Chapter 203: Church Sewers (Part 6)

“Not even eighteen yet, and already comprehended the Conferment of Territory? Her future is limitless.

She’s simply a prodigy blessed by the God of Literature!”

Even the Rain Domain Maiden traveling alongside couldn’t help but feel sincerely convinced.

With this kind of talent, she could easily skip ahead and become the Holy See.

Meanwhile, the Sword Slope Girl’s words only served to crush her teammates’ confidence. The Gun Saintess, listening, grew more and more unsettled, feeling her own composure slipping.

At this moment, she wished she could immediately call Samimi over, press her head down, and have her officially join the society.

She herself had managed to comprehend the Magic Domain at the age of thirty-seven, already a genius among mages and the youngest of the Fourth Strongest in the Kunyan Society.

Yet this little golden-haired girl, just seventeen, had already mastered the Magic Domain. Who could guess what monstrous magic she’d comprehend by thirty-seven?

There was no way she could let such a talent slip away!

But she’d just had a showdown with Samimi, and her harsh words had all been said.

If she reconciled now, wouldn’t she lose all face?

“[Swift King Authority].”

“[Vision Technique].”

“[Kun Domain of Rent].”

“[Summon Enhancement].”

“[Strength Enhancement].”

“[Agility Enhancement].”

“[Weapon Fortification].”

“[Technique Strike Amplification].”

“[Overall Transmission Boost].”

“[Exploration Attribute Increase].”

It seemed reconciliation was impossible, because the Gun Saintess had already sensed the chain of buff spells from the little golden-haired girl, strengthening herself into something superhuman.

Samimi launched herself forward, surging with mana as if flicking a paper ball, blasting herself across the room. She cleared out the Gun Domain Maiden’s defense line, even proactively rushing into the Gun Saintess’ formation of Radiant Gun Soldiers.

But her new beloved sword was left at home, so she couldn’t wield the Dragon Ascension Axe. It felt just like going to the restroom without bringing tissue—her staff just lacked the right flavor!

She rarely resorted to anti-buff spells, which only showed that this time, Samimi was giving it her all, not holding anything back.

Countless shadowy bears charged with Samimi, beginning to erode the Rain Domain Maiden’s holy light territory.

Thus, the formal battle between Domains began.

But after a few rounds, Samimi was forced back to the front of the Twin Goddess Statue.

All her mana reserves were severed by the Rain Domain Maiden, and her Domain was reduced to just a tiny sliver of space.

The Gun Domain Maiden’s perception was sharp; she could see that Samimi, even giving her all, simply couldn’t match up, ending up isolated in front of the Twin Goddess Statue.

Especially when the Gun Saintess unleashed her ultimate technique—the [Demon-Banishing Eighteen Strikes].

Each Radiant Gun Soldier could perform eighteen rapid strikes, and combined, they were like a meat grinder.

Their attacks seemed to specifically target Samimi’s mana shields, slicing through them completely.

Her entire side was struck over a hundred times, simply unbearable! There was no way to resist!

At this very moment, she was surrounded by Radiant Gun Soldiers, dozens of blazing gun barrels aimed at her face, and she was out of moves.

Samimi was totally drained, unable to maintain her Domain at the Twin Goddess Statue. Her Domain collapsed, and she was defeated.

But Samimi had already accomplished her tactical objective.

She knew she’d shown off more than enough.

She’d never really had a chance of defeating the Gun Saintess—one of the Four Heavenly Kings of the Holy Word Society, and among the strongest of the Church.

To survive ten rounds in her hands was already proof that the system was a bit broken.

But why say she’d succeeded? Because she’d perfectly demonstrated her ability, attitude, and eloquence.

When your strength and arrogance are proportional, a powerhouse like the Gun Saintess would move from being offended to admiring you.

The more you talk big, the more she’ll see you as a promising junior.

It’s like those old monsters in sects seeing their rising little disciples—hearing them mouth off a bit even feels charming.

You’re the future of the entire sect—even if they die, they can’t let the future flame be snuffed out.

This little blonde, at seventeen, had already awakened her Magic Domain. Her talent was at the level of a God of Magic.

This was a classic power fantasy template.

Samimi had already read the Rain Domain Maiden’s heart like an open book.

So, in this situation, her best choice was to back down with grace.

“If my skills aren’t enough, I admit defeat wholeheartedly. Thank you for your guidance, and farewell.”

So, in the next instant, Samimi gave a reluctant salute, then bowed her head and left in defeat.

Ha, I’m not joining you lot, let’s see you get anxious.

“What do you mean, defeat? What farewell? Get back here!”

Sure enough, the Gun Saintess panicked, rushing forward to grab Samimi and refusing to let her slip away. She had to join the Kunyan Society.

The Kunyan Priestesses immediately bundled Samimi up, tied her in a sack, and hauled her away, escorting her back to the purification chapel on the upper level of the sewers.

Qi Qi Duo was waiting there, anxiously pacing.

The Sword Slope Girl also returned, still maintaining her deep, masterly act.

Very soon, they saw Samimi being carried back.

“My lady, what happened?” Qi Qi Duo asked in alarm.

“It’s fine. She’s passed,” the Rain Domain Maiden gestured for Samimi to be put down.

Samimi sat down on a long bench, gulping for air, sweat streaming, without saying a word.

