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The Amakusa-style Remix of Church is a unique Christian sect. Originally a small Japanese denomination, they were fortunate enough to welcome a Saint as their Pope.

A Saint, in this context, refers to someone who possesses traits similar to the Christian Son of God, granting them extraordinary power.

For a small sect, this was undoubtedly a blessing. However, due to various circumstances, that Saint left the Amakusa-style Remix of Church and joined the Anglican Church.

And because of further events, the current Amakusa-style Remix of Church, along with their former Pope, fell under the influence of the Anglican Church.

Itsuwa is a member of the Amakusa-style Remix of Church.

Originally, under the orders of the Anglican Church, the entire Amakusa-style Remix of Church was tasked with recording the magical value of ley lines and terrain in France. Itsuwa was assigned to Avignon, a city that once held the Pope captive, making it significant in many ways.

She had just arrived in the city, as the influence of the Roman Catholic Church was gradually spreading across the world.

On September 30th, just six days ago, a member of God's Right Seat from the Roman Catholic Church attacked Academy City, the stronghold of the science side. Although the invasion failed due to various factors, it fully exposed the conflict between the Roman Catholic Church and Academy City.

At the same time, starting from October 1st, the Document of Constantine began to take effect. People around the world started protesting against Academy City, and the world was filled with tension. Itsuwa even heard rumors that Russia had sent representatives to England to negotiate with the Anglican Church.

It felt like a storm was brewing.

Leaving the hotel, Itsuwa's goal was to carry out the Anglican Church's mission and investigate the Document of Constantine.

Everything should have gone smoothly.

—But that was only "should have."

An attack occurred.

Itsuwa couldn't understand the attacker's methods. What kind of magic could knock her out instantly?

The girl still remembered what had happened.

After leaving the hotel and carrying her belongings, she hadn't gone far when she felt a gaze fixed on her—a dangerous gaze that made her decide to flee immediately and look for an opportunity to counterattack.

However, almost the moment she had that thought, everything went black.

Then, she woke up here.

Looking around, this seemed to be a hotel room. The white bed, luxurious decorations, even the TV and kettle were all present.

Then, Itsuwa noticed the man.

"Hey, you're awake. I thought you'd sleep a bit longer."

"Who are you?! Why did you capture me?"

"Itsuwa of the Amakusa-style Remix of Church, right? Let me clarify, you can't accuse me of sexual harassment. I didn't touch you at all—my shikigami handled everything."

Shikigami.

Upon hearing the term, Itsuwa saw the spiritual shikigami beside the man.

As a member of the magic side, Itsuwa was very familiar with shikigami. They were the tools of Japanese onmyōji... though traditional onmyōji were rare nowadays, with most Shinto traditions confined to shrines.

No hostility.

Itsuwa quickly assessed the situation. She clearly saw her luggage nearby, and her hands weren't restrained.

She was free to move.

She could escape at any moment.

She noticed the balcony door was open, and from the view of the opposite building, the height wasn't too great. She could jump down and land safely.

The distance between her and the balcony wasn't far—she could escape in a single breath.

The only question was...

Would the man give her that chance?

Itsuwa recalled the moment she was knocked out. She hadn't even reacted to his movements. It was too fast, too fast. In her memory, only her former Pope had ever moved at such speed.

But the Pope was a Saint!

One of the fewer than twenty Saints in the world!

"Huh? Are you dumbfounded? Did I hit you too hard? But I aimed for your neck, not your head. It shouldn't cause a concussion."

Itsuwa took a deep breath, then with all her strength, she bolted toward the balcony, not even caring about her luggage.

The next second—

She stopped.

A blade of light appeared before her, passing just inches from her nose.

A mark was left on the ground.

"Let me introduce myself. I'm Li Mo, a swordsman. Of course, you can also think of me as an onmyōji or a magician. I know a little bit of all three."

Li Mo pinched his fingers to emphasize the "little bit."

This is a little bit?

Itsuwa didn't believe his words. This was Saint-level speed. Only by focusing entirely could she barely notice his movements.

This man was undoubtedly a monster.

"Alright, I have some questions for you, Miss Itsuwa. Don't worry, I won't harm you. At least for now, I have no intention of making an enemy of the Anglican Church."

The Anglican Church, not the Amakusa-style Remix of Church?

Itsuwa understood that the mage before her was no ordinary person. It would likely take the entire sect's strength to oppose him.

"Go ahead," Itsuwa said cautiously, sitting down. The man didn't seem to harbor much malice.

What did he want from her?

For now, she would cooperate and look for a chance to escape.

"From what I gather, I understand the current situation. Protesters have already appeared in this city, right? Demonstrations against Academy City?"

"Yes."

"How long has it been since Vento of the Front attacked Academy City?"

"Six days."

"Six days... Alright, young lady. I want to know, how much do you know about the Document of Constantine?"

"How do you know..."

Itsuwa understood his words.

He was a swordsman, an onmyōji, and a magician.

So, was he aligned with the Roman Catholic Church, Academy City, or a neutral party?

Regardless, he was about to step into this whirlpool.

...

...

London, England.

This city, once known as the "Foggy City," was always shrouded in rain. Sunshine was a luxury here, and Kanzaki Kaori disliked the weather, as it reminded her of the rainy season back home.

The phone rang.

Kanzaki Kaori wasn't good with electronics. Just a few days ago, she had struggled with how to use a washing machine. Fortunately, small devices were sturdy and durable. As long as she controlled her strength, she wouldn't crush them. She had even seen her superior use a phone to crack walnuts.

A call from Tatemiya Saiji?

Kanzaki Kaori frowned slightly, then answered.

There was nothing time couldn't solve. After breaking several phones, Kanzaki Kaori had learned how to answer and make calls.

As she answered, she heard one sentence.

"Pope, Itsuwa is missing."

It was bad news.