The guardian monks hesitated slightly upon hearing this.
The next moment, their gazes fell on Cooper.
The guy was dressed in camouflage, with an outrageously imposing build and an undisguised military bearing.
Could this Chinese kid have ties to the War Department?
Like those spoiled young masters who lusted after the Saintess's beauty and used any excuse to approach her—this had happened many times before!
"Heh heh."
A burst of laughter rang out as an elderly European Nation man in an expensive black suit slowly stepped forward. He too was potbellied, with a head of blond hair.
Behind him followed a group of black-clad bodyguards, along with several young monks.
The European Nation man, who carried himself like a leader, looked at Liu Di. "I am Morrison Baker, Lieutenant Governor of California."
Liu Di returned his gaze with a faint smile but did not answer.
It was normal for major religions to have close ties with the authorities.
Seeing how calm this young man remained, Lieutenant Governor Baker paused before saying, "My friend, the facts are indeed as you said. An official recommendation can allow someone to join Hinduism directly. But today is different. That is no longer possible."
"Because if I, Baker, do not recommend you, then no one gets in."
"I can see you have connections too, but there is no need to report the name behind you. It would only be embarrassing later. Please leave."
The lieutenant governor smiled again. "Of course, unless your connection is the Governor himself. But as far as I know, the Governor is currently on his way to meet with Mr. Leip."
As he spoke, Governor Baker suddenly caught sight of the half-dead-looking, masked European Nation fatty behind Liu Di.
His expression froze slightly.
Impossible.
He was certain of it. Although Mr.