How can you become stronger if you don't build up bonds?

Eugene Kredy: "Well, the detailed test results from the church are in. Luya's resistance to various abnormalities is stronger than expected. Even among the people in the church, there are few who can compare to her."

"I'm thinking, should we give her some specialized training..."

Lin Wei: "What are you trying to say?"

"Uh... of course, it's about cultivating some hobbies! Hahaha, after all, she can't hear or speak, so a lot of ordinary forms of entertainment won't work for her, right!"

"I can handle these things myself. Also, I need to be present at her regular check-ups from now on."

"I understand, I have no objections, I'll do whatever you say!"

…………

A memory of a conversation I had with my father, Eugene, two and a half years ago suddenly came to mind.

Lin Wei was well aware of Eugene's true thoughts at the time; he wanted to train Luya to be a "meat shield" specifically for dealing with magical attacks.

Such things were common in Wallis's high society; it was considered natural for slaves to shield their masters from missiles, and even if they died as a result, it would only be seen as an honor for them.

But Lin Wei would never accept this idea.

Eugene was one of the people who understood Lin Wei best in the world. Seeing that Lin Wei's expression was not right, he immediately changed his mind. Afterwards, he was sure to keep his promise and never mentioned training again. He treated Luya in a similar way to how he treated his daughter.

Five minutes later, Luya was completely back to normal.

Apart from her timid gaze, which prevented her from making eye contact with Lin Wei for more than five seconds, she seemed to have no lingering effects.

On the other hand, the female assassin's unconscious posture was somewhat of a tribute to a classic martial artist in an orange training suit, creating a comical scene of "the farce is over."

Ale stepped forward and locked her limbs in the magic-suppressing shackles, then immediately ordered the warden to go to the church to summon Zoreni.

While waiting for Zoreni, Lin Wei began to review the bizarre yet ultimately safe assassination attempt.

He guessed that the female assassin had entered the monster prison with the lich, and if she really possessed shadow-attribute escape techniques, this wouldn't be difficult for her to do.

Further back, Lin Wei was inclined to believe that this second-tier lich was bait set up by the assassin woman, waiting for the Righteous Guard to come and capture her alive, thus completing all the preliminary preparations for waiting for the rabbit to run into the tree stump without anyone noticing.

Lin Wei had to admit that it was a perfectly planned assassination; no one could have predicted the attack that would have come from the shadows behind the lich.

Unfortunately, Lin Wei's security forces were still too strong.

In truly high-level games, the competition often comes down to the purest form of on-the-spot reaction and the most irrational innate talent.

Ahead of him, Alaina's abnormally inhuman, eternal vigilance and his extreme reaction speed helped Lin Wei escape the poison dagger's attack.

The powerful protective gear that Lin Wei carried was just enough to neutralize the shadow magic she unleashed.

The assassin's final attack, which seemed to be the easiest to deflect, was actually the most dangerous.

Before that mental attack targeting the soul was launched, she and Lin Wei and his group engaged in a great deal of psychological warfare.

Everyone was on guard against her possible last-ditch counterattack, speculating whether she would use hidden weapons or magic.

No one expected that her final killing move would come from a zero-frame gaze.

This is a top-notch tutorial on fast and slow knife techniques.

If Lin Wei hadn't sensed something was wrong by monitoring the hatred data, and if Luya hadn't been paying close attention to Lin Wei's subtle emotional changes and decisively stepped in front of him in time, Lin Wei's mental defenses, which were as fragile as paper, would probably have died on the spot.

This "arch-rival" really did his best.

But what should be done next?

Looking at the hatred value data that had returned to zero, Lin Wei fell into deep thought.

Actually, as long as Luya is alright, Lin Wei doesn't really hate the person who tried to kill him.

This has nothing to do with whether he has a good or bad temper, or whether the face under the assassin's mask is pretty.

It was purely a rational choice.

Over the past decade, Lin Wei has already modeled and predicted the 1000-point hatred value indicator using numerous examples.

It can basically be seen as an expression of deep-seated hatred.

Although Lin Wei didn't know how he could get involved with a blood feud, based on this model, someone with a blood feud and the ability to actively seek revenge could not be a simple character.

Since you've chosen the path of "not being a turtle" and want to become stronger through cheat codes, you're risking your life.

If I can live, I will do my best to live; I will try every means to stay alive.

But what can you do when you encounter a nemesis you can't handle at all? Just give in, there's nothing you can do.

In short, Lin Wei had long ago made perfect mental preparations and managed his expectations.

