My mom is waiting for treatment, and you're summoning me to be a hero?

"There, someone wants to see you."

Lin Mo looked at the hunting axe, then gazed at the cliffside church bathed in holy light in the distance.

Is it a trap? Or is there another motive?

Lin Mo's mind raced.

After witnessing the strength of someone like Hunter Axe, the plan to forcibly abduct the archbishop does indeed need to be reassessed.

Hunter Axe was clearly not going all out, since he hadn't even used many of his skills.

He was only the eighth captain of the Iron Chamber Ango.

That means there is something even stronger.

Although I have the trump card of Bloodlust that can instantly double my attribute values, it doesn't seem like the right time to use it yet.

Thinking this, Lin Mo sheathed his sword.

The pale red aura of the [Killing Domain] around him slowly dissipated.

But the wariness in his eyes did not diminish in the slightest.

He glanced at Yin Xue.

Yin Xue pouted, flew back to his shoulder, his blood-red eyes sweeping over the hunting axe and the distant church, and then transmitted his voice to Lin Mo.

"You really plan to go? That's the headquarters of charlatans."

Lin Mo's voice was heavy: "Since this hunter axe is here to test me, it means that the person who ordered him, or the person who wants to see me, does not want me to die, and this is currently the fastest way to see the archbishop."

Yin Xue sighed: "Be careful, these charlatans can be quite cunning when they start plotting against people."

Lin Mo nodded: "Understood."

After saying that, he turned to Hunter's Axe and said, "Lead the way."

Hunter Axe, carrying his axe, grinned and said, "That was satisfying."

Then he turned and headed straight for the church on the cliff, like a guide.

No matter how fast the Hunter Axe went, Lin Mo was able to keep up closely.

This made the hunter even more satisfied.

Hunter Axe slowed down only when the two finally stepped onto the church steps.

The pure, light-elemental magical energy fluctuations became increasingly clear.

The church doors were closed at the time.

Four silver-armored Templar Knights stood solemnly before the gate.

They stared straight ahead, like statues.

The arrival of Hunter Axe and Lin Mo did not result in any obstruction or questioning.

"Please come in, the person who wants to see you is a very important person."

Hunter Axe made a gesture of invitation.

Lin Mo raised an eyebrow, becoming wary, and stepped into the church.

Inside the door was a wide and unusually quiet corridor.

On both sides are high walls covered with murals.

"These are all outstanding warriors from the past dynasties of the Holy Ancient Empire."

Yin Xue looked at the boys and girls in the portraits and explained to Lin Mo.

Lin Mo raised an eyebrow: "Then the hero who defeated you is here too?"

Yin Xue's expression wilted: "No, that hero was summoned by the Holy Kingdom of the Tower, he's not here."

Just then, the hunter's pace suddenly slowed down.

His gaze was fixed on a mural on the wall, depicting a young man with silver hair and wearing silver armor.

Holding a long sword, standing atop the monster's corpse, he couldn't be more spirited.

Below the portrait is the name of this hero: [Zhou Yue]

"Hmm, I remember now, the hero team from Hunter's Axe, the hero's name is Zhou Yue."

Yin Xue transmitted his voice to Lin Mo.

Lin Mo understood immediately and noted down the hero's name.

The group then continued on their way.

The hunting axe seemed to have shed some of its wildness, silently leading the way.

Everything here exudes solemnity and order, isolated from any noise and violence of the outside world.

Even Lin Mo felt much more at ease with his emotions.

Suddenly, he thought of something and asked Yin Xue, "This is also a church, so there should be fragments of your soul here too, right?"

Yin Xue shook his head: "I didn't sense it. It might have been hidden. Fragments that can be stored here must be very important."

The group walked around the church for a long time, going up to who knows how many floors.

Finally, they stopped in front of a double, silver-white door.

Hunter Axe reached out and gently pushed open the door.

"Your Highness, I have brought the person."

Inside the door was a magnificent inner sanctuary.

It was more spacious than the outside corridor, with dozens of huge white stone pillars supporting a dome painted with scenes of heaven.

The floor was covered with a dark blue carpet.

The light inside the hall mainly comes from the sacred flame lamps that never go out on the two side walls.

And a ball of light floating on a small altar directly in front of it.

At this moment, there were only two people inside the hall.

A person stands with their back to the doorway in front of the altar.

She wore a luxurious moon-white robe embroidered with gold dragon patterns and stars.

