Remedios and "Peach" Isadro both spoke in rather impolite tones, especially Remedios.
The address "old geezer" clearly showed no respect whatsoever.
Being in a foreign country, such behavior could easily cause a serious diplomatic incident. Even if Remedios was foolish, she could realize this.
Any top-tier noble, with their upbringing and exposure to knowledge from a young age, wouldn't be a true idiot.
Remedios wasn't good at thinking; her mind was slow, but that didn't mean she was stupid. Her willingness to act this way wasn't just because of the Slane Theocracy's previous theft of the Potion, but also because of her status.
The Judicial Chief Gride before them was indeed one of the power holders at the apex of the Theocracy's pyramid, but in terms of national status, he couldn't compare to Remedios.
She was the Captain of the Holy Kingdom's elite Paladin Order.
A supreme being who had entered the "Hero Domain."
One of the Holy Queen's two arms.
Her younger sister, Quartet, was the chief priest of the Temple, also a supreme being who had entered the "Hero Domain," and the Holy Queen's other arm.
Status, reputation, talent!
In every aspect, Remedios was among the very best. In the Slane Theocracy, her status far surpassed that of the captains of the various scripture units and wasn't much different from that of a Shrine Priest Chief.
Not to mention, after entering the Slane Theocracy and experiencing this series of subtle slights, Remedios had already shown considerable restraint by not resorting to direct action.
"You, you..."
The young man behind Judicial Chief Gride's mouth slightly opened. The smiling expression he had maintained stiffened on his face, and his fingers trembled with anger.
This rude, arrogant woman!
How could the Holy Kingdom send such a person to lead this delegation?
"Death is the fate of all living beings. It is destiny, and it is peace."
"The powers of the gods like Fear, sickness, and death have never poisoned this land."
The wrinkles at the corners of Judicial Chief Gride's eyes held a smile. He subtly scanned everyone, briefly pausing on Tang Zheng, then waved to the young man behind him, stopping his disciple.
"Distinguished Your Excellency Remedios and everyone, although I am a follower of the Dark God, this is also the dwelling of the Six Great Gods."
"The blessing and glory of the Gods always shine upon the entire capital."
Among the authorities corresponding to the Six Great Gods proclaimed by the Slane Theocracy, the Dark God corresponded to powers like death and Fear. For the "Dark God," which symbolized endless despair and death, ordinary people naturally avoided it.
Blessings from followers of the "Dark God" were even more taboo.
"This Judicial Chief seems like a difficult character," Tang Zheng thought to himself upon hearing the other party's words.
First, he used "never poisoned this land" to indicate that the Dark God was not an evil god, and then used rhetoric like "dwelling of the Six Great Gods" to show that the so-called "blessing" was not just from the Dark God, but also included the other five gods.
However, Tang Zheng was indeed a bit puzzled as to why the Slane Theocracy sent the other party as the greeter.
The position of "Judicial Chief"?
It should be in charge of the Theocracy's laws.
The "Integration Potion" made the people of the Theocracy so concerned, and he had delayed for some time in the Hills. Logically, the people of the Theocracy should have been extremely anxious.
Now that they had arrived in the Theocracy, the "urgency" he had expected had not appeared.
"Hmph!"
Remedios let out a cold snort, but her expression softened considerably.
It wasn't difficult for her sister Quartet, as the Holy Kingdom's chief priest, to understand the meaning behind Judicial Chief Gride's words.
"Team Leader Tang, welcome to the Slane Theocracy."
Judicial Chief Gride looked kindly at Tang Zheng and said softly, "You are a guest favored by the Gods. May the Gods guide us."
"Favored by the Gods? That is my honor."
Tang Zheng smiled in response, "Thank you for your blessing, Judicial Chief."
"Peach" Isadro's eyes didn't move.
"If everyone doesn't mind, how about I lead the way for you?"
Judicial Chief Gride spoke with a smile, showing none of the seriousness expected of a Judicial Chief in charge of a country's highest Legislative.
—At this moment.
The Wind God Temple, one of the Six Great Gods' temples.
The main color scheme was green. In the center of the walls or curtains around, there was a spiral clover-shaped emblem printed.
An old man wearing a tall hat and a poker face stood below the divine statue. Behind him stood a large number of Shrine Priests.
It was filled with solemnity and sanctity!
Low prayers echoed within the Great Hall.
