The temperature in Feiying City had already become extremely cold. Bob, who served as the chief enforcer under Wu Ming and the leader of the Punishment Order’s paladins, was wearing a black trench coat and exuding an aura that warned strangers not to approach, as he strode through the city’s streets and alleys.
After handling several cult-related incidents according to divine revelations, Bob had now become an experienced cult hunter. He possessed an extraordinary instinct for detecting fanatics. After just a single round of investigation, he already had a rough idea of the situation.
“Five suspicious locations have been confirmed, along with three individuals suspected of being cultists. I can now report back to His Holiness,” Bob murmured, making a sign across his chest. “All of this is the blessing of our Lord.”
Under Wu Ming’s command, there were not only priests. With the blessing of “divine power,” some warriors were also developing into paladins.
As the leader of the Punishment Warrior Order, Bob received the most “divine blessings,” almost surpassing even Lina and Carter.
At this moment, Bob felt his body completely rejuvenated, with all his old injuries gone and his senses greatly enhanced.
For example, now, with just a twitch of his ears, he could immediately tell that two individuals had been stealthily tailing him for an entire street behind.
“Cultists? Or agents of another faction?”
Bob pondered and turned into a small alley.
The two men hurriedly followed, only to find themselves facing a solitary wall.
“Damn it, he escaped!”
One of them immediately shouted in frustration.
“Why should I run?”
Bob’s mocking voice suddenly echoed from behind them.
“Don’t move!”
The two men instinctively reached for the revolvers on their left waist, producing them as if by magic.
However, intense pain suddenly shot through their wrists.
Before they could cry out, a dark figure flashed by, and they were both slammed heavily onto the ground.
“Seems like they’re not cultists!”
Bob searched the two men and, as expected, found several passports and documents: “International Special Investigation Bureau agents?!”
Under normal circumstances, knowing that he had incurred the wrath of such a transnational behemoth would have left Bob quite anxious. However, at this moment, he felt no fear whatsoever.
After all, compared to the support of a true deity behind him, what was a small organization jointly established by three major countries?
This was the transformation brought about by an unshaken mind.
“Why are they here? For the Church of the Third Eye, or for us?”
Bob’s expression turned solemn. “This information must be reported to His Holiness immediately!”
…
Just half an hour after he left, several black sedans pulled up at the street corner. Numerous agents of the Special Investigation Bureau disembarked, carrying detectors and locating the two men.
They were both unlucky and fortunate, for Bob was not a bloodthirsty man and had not ended their lives.
“What happened?”
The leader of the rescue team immediately inquired about the situation.
“We noticed a suspicious man who might be connected to our current target, the Church of the Third Eye… but while we were tailing him, he discovered us!”
One agent said grimly: “His first reaction upon seeing our guns was not to flee but to charge forward. This kind of instinctive response and psychological resilience is not something ordinary people possess. Combined with his rich combat experience and destructive capability, I suspect he might be a retired special forces soldier!”
“Since he discovered your identities but did not kill you, it suggests he might not have a significant connection with the Church of the Third Eye…”
The superior officer instantly identified his subordinates’ biggest mistake.
“It was our fault!”
The two subordinates immediately admitted their mistake: “After all, who could have imagined that our tailing would be discovered at that time?”
“Even so, you’ll still face disciplinary action!”
What had originally seemed like a sure thing had now become unpredictable, putting the leader in a very bad mood, practically shouting.
…
Meanwhile, at a hotel, Bob stood before a water mirror in front of Wu Ming, his face filled with piety.
On the water mirror was a clear image, and the human voice was transmitted just like a live broadcast, reproducing every detail of the alley scene.
“It seems… their target coincides with ours!”
Wu Ming mused for a moment. “Also, Bob, you must immediately sneak back to Caspar City and avoid being seen here any longer!”
After all, the Church of Redemption was a legitimate church, and Wu Ming did not want Bob, who had already been identified by the other side, to get into further trouble.
Nevertheless, Wu Ming was unwilling to let go of the big fish that was the Church of the Third Eye.
Moreover, this time, with the guidance of these Special Investigation Bureau agents, why not take advantage of the situation?
…
Wu Ming, now on high alert, immediately recalled all his followers and adopted a defensive strategy, hiding in the hotel and using spells to constantly monitor the Special Investigation Bureau agents.
