Kallen changed into a set of black clerical robes. The gathering required matching attire this time. Rather than providing security for Woforen, Chief Bishop of the York City District, they were more like an honor guard representing the district at an event.
After all, Kallen and the others hardly needed to worry about actual security. Quite a few forces from the church were attending the negotiations, and although Dark Moon Island was nominally neutral third-party territory, it was in fact an ally of the Order God Church. The island would certainly take full responsibility for both sides' safety-well, at least for the Order God Church's safety.
Peige and Fanny drove over to pick Kallen up, though not in the VIP Carriage. After all, the vehicle was not suited to being teleported over.
The rides might initially have been a matter of convenience, but as Kallen played an increasingly important role in the squad and his standing rose, such "squad services and preferential treatment" naturally followed.
"You're bringing the sword too?" Peige asked when she saw Kallen climb into the car with the sword case on his back.
"Yes, I'm bringing it."
Although using the sword on Dark Moon Island would be inappropriate, it was, after all, a "token" the island had given him. Both out of sentiment and reason, he might as well bring it if he could.
The car stopped outside the New Church Administration Building. Everyone carried their luggage inside and took the elevator to the eighteenth floor. A turn after stepping out brought them to Neo's office.
It lacked the prestige of the old Church Administration Building office's "direct-access elevator," but the new office was larger and even had its own recreation room.
Kunxi, Zema, and the others were playing pool.
The captain was not in the