"Praise the Wind God." Wind Cardinal Dominic bowed his head very low and chanted.
Inside the Great Hall, at the same moment, the unified praise of the assembled Shrine Priests echoed.
After the prayer concluded,
The assembled Shrine Priests, Priests, and Clerics exited the Great Hall one after another.
Only Captain Ian remained, respectfully stepping forward to stand behind Wind Shrine Priest Chief Dominic: "Chief Shrine Priest."
Although the Six Colors Scripture unit's name seemed to correspond to the Six Great Temples, there was no subordinate relationship between the various units and their corresponding Temples.
All members were outstanding individuals recruited from within the nation.
The most unique was the Darkness Scripture, which was a completely independent entity.
Wind Shrine Priest Chief Dominic was formerly the Captain of the Sunlight Scripture and had a relatively strong degree of control over this unit.
The Captain Ian before him was a follower of the Wind God.
"Silence."
Wind Shrine Priest Chief Dominic chanted softly, and an invisible, translucent energy quickly spread.
This was a magic that could indiscriminately eliminate sound within its range, serving to prevent others from eavesdropping or prying.
A hint of disbelief and astonishment appeared in Captain Ian's eyes.
He knew that the Chief Shrine Priest placed considerable importance on that 'Free Will' Team Leader Tang, but he hadn't expected it to be to this extent.
"Speak," Wind Shrine Priest Chief Dominic said.
"Yes."
Captain Ian lowered his head and explained the entire invitation process in detail.
"A clever young man."
Wind Shrine Priest Chief Dominic also heard that the people from the Holy Kingdom had actually followed him to the Theocracy, and he shook his head, saying.
"Anri and the demi-human member of his adventurer team did not come along, which shows that Team Leader Tang is vigilant towards us."
"This is not suitable for the upcoming exchange. If such an outstanding talent could join the Theocracy, nothing would be better."
Wind Shrine Priest Chief Dominic sighed lightly, feeling that easing the other party's wariness towards them was the most important thing:
"Which Chief Shrine Priest's subordinate was sent to receive him?"
"It was Judicial Chief Gride's disciple," Captain Ian replied honestly.
Upon hearing this!
Wind Shrine Priest Chief Dominic's expression changed in surprise, and he turned to look at Captain Ian, his voice rising a pitch: "You said who?"
"Judicial Chief Gride."
Captain Ian felt a pressure and forced himself to answer again.
"How could it be him? Who arranged this!"
Wind Shrine Priest Chief Dominic's expression shifted, both surprised and somewhat bewildered:
"The Chief Shrine Priest?"
According to the original plan, the suitable person to receive Tang Zheng was the disciple of Water Shrine Priest Chief Sinedin, who was known for his knowledge and wisdom.
Or the disciple of Earth Shrine Priest Chief Raymond, a former member of the Darkness Scripture and the host of the next meeting.
This was proof of extreme importance!
The Integration Potion that Team Leader Tang was researching was also worthy of this importance.
But now!
How could Judicial Chief Gride be involved in this matter?
While Wind Shrine Priest Chief Dominic was puzzled, most of the other Chief Shrine Priests also showed similar confusion and incomprehension.
The only one who could bypass them and directly decide this matter was the Chief Shrine Priest, but why would he do this?
Only Water Shrine Priest Chief Sinedin did not show excessive surprise, as if he had already anticipated it.
Twilight's Serene Pavilion.
This was a guesthouse in the style of a Temple, which was not usually open to the public. People only stayed there when receiving important guests such as delegations from other countries.
The guesthouse was spacious and solemn.
There were no luxurious decorations; instead, it was mostly adorned with simple murals, with white as the main color scheme at a glance.
At regular intervals, there were supporting pillars inlaid with obsidian.
Both sides were extensively decorated with large areas of transparent glass, allowing the sunlight from outside to shine in.
On the surface of the white stone bricks, the greenish-blue ripples like seawater were reflected.
At this moment,
Remedios and the others from the Holy Kingdom had already been settled in the westernmost part of the guesthouse. Only Tang Zheng followed Judicial Chief Gride, walking towards the other side of the guesthouse.
Noticing that Tang Zheng had noticed the light reflected on the floor by the glass.
Judicial Chief Gride smiled kindly, "Team Leader Tang, it's quite interesting, isn't it?"
"This isn't glass, is it?" Tang Zheng asked.
