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Chapter 480
chapter 359 part 2
"Could we see His Excellency the Chief Justice, the one who contacted us in his capacity as a diplomat?"
"My apologies, but the old man who died was him~" Clementine licked her soft pink lips, speaking with an innocent expression.
She found this matter rather interesting.
However, since she was in the Theocracy and many people were watching, she couldn't afford to be seen smiling gleefully.
'Pink' Isadoro was stunned. He clearly hadn't expected something like this to happen. When he recalled certain regulations within the Theocracy, his face couldn't help but darken.
"So..."
Clementine toyed with the short dagger in her hand and spoke again slowly.
"A major figure with an extremely high status like His Excellency the Chief Justice has died, and during this period, he had prolonged, direct contact with you all."
"So, just in case, none of you can leave the guest quarters for now."
'Pink' Isadoro's face grew even darker.
Yesterday.
Through the probing and contact made by 'Black' Pabel, they had received information that Leader Tang's negotiations with the Theocracy had likely broken down.
This had made 'Pink' Isadoro happy for a while.
Their enemy's negotiations had failed.
This was naturally only beneficial for their Holy Kingdom.
They had come this time, nominally to demand an explanation from the Theocracy. Since Leader Tang's talks had collapsed, the point of demanding an explanation was moot. The most important thing was to leave the Theocracy together with Leader Tang.
But now, leaving was impossible.
The talks had just broken down yesterday, and today something like this happened.
If not for Chief Justice Gureido's extremely high position, 'Pink' Isadoro would have suspected the Theocracy was deliberately setting them up.
In an instant, the atmosphere in the courtyard became somewhat delicate.
Clang, clang— The clatter of armor and the thud of heavy boots on the ground resounded.
Hundreds of soldiers from the Theocracy rushed in from all directions, surrounding the Holy Kingdom's party. Each soldier glared at the people from the Holy Kingdom, their faces filled with unrestrained anger.
Although Chief Justice Gureido was in charge of the Theocracy's justice system, his personal reputation and prestige were extremely high.
Moreover, his personal image of "kindness" and "equality" had left an excellent impression on the hearts of the Theocracy's common populace.
With Chief Justice Gureido's sudden death, how could the Theocracy's soldiers possibly have a good attitude towards the people from the Holy Kingdom?
"That old man's death has nothing to do with us!" Remedios said in a cold voice.
As soon as she said this, the hostility of the surrounding soldiers intensified.
The corners of Clementine's mouth curved up in amusement. She had no intention of intervening; on the contrary, she hoped this stupid woman Remedios would get into a direct conflict with the Theocracy.
That would be so much fun!
Who cares if these common soldiers die?
The expressions of 'Pink' Isadoro and 'Black' Pabel changed slightly. They moved in unison to stand behind Remedios, assuming a defensive posture.
The soldiers gripped their weapons nervously.
The three people before them were strong individuals who had stepped into the "Heroic Realm." If a conflict truly broke out, forget about their small number; even an army of a thousand would be utterly slaughtered.
"How lively."
A faint, gentle chuckle came from within the guest quarters.
A figure in a white priest's robe walked out of the main gate and looked at the confrontational crowd. "Are you all planning to start a war between two nations?"
"We were also very surprised by the Chief Justice's matter."
"To everyone from the Theocracy, please accept my condolences. If there is anything you need my cooperation for, I will certainly do my best."
Tang Zheng walked to a spot not far from Remedios, glanced at the secretly instigating Clementine, and said gently, "Captain Remedios, I wonder if you would be interested in joining me for a cup of tea?"
In response to the invitation, "Fine." The furious Remedios's expression softened considerably. Regaining a measure of her pride, she nodded.
—In the living room of the suite.
The three from the Holy Kingdom sat on the sofas on either side.
Aside from Remedios, whose gaze wandered restlessly, occasionally sizing up the spacious living room, both 'Pink' Isadoro and 'Black' Pabel were frowning slightly, lost in thought.
It was clear that the events of the day had made the two of them sense that something was amiss.
Pure white porcelain teacups were placed on the table.
"The black tea provided by the Theocracy is quite good. Perhaps I can ask for some when we leave."
Tang Zheng spoke with a light chuckle, picking up the teapot from the table and tilting it. Amber-colored tea flowed from the spout, emitting a steamy vapor.
"It is indeed a high-quality black tea, but it's still a bit lacking compared to the superior black tea from our Holy Kingdom."
Remedios lifted her chin and spoke disparagingly.
