It Was Time for Me to Take the Initiative-A World Map?

It took quite a bit of effort.

Tang Zheng gradually adapted to the multi-view situation, but the dizziness still hadn't subsided.

"Shut down a portion first."

A simple command severed the visual connection with most of the Death Omen Sparrow, and the dizziness immediately subsided.

Looking at the numerous Death Omen Sparrow before him.

Tang Zheng raised his hand and gently rubbed his temples to relieve the dizziness caused by the numerous sights he had just witnessed. He then raised his palm and pointed it forward. "Ninjutsu: Shadow Concealment."

This is Ninjutsu that allows one to move short distances from one shadow to another, and it can be used not only on oneself but also on others.

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

One by one, the grayish-brown Death Omen Sparrow transformed into small black shadows, disappearing into the darkness under the cover of night.

After being moved to the outside world!

Numerous Death Omen Sparrow, centered around the Guest House of the Theocracy, quickly dispersed, covering the entire area within sight.

As Third-Tier summoned beast, the Death Omen Sparrow possesses superior stealth capabilities, making it harder to detect. However, its weaknesses are also more pronounced, and its strength is roughly equivalent to that of an ordinary sparrow.

An ordinary person could kill them easily.

"Sure enough, there are now more people monitoring the area outside."

By constantly switching between the perspectives of the Death Omen Sparrow, Tang Zheng observed more of the Theocracy's surveillance personnel, his eyes narrowing like blades:

"If you want to leave normally, the Theocracy will definitely prevent you."

The result was as expected.

Whether considering their own interests or from a human perspective, the Theocracy will certainly not allow him to leave.

Tang Zheng truly hadn't expected that the Theocracy would use infants to fuse with the "Assimilation Potion," and the results were indeed quite astonishing.

But this is definitely not what Tang Zheng wants to see!

On a smaller scale, this is the bottom line for humanity; on a larger scale, even if the Theocracy creates more and more Principality, their effect on the future "Nazarick Great Underground Tomb" will be limited.

"Oh."

Tang Zheng let out a cold laugh.

The two Cardinal did not show an overly tough attitude, simply because they thought they had him cornered.

"But that's true."

"Anyone from that New World who witnessed the unparalleled, terrifying power displayed by Zesshi Zetsumei would probably surrender without even having the thought of resistance."

Others fear this power.

Tang Zheng didn't care. If he really wanted to leave, unless the True Dragon Lord appeared, even the Zesshi Zetsumei wouldn't be able to stop him.

"Based on the previous situation, Zesshi Zetsumei should have destroyed all the Principality that he created."

Why do this?

Tang Zheng didn't believe Zesshi Zetsumei's answer that he would treat her "as a toy".

Given his personality, which abhors Zesshi Zetsumei "troublesome," he probably wouldn't do something like this voluntarily. Is it an internal conflict of consciousness?

He shook his head.

He had no interest in the factions within the Theocracy.

Since arriving in the Slane Theocracy, Tang Zheng had been observing the situation, noting that there were still more than two years until the arrival of the Bone Lord.

He needs to connect human forces as much as possible, and taking control of Abelion Hills is naturally the first step, partly for the purpose of the Breeding Plan.

However, they unexpectedly discovered a method to gain Experience Points through rituals, so this plan was temporarily shelved; raising livestock was clearly more troublesome.

Secondly, the Holy Kingdom, the Abelion Hills, and the Slane Theocracy were connected to form a defensive line.

As for the Draconic Kingdom, which is located on the same straight line?

Tang Zheng did not include it in his plans.

As Chief Justice Gurid mentioned, both the Council State and the Draconic Kingdom were founded 200 years ago during the era of the Thirteen Heroes.

One is in the northwest corner of the area inhabited by humans, and the other is in the southeast corner.

Tang Zheng knew this perfectly well.

The Council State is merely a base for the Platinum Dragon Lord's operations and experiments. Could this suggest that the Draconic Kingdom might also be a secret arrangement by the Brightness Dragon Lord?

"That information about ' Assimilation Potion ' did give me a heads-up."

"The next phase -"

A faint smile flashed across Tang Zheng's face. He knew that part of the information was omitted, but as the creator of the potion, he could deduce some information from it:

"It's time for me to take the initiative."

"Hopefully, the vice-commander of that Holy Kingdom will seize this opportunity."

"Kindness?"

Tang Zheng suddenly closed his eyes, his gaze settling on a Death Omen Sparrow.

