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"Who wants this poo-shaped."
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His Excellency Merlin, holding the newly shaped soul of the Offering's Son, boasted to Lister and An Su with pride.

His soul transformation skills had become even more profound, now able to shape such a complex form.

Now, who within or beyond the Church would dare say that he, Merlin, can't perform transformation spells?

Who dares say he only knows how to copy?

The God of Law is indeed an all-round genius.

When His Excellency Merlin attended Holy Radiance Kindergarten, he always got full marks in his crafts class, was best at modeling clay, and even received certificates from his teacher.

The whole class recognized him as 'Little Master Craftsman'; such glorious days! The great His Excellency Merlin never boasted about them to the young folks of today, showcasing his modesty and humility.

But that doesn't mean that, after decades, His Excellency Merlin's skills would decline.

Looking at the lump of soul, An Su showed a troubled expression.

Even for Lister, an elegant noble, such a bizarre object was somewhat hair-raising.

To replace an identity, one must carry this soul at all times, or risk exposure; but carrying such a lump around, that was truly suspicious.

Is this thing really a God of Law?

"Would it be possible to change it to a different shape for me?"

Lister, full of admiration, said, "His Excellency Merlin is indeed a master craftsman. Ansu told me before his arrival that the Archmage's talents are brilliant, the greatest person he's ever seen in his life. Seeing is believing today, Ansu was absolutely right!"

Before coming, An Su had told Lister that Mage God Merlin was the most saintly person he had ever met. Indeed, he wasn't wrong.

Upon receiving the compliment, His Excellency Merlin snorted coldly, then grudgingly kneaded the shape once more, turning it into a sphere and handed it to Lister.

Lister, having received the soul of the Offering's Son, was then successfully disguised.

Lister went to the Life Ecclesia, Arthur to the Painful Court, only the Sanctuary of Chaos was left.

"I want one shaped like a little star," the childish An Su began to make requests.

Merlin frowned.

He had dominated the Holy Radiance Kindergarten for many years, unbeaten in all respects, able to easily shape anything; but the one thing he couldn't shape out of clay was a star, now presenting a difficulty. Yet, admitting his inability would dishonor the Radiant Bishop and invite mockery.

He had lived for so long; it was impossible that he couldn't perform a simple transformation spell.

He concentrated and barely managed to pinch out an ugly star, which he handed to An Su.

After An Su took it, he then took over the 'Sanctuary of Chaos.'

"Be sure to carry it well when you communicate with the Esoteric Religion," Merlin instructed with a few words, "Of course, when you're infiltrated within the cult, remember to gather intelligence and find out about the other undercover agents hidden in the imperial city."

However, Merlin didn't hold out much hope for the trio.

After all, the organizations of Life, Pain, and Chaos were tightly knit, and with the Esoteric Demigods watching over them, it would be difficult for An Su and the others to outmatch them even with their backgrounds.

"If you encounter danger, just crush these souls," Merlin instructed further, "I will be able to sense it."

Regardless of who would come, as the strongest Demigod, Merlin would be able to slay them chaotically.

This was the confidence of His Excellency the Archmage.

"However, with your abilities, you probably won't be able to cause much of a stir. You might not even get to see the face of the cult's bishop."

Being an elder, Merlin was still somewhat responsible and kindly stated, "Besides, I do not recommend that you directly meet a Demigod; there is still a risk of being recognized."

Just then, Arthur, who had been silent all along, suddenly raised his hand.

"His Excellency the Archmage, a message has been sent to the soul of 'Serpent of Pain,'" he said.

Such long-distance messages are transmitted through the soul, so they also have a function similar to answering a call.

Holding up the Serpent of Pain, Arthur said, "Bishop Rada of the Gorilla Cult wants to see me."

"I too have received a message from the Life Esoteric Church," Lister promptly said, "It seems they wish to secretly convene the young saints of the three Great Cults for a confidential talk."

"The Chaotic Saintess has also messaged the Sanctuary of Chaos," An Su said with a complex expression, "stating that after the tripartite talks end, they want to hold a small internal meeting to discuss how to make An Su Moningsta fall."

"This secret talk seems to be presided over by Bishop Rada of the Gorilla Cult, Demigod Rada."

Wasn't it called the Crimson Cult? Why was it now named the Gorilla Cult?

Rada?

The strongest Demigod Merlin looked astonished.

That fear, which had entangled him for a full year, emerged in his eyes.

It wasn't that Merlin couldn't defeat Bishop Rada, but this fellow was so stubbornly vital that, each time he was defeated, he could escape and return. As if having some peculiar hobby, he would report in to Merlin punctually every day, contributing to half of Merlin's workload.

Just a month ago, An Su had shaved his head, and he finally quieted down a bit, but now he was back so soon.

And this time, it was even in the real world.

Was this demon here to make him work overtime again?

"Good, if they dare bring an army to Farol," Merlin's mouth turned angry after the shock, "let them all die!"

The real world is not like the Nether World where escaping is so easy.

As long as he kills this thing, he could even slack off at work!

Merlin might have lacked enthusiasm before, but now he was filled with zeal.

"You three get up there for me now!"

Merlin immediately cast aside his responsibility as an elder and ordered An Su and the others to take action immediately.

"Your Excellency Bishop,"

An Su said to Merlin, "You just mentioned that you do not recommend us meeting with a Demigod due to the risk of exposure; this matter is of great importance, I think it'd be better for you to infiltrate personally."