The scene at the auction where the stone Dream Awakening was shattered.
The Rhine Empire's representatives were naturally given a luxurious private room, which was quite crowded.
To Jason's delight, Monica had woken up a day earlier and had successfully fused the two Profound Mysteries of Wind Element: "Sound Waves" and "Vocal Music"!
Inside the private room, some others were watching the various bidders in the venue, while others were taking this opportunity to gather intelligence on all sides in order to analyze how much to invest in Linley, this Saint-level- level talent. Even the dignified Saint-level Barek was mediating, after all, he was an envoy appointed by the emperor and could not simply be a hands-off manager.
Only Jason's family didn't care about any of that. They put up a soundproof and sight-blocking barrier and started chatting.
"Dad, it's been over three hundred years, and you haven't changed much at all," Monica said suspiciously.
"Because I broke through to the Saint-level!"
"But your appearance should change before you break through to the Saint-level. After breaking through to the Saint-level, you can only keep your appearance unchanged and may even age to some extent. You can't turn back the clock—well, unless you were already Saint-level back in ' Cangbai City '!" Monica pinched Jason's cheek and pulled it hard.
"We were afraid you'd get arrogant," Jason said awkwardly.
"So, you really are the son of Jason - Rhein, the Maisiji Emperor of the Rhine Empire nine hundred years ago, and the brother of Empress Lucy?" Monica muttered.
You guessed it!
"I know quite a few people from the Saint-level, and some of them have mentioned you. Besides, you're so familiar with Mr. Barek." Monica looked at Barek and the others in the distance.
Veronica explained, "The starting point of the Dragonblood Warrior bloodline is too high, but your talent in the seven elements and four rules is too low. If you don't cultivate good habits before reaching the Saint-level Saint-level, you might become a Dragonblood Warrior who only relies on talent, instead of a true powerhouse capable of challenging for Deity-level!"
Monica stopped what she was doing and bowed deeply. "Mom and Dad, thank you. I was so naive back then. It wasn't until I got to the Saint-level that I realized how precious that time in Cangbai City was."
"Alright, alright, my sweet daughter." Jason and his family of three hugged each other.
Monica suddenly asked, "By the way, Mom and Dad, the story about the two Vatican councils hunting you down isn't fake either, is it?"
Veronica shook her head. "That's true, but it happened a long time ago. Back then, I killed a ninth-level angel from the Radiant Church, and your father killed a Saint-level. Since my human form also broke through to the Saint-level, the Radiant Church hasn't appeared again."
"Then, who is the Deity-level who harbors hostility towards the Four Ultimate Warrior Clans? Was it that Deity-level powerhouse from the Rhine Empire who protected you?"
Veronica looked at Jason.
Jason nodded. "Yes, but that Deity-level being clearly hasn't taken any further action; he's merely offered some protection."
"Is that so?" Monica was a little downcast, but quickly regained her confidence. "It's okay. The fact that I wasn't kicked out of the Rhine Empire Rhine Empire after sending Wharton there shows that the Deity-level person there is quite good."
After this breakthrough, I've begun to merge two Profound Mysteries. According to the Profound Mysteries books you gave me, Dad, I'm very close to Deity-level! I can offer my allegiance to that Deity-level figure in the Rhine Empire, which should be enough to secure his protection of the Four Ultimate Warriors."
Jason and Veronica looked at each other in bewilderment.
"Protecting the Four Ultimate Warrior Clans? I think that's not bad." Barek walked over.
For the Saint-level, the protective barrier surrounding Jason and his group was nothing.
"Mr. Barek."
"Call him Uncle."
"Uncle Barek!"
"Hehe, Monica is truly your child, a genius! She's already starting to Fusion Profound Mysteries so early." Barett smiled broadly. "I think her suggestion is quite good. Why don't you discuss it with our Deity-level expert?"
Monica was startled. "Dad, do you know that person?"
Before Jason could answer, Barett said, "Your father is a genius in our family, a promising talent with the potential to break through to the Deity-level! Of course, the family's Deity-level experts like him."
"Dad--" Monica tried to whine.
