"Artifact!"

Lloyd gasped and almost screamed.

In the eyes of a mortal, this cross is nothing more than a beautifully crafted cross with a few more jewels, and no practitioner can ignore the glittering, flowing and powerful aura of the cross's surface.

Moreover, this heirloom of Richardson is almost unknown to everyone in the Western cultivation circles and among the upper echelons. There are many legends about this artifact, the most shocking of which is that it is the true cross, one of the three sacred relics of Christianity, which was single-handedly captured by Richardson's Templar ancestors from Saladin's camp after the Battle of Hardin. Of course, anyone with a little historical and physiological knowledge knows that this statement is unreliable, because Jesus was crucified and martyred in the first place, and it is difficult to imagine that Jesus was only that tall. Moreover, according to the oral history of the Richardson family, their ancestors owned and used the artifact as early as the Battle of Mongiza [Note 2].

But no matter what, the power of this artifact is undeniable. Everyone believes that this artifact has a powerful power to determine the victory or defeat of a battle, and can affect the future and destiny of a country and a nation. In the face of this artifact, any powerful enemy will eventually be destroyed. It is widely believed that it was this artifact that played a key role in the Battle of Mongiza, allowing the King of Jerusalem to defeat Saladin's 30,000 elite cavalry with 80 Templars, 375 knights, and thousands of infantry, and inflict more than 20,000 casualties.

As for the defeat in the Battle of Harding...... That's because Richardson's ancestors happened to be absent at the time.

As the successor to the artifact, Richardson certainly believed in it. But he also knows some facts that are not known to outsiders. For example, the magic patterns on this artifact are extremely delicately designed, and there are strict standards for the type, purity, and size of various aura stones. Actually, even within the family. There is no one who has the knowledge of how to replace the aura stone for the artifact. This artifact can be said to be consumed once it is used, and it is used once it is used less than once. As a result, each generation of heirs would not use this artifact lightly. The last time an artifact was used was nearly two hundred years ago.

And now, for the sake of honor and dignity, he will activate this artifact.

"You're saying he's going to flee our country by sea?"

He held the cross. Ask Lloyd.

"We think it's very likely. ”

Lloyd said cautiously.

"That's good, use all means to keep a close eye on him...... I believe that the beach will be a good place for a 'tea house meeting'. ”

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Now that the course of action has been decided. Wu Ge hoped to leave sooner. After all, he doesn't have a steady source of income here, and it's not good to spoil people's vacation plans.

He knew that Richardson would definitely keep an eye on him. However, he didn't expect the other party to come to the door directly.

"Mr. President, our Seminar, would like to have a fair 'teahouse exchange' with you. And. In order that you don't lose sight of the location, he has already drawn a sketch of the meeting place for you. ”

In front of this powerful mysterious cultivator, the "member of the research society" who was ordered to come to the challenge couldn't help but shudder a little, but he still tried not to be arrogant or humble. Most of these members also know the legend about Mr. Chairman's family history and powerful artifacts, and the chairman himself came forward to fight with others, so he is definitely quite sure. He did not wish to disgrace Mr. President because of his poor performance.

Wu Ge was stunned for a long time before he understood the meaning of "teahouse competition", a word that has a deep relationship with him.

"Hmm...... Have you made your tea?"

He asked, not without a joke.

"Uh......"

The researcher was momentarily unsure of what to say. He also had a vague idea of the term 'teahouse exchange', and there didn't seem to be any teahouse or café in the place that Mr. Chairman had agreed upon.

"Tea ...... There won't be any problems. He said vaguely. "As long as you are willing to go, the tea will be there. ”

Going straight to the war was Richardson's strategy. He thinks. If Mr. Uyou is just a folk monk as he himself said, he wants to find some masters to challenge. He shouldn't have turned down such an offer.

Wu Ge would indeed not refuse such an invitation. Although he had considerable doubts about the "fairness" of the other party due to his previous experience, he would not back down, whether it was to protect his own dignity or the dignity of the country, or for a rare opportunity to test.

He took the sketch.

"Okay, you can go back and report to your Mr. President...... I'll walk slowly, lest I get to you before you get ready. ”

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Wu Ge expected to greet him with a sizable lineup, but when he arrived at the beach, he found that his surroundings were deserted.

It's really deserted. Although he didn't dare to dissipate his qi in this situation, Wu Ge's Heavenly Eye Technique was still extraordinary. He could be sure that within the usual range of spell attacks, there was no ambush other than the tall old man.

But he didn't take it lightly.

In contrast, Richardson appeared light-hearted.

"Young people...... Speaking of which, we're not officially acquainted, are we? Let me introduce myself, my name is Richardson, and I am the supreme leader of the practitioners in your country. ”

He greeted him warmly, like a kind uncle meeting a nephew whom he hadn't seen in a long time.

However, Wu Ge could see clearly that the round light above Richardson's head shook violently.

This shows that he has a ghost in his heart.

Wu Ge shook hands with the other party lightly, but didn't say anything. The atmosphere was a little awkward for a while.

Richardson coughed dryly and said:

"Did you know that the Templars were actually a group of cultivators......

"Oh?"

"My ancestor was a Templar. ”

"What are Templars?"

Wu Ge asked.

……

Richardson was a little speechless...... However, standing in front of him was an Oriental man, and he was very young, and it was understandable that he did not know the Knights Templar, who were famous in Western history.

"The Templars were a group of devout Christians. He patiently explained. "Originally founded by nine French ascetics to protect pilgrims from pagan ......"

"You mean......" Wu Ge squinted his eyes and looked around. "You hired the Templars to deal with me today?"

Richardson: "......"

"Have you been living in the mountains and cultivating for a long time, why don't you understand any common sense?" Richardson roared, "The Knights Templar were disbanded seven hundred years ago, and where are the Templars still here?"

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[Note 1] Battle of Hardin: The Battle of the Crusader Movement that took place in 1187 AD. Saladin, the Sultan of Egypt, led the Islamic army to a great victory over the Christian army. In the final stages of the campaign, hundreds of Templars fought to the death to defend the Christian relic, the True Cross, and all of them were killed. The True Cross fell into the hands of Saladin and was destroyed, and Jerusalem was subsequently captured by Saladin.

[Note 2] Battle of Mongiza: A war between the Ayyubid monarch Saladin and King Baldwin IV of Jerusalem in 1177 AD. Baldwin IV, under extremely unfavorable circumstances, used the "True Cross" as a means of morale boost, and led 375 knights, 80 Templars, and thousands of infantry to defeat Saladin's 30,000 troops, causing about 20,000 casualties.

[Note 3] Knights Templar: The full name is "The Poor Knights of Christ and Solomon's Temple". It is said to have been founded in 1120 by nine French nobles to protect European pilgrims who made the pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Later, it was recognized and granted privileges by the pope, and its power grew rapidly. In 1307, King Philip IV of France launched a purge of the Templars on the grounds of "heresy", which led to the disbandment of the Templar Order and the execution of most of its members. One theory is that Philip IV framed the Templars for coveting their wealth, while others believe that the Templars degenerated and deserved to be liquidated after gaining status and wealth. (To be continued......)