Reppu died on the spot after being bitten off by [Spirit of the White Wolf].
However, his death didn't stop the rules from manifesting.
A spoil of war floated up from Reppu's body.
Gold!
It was even more dazzling than normal gold, shining brightly in Kieran's eyes.
The white wolf picked up the item with its mouth and obediently delivered it to Kieran's hand. It wasn't as ferocious and scary as before.
It was a simple necklace.
It was made out of metal and had a pendant the size of a thumb.
The pendant was carved with mystical runes that even Kieran's Pro level couldn't decipher, forming a perfect whole with the metal chain.
[Name: Thorn's Deceit]
[Type: Accessory]
[Rarity: Epic]
[Attribute: Deceit of Faith]
[Prerequisite: None]
[Able to bring out of dungeon: Yes]
[Remark: This is a special item created by Nikorei, the God of Earth, specifically for Vanessa, the Lady of Thorn]
…
[Deceit of Faith: When detected, the target will display a devout belief towards the Lady of Thorn]
…
"Nikorei?!"
When he picked up [Thorn's Deceit] and saw the remark on it, even with Kieran's calm temperament, he couldn't help but be stunned.
He never would've thought Reppu, the Chief Knight with two identities, would be related to Nikorei.
At the same time, he also understood why Reppu could have two identities.
A person who didn't look like a devout believer became the Chief Knight of the temple, it puzzled Kieran for a long time.
Now, it seemed like it was all because of [Thorn's Deceit].
Looking at the necklace in his hand, Kieran thought of more things.
"The 'them' that Reppu mentioned are Nikorei and the others?
Nikorei and the others are trying to deal with Vanessa? "
Just as the guesses formed in Kieran's mind, the system notifications followed.
[Sub mission: Hidden (Complete)]
[Contacted key item: Thorn's Deceit!]
[Triggered special event: Fate's Obstruction]
[Based on past experience, player will be categorized into Nikorei's faction]
[Fate's Obstruction: Fate is always a joke! The influence you have on Thorn Temple will be the final evaluation of you!]
(Standard: Influence includes but is not limited to reputation. The greater the influence, the higher the rating!)
…
"Affect Thorn Temple?"
Kieran's mind was spinning.
Kieran put away [Thorn's Deceit] calmly though.
"My lord."
Mizelle who had woken up quickly walked to Kieran's side.
"Tie them all up and bring Pelker and the others here."
"Remember, what I need is a transfer without leaving any traces."
Kieran ordered.
"Yes, my lord!"
Mizelle bowed in acknowledgment and ran outside.
After Mizelle left, Kieran turned to Atrina.
Before Kieran could speak, the temple deacon took the initiative to say, "I am willing to cooperate with you in any matter!"
As she spoke, the temple deacon glanced at [Spirit of White Wolf] from time to time, her face showing unconcealable fear.
It seemed like the scene where [Spirit of White Wolf] silently bit off half of Reppu's body had frightened the temple deacon.
"Anything?"
Kieran emphasized.
"Yes, anything!"
The Temple Deacon nodded.
"Including betraying Thorn Temple?"
Kieran asked with squinted eyes.
"As long as you are willing to guarantee my safety, I can betray Thorn Temple!"
Atrina said after a slight hesitation.
"You are really a practical person!
"Perhaps that's why Lady Vanessa never favored you."
"However, I feel lucky to have a collaborator like you."
Kieran said.
He then turned around and headed to the other side of the hall.
There was a jar filled with mystical runes on the outside.
The moment Kieran got closer, a fishy smell assaulted his nose. Even though the jar was covered tightly, it couldn't cover up the smell.
What was inside?
The answer was self-explanatory.
The Holy Thorn Grail!
Other than that, there were no other possibilities.
Of course, in order to get a more precise answer, Kieran would conduct a further check.
But it wasn't here.
Kieran waved his hand and [Spirit of White Wolf] vanished without a sound, just like how it appeared.
However, it didn't vanish abruptly on the spot.
Instead, it ran into the shadows and slowly vanished.
As if it had merged with the shadows.
It was Kieran's intentional act.
It was to mislead Atrina on purpose.
It wasn't a good thing for a collaborator like Atrina to know too much.
Everything unfolded as Kieran expected.
When Atrina saw [Spirit of White Wolf] vanish into the shadows, she couldn't help but shiver.
"T-This is the Hunter Temple Fair?
No, it can't be!
Even the animal companions of the Hunter Temple Archpriest aren't as scary as that giant wolf!
It didn't just come and go without a sound, it was invulnerable as well … "
As the priest thought about it, he couldn't help but look at the shadow beside him.
She had a feeling that the giant wolf didn't leave but was hiding in the shadows, watching her. Should she do anything out of line, the wolf would jump out and bite her neck.
Kieran nodded in satisfaction at Atrina's panicked look.
Then, he started to check the base without a word.
The whole hall fell into silence right away.
Amidst the silence, the temple deacon felt extremely unbearable.
Fortunately, Mizelle returned quickly after he left.
He brought Starbeck, Pelker, and the others with him.
The former Emerald Rock killer, Meiser, who was just dominated was also among them.
After the few of them entered the hall, they bowed to Kieran.
"This place will be your temporary base for now.
I've checked the place, there are enough supplies for you guys to survive for a month. "
Kieran then looked at Starbeck.
"You stay here as well."
It was a simple sentence but it was enough for Starbeck to understand that Kieran wouldn't be able to take care of him in the upcoming matters.
Although he left Kieran, the fear in his heart made him panic.
Starbeck tried his best to act normal.
He didn't want Kieran to be distracted because of him.
"I will try my best not to be a burden!"
Starbeck told himself in his heart but he kept quiet.
However, from Kieran's point of view, Starbeck's normalcy was the biggest abnormality.
After another glance at Starbeck, Kieran knew what he should do at the moment. He gave some simple orders to his men who were dominated by Kieran before he walked over to Reppu's body.
Reppu's body was still useful, so he needed to deal with it.
However, the more important thing was the jar with the Holy Thorn Grail in it.
Whether the plan would succeed or not depended on it.
Of course, the other party would have to work with him during the process.
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