Chapter 12
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nBone Dragon? I Already Had It
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nThanks to the good image of the necromancer and Matthew’s superb acting skills, he had successfully entered the Evil Priest’s camp.
nHowever, he did not let his guard down.
nFrom beginning to end.
nHe didn’t even walk past Fein or the fat man.
nHe hid in the middle of the skeleton soldiers.
nHe followed behind them all the way.
nThe fatty named Angele was getting more and more disgusted by Matthew.
nFein didn’t say much about it.
nOn the contrary, this was how a lone necromancer should behave.
nEvil, mean, cunning, cautious.
nIt was obvious that he was not to be trifled with.
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nThe valley entrance was very narrow.
nHowever, the camp was surprisingly spacious.
nMatthew found some scattered pottery and utensils inside.
nThese things were obviously not made by humans.
n“This used to be the lair of a group of lizard monsters.”
nHe seemed to have seen the doubt in Matthew’s eyes.
nFein explained with a warm smile, “I wanted to invite them to join our cause, but their shamans didn’t appreciate it, so I had to kill them all.”
nMatthew lowered his voice. “It’s fine. They still contributed their strength.”
nFein looked at the short skeletons among the skeleton soldiers.
nHis eyes revealed a hint of praise. ” That’s true. I’ve long wanted to find a necromancer to join us, but unfortunately, the necromancers in Baiyan City have their hands and feet sealed by ‘chains’. They’re too gentle, like wolf cubs raised in sheep pens all year round. Even if someone takes off the chains for them, they’ll only be a whimpering dog.”
nFein’s words were probing.
nThis cunning Priest obviously did not let down his guard against Matthew.
nMatthew replied disdainfully, ” The ‘Chain of Desire’ cannot suppress the necromancers’ pursuit of the truth. You only saw the surface of Baiyan City.”
nFein smiled meaningfully. “Perhaps. It seems that you know Baiyan City better than me.”
nMatthew pretended to snort.
nHe did not continue to dwell on this topic but chose to take the initiative. “Who is your sect leader?”
nAs soon as he finished speaking.
nThe fat man, Angele, was furious. “You’re offending the dignity of our Lord!”
nMatthew did not give in. “Heh, as far as I know, there are a lot of scammers in the outer planes. Their strength is pitifully weak, but they pretend to be omnipotent. Do you understand what I mean? Fein? You’re not the first Evil Priest I know.”
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nEvil Priests.
nAs its name suggested, this was a relatively evil class or profession.
nThe power of the Evil Priests usually came from the sect master they served.
nMost of these sect masters were not from this plane, but they were abnormally powerful outer-layer lifeforms.
nThey could be fairies from the Arcane Wilderness, great evil spirits from the lower planes, creations of dusk whose bodies were buried in the astral plane, or divine sins sealed under the Bridge of All Life.
nThe strength of an Evil Priest depended on how much power their sect master could project into the plane and how much the sect master cared for the former.
nUsually, the sect masters would not let their disciples be too weak.
nHowever, there were some exceptions.
nIt was just as Matthew had said.
nThe quality of the creatures in the outer plane was mixed, and it was inevitable that there would be a few people who were mixed in.
nSome Evil Priests were deceived by the outer layer creatures and did not gain much power, but they paid a huge price.
nSuch examples were not rare.
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n“You do have some knowledge.” Fein was still not angry.
nHe chuckled and said, ” It’s not convenient for me to tell you the name of my Lord for the time being, but as long as you join my church, you will have the answer to everything you want to know.”
nInconvenient to reveal?
nThen he could eliminate the Void Ruler Yurkus mentioned in the secret letter.
nSometimes, Evil Priests did not do things to please their sect master. Instead, they would try to please the people their sect master wanted to please.
n‘This means that the sect master behind him won’t be too high in status.’
nMatthew thought quickly.
nHe still maintained his sharp and mean attitude on the outside.
nHe looked around. “Your Church? With all due respect, these people don’t look like they can do anything. They don’t seem to have any faith in the Church.”
nThere were about forty to fifty people inside and outside the camp.
nThis was not a small scale for an Evil Priest team.
nHowever, Matthew noticed that these people did not seem to be fanatical cultists.
nThey looked listless.
nFein blinked.
n“They are just some helpers that I found in a hurry. Some of them are exiled prisoners that I bought from Black Lake Port, and the other is a bandit group that I have incorporated.
n“It’s reasonable for you to look down on them, but in the path of completing our career, we will always need some such menial characters.”
nMatthew snorted, and his disdain became more and more obvious.
n“You better show some sincerity and not waste my time here!”
n“Alright, alright.” Fein shrugged helplessly. “I’ll bring you to meet someone. I’m preparing to hold a ceremony recently, and she’s the most crucial part.”
