Pastor's Tantra

Today's White Dance Shoes Club is slightly different from its usual layout.

All the tables on the first floor had been pushed into the corners, and the front desk where Allen and the bartender were originally was empty. The chairs were divided into three groups, neatly placed in front of the stage and on the left and right sides.

Several groups of reporters gathered in twos and threes in the gaps between the three sets of chairs, chatting quietly, with several flashlights standing next to them. The largest camera is almost as tall as a person and stands on the ground in the shape of a giant accordion; there are also small cameras that use stands and can be held in the hand.

There were not many guests sitting down now. Sitting in the middle and in the front row was a knight in shining armor, fully armed and wearing a helmet. There was no one around him, and all the chairs around him were empty. Even so, he remained motionless and sat upright.

The knight alone occupied two positions. On the seat next to his right hand, there was a silver-white two-handed sword leaning at an angle. Its handle is very long, more than one-third of its length, and the sword in front is long and narrow, but very thick. The sword body is not a flat line, but a thin hexagon - more like a bladed lance than a "sword".

This is a weapon that focuses more on thrusting than slashing. It is obviously not suitable for use in cities... It is one of the most common weapons used by air cavalry who fight on griffins.

It was put into a thick hard leather scabbard. The surface of the scabbard had a silver-gray plating with a large number of fine diamonds embedded on it. The broken diamonds spelled out a cursive word "Honour". It was gleaming in the light.

This is the "Sword of Honor" that can be temporarily obtained by retired air cavalry who have participated in wars and achieved at least three major victories. The word "honor" above was designed and written by Queen Sofia herself, and the diamonds were embedded one by one by royal craftsmen.

This sword, awarded by the Queen herself, contains powerful authoritative power. If the descendant no longer becomes an air cavalry, it will be taken back after seventy years of inheritance; if the descendant is willing to join the army, he can directly take the sword and join the Royal Air Force Academy of Avalon - that means that the descendant will An honor passed down from generation to generation.

Although the face cannot be seen from behind, the sword has already shown the identity of the knight in shining armor. He is Director Gordon who has just been transferred.

At Aiwass's signal, Lily pushed Aiwass's wheelchair and walked over slowly.

Aiwass just looked at Gordon from a distance - before he even got close, Gordon noticed his gaze and turned his head.

After noticing that the source of his gaze was Aiwass, the old knight nodded slowly. It seems to be showing friendship and approval.

But then he noticed Princess Isabel who was following Aiwass. The old knight immediately stood up, took off his helmet, and half-knelt on the ground with a clang.

"Here is the Silver Crowned Dragon. I send you my regards, Your Highness."

Gordon's old and deep voice sounded, and it was extremely clear even in the noisy club.

Those who did not notice Aiwass at first due to the crowds and noise were also attracted by Gordon's voice.

Realizing that Aiwass was coming, the reporters subconsciously wanted to take pictures.

But before the camera could be set up, they noticed Princess Isabel following Aiwass closely, and were immediately startled.

It's okay to take pictures of Aiwass without permission. Although he is the adopted son of the Moriarty family, he has not inherited the family armor after all.

In Avalon, armor itself is a symbol of authority - those who wear armor must be respected, but even a knight who can enter the Round Table Hall, as long as he goes out without wearing armor, it means that he is now traveling as an ordinary person . You can be photographed or painted, you can have your body touched, and you don’t need to say hello or give way when you meet.

But Isabel's situation is different.

Although Isabel, who abandoned the sacred tradition of Avalon and embarked on the path of beauty, is not as recognized as her elder brother and younger brother, she is still a true princess after all.

If they secretly film Isabel, I'm afraid they won't be able to make it to tomorrow... When I go back tonight, there will be people wearing white gloves in black suits knocking on the door.

The people present were either half-kneeling and stroking their chests to perform the knight's salute, or they were stroking their chests and bowing to Isabel. The inconsistent and different greetings sounded one after another.

If it had been before, Isabel would be so nervous that her brain would freeze now.

But now she just took courage and took a breath.

He showed a gentle smile imitating Aiwass to the crowd, and waved to the surroundings reservedly: "Good afternoon, everyone, please get up. May the Silver Crowned Dragon bless you.

"After the ceremony begins, you can take photos."

Isabel's clear and melodious girlish voice sounded, and people ended their salutes.

A strange idea came to their minds.

It seems that...this princess who rarely goes out is not as shy and inarticulate as the legend says?

Isn't she quite decent?

At this moment, Aiden, who was closely behind Aiwass, ran over under the gaze of everyone, and with his chest raised and his head raised, he removed the chair on the left side of the old knight Gordon.

Lily pushed Aiwass' wheelchair and parked the wheelchair in a neutral position with an elegant reverse. Isabel sat on the left hand side of Aiwass. This makes people who originally wanted to sit over and become familiar with each other afraid to sit over.

As a result, the seats in the middle group of the first row, from Isabel to the left, are all empty.

So Aiwass took the initiative to invite his classmates to sit here. Even so, the seat to Isabel's left was still empty, and Angela was next.

As Aiwass took his seat, people who had been standing and chatting quietly in various corners of the club also consciously found their seats and sat down. The person sitting one seat to the right of Gordon is a middle-aged man wearing a white suit and with neat short blond hair.

Wearing a white suit means that he graduated from the first school and practiced law. Either a judge in regular uniform or a lawyer.

He stretched out his hand and shook Gordon's hand, whispered a few words and sat down.

