Translated by: La0o9

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The king silently watched him until Gu Qing Shan left and closed the door.

It seems hes normally a very good son the king commented.

No, father, hes orphaned, both his parents have been gone since he was six. Hes been living alone ever since then until now Anna said.

The king was a bit surprised.

Then he suddenly asked: Hes your chosen consort?

Thats right, ever since the first time I met him Ive always had my eyes on him Anna stared straight into her fathers eyes and answered.

The king showed an expression of approval, saying: Daughter, your eyes are quite sharp indeed

Anna, I had purposefully tried to test the man you were just with, because I found that he had Deaths relic on him

I gave it to him, then he gave it back to me, and I gave it to him again

The king was a bit stunned, asking: You said he gave it back to you?

Yes

The king was trembling for a bit, then spoke in confusion: Such a foolish person still exists?

Hes foolish like that

The king sighed: If its as you said, then your eyes arent just exceptionally sharp

Then his expression became solemn: Before I fully dissipate, theres something I must tell you

The tradition and inheritance that our Medici clan has been silently protecting for over 700 years, I must tell you and you alone, to fulfill the Medicis destiny

This inheritance, for the past few hundred years, aside from our founding ancestor, no one has been able to inherit it

Anna, you are the most talented daughter so far in the long history of our Medici clan, as well as its only remaining member, no matter if you could inherit it or not, do not blame yourself

The king stared at his daughter, unwilling to look away.

He reached out wanting to rub her head, but then remembered that he couldnt touch anything anymore.

His hand stopped mid-air.

Anna stepped forward, placing her head below his phantom hand.

I dont know what inheritance youre talking about she softly spoke.

O gods in heaven, please be my witness the king maintained a solemn expression and started to speak.

Today, right here, I shall bestow the Medici clans lineage in the hands of my daughter Anna

From now forward, Anna is the new head of the Medici clan

In the exhibition room, the kings expression was solemn, his tone slow and sure, similar to scene depicted in the painting behind himself.

The young king was touching his young daughters head with one hand, while the other held a tiara that he was about to put on her.

On the other side of the wall.

As soon as Gu Qing Shan closed the door, he saw the Holy Apostle.

They met once before, at the checkpoint.

Holy Apostle Ivan, wearing a white robe specific to the Holy Judge, half-stripped to reveal his bulging chest and shoulders.

He stood silently at the end of the hallway, looking at Gu Qing Shan.

Youre looking for me? Gu Qing Shan asked.

Ive been waiting for a while Holy Apostle Ivan said.

Tch, what a committed and dedicated employee you are Gu Qing Shan said.

Dedication is a joy in and of itself Ivan showed a cruel expression on his face.

What are you in so much of a hurry to find me for? Sparring? Gu Qing Shan asked.

Before that Ivan said: Following procedures, I have to tell you first, this area here doesnt welcome guests

The Holy Apostle flashed a smile one of a predator that found its prey.

Is that so? I mightve gotten lost

Gu Qing Shan fixed his collar, combed his hair back, conveniently changing his title to [You Ji General]

He started to quicken his steps, walking towards Ivan.

If you dont mind, please help bring me back to the ballroom he said as he walked.

Ill be very honored to get you out of here the Holy Apostle replied.

A milky white light gathered, forming a solemn and holy pattern, silently appeared beneath his feet.

The Holy Churchs Mystic-type Gods Chosen Skill, [Repentance]

Any damage dealt will be given back to the attacker two-fold.

Gu Qing Shan only needed to glance to understand.

Then what are we waiting for, lets go he said.

No, no, no, we still cant leave just yet Holy Apostle Ivan shook his head.

As they talked, the distance between them was closing more and more.

Ah, I understand, my apologies

Gu Qing Shan acted like he understood something and took out his wallet.

I forgot everything in the Holy Empire requires a fee, fine fine -heres your tip he pulled out a wad of cash and waved it in his hand.

Holy Apostle Ivans face twisted in anger.

The humiliation you gave; I will return over a hundred-fold he shouted in a low voice.

You dont need money? Then what do you want me to do? Gu Qing Shan showed an expression of confusion.

Hes already walked half the length of the hallway, but his steps didnt slow down, still moving towards Ivan.

My hearing is very different from a normal person -in that room you just came out of, I can still hear a heartbeat and breathing

And I believe that to be a woman Holy Apostle Ivan smirked: How about we wait just a bit more, lets see who your little lover is

Gu Qing Shan stopped for a bit, shaking his head: As the host, youre much too curious about your guests personal matters

He frowned, then stared at the holy pattern below the Ivans feet.

Suddenly he sighed: Truthfully said, I dont want to fight you

Ivan was a bit interested and asked: Why not? You scared?

Gu Qing Shan started to explain: The Holy Church possesses many types of Gods Chosen Skill, quite a few are awakened by different people, but [Repentance] is such a rare Gods Chosen Skill that not many have it

This generation, Im the only one Ivan pridefully responded.

Thats right, its very rare Gu Qing Shan nodded in agreement and continued

Tsk, tsk, standing in place while letting others attack as much as they like, ignoring even if your clothes are ripped and torn off, yet still begging them to keep attacking he exclaimed, theres quite a few masochists in the world, but to take it as far as you do Ive got to say nobody can do the same

Ivan was completely stunned as he listened to Gu Qing Shan, his body shaking in anger.

I want- I want to kill you! Ivans words were also trembling.

Even though your service sucks, I still have to give you a tip Gu Qing Shan threw the wad of cash at him.

The money fluttered, blocking Ivans view.

The distance between them at the moment is just enough.

A sword appeared from thin air.

The Earth Sword.

A sword? Weak and puny

Ivan brushed the money away and coldly laughed.

Thrusting the Earth Sword, Gu Qing Shans spirit energy circulated.

Ivan seemed to notice something, his expression instantly changed.

He very quickly dodged backward, wanting to avoid this attack.

But this attack was too quick, and hes already reacting late, so he was unable to dodge at all.

The air around the sword tip was screaming.

Crak!

The communication device on Ivans body was singled out, dismantled in mid-air and fell down to the ground as scattered parts.

Gu Qing Shan was able to loosen up a bit.

As long as Ivan is unable to contact anyone else in 10 minutes, then no one will know the cause of this whole thing.

Which means, what he has to do in the next 10 minutes became much easier.

Guards

Ivan shouted, concentrated a white flame in his hand, reaching for Gu Qing Shan.

Gu Qing Shan shifted his body to dodge, then thrust the sword again.

A hit.

But this attack was very gentle and soft, controlled perfectly so that it wouldnt deal any damage.

The blade of the sword had turned sideways, the tip bent to one side, the only thing that hit Ivans chest was the shaft.

This thrust will not hurt Ivan even a little bit.

The power of the strike enveloped and transferred its momentum to push him away.

Good luck on your trip Gu Qing Shan whispered.

boom!

The entire hallway was blown apart by the remaining sword qi, becoming tattered and broken.

Holy Apostle Ivan was taken by the force of the attack, crashed through the wall and sent flying far away.

Like a meteor, he left an arc of light as he flew across the night sky.