"That's right. It's a special type of crystal polished by craftsmen. It doesn't contain magic, but this crystal can refract different colors depending on the angle of the sunlight."
Judicial Chief Gride was quite patient, explaining like a regular elder:
"It's green in the morning, red at noon, green in the evening, and tea-colored at night."
Tang Zheng glanced at Judicial Chief Gride, feigning surprise on his face at this glass that could refract different colors based on sunlight.
It reminded him of the dispersion prisms in his world before he transmigrated, which could refract rainbows. Although this special crystal in front of him was a bit more magical, it wasn't exactly astonishing.
"When combined with the white and black colors, it happens to correspond to the Six Great Gods."
Tang Zheng exclaimed at the right moment, "Indeed, everything within the Theocracy is closely related to the Six Great Gods."
"This country was founded by six great gods. For the citizens of this country, no amount of worship, reverence, or gratitude is too much."
Judicial Chief Gride didn't walk fast. He raised a finger and gently stroked the divine seal emblem hanging on his chest, then changed the subject:
"Team Leader Tang, how much do you know about the six great gods?"
"Not much."
Tang Zheng shook his head, answering directly. He could sense that the Judicial Chief was probing him in some way.
Separating him from Remedios and the others from the Holy Kingdom further confirmed this.
The fact that the Integration Potion hadn't been mentioned at all so far, instead being approached from the side, further illustrated the importance the people of the Theocracy placed on the potion.
Judicial Chief Gride wasn't surprised. The Re-Estize Kingdom was not a country that completely believed in the Six Great Gods to begin with.
"Then how much do you know about us humans?" Judicial Chief Gride continued with a smile.
"That's a rather broad topic, Your Excellency Judicial Chief."
Tang Zheng shrugged, "Just say what you want to say. My purpose in coming to the Theocracy is because of the Integration Potion."
"I'm very curious to what extent the people of the Theocracy have researched the potion I made."
Judicial Chief Gride was taken aback, then gave a wry smile, "Young man, you are indeed impatient."
"I don't know much about your potion. Currently, the only ones who can truly satisfy your curiosity should be those Shrine Priests."
"I presume you'll be able to meet them tomorrow."
Judicial Chief Gride's speaking rhythm was interrupted by Tang Zheng's sudden bluntness, but he quickly adjusted.
"Regarding the Integration Potion you refined, the only thing I know is that it has the potential to change the fate of all humanity."
By the end of his sentence,
Judicial Chief Gride's tone was full of seriousness and solemnity.
"Change the fate of humanity?"
Tang Zheng didn't show any of the expected surprise or bewilderment. Instead, he waved his hand and spoke very casually:
"I don't think a single bottle of potion can achieve that much."
This old man!
He's trying to flatter me with such a high compliment right from the start. I won't follow his lead.
From the Judicial Chief's words, Tang Zheng analyzed that the Integration Potion must have shown a more powerful effect in the hands of the Slane Theocracy, but he wasn't sure what the effect was.
The Slane Theocracy possessed the legacy of the Six Great Gods. Perhaps something within this legacy reacted with the potion, unleashing unexpected power.
Tang Zheng was even more curious but didn't show it.
No matter what the Slane Theocracy had researched!
One thing was undeniable: as the creator of the potion, if the Slane Theocracy could research the Integration Potion themselves, they wouldn't have needed to find him at all.
Judicial Chief Gride gazed slightly at Tang Zheng beside him, a hint of helplessness flashing in his eyes. For a moment, he was speechless.
Although he hadn't been in contact with Team Leader Tang for long, through this brief exchange, he clearly realized that the other party was a slippery fellow.
No matter what he said, the other party wouldn't easily go along with it. Instead, he would change the subject, repeatedly disrupting his rhythm.
The most troublesome part of the whole matter was actually the people from the Holy Kingdom. Their appearance was certainly not just to cause trouble.
The Holy Kingdom clearly wanted a piece of the huge benefits generated by the Integration Potion!
Normally,
The Holy Kingdom wouldn't have had any opportunity to intervene in such a matter, but now, with Tang Zheng as the potion's creator, this matter was not something the Slane Theocracy could decide on its own.
"Team Leader Tang, you haven't answered the question I just asked."
"How much do you know about us humans?" Judicial Chief Gride's eyes flickered, and he asked again with a friendly tone.
"Well, although I'm an Adventurer, I haven't been to many places. I only know about a few countries," Tang Zheng answered formally.
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