Invincible priest, out of the courtroom

In the next second, the silk threads suddenly tightened, and the shells instantly became fragmented, scattered into debris all over the sky, scattered outside the manor like a torrential rain, and failed to explode.

But then, a holy flame lit up in the air.

Blossoming holy flames were burning and leaping in mid-air, and spread along the silk threads, weaving a large fire net in the air, and then continuing to follow the trajectory of the silk threads, covering the center of the manor. Down.

Julian frowned slightly, flicked his fingers in the air, and actively cut off the ignited silk threads.

The fire net woven by the holy flame immediately lost its support, fell in all directions, and was quickly extinguished.

When the Plague Witch on the side saw this scene, her half-yellow and half-green lips opened an exaggerated arc, and she seized the opportunity to sarcastically say:

"It's really embarrassing. I can't even deal with this little trick. No wonder you ran away like a bereaved dog to seek my protection..."

Julian took the other party's sarcasm directly as air, as if he didn't hear it, but continued to look up at the airships in the sky.

They were climbing rapidly, and soon got into the higher clouds, and disappeared from Julian's field of vision.

It seems that after the first round of attacks failed, the enemy retreated in spite of the difficulties?

But Julian knew very well that the enemy was only temporarily avoiding it.

Just like the smartest hunting dog, it will not rashly go up to fight the fierce prey, but will try its best to entangle and delay until the prey falls into the trap, or receives the fatal blow afterwards.

Experienced priests have dealt with witches in this way for thousands of years.

Although the process will be slow, it is very effective.

But this time, the situation is different, and such tricks are destined not to work again.

It's a pity that the stupid sister next to her couldn't understand this, she just babbled a few more nonsense, then turned and left, only making that muddy sound when she walked.

Julian then picked up the mirror again, wanting to continue playing with it.

But suddenly a thin crack opened in the space beside her, and then a well-dressed, handsome young man emerged from it, and asked very politely as soon as he opened his mouth:

"Excuse me, did I disturb you?"

"not yet."

Julian replied coldly.

The man put his chest on his chest with one hand, bowed slightly to Julian, and continued to speak with extreme humility:

"Then...please allow me to extend my greetings to you today, and report some new progress to you, as well as provide some suggestions for today..."

After seeing Julian nodded slightly, he continued to add:

"The plan is progressing very smoothly. Your dependents are already on their way and should be able to arrive at the City of Oracles today. Our cooperation is as pleasant as ever..."

"As for those annoying headless flies in the sky, you don't have to pay too much attention to them. They are just some indifferent noises. Please rest assured that I will handle them. I will not disappoint your expectations and previous promises. I will definitely protect you and you. The same beautiful Lady Plague..."

"So, please go ahead and do it! Spread wailing and fear to that city, let them usher in the birth of the curse in the extreme pain!"

After saying these words, the man boldly kissed the back of Julian's hand, and then stepped back slowly, disappearing into the space crack that appeared earlier.

This guy claims to be a messenger, a messenger from Shanibutasha.

Not long after Julian escaped from the city of the oracle, he met more witch believers, and under their recommendation, he met the messenger.

He advertised himself as the Witch's eternal friend and most reliable partner, as well as a suitor and admirer. Before the Witch of Pain was officially born, he started various preparations.

Without his help, Julian would not be able to meet his own believers—it is undoubtedly a very dangerous and difficult thing to maintain the belief in witches in this era.

After that, under his lead, Julian came to the territory of the Plague Witch, which is the town completely occupied by her.

Unlike the erratic, rootless [suffering], all [plagues] must have a source. This is a principle that cannot be violated, so the Plague Witch must also have a territory.

As a result, in the previous four wars, she was often the one who was dealt with first...

And what the clergymen are best at dealing with happens to be plagues and curses...

But fortunately, Julian's arrival allowed the two witches to complete their rendezvous ahead of schedule, and also prevented the pursuers from acting rashly.

And the price is that Julian has to endure the sister's stinky mouth every day...

Fortunately, the messenger quickly provided them with new suggestions, which were said to be the guidance from the oracle of Shanibutasha——

Take [Servant's Heart], [Martyr's Blood], [Angel's Body], [Saint's Soul], and cast the mistress' favorite toy.

The two witches vaguely felt that this was indeed what they should do, so they proceeded step by step according to the messenger's plan.

Except for the small episode where the source of the [Plague] had been discovered by the clergyman, the plan was progressing smoothly.

But the more critical steps are yet to come...

So Julian very much hoped that the third sister would be born in time, and he would prepare a grand and complete ceremony for her.

........................

Among the five airships that had already hid in the high-altitude clouds, Francis was frowning, looking at a map in front of him in thought.

Accompanied by two cardinals from the Light of Justice, he was keeping quiet, waiting for Francis to come to a conclusion.

After a long time, Francis asked in a low voice:

"Still unable to contact the Oracle City?"

"Yes, we are still in this weird [lost] state."

A cardinal said solemnly.

"Then how much ammunition, fuel, and supplies do we have left?"

Francis continued to ask.

"Probably still last for two days."

Another cardinal also replied with a frown.

After a few more minutes of contemplation, Francis gritted his teeth, as if he had made some kind of difficult decision:

"From the most rational point of view, we must do our best to break out and give up support to other teams..."

Hunting the Saints: Chapter 312 309. The Difference Between the North Land and the Oracle City

The five airships that Francis and the cardinal were on were dispatched after receiving the death message from the search team.