"Alright, alright, let's take them to the Rhine Empire first."
Monica beamed. "Don't we need to ask for permission first?"
Jason waved his hand. "No need. That lord only appears when facing attacks from hostile Deity-level or when the survival of our families is at stake. As long as we have the ability to protect the Four Ultimate Warrior Clans, he won't interfere."
"Great! I've located the Hyde family of the Purple Flame Warriors and the Bore family of the Tiger Stripe Warriors. I'll find a chance to take them all away."
Barek asked, "What about the Undying Warrior Family?"
Monica sighed, "The Armand clan, the Undying Warrior, resides within the O'Brien Empire and was originally the family that best preserved its strength among the four."
Unfortunately, over 150 years ago, the entire Armand clan was attacked by an unknown force, and all direct descendants disappeared. The current Armand clan has been replaced by in-laws, and even the bloodline has been severed. When I was investigating, I felt it might be the work of the Dark Church."
Jason thought of the original plot, and it was highly likely that because of Cesar's protection, the Armand clan was not completely controlled by the two major papal houses until 150 years ago. As for the five Barker brothers, they should have been stranded in the Eighteen Duchies of the Northern Territory around that time.
As for Cesar, given his cynical nature, it's very likely he hasn't paid any attention to the Armand clan in the past 150 years.
"Have the people sent by the various powers investigated thoroughly?" In a luxurious private room, Cardinal Gilmer and Lampson were listening to their subordinates' report.
As the local power, the Holy Union could easily investigate those forces interested in Linley.
"According to my investigation, the two forces that are most eager to win over Linley are the Dark Alliance and the Rhine Empire."
Gilmer frowned. "The Dark Alliance's attitude is expected, but why is the Rhine Empire also interested in Linley?"
The two major papal churches have been enemies for thousands of years. The Radiant Church has produced a talented individual, and the Dark Church will naturally not stand idly by. Even if they cannot win over Linley, they will destroy him.
But Rhine Empire's strength and resources, why would they want to win over Linley?
The church knight continued, "The Rhine Empire's experts this time are unexpectedly strong. Leading them is the Saint-level ' Alhaitham,' followed by Saint-level Jason Rhein, and an unnamed female Saint-level. Furthermore, Monica, who was originally living in seclusion at Ernst Institute, is also a member of the Rhine Clan!"
"Alhaitham" is Barek's alias. After all, the historical Barek himself led armies to conquer all directions, and his parents and brothers came from four different Saint-level. His name is still very influential.
"So many Saint-level?" Gilmer and Lampson were both a little surprised.
It should be noted that Linley is only a Saint-level cultivator, not yet a Saint-level. Generally speaking, major powers would consider it a great honor to send a Saint-level to oversee the area.
On the Radiant Church, Gilmer and Lampson, two level-nine supervisors, were involved in matters related to Linley, along with the Ascetic leader, Kuye, as a deterrent.
The church knight added, "Judging from their itinerary, Jason Rhein and that female Saint-level are probably husband and wife. They came to visit their daughter and happened to run into Linley's breakthrough."
When Jason and Monica clashed with the Radiant Church in the Chaotic Territory, the Church did not confirm their identities because they were far from the church headquarters in Fenlai City, and because "Steller," Chaotic Territory at the time, had died. As for Jason's breakthrough to godhood, there was no record of it because the previous bishop defected.
Gilmer sighed, "I've kept an eye on that Alhaitham. His real name is Barek Rhein, and he's the brother of Jason Rhein. They're both sons of Emperor Maisiji, and it was those two brothers who led the army to wipe out the Golden Royal Court."
Everyone around gasped in shock; General Barek's name was highly regarded among the continental warriors.
Lampson comforted him, "Those brothers broke through to the Saint-level less than a thousand years ago, while Kuye is a genius of our Radiant Church, having broken through to the Saint-level over two thousand years ago. He might not be afraid of them. Besides, this is our Radiant Church's territory! The fact that they sent two of them clearly shows their lack of confidence."
Gilmer nodded in agreement, saying, "That makes sense. It's about time. Let's go outside to see Linley."