In the vast white light, layers of clouds were suspended like pieces of land. On land, there are some "buildings" formed by the convergence of clouds. It was as if the "wall" would disappear completely with a gust of wind. But it was as if it had been stereotyped.

An elderly four-winged celestial took a piece of hair in a small clip and placed it in a bowl with golden inscriptions, and placed it in front of Elpad. There are also some crumbs inside the bowl that are difficult to distinguish with the naked eye.

"Where did you get that hair and skin crumbs?" asked the four-winged angel.

"It was from a little boy. Abd replied.

"Little boys?"

"At least he looks like a little human boy. Of course, I also know that he is not. "I really want to know what he is, and a voice in my head keeps urging me, so I'm going to ask you." ”

"Hmm......" The four-winged angel touched his beard and was silent for a moment, "to be completely clear, you need to be proficient in dark magic." I can't, so I can only tell you a rough idea. ”

"For example?"

"For example, this is a half-lich. ”

"Half-lich?" Ebald's expression froze, "There can be half a lich for this thing?"

"I didn't have it before, but I didn't have it now? In fact, I just coined the term 'half-lich'. But I think it's the right way to describe him. ”

"How?"

"He looks exactly like a human on the surface, and there is hardly any difference to be seen. But in fact, they are two completely different species from humans. This difference is not noticeable in normal times. It will only appear in one case. ”

"Which case?"

"When I was mortally wounded. The four-winged angel stretched out a finger and whispered, "It's exactly the same structure, even if you dissect him, you won't find anything different." The difference is that the human skeleton is an organ, and the actual body is the brain. The brain is the soul. All organs are for the brain. Once the heart stops, then the human being dies. He was different. His body is bones, or to be precise, the magical energy attached to his skull. Others, such as the brain, the heart, the muscles, are all byproducts. If the heart is taken away, he will die. But it was only his body that died, and his soul was still able to manipulate his bones and continue to live in his lich form. If his magic is strong enough, he can also bring his body back to life. You know what I mean?"

"That'...... Is he stronger than a lich?" Abbed looked incredulous.

"Can't say that. Whether it is more powerful or not, this is a deeper level of research. The four-winged angel continued, "An adult lich will have a crate, but he won't. Once destroyed, it is truly destroyed. The lich doesn't need rest, and he does, because he has a physical part and gets tired. In both respects, he is not as powerful as the Lich. But, as I said earlier, whether it is really powerful or not requires further research to confirm. I found that his magical energy was extremely strong, and his magical perception was by no means comparable to that of ordinary lichs. ”

"Yes, he can easily see through my disguise with Catherine. ”

"That's right, his magical perception is the strongest I've ever seen. The force that brought him into birth should be so strong that it daunts us. ”

Ebald's scalp was about to burst: "Well, how did they make this...... Species?"

"Succubus. The four-winged angel said helplessly, "Hell has always been stronger than us in creating new species. Why? Because they have succubi in their camp. Succubi are a special species, and their specialty is hallucinations. But that's just one of the strengths. They can also interact with other species**, and even between other different species**. Even gender they can ignore. Well, yes, that's it, a magical species. This is supposed to be a hybrid between a lich and a human with the help of a succubus. A new, high-level magical creature. ”

Abbot was dumbfounded, feeling that his three views were shattered. Well, he probably knows what's going on.

"Is there anything else you'd like to ask?" asked the four-winged angel.

"No, thank you. ”

"It's okay, you can still ask me next time you have a question about him. To be honest, I'm quite interested in this new species. ”

"Okay, thank you. ”

......

At noon, the Kappa priest finally reappeared at Gray's residence.

"Paladin, I'm here to pick you up the mountain. The Kappa priest bowed respectfully to Gray.

"Okay. ”

After a brief explanation, Gray rode alone and set out with the team that had come to pick him up the mountain.

"Why can't we go? Lord Paladin, go alone, what if there's danger?" said the mallet, looking at Gray's back.

"Do you think there's anything more dangerous than himself?" Karl responded.

"No, I mean the Paladin went up the mountain by himself, and there was no pomp at all, what if he was bullied?"

"I'm guessing you're curious about what it's like on Mount Azrant and want to go up and see it, right? You'd better stay here honestly. With that, Carl turned around and walked back inside.

The mallet rolled his eyes and hung his head helplessly. Andrew, who was on the side, covered his mouth and couldn't help laughing.

