Chapter 259: The Great Filial Son, Cao Xing’s Opportunity (6200)

Chapter 259: The Great Filial Son, Cao Xing's Opportunity (6200)

The moment Cao Xing put the red-robed bishop's mask on his face,

the baron's son on the ground immediately knelt respectfully.

"Respected Lord Cardinal!"

Cao Xing nodded.

Beneath the mask, a smile appeared at the corner of his mouth!

Yes, Cao Xing had previously obtained an item, [Black-Robed Priest Roster].

It detailed a long list of names and identities.

One of them was named Fizz Walker, and his identity as the baron's son was also marked there.

"Lord Bishop, how did you figure out my identity?"

Cao Xing said calmly, "As a bishop, I naturally have means to identify members of our church."

That roster had been secretly recorded by Montra, so no one else knew about it.

Hearing this, Fizz had no doubts about it, but his eyes still carried some confusion.

Given his personality, he naturally wouldn't easily trust Cao Xing.

He continued to ask, "Lord Bishop, why are you here?"

Cao Xing said indifferently, "Of course it is because of the instructions of the Seed of Light."

"Gale Snowfield is an important place for our Church of Light, and there is more than just one red-robed bishop here."

Hearing this, the doubts in Fizz's eyes were dispelled a bit more.

Because he had indeed heard the news that multiple red-robed bishops had come to Gale Snowfield!

However, he still held suspicions in his heart, "Lord Bishop, if I may be so bold, how can you be an Otherworld Lord?"

This was also his greatest doubt.

Although the young man in front of him was very strong, the characteristics of an Otherworld Lord on him were very obvious.

Upon hearing this, Cao Xing glanced at him and said in a disdainful tone, "So what if I am an Otherworld Lord?"

"Do you know that even our Seed of Light is an Otherworld Lord?"

Hearing this, Fizz was struck by lightning!

With a look of shock, he looked at Cao Xing wearing the mask.

He was not doubting Cao Xing's words.

Because before this, he had indeed accidentally heard a white-robed bishop mention once that the Seed of Light was an Otherworld Lord!

Moreover, he had overheard this unintentionally, and it was also a secret of the Church of Light.

Yet this Otherworld Lord before him—no, this red-robed bishop—actually knew about this matter.

This showed that he truly was a high-ranking member of the Church of Light!

The last trace of doubt in his heart was completely dispelled.

Fizz knelt respectfully on the ground and said in a resonant voice, "Greetings, Lord Bishop!"

Cao Xing smiled and then nodded, "Get up."

With an excited expression, Fizz climbed up from the ground.

Cao Xing said at this time, "Fizz, you must know that Otherworld Lords are a group of magical beings with some special powers."

"My identity was secretly arranged by the Seed of Light to infiltrate the interior of the Otherworld Lords. Remember, do not speak of this to anyone."

"The plan in Gale Snowfield has reached a critical moment. If you disrupt the plan of the Seed of Light, you know the consequences!"

Fizz immediately said in terror, "Lord Bishop, I understand."

Cao Xing nodded.

At this moment, the atmosphere grew somewhat silent.

Because neither side knew what to say next.

After pondering for a moment, Cao Xing asked calmly, "How is the progress on your side?"

With a look of confusion in his eyes, Fizz said, "Lord Bishop, do you mean the matter of developing more church members?"

"Or the matter of pulling my father, Baron August, into the church?"

Cao Xing's heart stirred, and then he said indifferently, "Of course it is both matters; both are very important to our Church of Light."

Fizz nodded with a flattering smile on his face.

"Lord Bishop, I am already doing the matter of developing more members. There are already multiple believers of our Church of Light within the baron's mansion."

"However, on the matter of pulling my father, Baron August, to join the church, I have encountered some trouble."

"Trouble?" Cao Xing asked doubtfully.

Fizz nodded, "I previously beat around the bush and mentioned the Church of Light to my father."

"But my father, that old stubborn mule, simply doesn't believe in the so-called salvation theory of the God of Light, and he almost arrested me to report me to the Ice Crystal Kingdom."

Hearing this, Cao Xing feigned a frown.

At this moment, Fizz suddenly changed the subject, "However, Lord Bishop, please rest assured."

"I know that given my father's stubborn temper, he definitely wouldn't agree."

"Therefore, two months ago I began formulating a plan to secretly develop the chef in the baron's mansion into a member of our Church of Light as well."

"And a month ago, I started poisoning his meals. After so many consecutive days, he has completely fallen ill and is bedridden."

"In a few more days, he probably won't make it at all."

"By then, once people are sent over from Eternal Frost Main City, I will be able to inherit my father's baron position!"

"And the influence of our Church of Light will also proceed unimpeded in Gale Snowfield!"

Hearing this, Cao Xing was inwardly startled.

Good grief!

For the Church of Light, he even poisoned his own baron father!

