65. The Ascetic Sect (Please follow and read~)

The black sedan came to a halt at the entrance of the Coordination Bureau.

"I never expected things to go this smoothly," Hu Weifeng sighed. "Huang Qingfeng and Ren Shizhi actually did a good deed this time."

That former demon cultist had indeed handed over what they wanted most—a detailed analysis of the Hell Gate ritual. Using the information they provided, Hobart had mapped out dozens of areas where demon cultists were likely to congregate.

When the data was submitted to the Coordination Bureau, the intelligence that came back indicated that missing person reports in those areas over the past two months were indeed slightly higher than average. However, none of these regions could truly be considered high-rate missing person zones, which showed that the hell cultists remained quite restrained.

Of course, in this era, most missing person reports ultimately amounted to nothing serious, but any civilians who fell into the hands of the hell cultists faced almost certain death.

Yet now, this precious intelligence had been delivered into the hands of the Yin-Yang Twins. It wouldn't be long before they dealt a heavy blow to these hell cultists. Aside from the robed figure, none of those madmen could stand against these two ruthless Tier IV paranormals.

Mann followed closely behind him, agreeing, "Our luck is indeed quite good."

Once Huang Qingfeng died, only the cultists who had struck a deal with him would realize that something was amiss. Even then, they might not be entirely certain that he was the one responsible, and besides, the hell cultists were about to face a far more pressing problem.

Right now, the clues in his hand pointed directly to the demon couple supplied by Hobart, and their identities...

Were none other than Ning Changkong's parents.

Moreover, according to Hobart, Ning Changkong's parents had already been here more than twenty years ago. At that time, he had already heard of their reputation, which to some extent seemed to prove one thing...

When Ning Changkong was born, her parents were already demons.

According to Hobart, members of the Hesychast faction almost never interfered in any conflicts, and those demons adhered to this principle even more steadfastly than he did.

He himself merely wanted an excuse for a safe retirement, but those demons truly believed in the ideals they advocated—a point that Hobart found somewhat difficult to understand and accept.

Yet, while these Hesychasts refused to meddle in mortal affairs, harm mortals, fight with demons, attempt to destroy the Church, or provoke angels, they stubbornly clung to one principle: helping mortals who suffered persecution by angels.

If Mann wanted to resolve this issue, the members of the Hesychast faction were the most suitable people to help him.

Yet if the Hesychasts were truly as Hobart claimed, then they were an upright and benevolent organization, which completely contradicted everything he knew about demons.

The Church's portrayals of demons might be tainted by smear campaigns and slander, but the Coordination Bureau's records on demon cultists also proved that they were no angels.

The descent of each demon and devil inherently resulted in the deaths of numerous ordinary people, and almost all of them exhibited a cruel, bloodthirsty, and evil nature upon their arrival.

Mann had originally believed that neither angels nor demons were anything good, with the only difference lying in the degree of their depravity. But if Hobart's description of the Hesychasts was true...

Did that mean there were still a few good demons among them?

Or rather, a group that acted like good people.

What Hobart said might not be true, and even if it was, what he knew wasn't necessarily correct. Therefore, Mann had no intention of marching straight up to seek out these two Hesychast members.

Furthermore, he happened to have a very good excuse.

"You guys did a great job."

Qin Lan was standing on the steps at the entrance, gazing at them with admiration.

Hu Weifeng asked, "With this, can we stop them from completing the Hell Gate?"

Qin Lan watched as they walked down: "Not difficult. Why do you look even more nervous than Mann? How many times have we handled things like this?"

Hu Weifeng didn't know why either: "I just have a sense of unease."

What was actually causing his unease was what Mann had done to his mind. As a telepath, Hu Weifeng was slightly more sensitive than others, yet he still couldn't truly comprehend what had happened.

Qin Lan didn't pay it much mind: "Don't worry, we've also invited an expert. I'll introduce you right now."

An elderly man clad in white robes walked out of the entrance of the Coordination Bureau, looking at Mann with a benevolent smile:

"Little Mann, do you still remember me? I used to hold you when you were a child."

Without giving Mann a chance to remain silent, Qin Lan followed the old man's words and introduced him:

"This is Bishop Ding, the person in charge of the Holy Church in East New State."

Mann looked at him and said, "Bishop Ding?"

The bishop smiled gently: "It's only normal that you don't remember. I recall you were very small back then. But feel free to drop by the church for a visit whenever you have time in the future.

"If Little Yun could see what you look like now, she would certainly be very happy."

Mann replied with a smile: "Alright."

The old man turned his gaze back to Qin Lan and said with a serious expression:

"We will dispatch five inquisitors to assist the Coordination Bureau in its work. If there is any new intelligence, I will call you immediately.

"Whenever there is something the Church can do, you can let us know at any time.

"This is also our duty."

Qin Lan nodded at him: "Of course."

"I'd like to ask," Mann suddenly spoke up, "Chen Yun, she..."

The old man shook his head with a gentle expression:

"She doesn't know. Chen Yun is a devout child, but the conditions for selecting inquisitors are very complex, and she isn't suited for these matters. Perhaps in another dozen years, she will gradually come into contact with them.

"However, whether or not to shoulder greater responsibilities is a choice every cleric must make for themselves. You don't need to worry about her safety for the time being."

Bishop Ding fully understood Mann's feelings, feeling a deep sense of sympathy for this child who had suffered psychological trauma at a young age. He must surely be terrified of anything happening to his elder sister.

According to the reports submitted by the priests, he had remained reclusive for a long time after Yu Yue's death.

Mann nodded: "Thank you."

The bishop squinted as he gazed into the distance, then turned to Qin Lan and said:

"If there's nothing else, I'll be leaving first."

Qin Lan said politely: "Alright, we'll notify you whenever we make any progress."

Bishop Ding nodded with a smile, turned around, and walked toward the direction of the church.

Pristine white wings were beating in the sky above the church.

It seemed the Lord had made new arrangements for him.