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Chapter 395 Calamity Witch

Ignoring the Pope's slightly probing gaze, Erin took the opportunity to directly state his intention to leave.

Upon hearing this, Wendy frowned and asked in a deep voice:

"Are you leaving so soon? Was it because we failed to provide adequate hospitality, or did someone offend you?"

As she finished speaking, a hint of anger flashed in Wendy's eyes.

Almost subconsciously, he attributed Erin's sudden departure to the harassment he had received from a group within the Vatican.

In fact, before dawn today, Archbishop Ethan, carrying a large amount of breakfast that suited Erin and Gwen's tastes, bypassed Wendy's men's obstruction and met Erin under the guise of delivering breakfast.

Erin shook his head upon hearing this: "Although Archbishop Ethan talks a lot, I personally feel that he is quite good."

of course.

No one would dislike someone who offers money, land, and connections upon first meeting, and even begs Erin to pave the way for Miracle Corporation.

Although he had a little ulterior motive.

However, if this is all the little tricks they have, Erin wouldn't mind if there were more people like that.

Wendy, whose eyes had initially flashed with anger, was slightly taken aback upon hearing this, and was instead somewhat at a loss for words.

Instead, the Pope looked thoughtfully at Erin and asked, "Is it because of those people outside?"

Erin nodded: "Pretty much. First, there are too many people outside, and I don't want to be surrounded like a curly-haired baboon. Second, after dealing with the demons that escaped from the seal, the Vatican should be safe for the time being, so there's no point in me staying here any longer."

As soon as Erin finished speaking, Wendy said somewhat anxiously:

"But the Vatican Council hasn't convened yet, and we haven't had a chance to formally announce your identity to the bishops at the council?"

As Wendy finished speaking, the Pope chimed in, "After His Highness's arrival yesterday, our Vatican has been working quickly to confirm the date for the next Vatican Council. However, because the schedules of more than 2000 bishops from over 140 countries and regions need to be coordinated, the earliest the council can be held is three days from now."

"I originally intended to wait until the specific date for the Vatican Council was confirmed before speaking to Prince Erin, but now it seems..."

After shaking his head, the Pope continued, "If possible, I hope His Highness Erin can stay a few more days."

The Vatican Council, attended by approximately 2000 bishops from over 140 countries and regions.

Upon hearing the number of attendees at the meeting, Erin promptly shook his head.

Erin has never been particularly interested in these long and tedious meetings.

Moreover, even if I don't participate in this so-called Vatican Council, does the Holy See not recognize my status?

just now.

The Vatican needs its identity as the reincarnation of an angel to maintain the orthodoxy of its faith and enhance its presence and social standing.

It's not that Erin needs the other person.

Thinking of this, Erin said:

"I'm not interested in this kind of meeting, so I won't attend the Vatican Council. If there's anything, just call me directly. In fact, some of the suggestions that Bishop Ethan made this morning were quite good. If Your Holiness the Pope has the time, you might want to consider his suggestions."

Should we take Ethan's opinion into consideration?

Did he leave such a deep impression on Erin after just one meeting?

Upon hearing Ethan's name again from Erin, the Pope's vigilance towards Ethan instantly increased several notches.

After a moment of silence, the Pope nodded and said, "Bishop Ethan's opinion? I'll have a good talk with Bishop Ethan later."

Seeing that Erin had made his decision, the Pope no longer objected, but instead said:

"There are crowds of people outside the Vatican trying to enter for pilgrimage. If Your Highness Erin wishes to leave, please wait a moment. I will arrange for a private plane to take Your Highness to the nearest airport."

Upon hearing this, Erin's eyes lit up, and she chuckled, "If that's possible, that would be wonderful."

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After confirming Erin's determination to leave.

The Pope is very efficient.

Less than an hour later, a white helicopter landed in St. Peter's Square in the Vatican.

Next, this helicopter will take Erin and Gwen to the airport, where they will transfer to a private plane bound for New York.

Just as Erin and Gwen were about to board the helicopter.

The Pope, Wendy, Ethan, and several cardinals and high-ranking officials of the Vatican whom Erin had never met before all came to the square to see Erin and his companion off.

He smiled and said goodbye to several familiar and unfamiliar high-ranking members of the Vatican.

Having received a large number of gifts, Erin and Gwen boarded the white helicopter together.

As the helicopter ascended...

Soon, the Vatican buildings appeared smaller and smaller in Erin's view.

Followed by.

Amidst the screams of countless people outside the Vatican, the white helicopter painted with the Vatican's insignia sped toward the airport.

Inside the airport.

Looking at the pile of gifts from the Pope and the cardinals, Erin smiled at Gwen and said, "Now we don't have to worry about what gifts to bring back for George and the others when we get back."

Besides the valuable gifts given to Arryn and Gwen.

Archbishop Ethan also prepared some commemorative gifts for Erin, bearing the autographs of these cardinals and even the Pope, so that Erin could give them away when he returned to New York.

Erin even saw several sets of toys intended for children.

Clearly, this was a special gift prepared for Gwen's brothers.

have to say.

Archbishop Ethan was indeed very adept at interpersonal relationships.

At least with these gifts, Erin won't have to worry about what to give as gifts when she returns to New York.

Upon hearing this, Gwen smiled and said, "I believe George and Helen will be overjoyed to receive these gifts."

For any devout believer, a souvenir personally signed by the Pope and a cardinal is a precious gift.

Gwen could even picture her parents showing off these things to their relatives and friends.

After laughing, Erin looked at the scenery rushing past the window and said, "What a pity. I was planning to spend a few days in the Vatican and Rome, but we have to leave before we've had a chance to do much."

At this point, Erin turned to Gwen and said, "What do you think? After we get to the airport, should we go see other places? There are still more than ten days until the school holidays."

