Hell Game: Starting from Metropolis

Anko said.

"The strongest hunter."

He looked at Beethoven and indeed felt a powerful aura emanating from him.

The greatsword behind the opponent, in particular, gave him a very dangerous feeling.

"That would be worth a fight."

Liu Zheng stretched his tentacles and said.

The enemies I encountered after entering Atlantis were all too weak, or they were like Father John, whom I couldn't easily kill.

If he could fight the church's chief hunter, he would be able to determine his own level of strength.

Just as Liu was pondering, Beethoven walked over.

"You've worked hard on the patrol, knights."

He spoke first to the hunters.

Calling his hunters knights was a personal habit of Beethoven, the "Holy Sword".

Because he always held himself to the standards of ancient knights and heroes, and he applied the same standards to the "Holy Sword" hunters he personally trained.

"The duty lies."

The hunters replied in unison, their expressions excited.

Many of the "Holy Sword" hunters are locals from Atlantis, and their feelings about the Blood Healing Church and the hunters are actually quite complex.

What attracted them to join the church hunters was Beethoven's own personal charisma.

“I have heard about what happened to you, stranger. At this critical time, I do not condone your behavior of disturbing the peace of the residents.”

Beethoven looked at Liu Zheng and said.

"Are you sure the residents can truly have peace in a place where wild beasts roam everywhere and the people around them could turn into beasts at any moment?"

He pursed his lips.

The "Holy Sword" hunters were furious. How dare this outsider be so disrespectful to the great Beethoven?

"This is our mistake, but it is not a reason for you to break into a private residence."

Beethoven was not angry; he simply refuted the statement calmly.

"Indeed, but there's nothing I can do. You have your responsibilities, and I have my job."

Liu Zheng shrugged.

What is your job?

"Help the restaurant purchase supplies."

"Have you finished shopping?"

Beethoven asked.

"I've finished part of it, but the rest are a bit hard to find."

He said.

"Perhaps we can help you find it. High Priestess Amelia asked me to invite you to the church; she wants to speak with you in person."

Beethoven said.

"Beethoven, the master."

The hunter captain suddenly walked up behind him and whispered in his ear.

"what?!"

A rare look of shock appeared on Beethoven's usually composed face.

"Can you cure the beast-like disease?"

He stared intently at Liu Zheng, the greatsword behind him gleaming brightly as he felt the surge of emotion within him.

Chapter 272: The Red Phantom Lingers Over Metropolis Once Again (Part 2)

"It's for relief, not treatment."

Liu Zheng persisted in correcting him.

In medical matters, one should always keep quiet about things that can be cured, especially since he truly cannot be cured.

"This is enough."

Beethoven said earnestly.

For many years, he has been hunting down the inhabitants who have turned into beasts.

Although he believed he was doing the right thing, he couldn't help but feel sad when he saw the sorrowful and hateful eyes of the relatives of those beast-like residents.

Moreover, it wasn't just the residents of Atlantis; many hunters also succumbed to their bloodlust and turned into beasts.

They often inflict greater damage on Atlantis, and losing them weakens Atlantis's defensive capabilities.

After all, recruiting hunters from other places is not an easy task.

"You guys are really grasping at straws."

Liu Zheng shook his head and didn't explain further.

Judging from the way the Blood Healing Church operates, it is clearly not a legitimate church.

If he were to reveal that his blood causes rejection reactions in the animalized patients, he would probably be immediately taken away for biopsy and research.

Of course, he did not regret saving Father John.

If Liu Zheng wants to complete the city hall's mission, he will eventually have to contact the Blood Healing Church, and it will most likely end up being a violent negotiation. It's just that it's happening earlier now.

“A good doctor is one who can cure diseases. Young man, although I don’t know what your concerns are, I hope you can help the residents of At. I guarantee with my honor that you will not suffer any losses.”

Beethoven said sincerely.

"How about this, let's talk after I get them to a safe place."

Liu Zheng thought for a moment and said.

"No problem. We'll wait for you here."

Beethoven said without hesitation.

"Beethoven, the master!"

The hunter captain quickly called out.

"If you want others to trust you, you must first trust them."

Beethoven raised his hand to stop him from saying anything more, and said seriously.

"I will follow your teachings."

The hunter captain retreated.

"interesting."

Liu Zheng glanced at him, then swaggered away with An Ke and the others.

"salmon."

When he got back to the vicinity of the Church of Anguish, he shouted.

A dark shadow jumped down from the roof and landed in front of Liu Zheng; it was the calico cat.

"Is anyone following me?"

he asked.

"No meow."

The calico cat licked its paws and said.

"The salmon is great. You can continue to lie low."

Liu Zheng rubbed its head and handed it a small dried fish.

"Okay meow~"

The calico cat happily held the dried fish in its mouth, and after a few leaps, it disappeared back into the darkness.

"This guy is truly amazing; even his pets are so awesome. Damn, I really want to have a talking cat too."

Xia Kai thought enviously from the side.

They rang a bell, and the helmeted men came out and led them into the church.

Liu Zheng told the old woman about Father John and Beethoven.

“My lord, you need not worry about this hunter. Even if he transforms into a beast again, the Confessor can subdue him.”

The old woman said confidently.

The helmeted man thumped his chest in affirmation.

"Don't you have any way to alleviate the beast-like disease?"

Liu Zheng asked.

"The church has made some medicines and incense, which were effective at first, but later they became less effective."

The older woman said somewhat awkwardly.

"No wonder you can't beat the Blood Healing Church."

He rolled his eyes.

It would be strange if a sect that cannot attract believers, either spiritually or materially, did not decline.

The old woman could only remain silent.

Do you know anything about Beethoven?

Liu Zheng asked again.

“I know that. He was once a student at the Calcarens Academy, but later left the academy with Dickins to found the Blood Healing Church and single-handedly built the Blood Healing Church’s hunter team.”

The old woman replied.

"So, he holds a very high position in the Blood Healing Church?"

“He is extremely respected, even among the residents of Atlantis. According to our intelligence, he is indeed a person of high moral character.”

The old woman nodded.

"Then it's certainly possible to talk to him."

"Are you planning to accept his invitation to go to the Church of Bloodhealing?"

The old woman asked.

"Yeah, didn't you say they should have the Holy Grail?"

Liu Zheng said.

"The Holy Grail probably exists. But you'd better not rush into their stronghold."

The old woman said.

"What? You think they have ill intentions?"

“That’s right. Beethoven was certainly a man of high moral character, but that doesn’t mean that everyone else in the Blood Healing Church was the same. Moreover, although he held a high position, he was not a true leader in the Blood Healing Church.”

The old woman nodded.

"Aren't those who control military force high-ranking officials?"

“Beethoven only truly controlled the ‘Holy Sword’ hunters. The Church had other forces, but we didn’t know the specifics yet. Moreover, there should be quite a few Church’s covert forces among the workshop hunters.”

The old woman said.

"I see. Then you'd better be careful. If you get caught by the Blood Healing Church, I won't care whether you live or die."

Liu Zheng said calmly.