I've Become the King of Villains in the Game-Chapter 612 - 414 You Dare Make a Move Just Try

Chapter 612: Chapter 414 You Dare Make a Move, Just Try

Chapter 612: Chapter 414 You Dare Make a Move, Just Try

As “Priest” Brendan was pondering his next move, a group of people had already entered through the grand entrance of the Generous Church. Leading them was a young man wearing a black hat, leaning on a silver staff, accompanied by seven or eight men and women, and followed by an utterly ordinary large dairy cow.

This was indeed an unusual entourage. Not only did it arouse the curiosity and astonishment of the many believers present, but even Brendan’s subordinates, the black-clad monks, showed looks of surprise.

“You… are you also here to worship at the Generous Church?”

A middle-aged man near the doorway hesitantly asked.

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Chen Lun gave him a gentle smile and said warmly,

“Of course, you could say that.”

He then strode forward, leading his followers further into the church.

Seeing this, the believers in front of him couldn’t help but give way, looking puzzled at this group of strangers who had suddenly arrived.

The black-clad priest on the pulpit suddenly changed his expression, walking down the platform respectfully and with a hint of flattery. He came to the young man in the black hat and performed a very formal prayer gesture before greeting,

“Golden Cup Councilor Brendan, I have the honor to meet Governing Officer Jack Spett!”

Shock spread across the faces of the believers.

Priest Brendan was showing such respect to this young man, even addressing him as Governing Officer… could he be one of the high-ranking members of the Generous Council, closer to the “God of Covenant” than other clergy members?

“Governing Officer Jack.”

To express their reverence for the God of Covenant, as well as their own devout Faith, nearly a hundred believers in the hall followed Brendan’s lead and greeted Chen Lun.

Chen Lun revealed a smile, nodded to everyone, and spoke slowly,

“You can all call me Father Jack. From now on, I will be responsible for this church of our Lord, preaching to every believer and expounding the teachings of our Lord in the ‘Justice Scroll’.”

“What about Priest Brendan…?”

The previously mentioned plump merchant asked.

The rest of the believers were also concerned about this question. After all, the Generous Council was a newly established Righteous God Church, and they were more familiar with Priest Brendan, who they had initially encountered.

“Ah… I will be transferred to a church in another region. I appreciate your concern,”

Brendan glanced at Chen Lun’s expression, and seeing the continued smile, he took the initiative to explain.

“The Royal City Church is located at the heart of the Empire, and its importance goes without saying. Naturally, it requires our church’s higher-level and more outstanding clergy members in charge… Compared to me, Governing Officer Jack is undoubtedly the most suitable. Everyone, please rest assured, Governing Officer Jack will certainly solve every believer’s worries and doubts.”

“I see…”

The believers nodded their heads. Though somewhat reluctant, they chose to accept this explanation.

Although the young man in the black hat seemed too youthful, his status was ultimately higher than that of Priest Brendan, and they believed they could look to him for solutions to business issues and doctrinal confusions in the future.

At this moment, Chen Lun appeared to suddenly notice something novel, his face showing surprise as he pointed towards the large golden cup on a wooden stand and asked,

“What is this?”

“Uh…”

Brendan’s expression tensed, and a flicker of panic crossed his eyes.

The believers were also somewhat puzzled. How could this Father Jack not know about the “Atonement Holy Water,” which was clearly a divine gift from the Generous Council?

In the crowd, a tall, thin merchant stepped forward, performed a prayer gesture, and answered,

“This is the ‘Atonement Holy Water’ gifted to us by Priest Brendan. It can cleanse the sins we have committed and earn us the forgiveness of the ‘God of Covenant’.”

Brendan’s face grew even tenser, and he was about to speak when Chen Lun raised his hand first, stopping him.

“So this is ‘Atonement Holy Water’.”

Chen Lun feigned sudden realization.

He glanced discreetly at Brendan and let out an inward sneer.

Actually, before entering, he had already transformed his finger into a small white snake that stealthily slithered into the church, thereby learning everything there was to know. Thus, Chen Lun knew very well that this fellow was merely bluffing under the name of the King of Slaughter, deceiving and profiting wantonly.

His Majesty Conrad may not concern himself over such trivial matters. Even if he knew, he might not care.

But Chen Lun could not condone such behavior occurring right under his nose, especially since the Royal City Church was now under his jurisdiction… If the affair were to be exposed, it would not only undermine the credibility of the Generous Council but also cause other Governing Officers and perhaps even the Speaker of the Senate to think less of him.

Being newly established, the Generous Council should be precise and cautious in all things.

Otherwise, the reputation gained from the blood-stained battle could be destroyed by some minor incident.

Although Chen Lun was not a devout follower of the King of Slaughter, he was indebted to Him and also a high-ranking member of the Council. Both morally and logically, he should intervene to protect the Council’s reputation.

His smile faded, replaced by a stern and detached expression.

Brendan’s heart skipped a beat, cursing his luck.

However, Chen Lun spoke in a slightly reproachful tone,

“The Generous Church is newly established, and many Faithful followers of our Lord have come from afar. We should care for them as we would our own kin… How could you deceive everyone with such ordinary ‘Atonement Holy Water,’ Priest Brendan?”

“Ordinary… ‘Atonement Holy Water’?”

Brendan appeared stunned.

He had thought Governing Officer Jack would publicly reveal his scheme and then chastise or reprimand him, but he had done no such thing.

“Father Jack, are you suggesting there is another type of ‘Atonement Holy Water’?”