In an office, the previous leader of the Special Investigation Bureau was delivering a serious speech: “Our target this time is ‘Monster’ Makur… According to informants and intelligence we have gathered, he is hiding within the Church of the Third Eye! He is an S-class fugitive. We will not only request assistance from the local police department but also call upon an Arrow Unit to assist in the operation!”
“The Arrow Unit? The kingdom’s most elite special forces?!”
Indeed, upon hearing this, his subordinates immediately became excited, their faces filled with confidence: “If they are involved as well, the Church of the Third Eye is definitely finished!”
These investigators were more akin to detectives, with varying levels of combat ability, definitely inferior to professional and well-trained military units.
“Start preparing now. No one is allowed to go out or communicate with the outside world. Wait for the operation time! Dismissed!”
Following the leader’s command, the subordinates immediately got busy…
Late at night.
The piercing sound of police sirens suddenly echoed throughout Feiying City.
“Operation to close the net, commence!”
Following the headquarters’ order, numerous police cars patrolled the streets methodically. Well-prepared patrol officers followed their maps, capturing one Church of the Third Eye follower after another hidden in the city. The entire operation proceeded smoothly, with a sense of coordination and efficiency.
Although the International Special Investigation Bureau’s target was solely Monster Makur, the local municipal government obviously would not waste this opportunity. They aimed to eradicate this illegal organization and curb the city’s criminal activities.
Thus, a large-scale operation primarily targeting the Church of the Third Eye, while also punishing other criminals, was launched.
Wu Ming was no longer in the hotel at this time.
As soon as the Special Investigation Bureau began their operation, he had quietly followed them, tailing them all the way.
Although most of the personnel were dispatched to capture other members of the Church of the Third Eye, Wu Ming stubbornly followed the leader, knowing that the biggest target would be pursued by him.
After an unknown amount of time, they arrived at a mansion.
“We’re here, the estate of Councilman Bamon!”
The leader waved his hand: “Surround it, others, follow me inside!”
“Wait a minute, what are you doing?”
Upon entering the estate, several loyal servants and an elderly butler immediately blocked their path: “This is a private residence, strictly protected by the kingdom’s laws. Leave immediately, or I can shoot you on the spot!”
Although the old butler’s hands trembled slightly, he tightly gripped a hunting rifle and refused to let go.
“Special Investigation Bureau business. If you don’t want to die, get out of the way!”
The leader coldly drew out an official document bearing an official seal: “This is a search warrant!”
“No! You cannot do this!”
Seeing the authentic search warrant and the agents pouring in from both sides, the old butler became extremely anxious: “This is Councilman Bamon’s property. Our master is one of the city’s councilmen. Just wait for the impeachment you’ll face!”
“Sorry, according to our authority, your city has no right to sanction us!”
The leader smiled indifferently: “Moreover, Councilman Bamon is harboring criminals and conducting evil religious rituals, which violates the kingdom’s laws. Do you really think he can stay in his position for long?”
“Criminals? Cultists?”
The old butler’s face showed a horrified expression, as if a secret wrongdoing had suddenly been exposed to the light, revealing his awareness of the situation.
Bang!
An agent immediately stepped forward, punching him to the ground and cuffing him.
“Hmph! Not even loaded, just bluffing!”
The leader kicked the hunting rifle lying on the ground and sneered.
This was merely a human instinct; in the face of such a major incident, it was already quite admirable if someone could remain calm. Before the situation was fully understood, who would dare to risk everything recklessly?
“Search!”
With the master nowhere to be found and the butler apprehended, the entire estate had no resistance left.
With a wave of the leader’s hand, numerous agents rushed forward, ransacking the place and gathering the maids and butlers together.
“Where is your master?”
The leader looked at the scene, puzzled.
From the situation on-site, Councilman Bamon did not seem to be attempting to flee, so why was he missing?
“Sir, a secret passage was found in the study!”
“Report, sir, we found a large number of cult-related items!”
“One statue of the Third Eye was discovered, which basically confirms the councilman’s connection with the Church of the Third Eye!”
…
One report after another kept coming in, but the leader’s face showed little joy.
“Immediately search the secret passage, take your weapons, and be cautious. Also, send someone to block off the surrounding streets and keep watch to prevent their escape!”
In the leader’s eyes, even Councilman Bamon was just a relatively big fish. His true target was still the S-class fugitive—the Monster Makur!
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