This truly is a great filial son.

But this also indirectly showed how terrifying the brainwashing of the Church of Light was.

Cao Xing nodded inwardly, "Good, I know."

"Fizz, you have done well."

"After this matter is done well, I will report to the Seed of Light, and by then you will receive a reward from the church."

Hearing this, a look of fanaticism instantly appeared in Fizz's eyes.

"Lord Bishop, Fizz is willing to sacrifice everything for the church!"

Next, the two of them had another conversation.

Through this Fizz's narration, Cao Xing roughly learned about the relationships among these members of the Church of Light.

Because the system of the Church of Light was relatively rigorous.

Coupled with the suppression by the Ice Crystal Kingdom.

To ensure they wouldn't be exposed, every covert black-robed priest would contact 2 to 10 church believers.

These members could only contact their own superiors.

Similarly, every black-robed priest also had a white-robed priest specifically designated to contact him.

This set of rules was aimed at the covert forces; those cultists in the camps naturally didn't need to follow so many rules.

Their channel for transmitting messages was through dedicated liaisons, reporting layer by layer.

Until it reached the ears of the Seed of Light.

And the white-robed priest responsible for Fizz Walker was Montra.

However, Montra had already been killed by Cao Xing.

Due to various changes, the Church of Light didn't have time to dispatch personnel to re-establish connections with these covert black-robed priests.

Or rather, a black-robed priest was merely dispensable to them.

Therefore, Fizz was currently in a state of having no one in charge of him.

Cao Xing's arrival gave him hope!

Hearing this, a different thought suddenly popped into Cao Xing's mind.

Perhaps he could use this layer of relationship to control this baron's son in his own hands?

He said with a faint smile, "Fizz, you are very good, and your ability is also quite outstanding."

"From now on, if you have any matters, you can report directly to me."

Hearing this, a look of ecstatic joy instantly appeared in Fizz's eyes!

He knew that the authority of a red-robed bishop was much greater than that of a white-robed priest!

Being able to hook up with such an important figure was something he had always dreamed of.

Looking at Fizz's gaze, Cao Xing pondered for a moment.

Then he said, "During this period, Priest Montra met with an accident, and although you lost your liaison,"

"the church has seen your contributions."

"So I have decided to reward your good performance."

After speaking, Cao Xing took out a [Human-Faced Tree Guard Elite Soul] from his backpack, and then handed it directly to Fizz.

"Lord Bishop, this is?"

Cao Xing said, "Something that can help you enhance your potential. Use it."

This kid Fizz was an important character.

If he could control him in his hands, it would be of great help to Cao Xing.

This wasn't strengthening the enemy, but rather for even greater gains later on!

Cao Xing naturally also knew this kid's vicious and ruthless personality.

Since childhood, he began scheming against and killing his own older brothers, and when he grew up, he schemed against his old baron father.

To climb to a higher place by any means necessary, he was a ruthless person.

However, precisely because of this personality of his, Cao Xing found an opportunity to make a move.

Didn't you want to possess even more powerful strength and influence?

I can give them to you!

However, in the end, all these things of yours will fall into my hands.

At this moment, Fizz tentatively took the soul.

Then, as if sensing something, he directly slapped the soul into his body.

After a moment,

amidst Fizz's shocked gaze, he felt his aura soar by a large margin instantly!

At this moment, a look of ecstatic joy appeared in Fizz's eyes!

"I've broken through! I've broken through!"

"God of Light above, I never expected that one day I too could possess elite potential!"

"Hahaha! Stinky old man, I said I am not trash, I am stronger than all my older brothers!"

Because of his aptitude, this fellow had been mocked endlessly.

Now, he had shaken off the restrictions of his aptitude and become an elite creature, and at this moment he was even more excited to the point of losing his mind!

[Due to your generous gift, Fizz Walker's favorability towards you has increased. Current favorability: Friendly]

…

Seeing the system prompt, a faint smile appeared at the corner of Cao Xing's mouth once again.

Because this showed that the fish had completely taken the bait!

At this moment, Fizz Walker knelt respectfully on the ground.

"Respected Lord Bishop, thank you for your bestowal. Your power is truly majestic."

Cao Xing laughed, "As long as you continue to work hard, I will continue to improve your aptitude later on."

"Let us together dedicate our faith to the God of Light!"

Fizz Walker said excitedly, "Dedicate our faith to the God of Light!"

Cao Xing straightened his expression and then said, "Besides this, you still need to act with caution."

"I have a cloak newly developed by the church here. It can be used to conceal the aura on your body."

"Remember to wear it when you move around normally."

After speaking, he took out a [Shadow Cloak] from his backpack.

Fizz Walker happily took it over once more.

After feeling the aura on it, Fizz said in pleasant surprise, "Many thanks, Lord Bishop!"