Going further to the right from him, it becomes a lot more mixed, with people wearing all kinds of clothes. Aiwass's eldest brother, Edward, sat in the seat on the left, nodded to Aiwass from a distance, and did not come over to say hello to Aiwass.

Gordon also placed his helmet on the chair next to his sword.

He turned his head hesitantly and greeted softly: "Mr. Aiwass."

"Director Gordon."

Aiwass nodded at him and chuckled: "Or should I call you Inspector Gordon now?"

"It's okay. It's just a job."

The old knight obviously didn't care about his promotion: "Inspectors have things that supervisors can do, and inspectors also have things that only inspectors can do. They are all to protect Avalon, but the work content is slightly different.

"I have a question, Mr. Aiwass. I hope you can clarify it for me. May I ask, what is the relationship between Your Highness Isabel and you..."

"Ah, it's a friend."

Aiwass replied with a smile.

After he said that, he turned back and looked at Isabel.

Isabel also heard this topic and leaned forward to emphasize: "We are very good friends, Mr. Gordon."

Aiwass patted her arm gently and motioned for Isabel to sit back first.

For some reason, Isabel seemed to be in a good mood. Not only was she a little bolder than usual, she even looked a little excited - if there weren't a lot of people here, she might have hummed a song.

"Yes, Your Highness, I understand."

The old man with dark blue pupils answered without hesitation.

He looked at Isabel, who had her hands on Aiwass's wheelchair, her resolute and weathered face full of hesitation to speak.

But in the end he swallowed his words in silence. He lowered his head and pretended he didn't see anything.

The club, which was originally very lively and even noisy, quickly became quiet after Aiwass—or rather, Princess Isabel—appeared. It only took less than ten minutes for everyone to be seated.

Soon, except for the reporters and photographers who were still standing, as well as the supervisors and inspectors standing in the corners, there were no more people standing in the hall on the first floor. Then the door was closed tightly, and blue and white runes appeared on the wall.

The only person wearing armor was Gordon, and there weren't even many people wearing black suits. People wearing white suits accounted for one-fifth, and the rest were people wearing suits of other colors or simply wearing other clothes.

Most of them are officials - in addition to administrative officers and business officers, there are also scholars, priests, professors and executives of large companies. Aiwass also saw his mentor, Professor Bard.

More people gathered on the second floor.

They are spectators and do not need special invitations. As long as they are of age and have decent formal attire, they can come.

Aiden had found his father on the second floor of the club, waved to him excitedly, and pointed him out to Aiwass. He was a businessman with small eyes who looked gentle, had a big belly, was white and fat. The frightened middle-aged man waved his hands quickly and told him to be quiet.

At this moment, Aiwass suddenly felt something in his heart.

Because just now, Shadow Demon woke up.

【My master……】

A hoarse and vicious voice sounded from the bottom of Aiwass's heart.

[I feel that the little thief who stole the power of shadow is nearby——]

...that assassin?

Aiwass narrowed his eyes slightly.

——Do you really dare to come?

The assassin of "Eagle Eye" is quite courageous.

This time is completely different from Monday - there are many high-level extraordinary beings present this time. And he learned the lesson from last time, and when he closed the door, he asked the lawyer present to seal it.

Or is she just here to monitor him?

Aiwass touched the heavy key hanging on his waist, feeling calm.

This time Aiwass was not afraid of her at all.

Rather, he was even a little impatient——

...If you don't take action, wouldn't my key be in vain?

[My master...can I take action this time? I mean, if your life is in danger...]

Shadow Fiend's voice became anxious and manic.

"Tell me first, where is she?"

Aiwass asked in his heart.

So Shadow Demon marked her target——

It gave part of its power to Aiwass. Even if there is only one level of shadow affinity, it can still accommodate a little bit of the shadow demon's characteristics.

So Aiwass gained the short-term "shadow vision" ability:

I saw Aiwass' pupils dimming slightly, as if covered with a thin and transparent black gauze.

In his field of vision, the entire space became dim. The original black shadow also turned into a transparent gray, and the color of the person hiding in the shadow became darker.

Aiwass could clearly see that the female assassin was hiding directly under the largest, trolley-like camera in the lobby on the first floor, hiding quietly in the shadows.

"No need."

Aiwass calmly withdrew his gaze, and then calmly replied in his heart: "I won't need you this time, Shadow Demon. Just see how I do it."

【...Okay, Master】

Shadow Demon's voice gradually became calm and cold. But it made her husky and mature female voice become clearer and more like a human voice.

[Then I will hibernate here silently... and wait and see]

The implication is that if Aiwass finds that he can't beat him and calls him again, then he may not be obedient.

Although it is greedy for the sacred flesh and blood that is voluntarily offered, demons are always arrogant.

Since it has already said that it is not needed, it will not rush to help.

"certainly."

Aiwass raised the corner of his mouth: "I won't let you down."

He knew that if he could handle the situation well now, such as defeating an enemy more powerful than him, or even just surviving from the enemy... Shadow Demon would respect him even more. Being able to solve difficult problems without relying on Shadow Demon's power just shows the strength of his mind and outstanding talents.

That is different from the almost irresistible temptation and control of the devil brought by the "Pastoral Law", and is truly the recognition of the devil.

Just like Aiwass is willing to challenge the evil warlock Veronica with his weak body.

After careful and meticulous planning and conspiracy, in the end, a weak body faces the strong one, and wins perfectly or bites off the opponent's flesh and blood... This is the core principle of the way of transcendence.

And this requires him to have enough "talent" and "courage".

——The principles of transcendence are rebellion and victory.