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Unfortunately, they were attacked at night and suppressed by a dozen Imperial Arms users from the Jaeger Cult and the Hunters. All of their Imperial Arms were confiscated, forcing them to return to the north and occupy a corner of the country once again.

But Kobayashi wasn't going to let them off so easily.

How can we allow others to sleep soundly beside our bed? Once the empire is completely stable, we will send troops to completely eliminate them.

Now they need to elect a leader as soon as possible.

Former Royal Palace

Under the reforms of the Axis religion, this place has been transformed into a temple. Gone is the extravagance and frivolity; instead, it exudes holiness and solemnity, taking on a different meaning after the style change.

Night Raid and the Hunters all gathered here.

“Hey, isn’t there something strange about this?” Lubbock suddenly said.

Tatsumi asked curiously, "What's wrong?"

"Generally speaking, shouldn't my organization be one I 'join'? What's with this organization I 'found'?! And speaking of which, is Kobayashi actually the de facto leader of the Axis Cult?! A leader of a powerful faction working as an assassin and bodyguard in the enemy camp—it's just so strange!!!"

Lubbock looked at this scene with his hands covering his head, seemingly unable to accept it.

Actually, not only him, but everyone else thinks the same way.

I thought we were all just ordinary employees, but suddenly I've transformed into the leader of a third-party power, and I'm about to become the Pope of the New Theocracy.

The contrast is just too great!

No wonder Kobayashi wouldn't agree no matter how much I tried to win him over.

"Don't worry, even if your identity changes, Kobayashi will still be Kobayashi. That will never change."

Leone patted Lubbock, seemingly trying to soothe his fragile ego.

“But it is indeed surprising.” Najendan took a drag of her cigarette and sighed, “He once said that he came to correct this chaotic era. At first, I thought it was just an arrogant declaration from a young boy, but I never expected that he would actually achieve it.”

“Yes, it’s incredible,” Mine exclaimed in agreement.

Throughout history, countless people have uttered grand pronouncements when they were insignificant, but only a handful have ultimately achieved great things, while countless others have been lost in the river of history.

Even the most powerful tyrant, who could easily be replaced, didn't have the last laugh.

But now, Kobayashi has done it.

What could be more inspiring and exciting than this?

However, Kobayashi didn't feel anything.

After all, this kind of thing is basically a basic operation for time travelers, especially since he knew everything and was the sixth man behind the scenes. His current achievements can only be said to be expected, and it would be surprising if he hadn't succeeded.

On the other side, the hunters were equally astonished.

"I never imagined that Kobayashi was actually a member of the Axis Cult, and even the actual leader. It's truly unbelievable." Will seemed eager to share this with his companions.

Unfortunately, the others were not surprised.

Lan said, "I should have been the first to know, since I was the first one to be turned by Kobayashi."

“Then Mr. Borus and I will be second.”

"Well, that should be right."

Seryu and Borus also joined in the fun.

Will paused, then asked in disbelief, "Really? Am I the only one who knew this last?"

He seemed very upset that he had been kept in the dark the whole time.

"And I."

"Black pupils..."

Black Eyes' agreement offered some comfort to Will's young heart.

"By the way, where did Kobayashi go?"

"I'm here."

While everyone was looking for Kobayashi, he appeared out of the venue instead.

He had completely changed by then.

He wore clean and tidy religious robes and held a scepter in his hand. He had no luxurious or expensive ornaments, yet he exuded nobility.

Kobayashi has completely transformed from an assassin and security guard into a clergyman.

"Well...shouldn't His Holiness the Pope be dressed even more elegantly and luxuriously?"

"That's because I wasn't wearing any."

To demonstrate his status and power, the Church of Axis did prepare a papal robe for him, but since this was a gathering of friends, there was no need for a grand display.

"Alright everyone, let's begin!"

The banquet officially started.

He came to the throne and slowly sat down.