This is the only point where he doesn't need to make a fuss in front of outsiders; he presents himself as completely natural.

Therefore, he was quite pleased with the whispers of the guards around him:

"To remain calm throughout such a terrifying assassination attempt, Prince Lin Wei is truly remarkable."

"I heard from a few of them that the assassin probably used mental magic at the end, the kind that strikes directly at the soul, and he fainted because he was affected by the backlash."

"If the maid, protected by His Highness, is already this strong, how unfathomable must His Highness himself be..."

"Your Highness is too merciful. If it were me, I would have ordered the assassin to be executed long ago."

"Speaking of which, the assassin's face is actually quite pretty."

It really is.

Arree briefly removed the assassin's mask; the face was indeed very alluring, and the person didn't look very old. He was currently guessing that the person wasn't from the royal city.

She is not in immediate danger, but it's uncertain whether she will be able to function normally after waking up.

Even Archbishop Green could not guarantee a cure for any damage involving the soul.

Lin Wei hoped she was alright.

About forty minutes later, Zoreni, carrying a staff and wearing a silver-trimmed priestess robe, arrived breathlessly.

"Your Highness, are you alright?"

Lin Wei gestured to her that she didn't need to bow:

"I'm fine. Did you come from a very far place?"

"Yes, today is the field training day for novice clergy."

"Thanks for your hard work."

Zoreni straightened up, glancing instinctively at the depths of the prison, a hint of concern flashing in her eyes. But she quickly looked away, focusing intently on Luya beside her.

"Miss Luya, let me examine your body."

Luya secretly glanced up at Lin Wei's expression and nodded slightly to Zoreni.

Zoreni held her staff in her left hand and placed her right hand on Luya's shoulder, reciting a prayer.

As Lin Wei watched the examination procedure with white orbs of light constantly appearing, his thoughts wandered.

Zoreni is really useful as a subordinate.

Not only are they available whenever needed, but they are also multi-talented individuals who can fight, heal, and get things done.

Lin Wei could hardly be dissatisfied with such top talent serving him.

With her neat short hair, handsome face, and even a half-inch taller than Lin Wei, she was a completely different style of woman from Luya.

But compared to her outward appearance, her powerful physique beneath her holy robes is far more imposing.

Check out a priest who focuses on physical damage.

When it comes to exorcising demons and warding off evil, action is preferred over words.

The 25-year-old had recently been promoted to priest at the Holy Church Fengdu Headquarters, which is the third rank in the church from the bottom up.

This promotion is actually quite astonishing. In the ancient organization of the Holy Church, the organizational structure and ranking rules are complex and strict, and the competition is so fierce that it is suffocating.

Generally, only those who meet the requirements in terms of divine skills, qualifications, background, and maintain a good network and reputation can get a promotion opportunity.

However, Zoreni only perfectly meets the standard in terms of divine magic level. Although her background is that she was picked up and personally taught by Archbishop Grin when she was a child, considering that Grin's status is too high, she should take the initiative to avoid suspicion and not include her background in the consideration.

Needless to say, her qualifications are exceptional. The Holy Church of Wallis has never had a case of someone being promoted to priest before the age of 30. Zoreni's promotion is probably rare even on the entire continent.

Zoreni is also "highly criticized" for her connections and public image.

She is a straightforward person who believes in the supremacy of merit, making it difficult for her to communicate with the older generation who are always competing to see who can tell the best riddles.

She was too strict with her junior trainee pastors, and her emphasis on field training drew complaints from them.

They could have been giving beautiful shields and blessings to believers in a luxurious and comfortable church, enjoying their gratitude and praise, but Zoreni forcibly dragged them to the harsh countryside to fight against many monsters, getting them filthy and sometimes even at risk of injury.

These junior trainees privately called her "the devil in the holy robe".

However, all of the above reversed two years ago after Zoreni officially took on the role of the Duke's liaison priest.

Not only was the priest promoted to a position with a swift and unanimous vote, but the work and public opinion environment was also completely transformed.

The older men who dealt with her began to understand her better, and the younger men started vying to curry favor with her, calling her "Lady Zoreni" and "Sister Zoreni" at every turn.

The root of the change still lies with Lin Wei.

The elders of the church knew Lin Wei's status as a chosen one of God, and it was also easy for them to know that Zoreni had accompanied Lin Wei to the Southern Territory and had a close relationship with the Duke's mansion and Lin Wei himself.

No old Deng would dare to make things difficult for the favorites around the god-favored one.

