On the balcony outside the bishop's lounge of Wuhun Hall in Tiandou City.

An old man and a young man were lying on a bench. Two huge parasols blocked the sunlight that was about to hit their faces and upper bodies from top to bottom, allowing the two to enjoy their rest time leisurely.

"I said Bishop Sa, I remember that last time we met you were more formal, at least you were entertaining indoors. Why did you act so casual this time when I came and invited me to come to your big balcony to enjoy it?"

sunlight."

Fan Yun put one hand behind his head, and the other hand stroked the back of the lazy big cat lying on him, enjoying the sun. His fingers flexibly followed her fur, and his skillful movements made him squint.

The big cat took a nap and enjoyed it quite a bit.

"Haha, Cardinal Fan was joking. We are all on our own, so it is normal to act casually. The reason why we acted formally before was just because we met for the first time and we were not familiar with each other yet. Now that we are familiar with each other, it is natural

There’s no need to be so formal.”

Salas, who was lying on the bench, picked up the juice drink on the table next to him, took a sip, and replied with a smile.

Raising his head, Fan Yun took out the hand behind his head, propped up his body, looked at Salas who looked leisurely, and asked with interest: "Bishop Sa feels that we are already very familiar with each other."

?”

Fan Yun's question made Salas wave his hand:

"We are familiar with each other once and twice. This is not the first time that Cardinal Fan and I have met. Naturally we are familiar with each other. But speaking of when Cardinal Fan came back to Tiandou City, I really haven't received any news at all.

"

"I just came back yesterday, from Wuhun City."

"So you came to inspect the work today?" Salas asked.

Fan Yun expelled his status as the holder of the papal decree, and now he still holds the position of Cardinal of Wuhun Palace, with the authority to supervise each branch of Wuhun Palace.

"That's not the case. Your Majesty has been paying close attention to the situation in Tiandou City's Wuhun Palace and is very satisfied with Bishop Sa's work. I came here today actually because of other things."

"Oh? What's the matter?"

"Hey, actually I'm not here for business this time, but for some personal matters. I heard in Wuhun City that Archbishop Salas of Tiandou City is very good at steaming fish, so I actually wanted to come and try this.

"

Fan Yun touched the back of his head and smiled a little sheepishly.

Salas:!!!

"Cardinal Fan, is this why you came to see me in the palace?"

"Hahaha, yes. Of course, I won't eat for free. I have prepared the ingredients and there is some news that may be helpful to you."

"Any news that might help me?"

…

In the lounge.

Fan Yun held chopsticks and a bowl in his hand, picked out a piece of fish from the stone pot in front of him, and put it into his mouth.

Hmm~~

Fresh and tender~

As expected, that guy Fox didn't lie to himself. Salas's craftsmanship was really good!

"Bishop Sa, awesome!"

With his cheeks bulging, Fan Yun gave a thumbs up to Saras across from him, then picked up a few pieces of fish and put them in another small bowl in front of him, for the big cat in his arms.

"Hahaha, that's natural. When I was young, I captured the hearts of many girls with my cooking skills!"

Salas smiled very proudly.

"But speaking of it, this meal is still worth it. The news you brought, Cardinal Fan, is really useful to me."

Feeling a feeling of fullness in his stomach, Fan Yun touched the bulging belly of the big cat sitting in his arms, then took out a handkerchief from his pocket and wiped himself and the big cat.

With his mouth full of oil, he smiled at Salas:

"Everyone is a member of Wuhun Palace, this is what I should do."

Seeing Fan Yun put down his bowl and chopsticks, looking like he was full of food and drink, Salas waved to the waiter standing next to him and motioned for him to take away the things on the table.

When everything in the lounge had been cleared and only two people and one cat were left, Salas spoke again:

"Actually, if I know that you are back, Cardinal Fan, even if you don't come to me, I will come to you in a few days. There is something I have to give you."

"What is it? I need the Archbishop to deliver it in person." Fan Yun asked, touching the big cat's head.

Salas took out a small token from his long bishop's robe, placed it on the table, and pushed it in front of Fan Yun.

After taking the token, Fan Yun looked at the archbishop opposite with some confusion.

"This is the judgment token for the Tiandou Empire division stage of this Soul Master Competition. The holder can use this token to personally punish teams that have violated the rules of the competition or to declare the results of some games. It is in the competition schedule

In addition to presiding over the referee, it is the only physical evidence that can be used to make a decision."

"Then what do you do for me? Although it is said that the Elite Competition of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy is hosted by our Wuhun Palace and led by various forces, I remember that the organization of the Tiandou Division has been handed over to Bishop Sa, who is fully responsible for it.