At this time, he had been completely infected.

Then, with a fanatical look on his entire person, he walked out of the tavern.

The two advanced all the way, and the Fizz Walker beside him was extremely excited, showing even greater respect to Cao Xing.

And when he arrived outside the territory, everyone present looked at the two of them with doubtful gazes.

Anyone with discerning eyes could tell just how respectful this unruly baron's son was to Cao Xing now.

Even the way he spoke and acted was cautious.

Under everyone's gaze, Fitz nimbly mounted his horse.

Then he respectfully said:

"Lord… Lord Cao Xing, sorry for the disturbance, I will come to visit you again next time if there's a chance."

Cao Xing smiled and nodded, saying, "My pleasure, my pleasure."

"Then I won't see you off."

"Alright, Lord Cao Xing."

After saying that, Fitz rode his warhorse, led the knighthood, and quickly left the territory of Cao Xing.

As for that group of knights, they turned their heads to look at Cao Xing with a look of doubt in their eyes.

When the knighthood completely disappeared.

The faces of Cao Xing's subjects all carried a look of amazement!

Subject Cao Yi walked over quickly and said in shock, "Lord, what did you do?"

"That is a baron's son after all; how could he be so polite to you?"

Including Da Zhuang and the others, as well as that group of Ascalon soldiers, all looked at him with astonished faces.

Cao Xing smiled and said, "Nothing, he was just conquered by my personal charm."

Hearing this, everyone was momentarily stunned.

Although Cao Xing's explanation was a bit far-fetched.

But as their lord, everyone knew that Cao Xing indeed possessed a personal charm that could convince people.

This was also one of the reasons why they respected Cao Xing so much.

Cao Xing continued, "Nobles are not that scary."

"Remember now, apart from my orders, none of you are allowed to kneel to anyone else, do you all understand?"

Hearing these words, all the staff and soldiers present instantly turned solemn.

Then, they said excitedly, "Understood, my Lord!"

…

…

At this moment.

Fitz and the baron's knighthood were wandering through the vast snowfield.

That group of knights asked with utter puzzlement on their faces, "Young master, why didn't we punish that Otherworld Lord for his impudence, and why didn't we collect their land tax?"

"Even if their strength is very strong, as long as we report this matter about the Otherworld Lord, the iron cavalry of the kingdom knighthood can easily flatten their territory!"

Fitz glanced at him and said, "Don't ask what you shouldn't ask."

The knight captain's tone instantly faltered.

Fitz pondered for a moment.

He thought that he would inherit the baron's position in the future.

And this knight captain would also be his right-hand man in the future, so he shouldn't make the relationship too rigid.

Therefore, he said, "Ariel, as mentioned before, these Otherworld Lords all possess some special abilities."

"If possible, coexisting peacefully is better. Plus, my father has been in poor health recently, so to spare his mood, it's best not to create extra trouble."

After Fitz finished speaking, a look of surprise instantly appeared in the eyes of the knight captain before him.

He could hardly imagine that these were words spoken by that mediocre and gloomy young master.

Moreover, Ariel could feel that ever since Fitz Walker came out from that Otherworld Lord, he seemed like a completely different person.

His entire aura had surged by a huge margin compared to before!

Fitz said solemnly, "Ariel, you are my father's most loyal knight."

"Perhaps in the past, you thought I was a good-for-nothing and mediocre trash who learned nothing, and if not for the identity of the baron's son, I would be nothing."

Ariel was just about to say he didn't think so, but was interrupted by Fitz.

"However, although I am mediocre in aptitude, I am the last man of the August family!"

"You also know my father's condition."

"If an accident really happens to him… then I will definitely defend his majesty to the death, and will never let the name of Baron August lose its prestige!"

"I swear on my life!"

At this moment, he pressed his fist against his chest, with a solemn look in his eyes.

And all the knights beside him were stunned in place.

Never having expected that this young master had actually prepared such a high level of awareness.

A trace of gratified and moved expression appeared in the eyes of knight captain Ariel.

"Young master… You have really grown up…"

There were hot tears in his eyes.

Then he also reached out and clenched his fist.

"Young master, I will definitely spare no effort to defend the glory of Baron August!"

"I swear on my life!"

Fitz nodded.

At this same time, an imperceptible smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

He knew that this red-robed bishop was his opportunity.

He Fitz must seize this opportunity!

…

…

"I swear on my life…"

At this moment, in Cao Xing's territory, he pressed the communication device on his ear and heard the voice of Fitz Walker.

An arc curved at the corner of his mouth.

In fact, on the Shadow Cloak he sent out, there was a [Small Communication Device] that he had secretly attached to it.

Cao Xing modified the communication settings on it, allowing only his side to eavesdrop unilaterally, while the other side could not communicate.

From the other side's perspective, this gadget was just an item that came with the cloak, completely unremarkable.

