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The tug-of-war between the imposters and the priests lasted for a long time.

During this time, Michelle was never able to meet Zhao Xin in person, but she could always hear about the mysterious companion's deeds from the returning clergy.

Thanks to the orderly actions of the Cleric Order and Zhao Xin, a sharp and incomparable "dagger" that exists outside the system, the Imposters, though proliferating like weeds, have never been able to unleash a devastating wave capable of overturning human civilization.

However, the root of the problem—the "Curse of Blood" itself—has not been eradicated.

This curse is like a precisely aimed poisoned arrow, specifically designed to erode those with fragile minds and weak wills. And such people are by no means a minority in the vast world.

Therefore, the number of imposters remains high, like a persistent boil that is difficult to eradicate.

Under the long-term confrontation and the focused "care" of the clergy, the imposters are also constantly "evolving".

They gradually evolved from crude imitations that were easily detected to cunning and adept at concealment, to the point that clergy had to expend considerable effort to investigate and verify them in order to uncover them.

Only those senior clergy who are extremely firm in their beliefs, devout enough in their hearts, and have a deep understanding of human weaknesses are capable of identifying and eliminating these evolved imposters.

Faced with increasingly severe challenges, the clergy have adjusted their strategy and adopted a more flexible and efficient approach: centralized deployment and precise response.

Whenever a clergyman discovers signs or hideouts of potential large-scale imposters, the intelligence is quickly relayed to the Order's headquarters.

Managers react differently depending on the regional threat level and personnel distribution:

Or they could mobilize a large number of clergy from nearby areas to launch a siege;

Or assign those exceptionally capable elites to handle it;

In particularly critical situations, they might even consider directly requesting the "Six Saints," who are hailed as the pillars of the Order.

Through years of baptism by fire, the Cleric Order has indeed produced several exceptionally talented individuals, almost legendary figures:

Saint Michael: Born extraordinary, forever youthful, the legendary forerunner who first received revelation and led people out of darkness.

Shapiro Gracia, the Aegis: Wielding a giant shield, he stands forever at the forefront of the battle, an unbreakable wall protecting his comrades from all impacts.

Holy Fist Wolfgan Beona: He can crush evil with his bare hands, and his fighting style, as swift as the wind and as aggressive as fire, has earned him the title of "Kamikaze" (Divine Wind).

Paladin Milan Rochebach: Possesses powerful healing and support magic, having pulled his companions back from the brink of death countless times, making him an indispensable guardian of the team.

Saint Drive: Shinya: Uses unique talismans and shikigami from the Xuzu clan to fight, employing mysterious yet effective methods.

Saint Blade Zhao Xin: The strongest "external aid" of the Cleric Order. His attacks are often decisive and his record is brilliant. Although he is not a formal member, he is recognized as an indispensable top combat force.

These six are all heroes with steely wills, extraordinary abilities, and a determination to completely purify chaos, making them the backbone of the Cleric Order.

Of course, Zhao Xin is the most special one among them.

Over the years, Zhao Xin's series of almost legendary achievements have been known to everyone in the cult.

What surprised some new members even more was that this powerful figure, who was not a formal member of the cult and whose faith was unclear, was officially recorded in the cult's sacred texts because of his "unchanged appearance" and outstanding contributions, just like Michel.

To some traditionalists, this was almost blasphemous. However, all dissenting voices were ultimately silenced by Michel's unquestionable authority.

For Michelle, even if she never gets to see Zhao Xin's true face or knows which god he worships, it is enough as long as they share the same belief in fighting against chaos and protecting living beings.

However, although the imposters are demons, their core still retains human thoughts and cunning. Moreover, behind them stands the "God of Chaos"—Ozma—whose goal is to completely destroy humanity.

When the low-level infiltration and erosion reached a stalemate, the demons' high-end combat forces finally decided to intervene personally.

Eloreno, once the glorious symbol of the Perus Empire, is now a golden city tainted by chaos.

In the dimly lit hall, Ozma leaned back on the throne that symbolized calamity, one hand supporting his forehead, listening to the reports from his three high-ranking demons.

"Lord Ozma!" Astros, with her alluring figure yet exuding a deadly aura, spoke first, her voice sweet yet dangerous.

"Because of the presence of those so-called 'saints' on the human side, our low-ranking warriors are no longer able to incite large-scale internal strife and collapse among humans."

Therefore, I humbly request Your Excellency's permission to personally remove the stumbling blocks that hinder your great cause!

The towering, mountain-like Belial, carrying a massive sword, also knelt on one knee, his voice booming like thunder: "My lord, it's time to let those ants witness the true power of Chaos!"

Although Taimat, holding a long spear and exuding a fierce aura, did not say much, his posture spoke volumes.

Ozma's gaze slowly swept over his three trusted subordinates, his fingertips tapping lightly on the armrest of the throne. After a moment's thought, his deep and authoritative voice echoed through the hall:

"Can."

But then, his tone shifted, a hint of seriousness flashing in his purple eyes: "However, Michel, who is known as the 'Saint,' and Zhao Xin, the 'Saint's Edge'... do not provoke them. They are not beings you can contend with."

Upon hearing this, the three high-ranking demons were all taken aback and exchanged incredulous glances.

Lord Ozma actually spoke so highly of those two? Despite the confusion and slight resentment churning within them, they ultimately lowered their heads and replied in unison:

"Yes, sir."

The three then respectfully withdrew from the hall, leaving only Ozma on the throne, lost in deep thought about his distant nemesis and the unknown variables.

The three high-ranking demons, Astros, Belial, and Temat, proved their fearsome reputations were well-deserved as soon as they arrived on the battlefield.

Ordinary clergy squads are often no match for it, and their defeat can happen in an instant.

Among them, Astros is the most enigmatic and difficult to defend against.

Having glimpsed a corner of the power of time, she was like an elusive black phantom on the battlefield, appearing and disappearing without a trace.

She always manages to emerge from the shadows like a ghost at the moment when the clergy are least expecting it and when their defenses are weakest, delivering a fatal blow from behind.

Their elusive and ruthless assassinations instilled a deep sense of fear and powerlessness among the clergy, earning them the moniker "Black Terror."

Belial is known for his most direct violence. He wields a terrifying greatsword commensurate with his massive size, each strike containing the destructive power to shatter mountains and split the earth, advocating the crushing and destruction of all obstacles with absolute force.

Taimat, on the other hand, was indulging in another kind of cruel art.

He does not seek quick victories; instead, he delights in toying with his prey with his superb combat skills and immense strength, slowly stripping them of hope, plunging them into an abyss of endless pain and despair, and ultimately bringing about their demise in collapse.

His battle was, in itself, a ritual that instilled despair.

Therefore, these three high-ranking demons, representing different dimensions of terror, are collectively referred to by the clergy with both awe and hatred as the "Three Dark Knights".

Their appearance also signifies that the confrontation between the clergy and the imposters has suddenly escalated to a more brutal and dangerous level.