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nDeep in the valley.
nIn a tall tent.
nMatthew saw Sif.
nIt was a young girl with brown-red hair and a pretty face. Her skin was very clean, and only one or two faint freckles on the left side of her nose gave her a delicate and mischievous feeling.
nShe was now wrapped in a thick blanket.
nShe looked unconscious.
n“Who is this girl?”
nMatthew asked knowingly.
n“The only daughter of the Suki Family.”
nFein raised his head proudly.
n“You should know what kind of bloodline flows in her body…
n“As long as the ritual is successful, we can attract the heavenly fire to destroy everything.”
nMatthew didn’t say anything.
nHe really didn’t know what was so special about the bloodline of the Suki Family.
nHe tried to beat around the bush.
n“How did you catch her?”
nFein didn’t get carried away. “This is something you will only know after you join the Church.
n“How is it? Sir, I’ve already shown enough sincerity, but you haven’t even told me your name.”
nMatthew said casually, “You can call me Rogge.
n“If I join you, what can I get?”
nFein nodded.
n“So, Mr. Rogge.
n” Our mission is to awaken the ‘calamity’ through a great ritual. Every time we succeed, the Lord will bestow rewards and secret treasures. As long as you join us, you will also receive a share of these blessings.
n“After you break through to the fourth level, my Lord might bestow you with a Bone Dragon.”
nBone Dragon?
nI already have one.
nMatthew thought to himself that this Evil Priest was even better than him at making up stories.
nBut on the surface, he still looked tempted.
n“Then what do I need to do?”
nFein’s eyes flickered. “A small test.
n“Since you were able to kill Heiss, you must have mastered the ‘Death Curtain’, right?”
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nDeath Curtain.
nNecromancer level 12 spell.
nThe effect was equivalent to a small, weakened version of the Undead Calamity!
nWhere the death curtain covers the place
nAll living beings would be quickly drained of their life force.
nThen, one by one, they turned into dead spirits.
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n“I do.” Matthew frowned. “However, the effect of this spell is not good. Even a disabled person has the opportunity to escape the range of the Death Curtain by relying on their will to escape.”
nThis was also the awkward part of the Death Curtain.
nIt sounded very powerful on paper.
nHowever, compared to the Undead Calamity, which had instant death, the Death Curtain’s killing efficiency was so low that the victims could easily escape.
nEven necromancers who wanted to kill the innocent would not learn this spell.
n“What if they stand still and let you kill them?” said Fein with a smile.
nMatthew’s heart skipped a beat, and he immediately nodded. “Of course, that would change everything.”
n“Very good.”
nFein opened the tent door and motioned for the two to leave.
nThey arrived outside the camp.
nHe shouted,
n“Angele! Call everyone over.”
nThen, he looked at Matthew and whispered,
n“Prepare the spell.”
nMatthew refuted, “Are you crazy? Casting a spell in front of so many people, they will tear me apart!”
n“No, believe me, they won’t!” Fein said firmly.
n“You did something to them…” Matthew was puzzled. “But why did you do it? Although these people are useless, they must have cost you a lot of money, right?”
n“Mr. Rogge, you have too many questions.”
nFor the first time, Fein showed a hint of dissatisfaction.
nAs they spoke, Everyone gathered around.
nIncluding the two guards who were guarding Sif’s tent.
nFein suddenly let out a sharp shriek.
nFifteen seconds later.
nThese people all covered their heads in pain.
nThen, they knelt on the ground one after another.
nAt the same time.
nFlagelella-like threads began to emerge from their skin.
nThese gray threads floated in the air.
nIt emitted a strong evil aura!
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nInsight: The Priest Fein used Curse!」
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n“Let’s begin, Mr. Rogge!”
nFein gave Matthew an unfriendly look.
n“Angele! Bring that girl and prepare my carriage!”
nHe called out again.
nMatthew looked around.
nHe noticed that other than the big tent where Sif was imprisoned, there were many other small tents in the valley.
nThese small tents were not used for living.
nThere seems to be something hidden inside.
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nInsight: You have sensed a strong Curse aura. This is part of a Curse Creation.
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nCurse Creation.
nDeath Curtain.
nMatthew was enlightened. ‘He wanted to create a batch of true Evil Spirits here!’
nEvil Spirit was different from the undead that was purely filled with negative energy.
nEvil Spirits that were layered with the elements of the Curse were even more terrifying and evil!
n“Are you guys leaving?”
nMatthew took out his staff and looked at Fein.
n“Yes. Before you came, I received a secret message that the Suki Family reacted faster than I expected. Unfortunately, I have to postpone the ceremony and abandon this stronghold.”
nFein explained coldly, “Their people are on their way here, and I naturally have to prepare some surprises for them.
n” If you don’t make a move, then these Curse Creations will only add a little trouble to the underlings. However, if we could create a real evil spirit in the material world, not only would the spirit be able to make the Suki family suffer a huge loss, you might even be able to please His Lord.
n“Mr. Rogge, out of politeness and respect, I’ve already told you everything that I shouldn’t have said. Now…Please don’t disappoint me,” As he spoke, his right hand gripped the sword.
nHis left hand was holding a spellbook with an evil wolf head engraved on it.
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n“I understand.”
nMatthew smiled lightly and raised his withered wooden staff. A low incantation sounded.
nFein retreated to what he thought was a safe distance.
nHe looked at Matthew warily.
nUntil that moment, A strong sense of danger surged into his heart!
n“I forgot to tell you that although I am a necromancer, I am actually a good person.” Matthew smiled. ” In addition, I already have a bone dragon.”
nAs soon as he finished speaking.
nThe soundless roar took away all the sounds in the valley.
nIn the distorted air.
nA gigantic creature covered in bones descended from the sky!
nFein and Angele tried to escape.
nUnfortunately, they could not do it.
nA domineering aura spread out like a stone thrown into a calm pond.
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nYour summoned creature has used the ability ‘Draconic Prestige’!
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nEvil Priest Fein and Evil Warrior Angele were stunned, weakened, and scared.
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nDuration: 12 seconds
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