Therefore, he could use this to monitor the situation on Fitz Walker's side.

In this way, even if there were any unexpected situations, he could prepare in advance.

Having settled matters on Fitz Walker's side, Cao Xing gradually breathed a sigh of relief.

Then he began to consider matters regarding the Church of Light in his heart.

Obviously, the power of this church had infiltrated many forces.

Including nobles, armies, and even those civilians.

The list of black-robed priests in his hand was also only a part of it.

Now, he had a series of masks such as black-robed priests, white-robed high priests, and red-robed bishops in his hands.

At the same time, he also mastered a lot of intelligence about the Church of Light.

If used well, this would be his opportunity.

Not to mention anything else, just eliminating these white-robed high priests and red-robed bishops could contribute a large number of boss-grade souls and commander-grade souls to him.

Of course, this was also very dangerous, like dancing on a tightrope; if exposed even slightly, it would definitely invite the revenge of the Church of Light!

However, even if he didn't do this, with his development speed, he would definitely be targeted by this faction later on.

After all, the Seed of Light is a Survivor, and will notice Cao Xing's existence later.

But now, because of his act of playing the red-robed bishop, it actually bought him a lot of time.

And the most crucial thing was that he had taken this baron's son under his control.

Relying on this relationship, the possibilities for Cao Xing's operations would be huge.

As long as he turned him into his puppet, he would basically possess the power of a baron.

In this territory, whatever Cao Xing did would be very convenient.

In the future, he might even be able to take the opportunity to infiltrate the interior of the Church of Light!

As for the risk of exposure?

He naturally had considered this point as well.

However, as mentioned before, his development speed was very fast.

According to this trend, it wouldn't be long before he would ignore the threat of the Church of Light.

Cao Xing happily said, "Currently, the problem on the aborigines' side has been resolved, and taking this opportunity, I also subdued a baron's son."

"Next, I need to handle the things in my own hands."

"Currently, Assam's knight trial quest is just short of the last link; I only need to help four more people who genuinely need help to obtain that complete lady of the lake sword."

"And through the previous quests, it is known that this [Trial of Generosity] can be completed on those aborigines."

"It seems I need to take a stroll in the nearby villages and see if anyone needs my help!"

After all, for Cao Xing, nothing compared to a complete legendary weapon!

He was just about to set off.

And right at this moment, a 'buzzing' current sound came from Cao Xing's ear.

A moment later, a middle-aged man's voice sounded.

"Lord, I am Yaskin."

Hearing the voice transmission, Cao Xing said, "Yaskin, how is the situation on your side?"

Previously, he had sent this soldier captain out to purchase population, cattle, and sheep.

Now almost two days had passed.

Yaskin said, "Lord, the current situation is okay. I ran to two villages and through contact with those village chiefs, I have already purchased a dozen villagers."

"Currently we are in Anuo River Village, which is a large village."

"However, as soon as we arrived at this village, we heard a piece of news that I think the Lord should be interested in."

Hearing this, Cao Xing asked doubtfully, "Oh? What news? Let's hear it."

Yaskin replied, "A mysterious figure is holding a fishing competition here."

"It is said that the reward for first place is 125 goblin peons or a reward of 500,000 crowns!"

"The second place also has a reward of 300,000 crowns!"

Hearing this, Cao Xing's eyes instantly lit up.

Fishing competition?

The prize is over a hundred goblin peons?

Good fellow, Cao Xing was just worrying about not having enough staff right now!

As a race living underground and in caves, mining was the goblin's strong suit.

And goblin peons were a type of unit in the goblin race dedicated to transporting ores, working without complaint.

For Cao Xing, this was simply earth-shattering good news!

"Haha, right as I still have plenty of bait in my hand, plus a Mad King Fishing Rod, I must win the championship of this fishing competition!"

Cao Xing happily said, "Well done, Yaskin, I'll lead people to rush over to Anuo River Village to take a look in a moment."

Yaskin also replied, "Alright Lord, the fishing competition seems to start in the afternoon, you might need to come over a bit faster."

"Alright, I know."

Cao Xing hung up the communication.

Then he quickly glanced at the map.

Finding that [Anuo River Village] was not far from his territory, roughly a little over a hundred kilometers.

Under the condition of a 100% increase in movement speed, they only needed an hour to arrive.

At this time, Cao Xing suddenly remembered something.

He took out a dirty doll from his backpack.

This gadget was what he found in the Witch's Castle, called [Girl's Doll].

And the item prompt said that he could go to [Anuo River Village] to search for clues.

"Good grief, isn't this a coincidence?"

"I can go to Anuo River Village to see if anyone needs my help to complete the Trial of Generosity quest."

"Then go look for clues and take care of this girl's doll along the way."

"And then conveniently participate in the fishing competition and take home the championship prize."

"Three birds with one stone, haha!"