......

Gray rode his horse and walked slowly down the street with the team that had come to pick him up. It was crowded with people all around.

The people here are different from people in other places. People in other places, if they encounter a team that looks like a big one, if they don't stop to watch, at least they will give way. But the people here are scurrying around like headless flies. An ox cart blocked the front of the line, and the Kappa priest went up to make way for him, only to be yelled back.

"Is the road your home? Can you let me give way early! Don't you see I'm blocked?"

The kappa priest didn't even make a fuss, just said a few words, and came back. Then everyone waited for the ox cart to move.

"There are so many people in San Lorenna. Gray couldn't help but sigh.

"Yes, and there are many who are not rich but noble. So, everyone is used to it. The Kappa priest replied softly, "It's already crowded enough, and if we have to close the road, it will be even more chaotic." Therefore, no one in the city is allowed to fly a flag. In order to avoid confusion. ”

"Doesn't the Pope raise the flag either?"

"The Pope will not come here. Pastor Kappa shook his head and said, "If I could, no one would want to come here." ”

Gray nodded silently.

In the crowd, Gray even saw a group of dwarves and a few elves. I saw a desert merchant traveling with a tightly wrapped body and a camel. See a southern coastal tribe wearing shorts and a few strings of shell necklaces. There's a lot of everything, and it seems to be a little more inclusive than other cities.

Eventually, the team finally got through the jammed section and continued towards Mount Azrant.

Mount Azrante, quite close to San Lorenna. According to the map, it is five kilometers. However, in reality the entire Azrante Mountain is almost encased by San Lorenna. It's just that the houses at the foot of Mount Azrant are less densely populated.

Standing on any corner of the city of San Lorenzi, you can clearly see the Azrante Mountain.

The two main peaks, one high and one low, are almost covered with buildings, like the city of San Lorenna, on the flat ground. The only difference is that the building looks grander and more uniform. The green forest, which covered no more than fifty years, looked more like the courtyard of the Holy See than a wilderness from a distance.

Of course, this was just Gray's first feeling. When I got closer, I felt something completely different.

As Mount Azrant took over the view, the sense of grandeur gradually came out. Looking at the slender pillars from a distance, up close, they are huge stone pillars hugged by eight people. The buildings that look low are actually all four stories up. As for the large building, which looks magnificent from a distance, if you look closely, you will see that it is a behemoth that is full 20 stories high.

In addition to the patchwork of buildings, there are also quiet and elegant walkways and obviously well-designed courtyards between the buildings.

I have to say that even Gray, who is now well-informed, is shocked by this level of complex.

Although the nobles of the South were also wealthy, none of the king's estates could compare to here.

There are no walls or gates on Azrant Mountain, and there is only a huge trail dozens of meters wide that leads to the main hall at the top of the mountain. White. All the other roads are repaired along the sides of this trail, leading to all kinds of buildings.

Of course, the absence of walls and gates does not mean that there are no defenses. On the contrary, the defense here is extremely tight. At the foot of the mountain, Gray could already see the path to the top of the mountain, filled with Templars in heavy armor.

The Kappa priest dismounted and came to Gray and whispered, "Paladin, please dismount." ”

"Can't you ride a horse too?"

"No, you can't. ”

There was no way, Gray had to dismount, and then led by the kappa priest, he went up step by step.

Over the course of four years, Gray has traveled many, many places. Some places, grandiose, but not exquisite. Some places may look small, but they are surprisingly exquisite. The Holy See, on the other hand, is a place of both.

Walking up the trail, the biggest attraction along the way is not only the buildings that can be seen from a distance, but also a variety of sculptures and exquisite courtyards. It's so luxurious that it's amazing.

"It costs a lot of money to maintain this place, right?" asked Gray softly.

"Of course. Pastor Kappa replied briefly, and did not explain further.

Finally, Gray came to the main hall at the top of the hill, and in the distance, he saw a cardinal waiting for him. It was Anthony III. Compared with a few years ago, he looks even older, and he already has a bit of a taste of old age.

The two saluted each other.

Anthony III made a "please" gesture sideways.

As Gray walked past him, Anthony III whispered, "It's over in a moment, please linger paladin." I have something to say to the paladin. ”

At this moment, in the distance, Levi was standing in front of a building and quietly watching the two of them.

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