"The taste is a bit astringent. If you used our Holy Kingdom's black tea with fruit slices, it would have a unique fruity aroma."
"If Leader Tang likes it, I can give you some the next time you visit our Holy Kingdom."
"Is that so." Upon hearing Remedios's words, Tang Zheng simply smiled.
'Pink' Isadoro let out an almost inaudible sigh. He couldn't care less about black tea at the moment.
The current situation was truly bizarre.
"Leader Tang, did His Excellency, Chief Justice Gureido, really die?"
'Pink' Isadoro's expression was grave, a cold glint flashing in his eyes. He suspected that this might be a trick.
After all, they had only heard about this from someone from the Theocracy. Its truthfulness was questionable; perhaps it was just a ploy to restrain them.
"It's unlikely to be false."
Tang Zheng put down the teapot, brought the teacup to his lips, and shook his head.
"Miss Clementine's words might contain some falsehoods, but the behavior of those Theocracy soldiers did not seem fake."
'Pink' Isadoro recalled the hostile gazes of the Theocracy soldiers, and his heart sank.
"Things have become rather troublesome, Leader Tang."
'Pink' Isadoro spoke grimly, "Given the current situation, I'm afraid we won't be able to leave the Theocracy any time soon."
"Then we'll fight our way out!" Remedios snorted coldly, her arms crossed over her chest.
"With the strength of the four of us, who are in the Heroic Realm, the Theocracy can't stop us."
'Pink' Isadoro was briefly stunned; he realized this was indeed an option.
Tang Zheng didn't speak, merely lifting the black tea from the table and taking a sip, his expression calm and composed.
Chief Justice Gureido's death had deepened his understanding of the Theocracy by another layer!
"Heh, they're a bit too eager for results."
Whether it was the future assassination of Gazef, or their long-held hope that the Kingdom would bear the heavy responsibility for humanity on that fertile land.
Or preserving the demi-humans in the Hills, letting them create conflict with the Holy Kingdom as an experiment to heighten the Holy Kingdom's sense of crisis—all of it was very telling.
The Theocracy always wanted to achieve the greatest results for the smallest price, or to scheme for more through a single event.
To put it nicely, they were trying to bite off more than they could chew.
"The humans of this world have only 600 years of history. Their foundation is truly lacking," Tang Zheng sighed inwardly.
(end of chapter)
"Could we see His Excellency the Chief Justice, the one who contacted us in his capacity as a diplomat?"
"My apologies, but the old man who died was him~" Clementine licked her soft pink lips, speaking with an innocent expression.
She found this matter rather interesting.
However, since she was in the Theocracy and many people were watching, she couldn't afford to be seen smiling gleefully.
'Pink' Isadoro was stunned. He clearly hadn't expected something like this to happen. When he recalled certain regulations within the Theocracy, his face couldn't help but darken.
"So..."
Clementine toyed with the short dagger in her hand and spoke again slowly.
"A major figure with an extremely high status like His Excellency the Chief Justice has died, and during this period, he had prolonged, direct contact with you all."
"So, just in case, none of you can leave the guest quarters for now."
'Pink' Isadoro's face grew even darker.
Yesterday.
Through the probing and contact made by 'Black' Pabel, they had received information that Leader Tang's negotiations with the Theocracy had likely broken down.
This had made 'Pink' Isadoro happy for a while.
Their enemy's negotiations had failed.
This was naturally only beneficial for their Holy Kingdom.
They had come this time, nominally to demand an explanation from the Theocracy. Since Leader Tang's talks had collapsed, the point of demanding an explanation was moot. The most important thing was to leave the Theocracy together with Leader Tang.
But now, leaving was impossible.
The talks had just broken down yesterday, and today something like this happened.
If not for Chief Justice Gureido's extremely high position, 'Pink' Isadoro would have suspected the Theocracy was deliberately setting them up.
In an instant, the atmosphere in the courtyard became somewhat delicate.
Clang, clang— The clatter of armor and the thud of heavy boots on the ground resounded.
Hundreds of soldiers from the Theocracy rushed in from all directions, surrounding the Holy Kingdom's party. Each soldier glared at the people from the Holy Kingdom, their faces filled with unrestrained anger.
Although Chief Justice Gureido was in charge of the Theocracy's justice system, his personal reputation and prestige were extremely high.
Moreover, his personal image of "kindness" and "equality" had left an excellent impression on the hearts of the Theocracy's common populace.
With Chief Justice Gureido's sudden death, how could the Theocracy's soldiers possibly have a good attitude towards the people from the Holy Kingdom?
