In the dim church, lights had come on at some unknown time.
But the world inside seemed to have transformed into another realm.
On layers of snow-white mountains, a blooming blood-colored flower was adorned.
Trickling water flowed down the mountain streams, presenting a dazzling and enchanting scene.
But at this moment, Linde's attention was not entirely here.
He seemed to fall into an abyss, a strong restraint enveloping his entire body.
This forced him to start increasing his strength.
Fortunately, he had already experienced countless great battles and knew the importance of coordinating his body.
He also understood the principle of striking while the iron is hot, as momentum wanes after the first attempt and is exhausted by the third.
With a full burst of power, he finally shattered the restraints in one go.
By the time Linde escaped the abyss, Linali, who had been fighting alongside him, was already gravely injured and unconscious.
"Ah ah ah ah..."
Karavana, in unbearable pain, wailed continuously.
Without a single word, she knelt on the ground, begging for forgiveness.
Linde pressed on her shoulder, his expression cold and indifferent: "As a Fallen Angel, do you now realize the mistake you've made?"
Feeling the pain that originated from her soul, Karavana's tears streamed down involuntarily.
"I... I know I was wrong, I beg for your forgiveness..."
Before she could finish her sentence, Linde cut her off.
"For those who need to correct their mistakes, it's not about what they say, but what they do."
"You betrayed God, so you should be punished."
"Cleanse the filth; this is also part of your atonement."
"I... I also know I was wrong..."
Miltilt, only 1.4 meters tall, quickly scurried over, like a little puppy.
The soul-tearing pain had already made her abandon all her dignity and pride.
With the efforts of Miltilt and Karavana, the church began to become clean and bright.
Only the red petals on the ground became even more glaring.
Witnessing this scene, all the bystanders were dumbfounded.
The turn of events...
Completely exceeded their expectations.
The three Fallen Angels, originally ruthless, now only whimpered like dogs.
"Gulp!"
Asia swallowed, looking towards the statue of God in the church.
She clasped her hands together, closed her eyes, and prayed: "Almighty Lord, please forgive... Ow ow ow."
Before she could finish, she clutched her head and cried out in pain.
"..." N.
This child is even more of a handful.
How many times has this happened? She really doesn't learn.
Miyano Shiho and the others looked at Asia, then at Linde.
The actions of these two were truly quite a contrast.
"Alright, since the matter here is resolved, it's time for us to go back."
At this moment, Linde snapped his fingers.
The next moment...
With a flash of light...
Their figures had already vanished... The next day.
The morning sun, though early, was exceptionally dazzling.
Linde opened his eyes and looked at his Retainers around him.
As usual, it affected Vermouth and Miyano Shiho.
"Hmm..."
As if sensing Linde's gaze, Vermouth and Miyano Shiho murmured and opened their eyes.
Miyano Shiho felt a strange resentment, saying softly, "Master, you've only been back for a day, and you've already gained four more Retainers."
Linde stroked his chin, counting silently: "Actually, there are six."
Miyano Shiho's eyes widened, filled with disbelief.
Her expression instantly lost all its color.
"Master, then why didn't you bring them over?"
Vermouth was also a little jealous.
"Oh, they are in Another World."
"Another World." 2.
Vermouth and Miyano Shiho subconsciously exclaimed.
Linde nodded and began to explain.
The more they listened, the more astonished their expressions became, and their mouths unconsciously opened.
"It turns out to be like this..."
They had been devils for some time now.
And their understanding of this world was also growing.
They knew deeply...
How much mystery and danger were hidden in this seemingly peaceful world.
But the more they knew, the more they understood the difficulty of certain things.
For example, Another World.
Its existence had already been proven.
Countless forces were interested in it.
Especially for devils, this represented a large population.
Even the Devil Kings had tried to find it.
But without exception, all had failed.
However, their Master had accomplished all of this.
Besides that...
Their Reincarnation Ritual was also special.
Through understanding...
It completely surpassed the devil chess piece of that Devil King.
All of this was too shocking.
Their Master had achieved two feats that surpassed a Devil King.
For a moment...
Vermouth and Miyano Shiho felt that their jealousy seemed a bit petty.
Their gazes grew even more reverent and adoring.
What kind of look is that?
Linde blinked, a bit confused.
Why did it feel like their favorability had increased again?
At this moment...
Linali and the others stirred, waking up one after another.
They groggily saw Linde and stiffened.
Yesterday's events...
Flashed before their eyes again.
Their bodies trembled instinctively out of fear.
"Since you're awake, shouldn't you greet me?"
"You, hello."
"Are you three not fully awake? Call me Master."
The calm voice, to their ears, was like a clap of thunder.
With a thud, the three of them immediately knelt down.
"Hello, Master." 3.
"Hmm, very obedient."
Linde, as if facing a kitten, gave each of them a pat on the head.
A strong sense of humiliation caused their eyes to change.
But before the thought could fully form, they shivered again.
Yesterday's lesson...
Was still vivid in their minds.
Making them dare not cross the line again.
Linde was very satisfied with this and directly asked: "Among you three, who knows how to extract a Sacred Gear from a human body?"
"I, I do."
Linali spoke up very sensibly: "Does Master need me to set it up?"
"Hmm, let's talk about it after dinner."