Chapter 405: Chapter 272: Gemini Absent

The Duke’s Mansion of the Zheng family was surrounded. The City Guard and Funeral Attendants were dispatched together, but Duke Zheng had surprisingly raised Death Warriors, causing considerable damage. It wasn’t until the Metropolitan of the Church Court personally led the Judgement Team to appear that everyone was captured in one fell swoop.

The purge of rebels in the Royal City had only just begun. With Duke Zheng resolved, other resistances dwindled significantly. Once the Church Court shifted its support to Hokele, the others were left powerless.

For the Night Patrol, they had completed the arduous task given by the Moon God’s Court, but at a severe sacrifice.

Wusu became the highest commanding officer of the Night Patrol, despite not being able to meet with Hokele. Of course, it wasn’t appropriate for Hokele to show up personally, but Achilles came and confirmed the actions of the Night Patrol. The Night Patrol had fulfilled their promise to the King. As for how future cooperation would proceed, the higher-ups from the Moon God’s Court would negotiate, which was beyond Wusu’s reach.

Of course, the Hex Bird Society needed to reopen. Moreover, the Hedan Daily was also merged and temporarily managed jointly by the Hex Bird Society. Later, it will be taken over by people from the Celestial Principle School. Initial consent was given for the Hex Bird Report to further expand into other cities of Moncalleta.

The reopening of the Hex Bird Society led to a series of significant matters requiring attention. Wusu, along with the remaining Night Patrol, maintained the operations of the Hex Bird Society, and had reported the approximate situation to Dragon Capital via telegraph. In the battle with Oliver, Wusu’s strength was insufficient to participate, nor did he dare to make assumptions. They only truthfully reported their plans, resulting in Ma Zhe’s death, Li Xin and Christie missing and presumed dead. After completing the report, another telegram was sent to Secretary Kathy.

Wusu currently acts on behalf of the Hex Bird Society, awaiting further instructions from Dragon Capital. The immediate priority is to bury their fallen comrades. Before the battle, Ma Zhe and the others had said they did not plan to return to Dragon Capital, as the return journey was too long and arduous. Having lived and worked here for such a long time, being buried in this battled place, they ensure protection and watch over the comrades who follow, so they’re not alone.

In the cemetery, Wusu and others, all in black attire and solemn expressions, raised their right hands in the salute of folded fingers. More than fifty tombstones were of the Night Patrol who sacrificed, Ma Zhe among them. Without bodies for Li Xin and Christie, only symbolic tombs could be made for them.

As members of the Night Patrol, they didn’t need a Priest from the Earth Temple.

“Under the moonlit night, Justice forever persists.”

Under the red moon, the voice was low and solemn, this was the mission of the Night Patrol.

Wusu, departing, looked back at the cemetery and let out a soft sigh. In fact, the president could have left, but he still chose to fight.

No matter the circumstances, the Night Patrol had won, Hokele maintains the throne. The attitude of the Earth Temple signifies their compromise. The next step, the Moon God’s Court, is bound to expand its triumphs in Moncalleta, potentially entering Hedan. An expansion of the Hex Bird Society and Night Patrol seems almost certain.

The Pope of the Earth Temple emerged, and the friction was bound to intensify.

After two days of turmoil, the Royal City gradually returned to peace. The major affairs had stabilized, leaving only the jesters and opportunists to exhibit their theatrics.

Estella did not want to see anyone from outside. She was anxious, as Chris failed to find Mr. Gemini at the inn, and even contacting via the Star Disc yielded no response. According to her second brother, it was a fierce battle, involving four angelic powers. The souls of the Pope and Vladimir’s teacher descended later, the Pope exhibiting divine might. The exact details were unclear, but the chance of survival in such a scene was slim.

The consolation was that Vladimir’s teacher’s soul still functioned, indicating the Golden Tree had not wholly consumed him. But what about Mr. Gemini? What exactly happened to him?

