A Guide to Becoming a God Starting from a Monastery

Everyone's expression was a little solemn.

Also, the clerk is here.

The clerk saw Thomas and waved to him. "Brother Thomas, this way!"

Thomas's doubtful past.

"What's wrong? What happened?"

As far as the eye can see, there are too many knight commanders here.

It is estimated that all the Knight Commanders in Kiev were called over.

However, there are no squad leaders or group leaders with higher status.

In the Knights Templar, the Grand Knight is qualified to lead the team, which can be simply understood as a junior officer.

"Do you know the little prince of Volga Bulgar? The Grand Duke has mobilized the entire Knights through the Patriarch. He has also sent a special envoy to personally command the Knights."

The so-called special envoy could be identified at a glance - he was a priest in a clergyman's robe.

The Knights Templar were also an institution under the church, so it was not outrageous for a priest to command the Knights Templar.

However, this was not an ordinary command, but a seizure of power, because the envoy did not use the original command system of the Knights Templar, that is, the Grand Master and the Captain.

He called all the knight commanders over and gave the orders personally.

There is no doubt that this person is not an easy person to get along with.

"Why didn't the branch leaders come?"

"Not to mention, this envoy has a very influential background, even the leaders at headquarters don't dare to neglect him," said another Knight Commander, one Thomas wasn't familiar with. "I'm afraid he's dissatisfied with their incompetence and has bypassed them to command the lower-level officers."

He is probably either a relative of the Grand Duke or a close confidant of the Patriarch.

The little Prince Bulgar was very important to the Grand Duke.

But for the Knights Templar... this does not involve any major interests of the Knights Templar.

Even if the Knights captured the little prince, the Grand Duke would not grant him any special privileges or express any special gratitude.

A bounty would certainly be given, but that was all. The Knights had no particular motivation.

In reality, Thomas knew that the Knights were only a reserve force.

After all, even if the Grand Duke did not mobilize for war, he still had his own guards, his own standing army, and the Vicher militia.

These are troops that can be mobilized immediately.

Although the Knights are all elites, they really do not lack such a small number of manpower.

"Master Secretary," another Knight Commander asked, "Is the little prince really that valuable? Do you have any information to share?"

At most, it's just an opportunity to interfere in a neighboring country. Is it necessary to make so much trouble?

There is never a shortage of such opportunities.

The clerk shook his head.

"I'm not sure, but this envoy should be called Polei. I've inquired about him, and everyone says he must be of noble birth, but I don't know who he is. But one thing is certain: he has the absolute trust of both the Grand Duke and the Patriarch."

Otherwise, he would not dare to seize power so openly in the Knights Templar.

Although everyone knew that all this was only temporary, it still made the Knights' upper echelons quite unhappy.

Thomas' heart moved slightly.

Do you have the absolute trust of both the Grand Duke and the Patriarch?

Quite interesting!

As he was speaking, the special envoy named Polei came on stage and delivered a very simple speech.

It means that everyone should gather here, be prepared, and wait for his orders at any time.

The special envoy just showed up and left. He was going to the front line to supervise and command.

The Knights are merely an elite reserve force and are not suitable for a wide-ranging search.

So for now, we just have to be on standby, organize our equipment, and wait for departure.

Thomas was very happy about this because he could take the opportunity to go to Hagia Sophia and get some divine power.

Moreover, it happens to be right here in Kiev, so you can go to the intelligence station and take a look.

At night, Thomas easily reached the intelligence station.

Just like last time, I knocked on the door and it opened.

This time, Thomas looked at the layout of the place with a scrutinizing eye.

There was a courtyard between the gate and the small building. If an enemy came, they would be immediately noticed by the people in the small building. This gave them about half a minute to clear out the various documents and materials.

In other words, there is absolutely no defensive force here.

A less critical stronghold that can be discarded at any time.

Chapter 79 The Wolf

Anna was already waiting for him on the first floor of the small building.

Anna wore a simpler maid outfit this time - unfortunately, it was a long skirt.

It’s not that popular these days for girls in miniskirts to show off their clothes, so there’s nothing interesting to see.

If an outsider comes, they will probably think that the owner is out and only the maid is looking after the house.

"Master Wolf." Anna bowed. "You are here."

"No need to be so polite. I just received your letter," Thomas said. "Has the Wolf Lord replied?"

Anna didn't say much and just took out a letter.

Thomas glanced at it casually—a simple letter, just a few polite words of welcome and encouragement.

It’s probably like the “Letter to New Employees” in the previous life.

The letter also included a withdrawal receipt.

Not much, twenty florins. Apparently, besides the regular salary, there were also resettlement expenses.

Thomas naturally ignored this number.

After Thomas finished reading the letter, Anna presented him with another document.

This is the Wolf Lord's order. Currently in Kiev, there are two matters that Thomas needs to inquire about carefully.

The first thing was, as expected, Prince Bulgar's affair. Thomas needed to learn as much as possible about the progress in Kiev.

The second one was a bit unexpected.

In the near future, the believers of Perun around the city of Kiev will hold a large-scale sacrificial ceremony. Thomas has to send people to infiltrate and understand the entire sacrificial process, the more detailed the better.

This was a bit unexpected. Obviously, this "Night Wolf" had nothing to do with the Perun faith.

