At the center of Beinz Blood Lake stood a small island. It was also the lake's only island. Because of its unique location, the island was regarded as the holiest of holy grounds. The Radiant Church believed it was where the Goddess rested her feet in this world, so they had built a magnificent little church there as the Goddess's earthly palace.
A holy ground like this was naturally guarded by heavy forces. The entire outer perimeter of the island was watched over by the Radiant Church's most powerful knights. Walking in openly under their noses was nearly impossible. Even Vivian's ability to conceal herself at night might not be enough to fool these Church experts. Hao Ren, however, had another way in.
In a depression on the shore of Blood Lake that blocked the view quite well, Hao Ren led his group of tenants there in secret. He pulled out the Data Terminal. "Fly into the church first. If you confirm that no one's inside, teleport us in. Be careful and don't let anyone spot you."
"What if this unit gets shot down?"
Hao Ren consoled it kindly. "Don't worry. I'll ask Raven 12345 for a new one."
"Damn you!"
Hao Ren rolled his eyes at the Data Terminal. "Because I firmly believe there's no way you could possibly get shot down. Hurry up and stop stalling."
The Data Terminal shook itself provocatively at Hao Ren in midair before reluctantly shutting off all its lights. Concealed by the night, it streaked across the sky toward the island at the center of the lake.
According to the information they had gathered earlier, although the island at the heart of the lake was surrounded by heavy guards, the church in the center was the only place without anyone stationed inside. As