648 Even the Dark Musician would not have Tolerated (1/2)

”Therefore, God created the atmosphere and separated the water above and underneath it.” The young man that has just stepped out of the shadows was chanting the Holy Bible and clapping his hands lightly, ”This is how it all happened.”</p>

Smack!</p>

Terrifying power exploded behind him. The exquisite music theory, that surpassed even the level of Scepters, appeared out of nowhere, passed by two people in the blink of an eye and wrested over the control of everything within a circumference of a few hundred meters. Soon after, the music theories of both parties were immaculately dismantled and were forced to stop fighting. Orlando was trembling with rage that the duck he had finally managed to catch was flying away. He stared furiously at that young man but his anger dissipated instantly, and was quickly replaced by shock and fear.</p>

It was at this moment that he could finally see clearly the old nun that was standing behind that white-haired young man.</p>

Schubert!</p>

Anger was the last thing on his mind right now. Instead, he was considering if he should retreat. His savior might have descended from the skies but Auden was not relieved. Instead, his heart sank. He had just escaped the tiger's jaws, only to find himself in the wolf's den. He never considered that Ye Qingxuan was helping him out of goodwill. He presumed that Ye Qingxuan probably just wanted to kill two birds with one stone.</p>

Therefore, it was beyond his expectation to find that the white-haired young man, the Chief Inquisitor, was not wielding any weapons nor seem to harbor any intent to kill. Instead, he squatted down to look at Auden with a smile on his face.</p>

”Hi, friend.” He took out a fresh piece of covenant and waved it in front of Auden, ”Are you interested in a transaction?”</p>

When Auden replied with a confused look on his face, Ye Qingxuan explained the terms and conditions with a smile on his face, ”Right now, you have two choices. One, I leave and you die. Two, seek help from me and I will save you and bring you out of the Ultimate in one piece. In exchange, you have to sign your name. Look, it's right here.”</p>

With that, Ye Qingxuan took out a pen and stuffed it into Auden's hand, before pointing at the blank that could be found at the end of the covenant, ”Sign here and you will be saved! How? Worth it right?”</p>

Auden briefly glanced through the covenant. He had only read the opening paragraph and he was already tempted to vomit blood at Ye Qingxuan's face.</p>

Worth it? My foot! Which b*stard came up with these terms and conditions? Even the Dark Musician would not have tolerated this!</p>

For the next 30 years, he would have to serve the Religious Court of Inquiry without any compensation. He would also have to help the Religious Court of Inquiry to groom and develop musician apprentices. It would still have been acceptable if that was all. However, he was also expected to comply with all of Ye Qingxuan's plans and orders unconditionally…</p>

And this was only the beginning!</p>

There were so many terms and conditions that they left Auden feeling giddy. How was this a covenant that would save his life? It would be an understatement to say that this covenant basically required him to sell his life!</p>

To be fair, it was clearly mentioned that he would not be expected to work for free and that he would be paid according to the top-tier of the market rate. However, once a musician reached the level of a Master, finding jobs would not be a problem at all. To think that they intend to use money in exchange for the services of a Master for not once or twice, but for 30 years… Dream on!</p>

All Masters would have their own topics to research on, how could they possibly have the time to work for Ye Qingxuan! Not only would he have to sacrifice his youth and almost his entire life, he would also have to sacrifice his apprentices! This contract was so ridiculous that it was almost like hiring other employers to work in his company, on top of signing such an unfair contract. Once this contract was signed, all his musicians would have to wok for the Religious Court of Inquiry! Who would be so free to be owned by someone else as a dog?</p>

Besides, this covenant was created with the path of commandment of the School of Abstinence, so it was an enforcement covenant of the highest quality and was not cheap at all. The oddities of the real of aether have been used to ensure that dire consequences would befall on him should he choose to go against the covenant.</p>

By the time Auden has finished reading the entire covenant, he raised his head to look at Ye Qingxuan again. Looking at this white-haired fellow was like looking at a demon in human skin. This b*stard! He made it sound as if there were really two choices, when one of them meant immediate death. Who knew what else he could have up his sleeves?</p>

But if Auden did not refuse… he would be living a life that was not much of an improvement over death! Who knew how he would end up if he was to work for this fellow? The Religious Court of Inquiry has always been notorious and even Naberius, the Dark Musician, has said that anyone with half a brain would never associate themselves with the Religious Court of Inquiry…</p>

”Have you decided?” Ye Qingxuan grinned before beginning to check the time, ”I don't have much time left. It is perfectly fine if you don't wish to accept the covenant.”</p>

With that, he casually gave Orlando a glance. The moment Orlando heard that Ye Qingxuan was leaving, his eyes lit up.</p>

”No! I'll sign! I'll sign!” Auden shouted. Before he could even finish his sentence, he already saw the expression of joy on Ye Qingxuan's face. ”Damned it, I have been cheated…” Auden was struggling internally. Under Ye Qingxuan's gaze, he controlled his tears and stamped the Symphony of Predestination on the covenant. From here on, all his musicians would be sold to the Religious Court of Inquiry.</p>

”Welcome!” Ye Qingxuan smiled and helped him up from the ground. ”Although this might have been a little unorthodox, the benefits that we offer are top-notch. All the music theories of the Religious Court of Inquiry are open to you. Don't worry, you will not be unfairly treated. From now on, we are family!”</p>