She had an upright posture, and her black hair was tied up with a jade crown.

Even from behind, he exuded an air of superiority and a subtle, almost imperceptible, sharpness.

The other person stood half a step to his side and behind.

He wore a deep red bishop's robe trimmed with gold and held a scepter inlaid with a large milky white gemstone.

This is an elderly man whose white hair is meticulously combed.

His eyes were deep and calm.

Lin Mo and Hunter Axe stepped into the hall.

The silver-white gate closed silently behind us.

His gaze swept over the two of them, finally settling on the figure in the elegant attire from behind.

The holy light surrounding the temple made him feel slightly uncomfortable.

The black sword trembled almost imperceptibly in its sheath.

"Why did you call me here?"

Lin Mo spoke, his voice clear and cold in the empty hall.

The elegantly dressed figure seemed to pause slightly before slowly turning around.

It was a rather young face, looking no more than twenty-five or twenty-six years old.

He had handsome features, but his slightly upturned eyes held a depth that belied his age.

A perfectly timed smile played on his lips, conveying both nobility and approachability.

"Let me introduce myself."

The young man's voice was gentle, with a trained, pleasant tone.

"I am Li Yiguang, the second prince of the Holy Ancient Empire."

Lin Mo's brows furrowed almost imperceptibly.

They were not moved in the slightest by the other party's prominent status; on the contrary, they became even more impatient.

"Can't you understand human language? I'm asking you, why did you call me here?"

Everyone was shocked to hear this.

Hunter Axe was stunned for a moment, then grinned and looked at Lin Mo with increasing admiration.

The old man in the red robe's expression darkened.

"presumptuous!"

He paused slightly in his hand holding the scepter.

An invisible pressure surged toward Lin Mo like a tide.

The holy light inside the hall seemed to brighten slightly, carrying a sense of judgment and awe.

However, the Second Prince Li Yiguang gently raised his hand and stood in front of the Archbishop.

His smile didn't fade; in fact, it deepened.

It was as if Lin Mo's blunt attitude was exactly what he had expected, and even amused him.

"I was being presumptuous, Lord Lin Mo."

Li Yiguang readily changed his tune, adopting a more humble posture, but the determination in his eyes remained unchanged.

"Your Excellency's demeanor has been exceptional and truly remarkable throughout your journey. The reason I invited you here is to discuss a deal, or rather, a collaboration."

He paused slightly, observing Lin Mo's reaction, and then said clearly, "I hope that you will represent me in the upcoming Glory Trial."

Upon hearing Li Yiguang's conditions, Lin Mo stood still without making a move.

This made Li Yiguang a little embarrassed, but he still maintained his composure and continued to speak.

"If you're willing, I can find a way to have the arrest warrant for you dropped. What do you say?"

Lin Mo took a deep breath, his hand resting on the hilt of his sword: "What if I were to kill you here?"

quiet--

The scene fell silent for a moment.

Everyone present was stunned, even Hunter Axe hadn't expected Lin Mo to say such a thing.

The red-robed bishop squinted at Lin Mo, emanating waves of holy energy.

They are clearly ready for battle.

However, after a brief silence, Li Yiguang opened his arms.

"Since I invited you here, I naturally trust you. If you intend to take action, then I can only blame my poor judgment."

After saying that, he actually opened his arms.

Li Yiguang was confident that no one would act rashly under these circumstances.

After all, this is a church.

Standing next to him was the leader of the Iron Chamber Dark Guard, Hunter Axe.

Unless that person is a madman or someone sent by a certain force specifically to assassinate him.

He had investigated Lin Mo and found that the guy had no powerful backing.

Naturally, there's no reason for him to harm himself.

This is also Li Yiguang's confidence.

However, no sooner had he finished speaking than Lin Mo's voice came through: "Alright, let's give it a try."

He then transformed into a black shadow, the sharp edge of the black sword heading straight for Li Yiguang's throat.

Upon seeing this, Li Yiguang's pupils contracted, clearly unaware that this guy was a hothead.

Finished!

I should have known better than to show off!

Li Yiguang shouted in his heart.

However, the sword stopped at his throat.

At this moment, Li Yiguang's face was deathly pale, clearly terrified, and he had completely lost his initial composure.

Lin Mo stared directly at him, as if she could see right through him: "You think you can win people's hearts with this little bit of courage?"