"That old man's death has nothing to do with us!" Remedios said in a cold voice.
As soon as she said this, the hostility of the surrounding soldiers intensified.
The corners of Clementine's mouth curved up in amusement. She had no intention of intervening; on the contrary, she hoped this stupid woman Remedios would get into a direct conflict with the Theocracy.
That would be so much fun!
Who cares if these common soldiers die?
The expressions of 'Pink' Isadoro and 'Black' Pabel changed slightly. They moved in unison to stand behind Remedios, assuming a defensive posture.
The soldiers gripped their weapons nervously.
The three people before them were strong individuals who had stepped into the "Heroic Realm." If a conflict truly broke out, forget about their small number; even an army of a thousand would be utterly slaughtered.
"How lively."
A faint, gentle chuckle came from within the guest quarters.
A figure in a white priest's robe walked out of the main gate and looked at the confrontational crowd. "Are you all planning to start a war between two nations?"
"We were also very surprised by the Chief Justice's matter."
"To everyone from the Theocracy, please accept my condolences. If there is anything you need my cooperation for, I will certainly do my best."
Tang Zheng walked to a spot not far from Remedios, glanced at the secretly instigating Clementine, and said gently, "Captain Remedios, I wonder if you would be interested in joining me for a cup of tea?"
In response to the invitation, "Fine." The furious Remedios's expression softened considerably. Regaining a measure of her pride, she nodded.
—In the living room of the suite.
The three from the Holy Kingdom sat on the sofas on either side.
Aside from Remedios, whose gaze wandered restlessly, occasionally sizing up the spacious living room, both 'Pink' Isadoro and 'Black' Pabel were frowning slightly, lost in thought.
It was clear that the events of the day had made the two of them sense that something was amiss.
Pure white porcelain teacups were placed on the table.
"The black tea provided by the Theocracy is quite good. Perhaps I can ask for some when we leave."
Tang Zheng spoke with a light chuckle, picking up the teapot from the table and tilting it. Amber-colored tea flowed from the spout, emitting a steamy vapor.
"It is indeed a high-quality black tea, but it's still a bit lacking compared to the superior black tea from our Holy Kingdom."
Remedios lifted her chin and spoke disparagingly.
"The taste is a bit astringent. If you used our Holy Kingdom's black tea with fruit slices, it would have a unique fruity aroma."
"If Leader Tang likes it, I can give you some the next time you visit our Holy Kingdom."
"Is that so." Upon hearing Remedios's words, Tang Zheng simply smiled.
'Pink' Isadoro let out an almost inaudible sigh. He couldn't care less about black tea at the moment.
The current situation was truly bizarre.
"Leader Tang, did His Excellency, Chief Justice Gureido, really die?"
'Pink' Isadoro's expression was grave, a cold glint flashing in his eyes. He suspected that this might be a trick.
After all, they had only heard about this from someone from the Theocracy. Its truthfulness was questionable; perhaps it was just a ploy to restrain them.
"It's unlikely to be false."
Tang Zheng put down the teapot, brought the teacup to his lips, and shook his head.
"Miss Clementine's words might contain some falsehoods, but the behavior of those Theocracy soldiers did not seem fake."
'Pink' Isadoro recalled the hostile gazes of the Theocracy soldiers, and his heart sank.
"Things have become rather troublesome, Leader Tang."
'Pink' Isadoro spoke grimly, "Given the current situation, I'm afraid we won't be able to leave the Theocracy any time soon."
"Then we'll fight our way out!" Remedios snorted coldly, her arms crossed over her chest.
"With the strength of the four of us, who are in the Heroic Realm, the Theocracy can't stop us."
'Pink' Isadoro was briefly stunned; he realized this was indeed an option.
Tang Zheng didn't speak, merely lifting the black tea from the table and taking a sip, his expression calm and composed.
Chief Justice Gureido's death had deepened his understanding of the Theocracy by another layer!
"Heh, they're a bit too eager for results."
Whether it was the future assassination of Gazef, or their long-held hope that the Kingdom would bear the heavy responsibility for humanity on that fertile land.
Or preserving the demi-humans in the Hills, letting them create conflict with the Holy Kingdom as an experiment to heighten the Holy Kingdom's sense of crisis—all of it was very telling.
The Theocracy always wanted to achieve the greatest results for the smallest price, or to scheme for more through a single event.
To put it nicely, they were trying to bite off more than they could chew.
"The humans of this world have only 600 years of history. Their foundation is truly lacking," Tang Zheng sighed inwardly.
(end of chapter)
