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Chapter 210 The Plot of the Dagon Church

Strange's gaze wandered between Christine and West, their eyes filled with firm belief in unknown power and deep expectations of him.

He had mixed feelings. On the one hand, he was afraid and confused about this sudden change. On the other hand, he was curious and yearning for the power that they described that transcended life and death.

"Church of Dagon...what exactly are you planning?" Strange finally spoke, with a barely perceptible tremor in his voice. After practicing magic here for a long time, he had gotten used to it. However, the church had never revealed what their secret was, which made Strange feel uncomfortable.

Casillas smiled slightly, as if he had expected Strange to ask this question. "Your Highness, the mission of the Church of Dagon is to welcome the awakening of the great Cthulhu and lead the world into a new era. Cthulhu is sleeping under the deep sea, waiting for the right time, and you are one of the key figures chosen."

"Me?" Strange pointed at himself and repeated in disbelief, "I'm just a doctor. How can I be the key person?"

“No, Your Highness, you underestimate your own importance.” Kaecilius shook his head, his tone full of unquestionable authority. “Ancient blood flows in your body, which makes you a bridge between humans and the gods of the deep sea. Through you, we can guide the power of Cthulhu to infiltrate the human world and pave the way for His awakening.”

Strange felt a chill running down his spine and throughout his body. He never thought that he would have such evil blood in his body.

He looked at Christian and West, hoping to find a sign of opposition on their faces, but unfortunately, their expressions only showed recognition and expectation of Casillas' words.

"But what does this mean for humanity?" Strange swallowed hard, with a hint of despair in his voice, "If Cthulhu really awakens, what kind of disaster will the human world suffer?"

Kaecilius's expression became serious. He slowly walked to Strange with a deep gaze. "Your Highness, you must understand that the awakening of the old ruler Cthulhu is not the destruction of mankind, but the reshaping of the existing order. In this new era, mankind will no longer exist alone. They will coexist with the gods of the deep sea and share the endless knowledge and power of the universe."

"But isn't this a disaster for those who are unwilling to accept this change?" Strange retorted. Although his voice was weak, it revealed a firmness that could not be ignored.

Casillas sighed, seeming helpless about Strange's stubbornness. "Your Highness, the world is always changing and advancing, and every change is accompanied by pain.

But please believe that the awakening of Cthulhu will bring unprecedented prosperity and peace to mankind, and those who are unwilling to accept change will eventually find their place in the new order. "

Strange was silent, weighing Casillas' words over and over again in his heart.

Although he was terrified by the plot of Dagon's Church, it was undeniable that the desire for unknown power was quietly growing in his heart.

He thought of his lost hands, which were now miraculously restored. This power made him both awed and yearning.

Just as he was lost in thought, Christine's gentle voice rang in his ears: "Strange, no matter what decision you make, I will support you, but please believe that becoming a deep diver is our common destiny and the beginning of a new era for us."

Strange looked up at Christine. Her eyes were full of tenderness and determination, as if telling him that no matter what the road ahead was, she would fight alongside him.

At this moment, Strange felt an unprecedented courage and determination in his heart. He understood that he was no longer a simple doctor, but was caught in a huge vortex that concerned the fate of the world.

So he slowly stood up and looked at Casillas with a firm gaze.

"Okay, I'm willing to learn more about the Church of Dagon and Cthulhu, but I have one condition. I want to avoid unnecessary sacrifices as much as possible."

Casillas smiled slightly, as if he had already anticipated Strange's decision. "Of course, Your Highness, your kindness and sense of justice are cherished by us. Please rest assured that we will work together to ensure that the arrival of the new era is accompanied by the least sacrifice and pain."

Casillas' words were like a reassurance, calming Strange's anxiety. He knew that the road he was on was full of unknowns and dangers, but with the support of Christine, West, and the people of Dagon Church, he seemed to have found a trace of courage to move forward.

In the following days, Strange began to study the doctrines and rituals of the Church of Dagon, as well as everything about Cthulhu, the god of the deep sea. He was surprised to find that this seemingly ancient and mysterious religion actually contained a deep understanding and awe of the universe. The church members believed that the awakening of Cthulhu was not only a transfer of power, but also the establishment of a bridge between humans and other intelligent life forms in the universe, heralding a new era of knowledge and wisdom.

Under Casillas's guidance, Strange learned how to use the ancient blood in his body to feel and guide the energy from the deep sea. Every time he practiced, he could feel an unprecedented power surging in his body. This power was both strange and familiar, as if it was a part of him that he was born with.

However, as he gained a deeper understanding of Dagon's Church, Strange gradually realized that this change was not without cost.

Some believers suffered mental breakdowns because they could not bear the baptism of power, and some even lost their lives while trying to communicate with Cthulhu. These facts filled his heart with contradictions and struggles, and he began to question whether he could really welcome the new era with the least sacrifice.

During a late night meditation, Strange seemed to hear a whisper from the deep sea. It was the voice of Cthulhu, ancient and majestic, full of temptations of the unknown. The voice told him that change is always accompanied by sacrifice, but only through sacrifice can one truly touch the essence of the universe and gain eternal knowledge and power. Strange woke up from meditation with mixed feelings.

After Strange woke up from that late night meditation, it seemed as if a seed was planted in his heart. That seed, carrying the whispers of Cthulhu, took root and sprouted in his heart, gradually distorting his perception of reality.

