Upon hearing Ling Feng's words, a flash of realization crossed Saint Di Anfu's eyes, and her heart finally grasped the truth; all the preceding conversation had merely been a prelude to this moment!

She had been wondering why Ling Feng had suddenly interfered with her plans, why he had so unreasonably sought to disrupt her strategy—his ultimate goal wasn't to meddle with her affairs but to secure some assistance from the Church!

However, after the exchange they had just had, Ling Feng would transform from a mere petitioner into a partner, a change that was not to be spoken of in the same breath!

"But what does this wretched fellow want?" The circuitous route Ling Feng had taken left Saint Di Anfu feeling uneasy.

"So you're saying that we must form an alliance with you?" Saint Di Anfu said in a deep voice.

Ling Feng snapped his fingers and said, "Smart, I didn't expect you to grasp the principle so quickly. You are indeed the Bright Church's Saintess, endowed with natural intelligence!"

If I hadn't understood after all you've said, wouldn't that make me as dumb as a pig? Saint Di Anfu rolled her eyes, "What do you want?"

Ling Feng replied, "Before I answer your question, I must first tell you that an alliance between you and me will be of tremendous help to you! The Scepter of Kings is the Papal Court of Light's heirloom. As long as I help you find it, the strength of your Papal Court of Light will climb another rung, and you'll be able to suppress the Dark Church!"

"I help you retrieve your heirloom; how do you think you could express your gratitude for this contribution?" Ling Feng said, with an amusing tone.

Saint Di Anfu frowned, "What do you want, just say it!"

Ling Feng chuckled, "Quite simple, my request is as easy as turning over one's hand for you—I want to borrow the original manuscript of your Holy Bible!"

"What? You want to borrow the original manuscript of our Holy Bible? Are you joking!" Saint Di Anfu couldn't hold back anymore; Ling Feng was truly asking for the moon!

Ling Feng raised his eyebrows and said, "I'm not joking. I've always been curious about what exactly is written in the most original Holy Bible. As long as you can satisfy this curiosity of mine, I will certainly help you with all my strength!"

The original draft of the Holy Bible is said to be God's scriptures left to humanity! To the Papal Court of Light, it's akin to the imperial seal of ancient Huaxia states, an item impossible to be lent to outsiders.

Moreover, the Holy Bible contains supreme teachings. Those who comprehend the Holy Bible can gain immense power. It is also the foundation of the Papal Court of Light, something that could never be lent out, unless the Papal Court were to be completely destroyed!

"We absolutely cannot accept your condition!" Saint Di Anfu stated decisively, "Even if you disrupt our plans, or hinder our acquisition of the Scepter of Kings, we cannot agree to your condition. You should give up on that idea!"

Ling Feng knew that his demand was indeed difficult, and he said with regret, "So it seems you won't agree to my condition?"

"Impossible!" Saint Di Anfu watched Ling Feng with caution.

Ling Feng shook his head, "It looks like achieving my long-cherished wish is impossible. In that case, I'll have to settle for the next best thing! I've heard that both the Crown of Light and the Scepter of Kings are your Papal Court of Light's heirlooms. If I help you recover the Scepter of Kings, just lending me the Crown of Light should suffice! I suppose you should be able to accept this condition?"

By resorting to a strategy of compromise, Ling Feng found success; hearing his new proposal, Saint Di Anfu fell into deep thought.

This condition was still somewhat harsh, but when compared to the previous one, it was a considerable concession. This softened Saint Di Anfu's stance somewhat.

"It's just a temporary use, not a permanent loss," Ling Feng said, somewhat impatiently, "Once I'm finished with it, won't your Papal Court of Light be able to possess all of the heirlooms? What's there to consider?"

Saint Di Anfu lifted her head to look at Ling Feng, "I personally don't have the authority to accept your condition! However, I can convey your terms to the Pope and let His Holiness decide whether or not he can accept your terms. As to whether the Pope will agree to your conditions, that's beyond my control!"

Ling Feng curled his lip and said, "Your authority as the Bright Saintess is really quite limited, huh? Aren't you one of the symbols representing the Papal Court of Light? You don't even have this bit of power?"

This bit of power? Saint Di Anfu wanted to bite Ling Feng so badly. As a sacred heirloom, the Crown of Light can't be used by anyone unless the Pope himself speaks out!

"Then you can go and relay this to your Pope now. I think with the Pope's wisdom, he should agree to my terms!" Ling Feng said.

Saint Di Anfu snorted coldly, "With the Pope's wisdom, he'll certainly make the most correct choice. As for whether he will agree to your terms, you'll just have to wait and see!"

With that, Saint Di Anfu turned and left. The conversation with Ling Feng filled her heart with resentment and rage!

Ling Feng sighed; to completely remove the mental bomb from Yun Hanrui's mind, he had no other choice!

After thinking for a moment, Ling Feng stood up and went to Meizi Club.

"Master!" Upon seeing Ling Feng, Wei Meizi's face lit up with joy, "Master, you haven't come for a long time. Could it be that you have grown tired of Meizi?"

Looking at Wei Meizi dressed in a seductive outfit, the corner of Ling Feng's mouth twitched, "I have a task I want to give you. Have your people complete it as soon as possible!"

"Please tell me, Master!" Wei Meizi licked her lips and said, "Flame Hall is entirely at Master's command!"

"I want to know about Liu Yuwei of Yan University's Finance Department's family information!" With a wave of his hand, Ling Feng dropped a photo of Liu Yuwei in front of Wei Meizi, "But I'm telling you, Liu Yuwei is my little sister. You mustn't harm her when you act; do you understand? You need to get the information I want without her knowing!"

"Meizi understands!" Wei Meizi quickly instructed her subordinates to take care of the matter.

Ling Feng originally really liked Liu Yuwei, especially her carefree and straightforward personality. But after talking with Saint Di Anfu, he knew that Liu Yuwei's family background must be quite extraordinary! Otherwise, Liu Yuwei wouldn't have had access to the Scepter of Kings!

"By the way, what about that guy I had you lock up before?" Ling Feng asked.

After capturing the Illusionist, Ling Feng sealed his powers and handed him over to Wei Meizi for the Shadow Group to monitor.

"That guy called the Illusionist has been very quiet and cooperative with our actions!" Wei Meizi hesitated for a moment before speaking, "But he gives me an uneasy feeling, especially his eyes – it's like they can see right through people."

"Don't worry, no matter how powerful he is, he's still become my prisoner," Ling Feng said coldly, "But this guy is really dangerous. I'm worried someone might come to rescue him. You have to hide him well and make sure he can't easily be found!"

"Yes, I understand, Master!" Wei Meizi said softly, her eyes seemingly brimming with water.

At this moment, a warning voice came from below, "Lady, Fang Zhengping is on his way up and we can't stop him. Please, Lady, prepare yourself quickly!"

"Fang Zhengping?" Ling Feng frowned upon hearing this voice, "Is that the bastard who planned to kill your father?"

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