Chapter 1215: Chapter 910, Church Turmoil_3

Wu Heng furrowed his brows, feeling even more puzzled.

It’s not right!

The news brought back by the Three Ghosts yesterday showed that most residents supported him, so why did the situation change this morning?

Moreover, the change was so fast.

“What’s the reason?” Wu Heng asked.

“Some believe that the church founded by the Necromancer would turn Gold and Silver Island into a base for evil professions. Others think that by establishing a church, you might spark another war with The Holy Court, plunging Gold and Silver Island into conflict again,” Shi Yali said seriously.

Wu Heng raised an eyebrow, “What evil profession base? It was originally a pirate island, okay!”

But the second point was likely what some wealthy merchants on the island were worried about.

After all, The Holy Court exerted pressure on them mentally, while ordinary residents didn’t feel much pressure.

“Xi Ligui suspects that someone is spreading related rumors, inciting the residents to oppose this matter. They’ve already arranged for someone to investigate,” Shi Yali said.

“I’ll go over now and assess the situation,” Wu Heng said.

“Alright.”

They hung up the phone. With a slipping shoulder strap, Shanaela propped her arm and looked over, “Residents protesting against the establishment of a church? That shouldn’t be!”

Wu Heng said, “Xi Ligui suspects someone is spreading rumors.”

Shanaela frowned, “People from The Holy Court?”

“Possibly their informants on the island. We might as well root them out together,” Wu Heng said while dressing.

Shanaela advised, “In front of the residents, maintain the demeanor of a Leader. Even if you find those people, deal with them where no one is around.”

“Alright,” Wu Heng agreed as he finished dressing.

He called his Three Ghosts and used the Teleportation Technique to head to the association.

…

Holt City!

In the Steward’s Office, the over forty-year-old steward, Zackley, with a beard, was intently going through the documents in his hand.

Knock, knock, knock~!

“Come in!”

The door opened, and a squad captain walked in directly and respectfully said, “Steward, we found some artifacts from the ship tomb. According to the buyer’s recollection, they were sold to them by a man named ‘Be Congsi’, under thirty, with glasses.”

Saying this, he handed over the information in his hand.

The captain continued, “Our squad also went to several nearby cities to investigate and found traces of him selling artifacts and underpriced Gold and Silver. Judging by the quantity, there should be more than one tomb.”

After the ghost ship incident, the local association was still investigating the tomb robbers.

Many died in the sea fog, and if they weren’t found, the blame might fall on themselves.

Zackley asked, “Just him alone?”

“Just him alone, and the tavern he resides in only has him,”

“A betrayal among thieves?” Zackley furrowed his brow.

“The details are unclear, but we heard a rumor that for a long time, he has been inquiring about tools to nourish ghosts and clues about the Necromancer,” the captain continued.

“Leader Wu Heng?” Zackley instinctively said.

The first thought of a Necromancer within the Emerald Sea was Leader Wu Heng, the young Flag-bearer who helped them solve the ghost ship incident.

Currently, the Flag-bearer in the Emerald Sea has changed, and the other party has become a recognized Leader by the association.

The captain said, “No, he just inquired. Based on the traces, he seemed to head north.”

Zackley nodded and pondered for a moment, then continued, “Your team continues the investigation. It seems this group of tomb robbers has encountered some problem. Send back any clues promptly to avoid any danger.”

“Yes, I’ll be heading out first.”

The captain left, and Zackley held his chin, contemplating the matter.

Something felt off, but he couldn’t pinpoint it immediately.

…

In front of the church.

At this moment, more than ten people gathered, scattered around the entrance of the church.

Among the crowd, a hooded man moved through, saying, “This church, if established, will attract more evil professions. Even if the Lord Island Master doesn’t harm us, others might.”

“Even if we don’t let The Holy Court establish a church here, we can’t allow this Spirit Awakening Sect to rise. We must let the Lord Island Master hear our voices. Once he hears us, the merciful and great Lord Island Master will surely cancel this sect.”

His voice was gentle yet penetrating, almost magical, stirring the emotions of those around him.

People began shouting along, their voices echoing into the church hall.

And more people gathered around, the sound waves rising.

Inside the church.

Two Wood Elf Priests listened to the shouts coming in from outside.

Selia, with green hair, frowned and said, “Should we open the doors and explain? Who said that our sect would welcome evil professions? This is nonsense!”

Aifulin, listening to the escalating shouts, shook her head, “Let’s wait for the Lord Island Master’s message. Opening the door now might be dangerous.”

“Just those people? I could take them all down by myself,” Selia said with a cold snort.

Aifulin still shook her head, “There could be some problem here. Let’s just guard this place. If they try to force their way in, we can consider whether to act.”

“Alright,” Selia nodded.

…

In the Steward’s Office.

“Protesting to the association were family members of the island’s wealthy merchants, and they specifically told me not to tell you,” Xi Ligui said.

Wu Heng nodded and said, “You can directly tell them that the sect was reported to the headquarters, so The Holy Court won’t stop it.”

“Mm,” Xi Ligui nodded and continued, “What about those ordinary residents at the church?”

“Let’s wait for now.”

As they spoke, a Ghost returned from outside.

It entered his body, and the scene was shared in his mind.