, I have nothing to do, how can I have this?"

After saying that, Fan Yun wanted to return the token to Salas, but was stopped by Salas.

"Don't refuse in a hurry. I didn't mean to give you this token. The schedule of the Soul Master Competition in Tiandou City is jointly handled by our Wuhun Palace and the Tiandou Royal Family. That guy Xue Ye has full authority over this matter.

He handed it over to his son Xue Qinghe to take charge of it."

"Xue Qinghe came to Wuhun Hall some time ago to look for me, saying that he hoped I could hand over this token to you. This is a show of goodwill from Prince Tiandou to you and our Wuhun Hall. I think you should accept it.

It’s better to go down.”

The familiar name made Fan Yun stunned for a moment, then he took the token he originally planned to push out and took it back.

Salas noticed Fan Yun's movements and nodded:

"That's right. Although the Tiandou Empire attempts to check the intervention and development of our Spirit Hall in some aspects, due to the existence of the Star Luo Empire, overall, they have to win over our Spirit Hall. Yours

Now they all know that you will definitely be the helmsman of Wuhun Palace in the future, and the prince probably wants to gain your favor through this."

Salas picked up the water glass and took a sip of water, then said:

"It's best if you accept it. After all, our Spirit Hall does need the existence of the Tiandou Empire. It would also be good to have closer cooperation and contact."

"That's true." Fan Yun nodded, agreeing with Salas's idea.

Qian Renxue's identity is now the top secret of Wuhun Palace. Not many people know that Xue Qinghe is Qian Renxue pretending to be a person. Apart from the priests and elders, the only ones who know about this are Mian Xian, himself and the fox.

.

Therefore, Fan Yun did not reveal anything extra in front of Salas.

"According to this situation, once the news of your return to Tiandou City spreads after a while, the prince will probably invite you to meet."

"I know what to do, Bishop Sa doesn't have to worry now," Fan Yun said.

"Hahaha, of course I'm not worried about Cardinal Fan's abilities."

After saying this, Salas took out a small black card and placed it in front of Fan Yun.

"The news you told me, Cardinal Fan, is far more than the meal of fish just now. As compensation, I will give Cardinal Fan two things."

Tapping his fingers on the small black card on the table, Salas lowered his voice and leaned slightly towards Fan Yun:

"As the Cardinal of Wuhun Palace, Cardinal Fan, you have the power and responsibility to help your Majesty supervise each branch. Although most of our Wuhun Palace branches have no major problems, it is always difficult to lead a large team.

... there will always be a few people sneaking in."

"Those people are not so easy to catch. It would be okay if they were in a low position. If they were infiltrated by a bishop or a priest from a remote area, they would be controlled at the lower level and the information would be blocked. Our eyes and ears in Wuhun Palace would not be able to relate to them.

It’s difficult for us to know their problems even if they report them.”

"At this time, you may need some off-site help."

Picking up the small card, Fan Yun put it in front of him and looked at it: "What is written on it is off-field aid?"

Salas smiled: "That's right, although you are now the Cardinal of our palace and also hold a papal decree, but if you want to follow the rules, it is really difficult for you to discover and deal with those gangs of criminals without corresponding evidence.

To the black sheep who hide their tracks.”

"'The Old Man of the Mountain' is an intelligence organization that is independent of the major forces. The information is accurate and detailed. As long as the money is in place, there is basically nothing they can't find out. If you need off-site assistance, you can contact them.

It’s a good way out.”

Fan Yun put away the small black card and nodded to Salas: "Thank you, Bishop Sa."

Regarding Fan Yun's thanks, Salas just waved his hands with an indifferent expression: "It's nothing, it's all for the good of Wuhun Palace. If Cardinal Fan can deal with them and clear up the turmoil, that would be a great thing."

.”

"Besides this, what I also want to give you is a piece of news."

After receiving the first gift from Salas, Fan Yun knew that the archbishop would not fool him with ordinary things. They must all be what he needed, so he looked at Salas seriously:

"You said."

"There is a priest in the Elder's Hall who is very interested in you and wants to meet you. That priest has been very secretive and low-key for so many years, and his status is also very noble among the priests. You should pay more attention in the future, maybe he will

I’ll be looking for you anytime.”

Hearing the news, Fan Yun looked at Salas in surprise: "The Hall of Elders has not taken action for many years, how did you know this news!"

Salas chuckled: "Although the Presbyterian Hall has been inactive for many years, it is not without action. Otherwise, the activities under the Pope's crown in recent years will definitely not stop at this point. As the archbishop of the region, he has some connections with the Presbyterian Hall.

Is this normal?"
Chapter completed!