Every exchange with members of Dagon's Church, every channeling of the power of the deep sea, made him more deeply immersed in that ancient and mysterious universe.

He began to meditate frequently, trying to establish a deeper connection with Cthulhu. Every time he meditated, he could feel the energy from the deep sea surging in his body, a power that was both awe-inspiring and intoxicating.

He longed to learn more about Cthulhu and to master the power that could reshape the world order.

However, as his reliance on the power of the deep deepened, Strange's behavior began to change erratically.

There was only Cthulhu in his eyes, only the power that could allow him to touch the essence of the universe.

Strange's transformation was like a silent plague, gradually eroding his mind and soul. His obsession with Cthulhu grew day by day, and every meditation was like opening a door to an unknown abyss, making him unable to extricate himself.

He began to distance himself from those friends who had fought alongside him, including Christine and West. In his eyes, they were no longer equal partners, but pawns in welcoming Cthulhu's awakening, and stepping stones for him to reach a higher realm. Strange became more and more withdrawn and fanatical, and his words were filled with endless praise and yearning for Cthulhu, as if the whole world existed only to welcome the awakening of this deep-sea god.

Although Christine and West noticed the changes in Strange, they were not worried. Instead, they thought it was a sign that Strange had finally accepted his fate. They believed that Strange was gradually growing into a true deep diver, a great man who could lead the world into a new era.

However, Strange's madness did not stop there. He began to try more dangerous rituals, trying to communicate directly with Cthulhu and gain more power. These rituals were full of unknowns and dangers, but Strange never tired of them, as if every attempt could bring him one step closer to Cthulhu.

Deep within the Church of Dagon, Strange built a secret altar, where he communicated with Cthulhu. He devoted himself to every ceremony, as if he was dedicating his soul to the god of the deep sea. His behavior became more and more extreme, and he even sacrificed other members of the church in exchange for more powerful power.

Although Casillas was worried about Strange's behavior, he did not stop him. In his opinion, Strange was undergoing a necessary transformation. Only after experiencing these pains and sacrifices could he truly become the messenger of Cthulhu and lead the world into a new era.

Strange's madness gradually infected the entire Dagon Church, and the members of the church began to imitate his behavior, performing more dangerous rituals in an attempt to establish a connection with Cthulhu. The entire church fell into a state of frenzy, as if the whole world was trembling for the awakening of Cthulhu.

As Strange's obsession with Cthulhu deepened, Dagon's Church gradually received closer attention from Cthulhu. Under the deep sea, the ancient and powerful force seemed to sense the church's piety and desire, and began to respond to their call in a subtle way.

The atmosphere inside the church has changed dramatically. The believers who originally just prayed and performed the rituals silently now seem to be driven by an invisible force, with enthusiasm and expectation flashing in their eyes. Each ceremony has become more solemn and mysterious, and the air is filled with an indescribable solemnity.

Strange's ritual on the secret altar began to show amazing results. He could feel Cthulhu's will echoing in his heart, an ancient and profound wisdom that seemed to be able to see through all the mysteries of the universe. Cthulhu's whispers rang in his ears, and every time he felt his soul was shocked and sublimated.

Under Strange's leadership, the Church of Dagon began to master some unprecedented powers. They learned how to guide the energy of the deep sea and transform it into mysterious power that can be used by humans. These powers not only made the bodies of the church members stronger and more agile, but also gave them the ability to control natural elements.

The church's influence expanded rapidly, attracting more and more believers. They came from all over the world, with a desire for unknown power and expectations for a new era. Inspired by Strange, they were willing to pay any price to welcome the awakening of Cthulhu.

As the church grew, Cthulhu's attention to Dagon's church became more direct and frequent. Under the deep sea, Cthulhu's tentacles began to stir, as if making final preparations for the upcoming awakening. Every time the tentacles waved, there was a powerful energy fluctuation, which was enough to make the whole world tremble.

Strange felt Cthulhu's expectation and approval, which made him more determined. He began to plan an unprecedented ceremony to directly awaken Cthulhu and let the power of this deep sea god come to the world completely.

This ceremony will be the most important one in the history of Dagon's Church. It not only requires great efforts and sacrifices from church members, but also requires the use of some ancient and mysterious props and ritual venues. Strange is well aware of the danger of this ceremony, but he can't help himself. He is eager to see Cthulhu awakening and to become the founder of a new era.

During the preparations for the ritual, Strange gradually lost his mind. He became cold-blooded and ruthless, willing to sacrifice everything to achieve his goal. Even Christine and West, who once fought alongside him, began to doubt and worry about him. However, Strange could no longer listen to any opposition, and only Cthulhu and the coming new era were in his mind.

Finally, on a dark and windy night, the Church of Dagon held a grand ceremony. Strange stood on the altar, holding up the mysterious staff, guiding the energy from the deep sea into his body. His eyes flashed with fanatical light, as if he had merged with the soul of Cthulhu.

As the ceremony progressed, an unprecedentedly powerful force surged out from the deep sea, shrouding the entire altar in a mysterious light. Strange felt that his body was being torn apart and reshaped by this force, and his soul seemed to be engaged in a fierce battle with Cthulhu's will.

Finally, when the ceremony reached its climax, a deafening roar came from the deep sea, and the oracle was conveyed at this moment!

(End of this chapter)