“Are you all right?” Qi Qi Duo asked worriedly.

“I’m fine, just exhausted,” Samimi forced a smile, waving her hand.

“She’s already passed the Divine Law Test, witnessed the seal of the Immortal King, and has both her strength and character acknowledged by us. From now on, you are one of the Twenty-Four Kunyuan Priestesses,” the Sword Slope Girl explained.

“Is that it? Nothing else? Isn’t there anything to prove my status? I told you, I want your authority—not some empty reputation,” Samimi leaned back on the bench, asking.

“Don’t rush,” the Rain Domain Maiden signaled to the Rain Domain Maiden.

The Rain Domain Maiden took out a warm little bundle of fruit-colored cloth from her chest, along with a nameless Holy Book, and handed them to Samimi.

Samimi opened the little book and saw that it contained the Holy Word Society’s rules and regulations—a rulebook.

She unwrapped the black cloth, inside was an old seal. On one side was the Church emblem, on the other a symbol for priestesses, and a number twenty-four.

This was what Samimi truly wanted—an emblem of power—the [Badge of the Twenty-Four Kunyuan].

There were only twenty-four Kunyuan badges, meaning the Society had just twenty-four members. Hers was the last-numbered badge.

The number on the Saintess badge didn’t denote rank, as they were awarded according to order of entry.

But the earlier numbers generally did imply more power, since after a predecessor’s death, the successor could inherit their badge—or choose to keep their original one.

Usually, only close friends would inherit badges. If there was no bond, they’d never let you inherit.

So, inheriting a badge ultimately depended on the predecessor’s wishes.

In general, the lower the number, the more reliable the priestess.

Now, with a Kunyuan badge, she had the authority to enter all secret Church facilities. Even the Hongyi Grand Archbishop and Holy Knight Commanders had to bow to her—her position was on par with theirs.

Only the Holy See and the two Holy See Guardians were nominally above them, but everyone knew the Holy See was just a figurehead.

The Holy See’s left hand was the White Saint; their only enemy now was the mysterious Sensitive Lord.

That’s how things worked in the Church—if your rank was higher than theirs, you could do whatever you liked, and they couldn’t touch you.

But if someone with a lower rank tried to defy their superior? The Enemy Subjugation Bureau would get involved, and your social life would be over. Your whole career would be destroyed.

“Enough of that. Makima has disappeared recently. Do you know where she is?” Samimi asked.

“We don’t know if Makima is in the region. That’s why I insisted you join our society,” Qi Qi Duo explained.

“You really are my good little sister,” Samimi said with a smile.

“You can care about anyone, but worrying about Makima is pointless,” the Gun Saintess added, “If there’s only one human left in the world, that human will be Makima.”

“Fine, I have nothing else to ask. Qi Qi Duo, let’s go. I don’t want to stay in these sewers, not for another moment,” Samimi stood up, dusted herself off, and prepared to leave.

The three Kunyuan Priestesses didn’t stop her, instead smiling warmly as they saw her out, even telling Qi Qi Duo to take good care of Samimi—she absolutely must not get into trouble.

Taking the rising Demon Lift, Qi Qi Duo hesitantly asked, “What did you do to make the old masters so convinced?”

“I just let them see my unbeatable technique—they respected me after that,” Samimi replied with a smile.

“What was it?” Qi Qi Duo pressed, completely in the dark.

“I opened my Domain and fought the Gun Saintess’ Domain head-on. I got beaten black and blue, but she couldn’t help but respect me,” Samimi said honestly.

Qi Qi Duo was stunned, so much so that even when the Demon Lift reached the top, she still hadn’t recovered.

“If you want, I can teach you sometime,” Samimi stepped out, turning her head with a grin.

“Teach me, my foot! If Domains could be taught, our whole Holy Word Society would be using them,” Qi Qi Duo shouted.

After her outburst, she quickly apologized, “Sorry, I was too harsh. I’ll do everything I can to help you find Makima and the Earl’s Lady.”

“Even if you’re always lying to me, I’m serious about teaching you Domain. I can share my experience with you,” Samimi patted her on the belly, smiling as if unconcerned, but secretly harboring her own plans.

Elves generally disliked physical contact—real clean freaks.

Back when she’d tried sneaking a touch on Klos, it felt as if she’d have to carve her own fingers off. So in the Hero Party, Klos was probably the one most wary of her.

Now, to be able to touch Qi Qi Duo voluntarily meant she trusted her greatly.

“We’re out anyway, why don’t we go for a deep soak?”

As soon as they got outside, Samimi shamelessly tried to invite her out to the baths.

“No way. I still have a lot of tasks to arrange for you. Go back and wait for notice—I’ll set you up with the team for the Duke’s Palace,” Qi Qi Duo rejected her outright, escorting Samimi to the gate of the Female Valkyrie Knights’ barracks before turning to leave, shooing Samimi outside.

“Wait, even after joining the Kunyan Society, I still have to go back to classes?” Samimi held the gate, looking indignant.

“Go home and read your regulations. The very first page says we’re a shadow organization; under normal circumstances, you must operate covertly and avoid public panic. I’ll arrange everything as soon as possible. You can relax,” Qi Qi Duo waved, walking away.

“You don’t really think you’re someone reliable in my eyes, do you?” Samimi muttered suspiciously, but for now, she could only choose to believe.