NOVPUB"Meow, meow, meow, what do you plan to do next?"
Cat boss felt that Lansci could not continue to develop like this.
If he kept expanding, they - both the humans and the cat - might end up getting their hands dirty!
Lansci thought for a while.
"I need to get a legal identity, then go to the imperial capital, and then turn to the Nirvana Branch."
As he walked around holding Cat boss and spoke, the magnificent and solemn temple behind them gradually got swallowed up by other building clusters.
As long as he could mix up to the level of the grand priest with a purple [Certificate of Resurrection - Nirvana], he could hope to see the Bishop of Nirvana, and then propose his wish to observe the tablets.
Of course, he would also have to make an outstanding contribution to possibly get a chance to observe them.
The black kitten being held by Lanci in his arms has eyes like stars in the night sky. It curled up in his arms, occasionally stretching out its front paws to touch his hand.
"Since you plan to cut ties with the Hegemony Branch anyway, you don’t mind offending the Bishop of Hegemony, do you?"
Cat boss still felt Lansci should hold back a bit.
It knew Lansci had always been on the edge.
But it was afraid that Lansci would overturn the situation, as it nearly happened last time when Tata almost choked him to death.
"The three bishops in the imperial capital are now openly recruiting believers from the empire’s citizens and recruiting talents. With the permission of the empire, as long as you pass the examination through official channels, you can become a believer. Those who perform well may even be given preferential treatment, becoming an elite believer in one step."
Lansci explained to Cat boss.
He of course was going to try.
Once he got the legal residency of the empire, he could go to the imperial capital to openly participate in the examination and join the Nirvana Branch.
"Are you really sure that a serious student should go for the examination of the Resurrection Church?"
Ever since Lanci came to the Northern Continent, Cat boss always felt that he had gradually forgotten that he was a student of Ichrite Academy and that his original purpose was to do the project.
"An excellent agent of justice naturally needs to understand the psychology of criminals."
Lanci spoke calmly.
"...So, do you really hope that the Bishop of Nirvana will win in three months?"
Cat boss was confused about why Lanci was so partial to the Nirvana Branch.
It was as if he wanted to truly serve the Bishop of Nirvana, Asksan, or had set his sights on him.
"Don’t worry, whether I’m a cop undercover in the gang, or a gangster undercover in the cops, my essence is still a cop."
Lanci lowered his head, petted the little black cat in his arms, his eyes clear and firm,
"Even though the current situation in the empire is complicated, and it can be hard to distinguish between the cops and the robbers, I have always been steady in my beliefs. I will always carry out my belief in everything, and I won’t lose my way even if there are no directions."
"Meow, but if you want to make a contribution to the Nirvana Branch…"
Now Cat boss was a bit scared of Lansci’s strange talent, especially when Xiu Bao wasn’t around, he was like a different person, completely unrestrained in his actions.
"I don’t want the Bishop of Nirvana to win."
Lanci said without hesitation.
"That’s good, that’s good."
Cat boss kept nodding.
With Lanci’s words, it felt assured.
In terms of harm, the followers of the Hegemony Branch were much less than those of the Nirvana Branch.
At least these people were not mentally ill, because their religious belief, "the strong eat the weak", although extreme, still leaned towards order and was easier to communicate with. After proving their strengths and weaknesses, they were willing to listen to Lanci’s words attentively.
As long as they could communicate, Lanci seemed to be able to control them.
Just thinking about what a terrifying scene it would be if the Nirvana Branch and the Branch of Mourning Clan were all over the empire, the followers of these two branches wouldn’t be able to blend in if they didn’t have some psychological problems. Cat boss shivered.
If they really had to choose between the Bishop of Hegemony, the Bishop of Nirvana, and the Mourning Bishop to be the master of the empire, Cat boss would still prefer the Bishop of Hegemony.
Walking on the cobblestone path, Lanci’s footsteps were light. Large pubs lining the street had smoke curling up from the chimneys, and the aroma of dinner being prepared wafted out.
"It’s time to go back for dinner."
Lanci glanced at the sky. These days, he had become a regular guest for meals at Viscount Francis’s house.
He was also the first home tutor who could stay for an extended period at the house.
"Meow, meow, buy me some small dried fish on the way, the fish in Lilom City is so delicious."
"Sure."
He and Cat boss stepped onto the bridge. The gentle sunset coloured the ripples on the sea’s surface gold. Passers-by on the bridge were occasionally attracted by the little black cat in his arms, and they stopped and squatted down to interact with Cat boss.
Cat boss just pretended to be an ordinary cat.
If a cat started to speak in a small town where everyone didn’t have much rank, it would certainly scare the residents.
The other side of the bridge was a small park, and after traversing three more streets to the north, they could return to the Lord’s Mansion.
"I actually quite like this Lilom City."
"Yeah, meow."
In a few days, Zestira should return to the imperial capital and continue her preparatory courses.
If Lanci were to be hired on a continuing basis, he might also have the opportunity to leave here.
Every once in a while, he would raise his head and look at the waterside town intertwined with the sea, which was wrapped in a gentle golden halo at this moment. This peaceful and harmonious moment was indeed precious.
Unfortunately, both of them, one human and one cat, always felt something was missing.
As the afterglow of the setting sun gradually receded, the city streets were enveloped in a light purple mist.
The outline of the Lord’s Mansion also gradually became clear and appeared in front of Lanci.
Before Lanci could reach the courtyard gate, the guard came forward to open the ancient bronze gate for him.
Lanci stepped into the front yard of the Lord’s Mansion, and a butler in formal attire quickly came forward, bowing deeply.
"Mr. Rocky, Viscount Francis is already waiting for you in the dining room. He invites you to dine together."
"Alright, thank you."
Lanci nodded his head, followed the attendant, and quickly arrived at the main hall of the Lord’s Mansion. After passing through a series of lacquered wooden carved corridors, they reached a large double door. The attendant gently pushed open the door. Inside was a luxurious dining room. The high, lofty ceiling hung with crystal lamps, lighting the entire room as if it was day.
On the dining table, the silver dining utensils and goblets were neatly arranged. Viscount Francis, sitting in the main seat, was always stern and indifferent. But when he saw Lanci, his eyes revealed a touch of kindliness and friendliness.
What was different from usual was that there was an extra figure sitting on the side of the dining table today.
Zestira’s dark hair hung over her shoulders. She sat silently, only glanced at Lanci with her vertical pupils, and then became silent as usual.
Seeing that Zestira was also called to dinner by Viscount Francis, Lanci knew that Viscount Francis must be planning to talk about going to the imperial capital tonight.
