661 Subduing Nicholas Part 2 (2/2)
Although Nicholas was still worried, he was also somewhat more reassured. Even Fycro would have a little trouble killing that gold grand swordmaster, but Saleen managed to do so in a split second using only one method. This method was extremely powerful, but Nicholas knew that there must be some limitations to it.
What Saleen said was not boasting. If Fycro entered the temple, his movements would be heavily restricted and Saleen would have an easier time taking aim at the target.
Someone like Fycro would never risk his life.
What Saleen did not tell Nicholas was that if the Sregl Island mages arrived and managed to build a magic tower, Fycro would not be able to move around freely in Metatrin City at all.
It was not as if Saleen was trying to kill Fycro. Dealing with Fycro was Joey's task. Joey took the Seal of Divine Power purely to deal with Fycro. Saleen was only trying to ensure his own safety.
After so many close shaves, Saleen no longer feared death, but this only made him increase the rigor of his preparations.
”Lord Saleen… thank you.” Nicholas knew that it would still take some time before he gained Saleen's trust. Nevertheless, Saleen has given him a chance. As long as Saleen continued to lead Nicholas, the trust between them would surely develop over time.
Saleen had no intentions of going into this topic. In any case, Nicholas has chosen to follow him and now, Saleen had a grade-9 Professional by his side. The effects of this was significant. Nicholas would be more useful than the two grade-9 mages. The latter could only help Saleen to look after western town, but Nicholas could be deployed to any location.
”Nicholas, since the bond has been signed, you shall stay here. I will give you some men as your subordinates. For now, you will not be given any tasks. Just follow me everyday and we will continue to converse. There is still more to the Holy See that I wish to know. What kind of subordinates do you wish to have? The spirits of the dead and demons that I have are more useful than humans.”
”My Lord, do you have normal demons?”
”Yes, why?”
”Give me twelve of them. I will let them devour the souls of the red Bishop so that they will become abominable demons. They will become the enemies of the Holy See for eternity and I will be more comfortable to use them.”
Nicholas looked at Saleen expectantly. Demons possessed the ability to devour souls. If he succeeded, he would be able to use fallen divine spells on the demons. They would serve as another level of insurance against Fycro or even Theisio. It would be impossible for them to try and kill him instantaneously. These twelve demons would serve as his scapegoats first.
Nicholas might have signed a bond with Saleen that put him in severe disadvantage but the one he feared the most was still Pope Theisio. Saleen needed Nicholas' abilities, but Theisio only wanted his powerful soul.
”For this, you will have to ask her,” Saleen pointed at Nailisi. Nailisi had woken up not long ago. It had been less than ten days and she had yet to fully develop the fifth ability. She was still feeling fatigued. Once she heard Saleen's command, Nailisi smiled and said, ”Nicholas, rest assured. I will definitely help you.”
”Master is so generous to give me another chance to take advantage of this man.” Nailisi thought
”Nice to meet you,” Nicholas' beard shook. Nailisi made him feel a discomfort that came about from facing terrifying creatures.
”Nice to meet you as well. I am Nailisi. From now on, we are on the same side,” Nailisi blinked and was already thinking about what she stood to gain from this old man.
”Alright, Aini and the rest need to see me. Nicholas, you can come along.” Saleen put on his glove and led Sika out of the room. There was a meeting room on the second level of the temple that was big enough for Saleen to meet the noble families.
The number of attendees in the meeting room had increased. After the battle, Saleen declared many others to be Barons. These men had performed meritorious deeds during the battle that helped to reduce Saleen's losses drastically. Saleen was extremely grateful.
Once Saleen arrived, everyone stood up and bowed. Aini was no exception. Saleen smiled and sat down before looking around the entire room and said, ”Let me introduce someone; this is Nicholas. He was originally the red Grand Bishop of the Holy See, but he is on our side now.”
The noble families were in uproar.
The Qin and Tanggulasi Empires had fought for thousands of years and many holy priests had changed sides. Never had someone of the level of a red Grand Bishop changed sides. Saleen was ruthless!
This was equivalent to giving the Lord of Glory a slap to the face. The entire Holy See would be put to shame.
These noble families had no love for the Holy See and would even be willing to go to the battlefield themselves to kill a few Tanggulasis. What Saleen had done was outrageous and would focus the Holy See's attention on them. Would the newly built Metatrin City be able to handle such a tough test?
”Looks like everyone has little faith in me,” Saleen's tone was calm, but with a tinge sarcasm and gloom.
”I will follow you to death,” Aini slammed the table emotionally.
After hearing what Aini said, Guya, Renee, and Irene also clapped their hands and said, ”You are the King and we are your Dukes. We will obey your orders. Even if we were to fight against Qin Empire, we will follow you.”