Tatsumi and Will put their arms around each other's shoulders, Brand and Riva drank and sang, Akame and Kurome fed each other, Borus and Lubbock talked loudly, Najenda and Leone chatted and made friends everywhere, Seryu, Mine, Hill, and Chelsea seemed to be arguing about something, while Ran took out a pen to write down this moment.

Looking down, which largely matched the future he had previously envisioned, Kobayashi felt a surge of accomplishment.

Everything he did was meaningful.

A satisfied smile appeared on his face.

"Hey, Kobayashi, why are you grinning like an idiot?" Leone approached, carrying two large jars of sake in each hand and reeking of alcohol.

Kobayashi used his right hand to push her cheek away, letting the smell of alcohol escape from him, and said with disdain, "Leone, you're drunk again."

"What does it matter? Today is the happiest day of my life!"

Leone swung the wine jar around, then shoved one of them into Kobayashi's arms, drunkenly saying, "Drink, drink it all! I'm going to get you completely drunk today!"

Holding the wine jar, he looked at her suspiciously.

I always feel like something is wrong.

Even with subconscious mind reading, I could only sense her strong desire to get drunk.

Kobayashi chuckled lightly: "Hmph, naive, so naive, Leone! You alone aren't enough! Give me a dozen more!"

He didn't learn Esdeath's strength, but he mastered her Haki perfectly.

But as soon as he said it, he regretted it.

Upon hearing his words, everyone else swarmed forward. Even though he was highly immune to alcohol, he couldn't withstand more than a dozen people taking turns attacking him. Even a certain water goddess could get drunk, let alone him.

After countless drinks, Xiaolin's consciousness gradually drifted away, and he didn't regain consciousness until the next morning.

"Well."

Kobayashi frowned slightly; the hangover was really unpleasant.

I subconsciously buried my head in the pillow.

The sensation it evoked was not the familiar coolness, but rather warmth and a more elastic feel.

Suddenly, I opened my eyes and looked up.

What catches the eye is not silver-blue, but pale yellow.

He jumped up in a panic and found that the woman in front of him was naked. The morning sunlight shone on her, carrying endless allure.

"Wait, wait... Leone?!"

"Hmm, Kobayashi?"

Leone slowly opened her eyes, and upon seeing Kobayashi, she looked slightly shy and said softly, "Last night, things really got heated."

—?!

What is she talking about? What do you mean by being so close?

"...They're just teasing me, aren't they? They want to trick me so they can see my embarrassed state, and then mock and ridicule me! That's it, isn't it! Yes, that must be it!"

"No, we're really having a great time."

“Gah—?!”

Xiaolin stared blankly, his mouth agape, unable to utter a single word.

But things are not that simple.

Leone added, "It's not just me... oh."

You obviously can't use cheats! I set it to only allow non-living things, are you guys misunderstanding something? And green! Don't you even know what green is?!

Chapter 95: Rematch with Esdeath

The Pope's job is very tiring; he is busy with government affairs from morning till night.

As Mr. Huang said, hundreds of mouths are waiting to be fed every day when you open your eyes, which is enough to make your head spin, not to mention that Xiao Lin also has to take care of the entire church.

In addition, the Holy Kingdom had just been established, and everything was in need of rebuilding. He had to take care of everything, which was really exhausting.

therefore--

Xiaolin chose to quit.

Leaving the mess to others while he goes on vacation—that's very much the style of an Archbishop of Axis.

He intends to apply what he has learned.

"In conclusion, you should become the Pope."

Xiao Lin pressed the former leader of the Anning Dao sect into his seat, placed the religious crown on his head, and shoved the scepter into his arms. The simple handover ceremony was over.

Kobayashi's actions left him completely dumbfounded.

...Are you kidding me!

"Lord Kobayashi, what exactly is going on?"

He quickly stood up, took off his papal crown and loosened his scepter, and said urgently, "I've never heard of anyone wanting me to be the Pope! Besides, I'm completely incapable of it!"

He felt he was not qualified to be pope.