As for the younger generation, eleven out of ten are Lin Wei's supporters, so changing their tune becomes effortless for them.

The official explanation is that Zoreni greatly admires Prince Linwei and was fortunate enough to gain his appreciation and receive his exclusive protection during her long service.

This statement isn't wrong in Lin Wei's case; it's just that the process was completely wrong, but the result was completely right.

Still the same high level of enthusiasm.

……

Five minutes later, the examination was completed.

Zoreni smiled at Luya with a hint of respect, then turned to look at Lin Wei:

"Your Highness, Miss Luya is perfectly healthy."

"Okay, go to Ale's place, he's waiting for you."

The words "He's waiting for you" made Zoreni's eyes twitch, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously turned up slightly.

"Yes!" Zoreni bowed respectfully to Lin Wei again and strode into the prison.

Lin Weize and Luya followed five or six steps behind.

The prison cell where liches were imprisoned.

"Are, I'm here. Are you hurt?" Seeing Are's back, Zoreni rushed to greet him even faster.

"I'm not hurt, you came way too soon..."

Yare was clearly getting impatient and instinctively wanted to complain about Zoreni's travel speed, but before he could say anything, he caught a glimpse of Lin Wei's obviously stern face behind him.

Alehu's body trembled, remembering Lin Wei's reminder not to always say that Zoreni was slow.

"You've come just in time... cough cough cough... it's perfect timing."

"A cough? Quick, let me check you out!"

Suddenly, holy light began to shimmer around Zoreni again.

Upon hearing that Zoreni wanted to examine him first, Yare became anxious again. Just as he was about to tell her not to waste her time, Lin Wei interrupted him with a cough from a distance.

"Then, then you should check it out..." Ale said, feeling both frustrated and anxious.

He was stunned.

Lin Wei couldn't help but shake his head twice.

Lin Wei rarely uses the phrase "a match made in heaven" to describe two people.

They are each other's saviors, each other's most trusted comrades, both body-training enthusiasts and battle maniacs, and both role models of the younger generation of heroes handpicked by the king. This buff is almost stacked to the sky.

Everyone in the world knows that Zoreni likes Aray, except for Aray himself.

However, Alec has made it clear that he has absolutely no interest in the sweet and soft aristocratic ladies.

He assumed that Lin Wei was testing his loyalty when Lin Wei talked to him about marriage, and then he started making all sorts of declarations of his loyalty.

Sometimes Lin Wei wanted to give him a couple of slaps, but he was afraid of letting him have his fill. With his personality, he was actually capable of being punished by Lin Wei while simultaneously being tearfully grateful for Lin Wei's hard work in spurring him on.

Therefore, Lin Wei could only resort to indirect matchmaking, using some rhetoric and planning some short skits.

So far, it seems to be working. Zoreni is very smart and understands Lin Wei's good intentions. Her loyalty is beyond question.

"Your lungs are fine too, they're perfectly healthy." Zoreni reluctantly removed the hand that had been stroking Ale's chest.

"Yes, no problem, let's get to work."

"I understand." Zoreni looked at the female assassin in the cell.

She had already learned the gist of what had happened from the warden, and her current task was clear: to first place a series of magical seals on this assassin who had appeared out of nowhere, ensuring that she would lose all her fighting ability even if she woke up.

Then we'll examine her body again to see if we can wake her up.

It took a full half hour to seal it, but fortunately Zoreni was in good spirits and had Ale by her side, so she didn't show any signs of fatigue.

From this moment on, the assassin in front of her completely lost her danger. Not only were all the magical circuits in her body sealed, but her physical strength was also reduced to the level of an underage child.

Yare was finally relieved and allowed Lin Wei to go forward and check.

Gathering the last bit of mana in her body, Zoreni cast a low-level level detection spell at the assassin woman.

The detection results show that the female assassin is level 30 or higher.

"She's reached level 30 at such a young age, her talent is terrifying—" Zoreni was somewhat surprised.

"Hmph, with such excellent talent, instead of fighting liches and protecting the weak, he came to the capital to assassinate Prince Lin Wei. Such a despicable person should be punished by all!"

Alejandro's wicked nature simply could not tolerate such a person continuing to live in the world.

"The reasoning is indeed correct, but we'll have to hear Your Highness's specific advice on how to proceed."

Although Zoreni's words were a rebuttal, her eyes made no attempt to hide her agreement with Ale.

"Your Highness, the assassin is currently in stable condition and has successfully withstood the backlash to his soul. He is expected to wake up on his own within one or two days. What do you think...?"