Honestly, if he still didn't need to spare Rhine's dignity a little, Luo Qi would have wanted to lay down a bedroll right beneath Obedience of Heavenly Voice. Stability above all else.
Fortunately, Contract Land had arranged accommodations not far from Obedience of Heavenly Voice. From the room's window, he could see the pillar that rose straight into the clouds. That eased Luo Qi's unease and dissatisfaction somewhat. At least he could finally get a good night's sleep.
But before he could even lie down, Contract Land sent another notice, inviting him to a brief introductory meeting.
Naturally, Luo Qi didn't want to go, but he had no way to refuse. He could only leave with a bellyful of frustration.
Still, going didn't mean he had to stop complaining. Luo Qi directly asked the Guardian who had come to guide him, "What kind of meeting has to be held now? Can't we just hold the assembly directly?"
"The formal assembly will be held the day after tomorrow," the Guardian replied. "This introductory meeting is merely for the representatives of each church to meet one another first and become familiar with each other's faces."
"Who's here?"
"Other than Senluo and Star Relic, which is still on the way, representatives from all the other churches are present."
Luo Qi narrowed his eyes slightly.
Other than the already nonexistent Senluo—Wildfire—the only one excluded was Star Relic? Star Relic would be arriving soon enough, yet Contract Land had not waited for them and had instead convened this meeting directly. Luo Qi could already guess most of what it would be about.
Tsk. Contract Land had reacted quickly indeed. Had Ring Finger made her move?
Yes, Luo Qi had already guessed that Ring Finger came from Contract Land.
But who exactly was she? Could she