He saw Chief Justice Gurid, dressed in Cleric adorned with black markings, walking alone toward the Guest House.

See the other person.

Tang Zheng seemed to be deep in thought. He reopened his eyes and looked at the court-style desserts on the table.

The crispy tart shell is drizzled with amber-colored honey, and its shape is somewhat similar to a honeycomb, with white cream visible at the edges.

"The dessert is nice."

Tang Zheng picked up a dessert, leaned back on the soft sofa, brought it to his lips, and quietly waited for the other person to arrive.

Putting aside other aspects, the environment of this Guest House, as well as the food it provides, demonstrate the Theocracy's utmost sincerity.

Take a bite.

A combination of crispy and sweet flavors.

Tang Zheng straightened his brow, put the half-eaten dessert back down, picked up the pure white porcelain teacup on the table, and rinsed his mouth.

It is too sweet.

He still prefers a lighter taste; this kind of dessert with an overload of sweetness and toppings is too intense for Tang Zheng.

"As for food, it seems the Six Great Gods haven't passed down any particularly normal dishes. Given the Cyberpunk setting... um-..."

Tang Zheng turned his gaze away from the desserts, muttering to himself with a hint of disapproval, "Thinking about it, it makes sense. Foods with such heavy ingredients might suit the tastes of these Player."

It didn't take long.

The sound of footsteps in the corridor reached Tang Zheng's ears.

Clang! Clang!

Knock gently on the door.

Tang Zheng suppressed his indifferent expression, feigning a cold demeanor, and got up to walk towards the door.

With a "click".

As the door opened, Chief Justice Gurid, an elderly man with a scholarly air, stood smiling in the doorway.

"Team Leader Tang."

When Chief Justice Gurid saw Tang Zheng open the door with a cold expression, he smiled and said softly, "Sorry to bother you so late."

"Your Excellency the Chief Justice?"

"If we're talking about what happened today, then I don't think there's any need to discuss it." Tang Zheng feigned surprise.

Then he spoke without any mercy.

Chief Justice Gurid's smiling expression froze, as if he had just realized something. "So, today's negotiations didn't go smoothly?"

"Although I don't know what happened, This Old Woman 'm not in charge of negotiations. I've come today with a gift I'd like to give to Team Leader Tang."

Chief Justice Gurid shook his head and pulled a parchment scroll from his sleeve.

The rough edges on both sides of this scroll are slightly blackened, giving it a very old and vintage look.

Gift?

A hint of surprise and unease flashed in Tang Zheng's eyes, while a sense of vigilance rose in his heart.

The gift he received out of the blue, and the fact that it appeared to be an ancient item, left Tang Zheng unsure whether the scroll contained any special magic.

"It's just an ordinary parchment scroll."

Chief Justice Gurid lifted his loose sleeves, his withered hand grasping the parchment scroll, and placed it on a small wooden shelf for miscellaneous items beside the door:

"This is an old map. Although its contents are not accurate, it would still be a nice gift for collectors."

Chief Justice Gurid smiled, put down the gift, and before Tang Zheng could speak, he turned and left down the corridor.

Until the figure disappeared down the corridor.

The cold, wary look on Tang Zheng's face vanished, and he stared blankly at the scroll placed on the wooden shelf.

Indeed, there was no magical fluctuation; it should be an ordinary parchment scroll.

but.

"First-Tier Angel Summoning!" Tang Zheng activated the magic.

A white light Flash.

An ordinary Angel appeared and picked up the parchment scroll that was placed on the wooden shelf.

Click!

Close the door.

Tang Zheng turned and walked back into the living room. The ordinary Angel holding the parchment scroll followed him in, hovering in mid-air. "Open the scroll."

Instructions issued.

The ordinary Angel reached out and unfurled the parchment scroll; the unfolded area was slightly too large, making the scroll appear even more ancient.

Nothing happened.

Tang Zheng had an ordinary Angel hand over the scroll, and at the same time, he dispelled the Angel's summons.

An ancient parchment scroll lay flat on the table, with a peculiar map drawn on it, devoid of any markings of mountains or terrain.

It has a simple outline, which looks like a random sketch and does not conform to the structure of a normal map at all.

However, in the upper left corner of this simple map,

Only one small area was specifically marked!

"Is this map a map of New World?"

Tang Zheng's pupils contracted slightly, and a look of understanding appeared on his face.

If others saw this intention, they would probably only think it was a simple drawing, or that they were comparing the general outline of this map with maps of various countries around the world.

