Chapter 1984: Chapter 1984: Regaining Freedom
"This is the taste of freedom!"
Austin clenched his fist, and a powerful surge of energy erupted within him.
His gaze was passionate, yet tinged with a hint of nostalgia.
Not just Austin, Frank and Felix also looked equally exhilarated. Ever since the sun mark was branded on their foreheads, this was the first time in years they felt the presence of vitality.
"How does it feel? I told you, I’m not here to deceive you."
Charles stood nearby, smiling as he spoke.
Upon hearing his words, the three of them almost simultaneously turned their heads to look at him.
Felix’s eyes flashed with complexity before he spoke, "You should be glad you didn’t deceive us this time, otherwise, I’d have wanted to smash your head with my fist right now."
"Old pal, don’t be so hot-tempered." Charles remained unfazed, smiling as he said, "Let’s reserve our strength for when the Evil God and Netherworld King show up, so we can deal with them."
"I will keep my promise. After helping you kill them, I’m leaving this place." Austin spoke up.
Hearing this, Charles nodded and said, "Of course, you are free to do so. If you’re willing to stay later, it wouldn’t be a problem either."
"You can choose from any position below the Pope."
Upon hearing his words, Frank’s eyes flashed with mockery as he said, "Any position below the Pope for us to choose? Haha, you’re quite generous. If we want to be Archbishops, wouldn’t that mean making other Archbishops give up their positions for us?"
"No need to move over; you can become Archbishops right now." Charles said.
His words caused the three of them to furrow their brows involuntarily.
Austin spoke, "It seems the trouble you’re facing is not small. Is the strength of that Warrior called Evil God and the Netherworld King really that formidable? Six Archbishops all lost their lives to them?"
"Not just six, altogether there have been twelve Archbishops who died at their hands." Charles felt a headache and anger as he said this, "First, they killed six Archbishops, then I used the Water of Divine Blessing to cultivate six Supreme Realm experts, yet they still died at their hands."
"Their strength is absolutely formidable."
Upon hearing this, Austin and the others finally showed a hint of surprise and seriousness on their faces.
Because they asked themselves, even if the three of them joined forces, it would be hard to kill twelve Archbishops. Yet the opponent, with just two people teamed up, could push the Bright Church into such a dire situation. The strength of Xiao Zheng and Hades made them all apprehensive.
But speaking of which, they also had to thank Xiao Zheng and Hades.
If it hadn’t been for Xiao Zheng and Hades pushing the Bright Church to the brink, Charles would never have let them out of the courthouse.
After glancing at the three of them, Charles said, "Don’t worry, no matter how strong they are, they’re only two people. As long as the four of us team up, we can ensure they have no way out."
"Moreover, I’ve deployed approximately seventy thousand troops outside, along with your help, we have no reason to lose this battle."
Upon hearing his words, Austin and the others nodded, feeling slightly reassured in their hearts.
"Let’s go. After being inside for so many years, it’s time you see the outside world." Charles said, "You will surely love the feeling of freedom once you see the light of day again."
After saying this, he turned and walked out of the cell.
Austin and the others were filled with excitement, following Charles out together.
After this, three odd-tempered individuals appeared in the Holy Land of the Bright Church. Yet besides Charles, no one knew they were actually Supreme Realm experts!
On the other side.
The news of the Bright Church’s defeat finally spread throughout all of Europe.
The world was once again shocked, marveling at the strength of Xiao Zheng and Hades, also at the feebleness of the Bright Church. Only now did people gradually begin to believe the Bright Church’s rule could indeed be overthrown.
Almost overnight, the Bright Church became an object of ridicule in Europe.
Some cities went to extremes, even burning and destroying temples devoted to the Light God.
A series of events targeting the Bright Church kept playing out across Europe...
In contrast to the Bright Church’s embarrassment, the Sky Net and Blood Clan were celebrating like it was a holiday, everyone’s faces filled with joy. Especially those Blood Clan members oppressed by the Bright Church, they tasted the exhilaration of rising above for the first time.
Just thinking about overthrowing the Bright Church and the Blood Clan replacing its position in Europe, these powerful beings from the Blood Clan were excited.
Comparatively, only Hades seemed calm.
Perhaps it was because she always wore a cold expression, making her appear indifferent to this hard-won victory.
It’s been two days since the battle passed.
During these two days, everyone celebrated wildly in Song City.
Xiao Zheng also spent two days drinking heavily with Long Qie and the others, finally ending up in a drunken stupor. Here, there was an amusing episode; upon waking from his drunkenness, he found Catherine had somehow crawled into his bed.
Luckily, they were both clothed, otherwise, it would truly be hard to explain.
Xiao Zheng shook his somewhat woozy head, then cycled his energy for one round, instantly feeling refreshed. After covering Catherine with a blanket, he walked into the bathroom to wash up.
However, unbeknownst to him, just as he entered the bathroom, Catherine opened her eyes.
Her eyes held an indescribable mix of disappointment and frustration.
"What a pity."
"Such a golden opportunity, yet I let it slip away."
Catherine sat up and couldn’t help but sigh.
At this moment, Xiao Zheng had just stepped out from the bathroom, and upon seeing her awake, he initially froze, then quickly said, "Don’t get the wrong idea, I woke up and found you on my bed, as to how you got in here, don’t ask me because I’m not really sure either."
Upon hearing his words, Catherine replied irritably, "Why are you in such a hurry to explain? Are you worried I’ll hold you accountable? If I had wanted to have my way with you, I’d have forced myself onto you years ago!"
Aware of her forcefulness, Xiao Zheng rolled his eyes helplessly, "That’s a bit hurtful, making me seem so insignificant."
"Oh? Do you secretly wish for me to have my way with you?" Catherine licked her lips sensually, saying, "Then what are you waiting for? After all, there’s only you and me in the room right now, hurry and get on the bed."
Seeing her ravenous appearance, Xiao Zheng couldn’t help but shiver.