Gwen shook her head upon hearing this: "Let's just go back to New York. If we don't go back soon, Helen will go crazy. She'll be going back to work soon, and she won't be able to take care of the little ones then."

"Work? Has the district attorney's office resumed operations?"

Helen works for the New York District Attorney. Although Erin always sees Helen when she goes to Gwen's house, Helen is actually very busy.

She simply gave up many opportunities for promotion for the sake of her family.

On the contrary, during the period following the Battle of New York, she took advantage of the chaos in the judicial system to take a rare long vacation.

However, it's clear that the long holiday is now over.

"Not just the District Attorney, most departments in New York have now returned to normal operation. In fact, even schools have been almost completely repaired."

"However, many school teachers and their families died in the Battle of New York. They have been busy with funerals, and there is also a shortage of teachers. Otherwise, we would have gone back to class."

After hearing Gwen's description, Erin shrugged.

Ok.

In this respect, the New York City government has indeed acted swiftly, at least living up to its reputation as the world's leading megacity.

but.

What Erin didn't know was that the reason the New York City government and the federal government were so actively restoring New York's infrastructure and the operation of various departments was not to protect people's livelihoods.

They value New York's economy.

New York is not only the world's leading megacity, but also the economic capital of the Union.

Every day since the Battle of New York.

For the New York City government, the economic losses are catastrophic.

In order to revive New York's economy as soon as possible.

The New York City government and the federal government had to mobilize a great deal of manpower and resources to do everything in their power to help New York recover and get back to normal.

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After half an hour.

Through the airport's exclusive passage, Erin and Gwen boarded a private plane bound for New York.

After Erin and Gwen took a nap on the plane, the private jet bound for New York had already appeared in the skies above New York.

Compared to half a month ago.

At this time, New York seemed to have emerged from the shadow of war.

Although collapsed buildings are still everywhere, at least the streets have been cleared again, and there are more pedestrians on the streets than they were half a month ago.

"Welcome back, Boss!"

As soon as Erin stepped out of the airport, he met Fregra, who had come specifically to greet him.

Looking at Fregra's beaming smile and his radiant face, Erin raised an eyebrow and said, "Long time no see, Fregra. You look great."

Fregra laughed and said, "Maybe this is what they mean by being in high spirits when something good happens."

"Good news?" Erin looked at Fregra in surprise and said, "Did you find Lilith a stepmother?"

"How is that possible?"

Fregra, somewhat amused and exasperated by Erin's words, said helplessly, "My condition is not suitable for finding another person. The good news I mentioned is that Dr. Banner has made good progress in the Amazon. Of course, for me, the more important thing is that Lilith's body has finally returned to normal."

Given Dr. Banner's capabilities, it's no surprise that Erin has made good progress on the Amazon side.

after all.

When it comes to hand-to-hand combat, the Hulk has never been afraid of anyone.

No matter how large the python guarding the Blood Orchid is, it will ultimately be beaten to a pulp by the enraged Hulk.

On the contrary, Lilith's physical condition immediately caught Erin's attention.

Upon hearing that Lilith's body had returned to normal, Erin immediately became serious and asked, "Lilith's body is back to normal? What happened? Did the misfortune that plagued her disappear?"

Erin knew Lilith's physical condition all too well.

If the calamity that keeps gathering towards her is not eliminated, Lilith's body will never be able to return to normal.

Even if Erin cleanses her body with holy light every now and then, it's only a temporary solution.

To date, Erin has not yet found a way to completely resolve the hidden danger of the calamity energy within Lilith's body.

When Erin asked, Fregra shook his head. "It's not that it disappeared. It's hard to say for sure right now. Let's talk about it in the car later. This isn't a good place to talk."

The airport was bustling with people.

Although Erin and his group used a special passage with fewer pedestrians on both sides, it wasn't really a good place to discuss this topic.

After scanning the crowd around him, Erin nodded and stopped talking about the topic, instead discussing other things with Fregra.

Because Fregra brought a lot of bodyguards, although some people recognized Erin at the airport and caused a commotion, they still managed to leave the airport smoothly.

After leaving the airport.

Fregra's bodyguards, in two black sedans, escorted the stretch Lincoln that Erin and his group were traveling in, one in front and one behind.

Shortly after leaving the airport, the bodyguards in the car following Erin and his group contacted Fregra through the internal communication channel.

Soon, a deep voice sounded in Fregra's earpiece.

"Lord Fregra, a police car has been following us since we left the airport. Should we distract him, or should we have the Shadow Squad take him away..."

This time, it wasn't just the bodyguards who came to pick up Erin that were on the surface; there was also an elite squad trained by Kiris secretly following them.

On the surface, these bodyguards are not supposed to attack police cars, but the Shadow Squad in the shadows has no such scruples.

If anyone poses a threat to Erin, even the president of the Federation, the Shadow Squad would dare to shoot him dead.

but.

Before the bodyguard could finish consulting with Fregra, Gwen's phone, which was sitting next to Erin, started ringing.

"It's my mother."

After glancing at the caller ID on the screen, Gwen gestured to Erin and then answered the call.

"Hi, Mom, what's up? I've arrived in New York and will be home soon."

Helen: "I know you're in New York now. Your dad just called me."

Gwen asked in surprise, "Dad, how did he know I was back?"

Helen: "Actually, your dad was at the airport just now. He wanted to pick you up, but you didn't seem to see him. He's probably following you in his car now. Even though there are a lot of people at the airport, honey, you'd better call him and comfort him, otherwise he'll be sad..."

Upon hearing this, Fregra, who was sitting opposite Erin, quickly sent a message to the bodyguards in the back row on his phone.

This prompted them to immediately cancel their operation against the police vehicle.

(End of this chapter)