunting Nun, Samimi. I specialize in hunting Blood Ghosts. If the Blood Clan shows signs of revival, you would actually oppose me as an outsider?” Samimi’s tone was calm, but her words were sharp and unyielding.
Her words hit like a sharp blade, causing both the Church and Kingdom Knights to freeze, exchanging glances in confusion.
“You newcomers don’t understand. But I knew there would be selfish people like you who’d obstruct me, so I specifically brought weapons to deal with you.” Samimi dismounted from her horse, raising her rune-engraved staff, pointing it directly at the Purple-robed Bald Bishop.
In the next moment, the runes on her staff began to glow, then suddenly flared with white flames.
The Church Knights and Kingdom Knights took a step back without hesitation.
The Purple-robed Bald Bishop’s face turned pale, cold sweat pouring down, expression grim, unable to utter a single word.
“I am the only dual Holy Magic Operator in the entire Church. Do you believe I could have you killed without anyone, including the Pope, daring to say a word to me?” Samimi said calmly.
The Fannong Bald Bishop’s knees gave way, and he collapsed to the ground, no longer daring to pursue them.
The Church Knights quickly retreated more than fifty meters away, running far enough to ensure the incident wouldn’t affect White Already.
“Thanks to you all…” Samimi once again raised the staff adorned with the Saint Control Enchantment towards the Kingdom Knights, speaking harshly, “I have some connections with the Three Princes. My mother is the Earl’s Lady in the Royal City, and my sister is the Royal Family’s exclusive Pastoralist.
I am also the first disciple personally passed down by Saintess Makima.
Besides, I’m related to the Earl’s Lady as well. The identity of that Count’s Daughter can be freely used by me.”
Of course, Samimi had no illusions about reconciling with her sister Sa Yingfa. But reputation is reputation, and a sister’s fame is a good excuse to put on a strong front.
Ugh! Using a thief’s identity to suppress others! It’s infuriating!
Although her body was obedient, deep inside, Samimi did not approve of such methods.
The Kingdom Knights withdrew swiftly, immediately yielding the path.
Samimi was satisfied; the rune magic on her staff quickly extinguished the Saint Control Enchantment.
“When something like this happens, you have to act decisively. Give these arrogant bastards a lesson to save us a lot of trouble later,” Samimi advised Captain Frolro.
“Thanks to Miss Samimi, without you, we wouldn’t even have gotten past the gate,” Captain Frolro expressed his gratitude.
“Bishop, where are you going?” Samimi glanced at the Purple-robed Bald Bishop, who was slowly getting up, her eyes calm but laced with killing intent.
“Let’s go to the Resting Place. Does the Church really have no safe haven here? Don’t force me to lose my temper.”
“Yes, everyone please follow me,” the Purple-robed Bald Bishop put on a charming smile.
The dignified Fannong Bishop turned guide, leading the demon-hunting squad into the military area.
Around them, a temporary barracks had been established. All forces responsible for securing the restricted zone were stationed here.
The demon-hunting squad was assigned to a clean wooden house, a residence reserved only for officer-level personnel.
The arrival of a Demon Hunting Nun drew nearly all the knights to gather, whispering and speculating.
Because of the Unknown Underground City’s appearance, both Church and Kingdom knights had been dispatched here.
Until the Unknown Underground City’s characteristics were fully investigated, no knights were allowed to leave their posts.
Everyone hoped the investigation would be quick so life could return to normal soon.
“A team from the Adventurers’ Guild will enter to investigate, heading straight to the core. We aim to clarify the dungeon’s properties, neutralize threats, and eventually retrieve the treasure.”
“Afterwards, the dungeon will open to other adventurers, and cities will be built around it until all resources are extracted.”
“This dungeon is unlike any other. It was not created by Ancient Human Mages but is instead a Blood Clan underground city constructed by Blood Mages.”
“This is terrifying, shaking the entire Adventurers’ Guild’s experience, which is why the Sensitive River Knights and the Kingdom government have jointly intervened.”
“However, each faction has its own agenda. Every faction is forming its own elite adventurer teams, preparing to explore it.”
All this long and tedious information was told to everyone by the Purple-robed Bald Bishop.
“Thank you all for your patience. Please forgive my previous rudeness.”
After being scolded by Samimi the whole night, the Bald Bishop had come to make amends and quickly shared all the information with the demon-hunting squad, proving her loyalty.
“So, besides us, are there other teams?” Samimi asked.
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