The Round Table Conference.

Miss Aries, Mr. Cancer, Mr. Taurus, and Mr. Leo all arrived, yet the usually active high-backed chair of Gemini sat empty. Libra was also absent.

Christian paid it no mind; the atmosphere felt more harmonious without Gemini. Surprisingly, Miss Aries also unlocked the Three Lives. Apart from Gemini, who lagged behind, nearly all Round Table members had achieved Three Lives, a promising sign.

“Where is Gemini, running late?” Christian remarked nonchalantly.

“Congratulations to Miss Aries on unlocking Three Lives. Our Round Table Conference has seen rapid strength growth recently.” Cantona laughed, feeling somewhat envious. This is the charm of the Divine Favored, advancement comes too effortlessly.

“Thank you, Mr. Taurus,” Estella said, yet without joy, looking at the high-backed chair of Mr. Gemini.

Cantona evidently noticed this, looking at Miss Aries, “Miss Aries, you’ve been in the same city as Mr. Gemini. Since arriving here, he’s been consistently present. Why isn’t he here today?”

Estella gently sighed, “Mr. Gemini recently endured an extremely perilous battle and is still missing. Currently, I can’t get in touch with him.”

Christian frowned slightly; what was going on? Since when did Miss Aries and Gemini become so close? Did something happen that he was not aware of?

“Miss Aries, don’t worry. Gemini has a bit of slyness; he’s not one to act heroically. If he can’t win, he’ll flee,” Christian said warmly.

“Mr. Gemini has a methodical way of doing things. If it’s a perilously dangerous situation, he would surely be prepared,” Cantona also said, “An ordinary opponent wouldn’t trouble him.”

Estella hesitated slightly; she was uncertain about Mr. Gemini’s situation and didn’t know if she should reveal it.

“Miss Aries, we need to know the situation to assess if we can help,” sensing Miss Aries’s unease, Christian continued.

“Mr. Cancer, I’m not too sure about the specifics, only knowing this battle involved a demigod, an angelic power, Mr. Gemini was also involved.”

The Round Table fell silent suddenly, imbued with a peculiar atmosphere.

Since joining the Round Table, each had a sense of destiny, especially sitting in this high-backed chair, underneath the vast stars, fostering a feeling of governing heavens. They all believed their talents and abilities excelled.

Suddenly, involving demigods, angels, even celestial beings—it was baffling. Could they handle hearing this?

These levels seemingly had no relation to Mr. Gemini whatsoever.

Christian frowned, perceiving Gemini less intelligent. To be entangled in such fights—was this not foolish? Not to mention witnessing it, staying as far as possible was wisest. A hidden power needed at least an equal level to have a chance at victory.

Everyone had extensive combat experience; getting sucked into such brutal scenarios risked collateral damage.

“Mr. Gemini will be fine!” Batty suddenly asserted.

“How do you know?” Christian asked.

“I have a hunch, he just will be!” Batty replied confidently.

Christian smirked slightly, “The Twelve Zodiac Star Disc shows no anomaly. Looking at the bright side, Gemini should still be alive. Miss Aries, don’t worry excessively. In such a scene, Gemini is likely a bystander. Shall we proceed with regular business? Does anyone have anything to share?”

Cantona looked at Miss Aries, “Miss Aries, can you tell us precisely what’s happened in Hedan?”

“Apologies, Mr. Taurus, but some matters involve secrecy. I can’t reveal them without permission,” Estella spoke softly; too many royal and Mr. Gemini secrets shouldn’t be disclosed by her.

“Understood.” Cantona nodded. The situation in Hedan, attracting global attention, was evident, though he resided on an island, and intelligence transfer could be slower. Initially, he had inquiries, but with Mr. Gemini missing, his own issues weren’t significant.

Without Mr. Gemini, the Round Table felt less lively. Everyone exercised more caution, and without much more to share, the meeting wrapped up quickly.

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