But look at that specially marked northwest corner!

Tang Zheng had already realized that this map did not depict any current human country or region, but rather the outline of the entire New World.

A solitary northwest corner, occupying only a tiny fraction of the entire map.

pity.

This map is just a simple outline, more like a doodle drawn on the spot while listening to someone else's description, and it doesn't have much reference value at all.

"Chief Justice"

Tang Zheng's Divine Flash, his doubts deepening. To be honest, he had been puzzled from the very beginning.

Why would the Theocracy send a Chief Justice to greet them?

"Justice, Infant-"

"This is getting more and more interesting. Could the appearance of Zesshi Zetsumei be the work of the other side?"

A thought flashed through Tang Zheng's mind, and his gaze quickly shifted to a Death Omen Sparrow outside the Guest House.

late at night.

10:55.

Chief Justice Gurid walked with a slight hunch on the wide street, the Perpetual Lamp on both sides of the main street constantly stretching and shortening his shadow, shifting its position.

Whoosh!

A barely perceptible sound, a slight vibration in the air.

The Death Omen Sparrow gently flapped its wings, gliding silently high in the sky, its pair of Jet Black eyes fixed on Chief Justice Gurid below.

At this moment.

Even though it was the Divine City of Theocracy, there were few people on the streets. Although there was no curfew in law, very few people would wander around at this time because of the doctrine.

Only the patrol teams, as they passed by, saw Chief Justice Gurid bow respectfully.

With a loud "thump!"

The ancient chimes of John echoed in the sky.

Chief Justice Gurid, with his hands behind his back, finally stopped at the foot of the oldest building in the church, the same spot where Tang Zheng and the Holy Kingdom's party had been welcomed.

Moonlight pierced through the thin clouds.

The cold, clear light scattered, reflecting a pale, cold glow onto the bell tower atop the ancient church under the moonlight.

"Thank God."

Chief Justice Gurid stood at the bottom of the steps, remained silent for a moment, and then suddenly spoke reverently.

I don't know when!

Two figures suddenly appeared behind Chief Justice Gurid.

"That child's appearance, wasn't it your doing?" a cold voice said. "Do you know that you've disrupted our original plans?"

"You should know very well how important that child is. Any leak of information could have unpredictable consequences, even the destruction of the entire Theocracy."

A reprimanding, angry voice came through.

Chief Justice Gurid did not turn around; he placed his hands reverently on his chest and prayed silently, as if he had not heard anything.

The Cardinal of Earth Raymond's eyes twitched, and he was about to speak again.

The Cardinal of Water Zinedine shook his head in a gesture of dissuasion, then quietly stood with his hands behind his back, looking at the ancient church before him.

Time passed little by little.

The prayer is over.

At this point, Chief Justice Gurid lowered his hands from his chest, turned around, and looked at the two Cardinal behind him, who were of higher rank than him.

"Lord Raymond's temper is still as fiery as ever," Chief Justice Gurid said calmly.

He bowed respectfully to the Cardinal of Water Zinedine, on the other side.

Obviously.

Compared to the Cardinal of Earth Raymond, Chief Justice Gurid showed more respect to the Cardinal of Water Zinedine.

That child has his own ideas.

"I am not qualified to provide any guidance," Chief Justice Gurid responded to the question.

The Cardinal of Earth Raymond frowned deeply. He didn't believe the other party's words. Besides, Gurid was acting strangely today.

"Is this your choice?"

The Cardinal of Water Zinedine's sallow face twitched slightly as he spoke in a complex tone.

Chief Justice Gurid simply smiled and didn't respond, instead asking, "What are your plans next?"

"Use that Divine Relic?"

The two Cardinal naturally knew what the other was asking.

"Hmph!" The Cardinal of Earth Raymond sneered, "There are some things you are not qualified to know."

"No."

The Cardinal of Water Zinedine shook his head. "That divine relic was prepared to deal with the Catastrophe Dragon Lord will break the seal in a few years."

"Once it is cast, it can only control one person; the person previously controlled will be automatically released."

"I see." Chief Justice Gurid nodded in understanding.

"Your Zinedine Sineting!" This is one of the highest secrets of the Theocracy, said the Cardinal of Earth Raymond.

No one is qualified to know unless they are at the level of Cardinal, the Cardinal of Water Zinedine, should not have made a mistake in such a matter.

"Ha ha."

"Your Zinedine, do you think I can use the highest blessing, ' To Gii Jii '?" Chief Justice Gurid chuckled.