Chapter 1511: Chapter 166 Guests Arrive_4
Xi Wen, having heard from Yan Shi about Ah Dai saving Prophet Pu Lin, asked with concern, "How is the Prophet’s health now? Has he fully recovered?"
Pu Lin smiled and said, "Ever since I took over the role of Prophet for the Pu Yan Clan, my health has never been as good as it is now. Sect Leader Xi Wen, you came here to ask about Ah Dai, didn’t you? Rest assured, by tomorrow, everything will become clear. If fate has destined him and Xuan Yue to be together, nothing will separate them."
Xi Wen thought to himself, That’s hardly comforting! He said worriedly, "I’m just afraid that foolish boy Ah Dai won’t think it through and won’t arrive in time—then it’ll be troublesome."
Yan Shi stepped closer to his father and whispered, "If things go wrong, we’ll have no choice but to stop this wedding. We definitely can’t let Ah Dai and Yue Yue be separated."
Kary frowned and said, "But doing so would mean openly opposing the Church. The consequences could be dire."
Xi Wen and Prophet Pu Lin exchanged glances. Xi Wen said, "Let’s not discuss this now. Everyone come to my room tonight—we’ll plan our next step then. By the way, Prophet Pu Lin, Larthas came to find us earlier; you must have seen him. What’s your opinion of him?"
Pu Lin smiled faintly and replied, "I understand Larthas quite well. The man he is now is vastly different from who he was before. You could describe him as having achieved great enlightenment. I imagine the Tian Jing Mage Guild will no longer clash with the Mainland Mage Guild from now on. You can fully trust him. Yan Shi’s suggestion is also an option—if all else fails, we may have to use force. Although the few of us here are certainly no match for the Church, the strength we hold behind the scenes is something the Pope must carefully consider. Rest assured, Ah Dai is a kind-hearted child; heaven will not mistreat him. ’Suffering breeds greatness.’ The hardships that the Savior must endure are nearing their end."
Seeing Pu Lin’s calm confidence, Xi Wen felt his worries subside slightly. He nodded and said, "Let’s leave everything for tonight. Cheers." He drained his glass and returned to his table with Feng Wen and Kary. As Xi Wen and his two companions left, Pu Lin leaned closer to Yan Shi and whispered, "Tonight, make sure to invite the Elf Clan as well. When Ah Dai arrives tomorrow, we’ll need to back him up—and give the Pope a reason, too." Hearing Pu Lin’s enigmatic words, Yan Shi wasn’t surprised in the slightest. He nodded and went over to the Elf Clan’s table with Yan Li.
At dawn, sunlight bathed the earth. Under the rays of the morning sun, the Church’s Divine Mountain was gilded with golden light, appearing even more sanctified. Today was the wedding day of the Church’s Red Robe Priest. All clergy members had been mobilized to ensure the ceremony went off without a hitch. The Church’s Holy Knight Legion had surrounded the entire Divine Mountain tightly. Apart from important figures with official Church invitations, no one was allowed to enter the mountain’s territory. Around the Bright Hall of the Divine Mountain, priests and judges buzzed around, making final preparations for the wedding.
At the house of Deputy Judge Ballon, Ba Bu Yi was overwhelmed with excitement as his parents helped him into his wedding attire—a white suit adorned with intricate golden patterns. The suit had been imbued by Xuan Ye with Holy Magic. Not only did it exude divine energy, but its robust defensive power was no less than that of heavy armor. Xuan Ye had specially tailored it for Ba Bu Yi.
Seeing his son’s handsome appearance and joyous expression, Luo Shui smiled and said, "Foolish boy, after today, you’ll officially be an adult. From now on, you’ll need to work even harder. Yue Yue is now the acting Red Robe Priest of the Church, and in the future, you must at least become a Deputy Judge or higher to match her standing. Yue Yue is an excellent girl, but she’s a bit too mischievous. You’ll need to keep her in check—don’t be like your father, who lacks even a shred of manliness."
Ballon objected indignantly, "How am I not manly? It’s only because I love you that I follow your every word. Don’t embarrass me in front of our son."
Luo Shui, her mood visibly cheerful, chuckled and said, "Alright, alright, it’s my mistake, Deputy Judge. But son, Yue Yue and I aren’t the same type. She used to have feelings for someone else, after all. After you both marry, you must keep a close eye on her—don’t let your wife run off with someone else."
Ba Bu Yi smiled awkwardly and replied, "Mom, that won’t happen. Yue Yue isn’t that kind of person. Since she’s agreed to marry me, she’ll definitely stay with me. Being able to marry someone like Yue Yue is more than I could ask for. I’ll dedicate all my genuine love to her and win her over completely, just like Dad did with you."
Ballon laughed heartily, "That’s right, son—that’s my boy! Yue Yue truly has good taste, knowing that you’re far superior to that Ah Dai. Only someone as dashing, accomplished, and exceptionally talented as you could be worthy of her. Bu Yi, today you’re the star of the show. Make sure to impress everyone—don’t let them think you’re only marrying Yue Yue because of her position."
Ba Bu Yi nodded resolutely and said, "I genuinely love Yue Yue. No matter what anyone says, it won’t matter—I’ll use my actions to prove my love for her. Dad, is it time for us to leave now?"
