Thorn Sister

"Oh?"

The Peace Church's High-Ring Arcanists, along with everyone nearby, looked at Shade strangely. Iluna's "Balance" ability had naturally been used many times before, so both the Church and Iluna understood very well what sorts of results different people would produce.

And judging by the result just now—

"Hello."

Mr. Langdao's tone became respectful. Anyone with such a strong inclination toward kindness and order deserved respect anywhere:

"I believe the result is no problem."

"Was that an alignment test?"

Shade asked with feigned curiosity. Iluna nodded.

"I think there's no problem as well."

"Then, sir, please enter the church with us. If you wish to help, we sincerely invite you to resist the coming enemy alongside us. The Church will not mistreat any kind-hearted person who offers assistance."

And just like that, Shade gained their trust.

"No problem. But on my way here just now, I encountered a small, deformed man. He said—"

Shade told the Church that the final attack would arrive in half an hour. Mr. Langdao did not doubt Shade's words, instead asking him to describe Joey Barton's characteristics in greater detail.

The group entered the Nature Church in the Interstice through the main entrance. Compared to when Shade had come here to rescue Priest Augustus, not much had changed.

There was almost no fog indoors. Before them stood white candles of varying heights in elegant golden holders, while colorful religious murals and sculptures in all sorts of styles created a sacred atmosphere. Silver Line crisscrossed overhead, tangled together, with metal, stone, wooden, and even bone charms hanging from them, along with holy emblems, Holy Bells, and other items steeped in Miracle Elements.

As Shade crossed the threshold, the Holy Bells rang like wind chimes. The sound was exceptionally pleasant, and it made everyone watching him cautiously