Although Perun is the most widely believed of the indigenous gods, pagans have never been a united group (although they may have united to fight against Christianity), and the indigenous gods of Rus have inherently hostile relationships with each other. This is understandable.

Although they have officially taken office, both jobs are rather tricky.

First, as the Knight Commander, Thomas could certainly find out easily, but as a newcomer, it would be difficult for the "Alpha Wolf" Aragorn.

The second one is completely clueless.

"Anna, I'm new here... How did my predecessor handle this kind of thing?" Thomas asked. Could it be that his predecessor had all the connections?

"It is usually handed over to the three evil wolves, Lord Wolf Leader." Anna answered respectfully.

"Speaking of those three... We've contacted them, but they haven't responded?"

"Yes, Lord Wolf."

"Why is this happening?" Thomas was a little confused.

"Maybe it's because someone doesn't want the adults to take away their previous power." Anna said seriously.

"Among these things... is there a big difference between having one me and not having one me?" Thomas asked.

"Yes, it involves quite a lot of resources. Thanks to the efforts of your predecessor, this Wolf's Den has accumulated considerable channels and wealth," Anna said. "This wealth belongs entirely to this Wolf's Den."

Thomas was startled at first, but then he felt that this seemed normal.

After all, in previous spy station movies and TV dramas, settings like "the one responsible for making money is the most popular" were very common.

"So, these riches?"

"Everything is now under the control of the three wolf lords," Anna said. "Of course, this courtyard has always been mine."

"Is this... the property of the Wolf's Den?" Thomas understood a little.

In other words, this intelligence station is quite profitable? Does it have independent profit channels?

It is not as easy as it seems to truly take over this wolf's den and take back the power and resources that belong to the alpha wolf.

It is not like in the past where officials could just take office, clarify their identities, and present documents and then take over.

People can ignore you, and there's nothing you can do about it.

"I want to ask, what happened to the previous leader?"

"died."

"How did you die?"

"He was murdered while out on a mission," Anna said. "We don't know exactly who did it. After his death, the Wolf Den's operations essentially ceased. The three Wolf Lords only reported the most basic intelligence. However, considering the absence of the Alpha Wolf, the Wolf Lord didn't make any harsh demands."

Thomas stared at the other person with his eyes fixed, waiting for what to say next.

He knew it wasn't that simple.

"However, it is said that the death of the previous Wolf Lord was most likely caused by one of the three Evil Wolf Lords. Perhaps because of this, the Wolf Lord did not promote any of the Evil Wolf Lords to succeed him as Wolf Lord, but chose you instead."

"I see...they're not convinced?" Thomas began to understand.

"Master Wolf Alpha. This wolf den actually has quite a lot of property. Anyone who wants to take back the power and wealth they have acquired would be reluctant to give it up. Moreover, the Night Wolves' jurisdiction over their members is not strict. Therefore, this situation is normal."

"Normal? You mean... the same situation has happened more than once?"

"Yes, Lord Wolf."

"So, how are these kinds of things resolved?"

"The alpha wolf is responsible for suppressing the pack. If this is not done, then the alpha wolf is unqualified. The Wolf Lord will appoint someone else."

Thomas's mouth twitched. It was simple and clear... no, it was more like the Russian style.

How could a newly arrived leader, with neither money nor connections, suppress the wolves? By force?

Thomas's hand unconsciously pressed on the hilt of the sword, but then released it.

"Who are those three evil wolves?" Thomas asked.

"If we use code names, they're Blue Wolf, Fire Wolf, and Snow Wolf," Anna replied. "I don't know their real names either."

"You do not know?"

"Well, I only know the Alpha Wolf's name, but I won't confirm its authenticity," Anna replied, lowering her head. "The other three are in regular contact with me via Fetion. I've met them in person, but they often wear makeup or masks, so I only have a rough idea of ​​what I know. My words can only be used as a reference, Lord Alpha Wolf."

"Reference... Who killed the previous Alpha Wolf?"

"It should be the Fire Wolf," Anna replied. "Because he's the strongest, and his credentials are no less than the previous Alpha Wolf's. Of course, my words are just a guide; you can't convict him based on them. The Wolf Lord wouldn't accept such an excuse."

"Then, you know the assets and industries of Wolf's Den, right?"

"I know about this. The previous leader left a complete record, and you can mobilize it at any time. But if the three wolf lords have expanded any new industries during this period of vacancy, then I don't know about it."

"Where did these three evil wolves come from?"

"The Alpha Wolf can recruit evil wolves," Anna said. "The Blue Wolf was recruited by the previous Alpha Wolf. The Fire Wolf was probably recruited by the previous Alpha Wolf, or the previous Alpha Wolf's previous Alpha Wolf. Of course, it's also possible that they were directly sent by the Wolf Lord. But the Snow Wolf was definitely sent by the Wolf Lord. That's all I know."

"If someone among the wolves dies...what will happen to the industry?" Thomas asked tentatively.

"The three Wolf Lords are related to each other. They will take over the deceased's property in a timely manner. Of course, if you wish, you can also take the property into your own hands."

"The Fire Wolf is the strongest... How strong is it? A mid-level warrior?"

"All members of the Night Wolves are elite," Anna continued respectfully. "The Fire Wolves are probably the stronger ones among the elite."