Starting with the awakened Poison God: I choose the Master Thief.

Chu Ci had a hunch that once he met Bishop Klend, all the answers would be revealed.

The two walked towards the top floor of the church. It has to be said that the church was really tall, and it took them nearly twenty minutes to walk up almost ten thousand steps.

"No, do you really intend to walk this road every single day?"

Chu Ci said in disbelief.

"Hmm? Is there a problem?"

Nonsense! Of course there's a problem! Do you think this is mountain climbing?

Wait a minute, the top floor of this church looks to be over a thousand meters high, which is really no different from climbing a mountain.

"But isn't your body still in a weakened state?"

Is he showing concern for me?

The girl's lips curled up slightly.

"Hey! Don't forget who I am. I'm a Holy Maiden of the Holy See. This little difficulty is easy for mortals, let alone me. Alright, let's hurry up and go, don't keep Grandpa waiting."

Mina took another step, and Chu Ci shook his head helplessly behind her and could only follow.

What he really wanted to say was, why isn't there an elevator at such a high place? But in the end, he didn't say it aloud.

Finally, the two arrived at the top floor of the church.

Chu Ci glanced at the edge unintentionally, and the entire scene of Dawn City was laid out before him.

Turning her head, she saw a large door several meters high in front of her, and Mina called out to it.

"Grandpa, we're here."

As soon as he finished speaking, the door slowly opened, revealing the scene inside.

On both sides, golden bookshelves were filled with densely packed books, some of which were obviously very old and worn.

At this moment, Krend was sitting at the solid wood table in the middle, flipping through something and muttering to himself.

"Minna, you seem to have arrived much faster than usual this time. Did something happen?"

"Well, well... of course someone helped me! Honestly, Grandpa, why are you asking this for no reason!"

Mina blushed, seemingly not wanting the topic to be discussed.

boom!

The sound of a book closing came from behind.

Just as Krend was about to continue joking with a smile, he suddenly seemed to see something, and the wrinkles that had appeared when he was laughing instantly drooped down.

"What are you doing here, you brat!"

This "you kid" obviously refers to Chu Ci, even though the other party did make outstanding contributions to the Holy See and saved his granddaughter's life.

But the thought that this guy might have to call him grandpa in the future, and that he was actually that old guy Bors's apprentice, made him furious. No wonder he couldn't stand Chu Ci.

Chu Ci naturally sensed this deliberate distance and rejection from the other party's tone, and after guessing the general idea, he could only awkwardly scratch his head.

Before he could speak, Mina suddenly stepped forward.

"Grandpa! Chu Ci is now, after all, a nominal Holy Son of the Holy See, and has made contributions to the Holy See. He is also the disciple of your friend. How can you speak to him in such a dismissive tone?"

It's precisely because this guy is that old man Bors's disciple that I should treat him this way! My dear granddaughter! Otherwise, you'll be tricked away from me by this kid sooner or later!

Look at you, you're already siding with outsiders! What will you be like in the future! Didn't you say I was your most respected grandfather? Now you're talking to your grandfather like this for a stranger you've only known for two days.

Krend looked at Mina with tears welling up in his eyes, but didn't know how to start the conversation.

Left with no other choice, he could only try to get rid of Chu Ci as soon as possible.

"So, is there some problem or difficulty you need help with this time? Tell me quickly, and I'll find a way to solve it for you right away."

Hmm? So easy to talk to? Then I won't stand on ceremony.

Chu Ci didn't hold back and revealed all the details of his advancement quest, which was also his profession upgrade quest.

The more they talked, the more strange their expressions became.

"Gain Grandpa's approval? What kind of task did Professor Bors give you? Isn't this deliberately making things difficult for you? I've never seen Grandpa truly approve of anyone."

Mina said worriedly.

???

Huh? Really? This isn't what I expected. And Grandpa, what's with that look in your eyes?

Krend sat at his desk, his once cloudy eyes, weathered by time, now scrutinizing Chu Ci from head to toe.

This was different from the previous deliberate disdain and avoidance. If the previous interactions were just minor squabbles that he didn't care about, now it was as if the other party was using all the knowledge and experience he had accumulated to understand Chu Ci, that is, trying to see through him.

Klend, a contemporary of Boles, possessed insights and perspectives that most people lacked. Such people are actually quite formidable because they can thoroughly analyze a person's inner and outer character with just a few words and automatically generate a tailored solution.

Chu Ci was stared at by Krend for about a minute before the other man let him go and turned to look at Mina in a kind and friendly manner.

"Dear Mina, Chu Ci and I have some things to discuss. Could you please excuse us for a moment?"

"Huh? Is there something I can't even say to your face? Grandpa's so mean! Humph! I don't like you anymore!"

Mina turned her head away "angrily," but from Chu Ci's perspective, she winked at him the moment she turned her head, her eyes revealing the cunning she had shown when she threatened him in the ruined ancient capital.

Sure enough, Krend immediately became anxious and quickly stood up from his seat to come to the two of them, speaking to Mina in a kind and gentle manner.

"My dear Mina, that's not what Grandpa meant! Grandpa just wanted to test this new Holy Son. But don't worry, I will definitely find a way to make him complete the task that Bors gave him, Grandpa promises you!"

Mina pretended to wipe away the tears from the corners of her eyes, turned around and looked at Krend with slightly red eyes.

"Are you telling the truth?"

This made Krend feel extremely distressed, and he quickly spoke gently.

"Of course, when has Grandpa ever lied to you?"

……

Two minutes later, Mina handed the metal ball to Krend, then walked down the stairs, giving Chu Ci a teasing look as she left, as if to say, "How about it? Aren't I amazing?"

Chu Ci silently gave a thumbs up, and seeing this, Mina left satisfied.

Da da da!

The soft sound of the steps gradually faded into the distance, and only when the sound was no longer audible did Krend's voice slowly emerge.

"The little guy is having a great time exchanging glances with my granddaughter."

His expression was smiling, but the twisted wrinkles on his forehead betrayed his true feelings.

Chu Ci felt the surrounding space suddenly become oppressive, and a strong sense of suffocation rushed towards him!

He then realized that the other party was not only Mina's grandfather, but also the bishop of the Holy See of Dawn City, a true peak ninth-tier expert!

"Bishop Krend...you're using your power to bully me!" Chu Ci felt that even speaking had become difficult.

"Hey! Kid, so what if I use my power to intimidate you? My granddaughter was with you just now, so you couldn't do anything to me. Now that she's gone, you're completely at my mercy!"

"You! Aren't you afraid I'll tell Mina on you?"

???

Krend was stunned by Chu Ci's shameless behavior.

"Hey kid! Are you even a man?! What kind of man complains to a woman when he's wronged?!"