Compared with the first batch of search teams that set off in a hurry, the configuration of the latter team is much stronger in all aspects.

Not only did Francis and his Templar squad sit in command, but they also carried a large amount of supplies and supplies; equipped with the most powerful and longest-range new artillery in the city; and equipped with the most elite knights and priests of the Light of Justice Sect.

In addition to searching for the witch, the strategic goal is also responsible for gathering and reinforcing the search teams that set out earlier.

Judging from the previous death message, the situation of the front team may not be too optimistic...

But even with full preparations, the reinforcements encountered an unexpected situation not long after they set off.

The five airships seemed to be trapped in a strange space, unable to locate, escape, or communicate, and just circled in the air in vain.

Like a lost lamb...

Then turning around, they found the small town.

Through preliminary observation and testing, it is almost certain that there is the source of the [Plague], and traces of the Plague Witch must be found there.

According to the experience of hunting witches in the past four times, the plague witch must be the first to be killed because the plague witch must have a source, and the clergy are very good at dealing with various diseases.

Judging from the on-site observation, the Plague Witch shouldn't wake up much longer than the Pain Witch, and she should be promoted through a faster way, so she doesn't seem to be strong enough, so it might be easier to solve .

Had the two cardinals been in command, the support team might have gone shoulder to shoulder.

Fortunately, it was Francis who had the final say this time. He forcibly held down the two cardinals, and based on the experience of the Northland, he made two temptations to the Plague Witch.

It was the second time before. Yesterday afternoon, I attacked the small town and the manor in it with magic from a long distance.

As a result, I noticed the existence of the Witch of Pain...

With the strength of this reinforcement team, if they encounter two real witches at the same time, the consequences may be unimaginable...

And the two cardinals also correctly realized the danger of the problem, and the cold sweat seeping from their fear extinguished the impulse in their hearts. They no longer dared to express their opinions indiscriminately, and obediently listened to Francis' instructions.

Francis must have chosen to contact his archbishop immediately.

Then it was discovered that their communication with the City of Oracles had been completely cut off.

This doesn't quite look like a witch's style...

Although they have the appearance of humans, they are still monsters in essence, and they cannot deal with the tactics of humans very well. Otherwise, the final outcome of the previous four hunts for witches is really hard to say.

From this point of view, it is likely that the witch has gained a new ally, who is very cunning and treacherous, and knows how to deal with the ally of the priest.

This space that can make people fall into inexplicable loss is probably written by this ally.

Even the death message that was sent back to the City of Oracles was "helped" by this ally.

Francis quickly realized the danger of this trip, and directly gave up on the Witch of Pain in front of him, and instead searched and rescued the teams that set out ahead.

But there is no clue, and seeing that he is almost trapped and runs out of ammunition and food.

Fortunately, he still holds the most important hole card in his hand - the pendant that was personally consecrated by the archbishop.

But in such an environment where the situation is unknown, Francis did not dare to use it randomly...

Although Francis still remembered that the archbishop said that the effect of consecration could last for ten days and be used thirty times, but this might not be enough.

So now he has to face a difficult choice:

Is it the witch in front of me?

Or an advance team that is likely to be in crisis?

Or find a way to break through?

No matter which one you choose, you have to give up the other two.

So after two days of testing and weighing, Francis chose to break out.

This seems very selfish, tantamount to abandoning those teammates who are in danger.

But if you don't break out, don't pass the new changes in the situation back to the city of oracle, and don't let the archbishop know, it is likely to lead to more serious consequences...

But the two cardinals still have some complaints about Francis' choice:

"If we break through, the witch in front of me, and our people, I'm afraid... Even if we escape successfully, we will become the laughing stock of the city... So I want to stay here, I am not afraid of death , and believe that my lord will guide us in the direction."

Another cardinal also resolutely said:

"I think it's better for you to lead your templar team to find a way to break through. We stay, whether it's the rear of the palace, or searching and rescuing others. No matter what the outcome is, at least we didn't run away!"

Francis looked at the two of them like this, and felt admiration in his heart, but a pain in his head.

It can't be said that they are stupid. They don't want to run away or give up their comrades. This is undoubtedly brave and fearless.

But it's probably pointless too...

Francis could only sigh helplessly, and tried to persuade:

"This is not cold-bloodedness, meaningless sacrifices will not help us defeat the Witch."

"Yes, we know."

The two cardinals nodded at the same time, and each said:

"I'm not questioning or accusing you of your courage, it's just that the situation in the city of the oracle is different from your northern land, and our sect is also different from your Holy See..."

"Yes, if we just fled back like this, our entire sect will be in a situation where there is no end to redemption, just like the countless sects in the past, we will completely disappear from the city..."

After hearing this, Francis couldn't help reaching out and pressing his temples hard, and asked again:

"How important is the so-called oracle city, the so-called status, to you? It's hard for me to understand. It's just a city, just like many other places in the world."

The two cardinals shook their heads again and again, and said in harmony:

"This is the difference between us, and it is also the difference between the City of Oracles and the North..."

"The meaning and value of our sect's existence is to spread the glory of our Lord in this Promised Land."

Francis couldn't help closing his eyes.

"Then let me think about it."

He casually said.

Of course, consideration will still be considered.

On the one hand, you have to consider whether you can escape with your own team alone...