Chapter 2649: Sneaking In
Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

It was the Book of Creation!

What was going on?!

He actually knew sacred study?

And clearly, the Book of Creation in Fang Heng’s hands wasn’t just any ordinary one, but an advanced, special version.

She did not even have such good equipment!

“Focus on driving.”

Yan Yuexin swallowed a mouthful of saliva and turned her eyes away from Fang Heng to focus on driving again.

This was unbelievable.

The undead have already infiltrated the Holy Court, huh?

No wonder the Holy Court always loses. How could they win?

Speaking of which, how did the undead even learn sacred study?

And at such a high level too!

Yan Yuexin really wanted to get to the bottom of it, feeling as though her mind was being tickled by a monkey, restless and uncomfortable. However, she also knew that in this situation, the less she knew, the better. She could only force herself to hold back and refrain from asking.

Of course, if Fang Heng decided to tell her, she would be willing to listen.

Fang Heng put the Book of Oaths away, fell silent for a moment, then raised his head and asked, “I heard that something is sealed by the Holy Court in the War Ruins World. Is that true?”

Yan Yuexin collected her thoughts and nodded, “Yes, I’ve heard something about that too.”

“Is it true?”

“I’m not sure, but if you ask me, I’m inclined to believe it,” Yan Yuexin said with a serious expression. “The Holy Court has established special sealed areas in certain regions of this world, and there are forbidden zones guarded by dedicated personnel. They prohibit outsiders from entering. I believe the rumors about the Holy Court sealing something likely refer to that.”

Fang Heng frowned slightly, “A forbidden zone?”

“Yes. Do you know why this world is called the War Ruins?”

Before Fang Heng could respond, Yan Yuexin continued explaining to herself, “The world we’re in right now was discovered as a ruin. Before its destruction, it was most likely an extremely advanced civilization.”

“According to the Holy Court, the forbidden zone is the site of intense battles between two major factions of this advanced civilization. The fierce combat created severe spatial turbulence, making the area extremely dangerous. That’s why the Holy Court has stationed many of its people to guard it, creating a forbidden zone to prevent outsiders from entering and causing any danger.”

“I see…”

Fang Heng nodded gently.

This was just the Holy Court’s side of the story. As for the actual situation, only the Holy Court itself would know.

“You don’t believe the Holy Court’s explanation?”

“It’s not that I don’t believe them, I’m just a little suspicious,” Yan Yuexin said, her face becoming serious. “From all the signs, I feel like the Holy Court isn’t telling the whole truth. They are hiding something.”

Fang Heng looked out the car window at the vast desert and asked, “How much longer?”

“Fang Bai, the Ruins World is different from other worlds. Due to the influence of spatial turbulence, using spatial teleportation here is extremely difficult. Only a small portion of the Holy Court’s safe areas have spatial teleportation passages. Most of the time, we have to rely on more primitive methods to travel.”

“I understand.”

Fang Heng thought to himself that this was actually good news.

If any trouble were to arise here, it would still take the Holy Court quite a bit of time to track him down.

“The earliest estimate is that it will take us about four hours to reach the Central Holy Church. By that time, the church’s morning prayers will just be starting, and the regional archbishop may also make an appearance. That will be your best chance to meet the archbishop.”

Suddenly, Yan Yuexin remembered something and asked, “By the way, Fang Bai, did you register with the Holy Court?”

“No.”

“Then you’re in trouble. The process for a normal person to request an audience with the archbishop is extremely complicated, and I can’t help you with that.”

“It’s fine, I have a way.”

Fang Heng was well-prepared and nodded, saying, “You just need to take me to the cathedral, the rest is up to me.”

“Oh?”

Yan Yuexin glanced at Fang Heng from the corner of her eye, thinking to herself, “This guy probably has some shady methods, doesn’t he?”

Most likely.

After all, it was not so easy to get an audience with the archbishop.

She had been with the Holy Court for so long and had only met the archbishop a handful of times.

Yan Yuexin made up her mind.

To avoid trouble, she had to distance herself from Fang Bai as much as possible.

“Fang Bai, I’ll drop you off once we enter the city. The cathedral is right in the city center, and easy to find. You’ll see it as soon as you enter the city; it’s the largest building.”

“Alright, I understand your concerns. But I need you to head straight to the Holy Church once we enter the city. We’ll meet there, and we’ll act as if it’s our first time meeting.”

Yan Yuexin let out a long sigh in her heart.

Fine!

She had known this mission wouldn’t be that simple!

Fang Heng noticed her occasional glances in his direction as if she was about to say something but held back. He couldn’t help but ask, “Is there something else on your mind?”

“Are you really just going like this?”

“What do you mean?”

“Mask.” Yan Yuexin said helplessly, “Anyone wearing this mask would make people think there’s something wrong with you, right?”

“That’s true,” Fang Heng replied with a self-deprecating smile. He then reached up and slowly removed the mask from his face.

What?!

Yan Yuexin was stunned, quickly turning her head to stare at Fang Heng.

He actually took off the mask so easily?!

Up until now, Fang Heng had kept his identity shrouded in mystery, never revealing it to her. He had always made sure to conceal himself. But now, he had removed the mask so casually?

Something didn’t feel right.

When she saw his face, her confusion only deepened. She didn’t recognize him.

This face—she had never seen it before.

As someone who knew a lot about the undead faction, especially the high-tier players, she would have seen at least a photo of anyone important.

But this face… this person was unfamiliar to her.

Yan Yuexin was struck with shock.

What the hell!

When did a Holy Court spy suddenly appear among the undead?

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Three hours later, in Oasis City.

This city, built in the middle of a vast desert, was as bustling as any other major settlement.

Fang Heng arrived alone at the front of the Great Hall of the Holy Church, located in the center of the city.

It was the perfect time—morning prayers were underway, and a large number of worshippers had gathered in the cathedral.

Fang Heng blended in with the crowd, following the believers as they entered the Great Hall. As the rhythmic prayers filled the air, Fang Heng cast a glance toward the angelic statues and closed his eyes to offer his silent prayer.

In a sacred study state, Fang Heng prayed, triggering the Great Sage’s Crown in his backpack.

[Hint: The player has triggered the mission-Great Sage Advancement Trial.]

Mission name: Great Sage Advancement Trial.

Mission description: Special bloodline advancement mission.

Mission requirement 1: Achieve at least master-level sacred study and have a spirit attribute above 500 points.

Mission requirement 2: Bind a Temple of Zeus with a rating of SS or higher (current temple rating: A+). Accept the power of faith as a Great Sage, with at least 5,000 followers.

Mission requirement 3: The player must seal at least three SS-level or higher monsters and complete a monster sacrifice within the bound Temple of Zeus.

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