Bai Pu wasnât entirely concerned about Dongbo Chengâs safety.
Dongbo Cheng was indeed his friend, but he wasnât a child; rather, he was a top-tier strong figure in the Spirit Realm.
After entering the Advanced Area of Heart Demon: Black Heaven Descent, Dongbo Cheng, as the World Protagonist, would definitely gain in strength with the effectiveness of the World Waymark, likely surpassing Bai Pu as an Advanced Lord.
With his astonishing swordsmanship talent, the chances of any mishap were minimal.
The reason Bai Pu instructed Illusion to report was because when the Dongbo Clanâs exploration team clashed with the Underworldâs demon forces, Bai Pu would have the opportunity to participate and gain substantial benefits, perhaps even uncover secrets related to Heart Demon: Black Heaven Descent.
After Illusionâs report ended, Qin proceeded to speak:
"Master, after leaving the Flesh and Blood Plague World, Iâve begun to traverse various realms on your behalf. My first stop is called âCelestial Hero Worldâ, officially Celestial Hero: Jingkang Incident. Itâs a Source Plane with an Ancient Huaxia style. Do you know anything about the world background?"
Bai Pu laughed, "You, a Northern Europe Empress Dowager, were matched with China during the Northern Song period... Hmm, judging from the name, this should be the early 12th century, when the Jurchen established the Jin Kingdom in the north, attacked the Song Dynasty capital Bianjing, and abducted two emperors, Emperor Huizong and Emperor Qinzhong."
"Why two emperors?" Qin asked in confusion.
"Emperor Huizong Zhao Ji was a very foolish monarch. When the Jin soldiers reached the doorstep, the old man quickly abdicated in favor of his son Zhao Huan, who is Emperor Qinzhong."
Qin realized, "The âEmpress Ningfuâ Zhao Chuanzhu whom I saved is Emperor Qinzhongâs sister, so she should be Emperor Huizongâs daughter. No wonder the Imperial Dragon Guard called her a princess."
"Did you choose the Northern Song... Hmm, Han People camp?"
Bai Pu nodded slightly, "You chose wisely. Although the Northern Song Dynasty is quite incompetent, the world is named âCelestial Heroâ, suggesting it focuses on Jianghu. The overall strength of Central Plains Martial Arts should be higher than that of Jin Kingdomâs barbarian countries, and there are many hidden experts."
Qin chuckled, "I also acted on impulse. After all, those Jin soldiers targeted me... Later, I thought that one way for the master to gain Legendary Points is to significantly change the worldâs fate, so saving the doomed Song Dynasty should count, right? My choice was rather clever."
Bai Pu squinted and said, "No, the Song Dynasty didnât completely perish. A royal family member escaped south of the Yangtze River and established the Southern Song... That person is Emperor Gaozong Zhao Gou. To significantly change the worldâs fate, perhaps we might have to deal with this future Emperor Gaozong."
"Huh? But I heard from the natives that all royal members, male or female, were taken. Only a little prince named âZhao Siâ is hidden deep in the palace, not yet discovered by the Jin soldiers," Qin said.
"How old is this Zhao Si?"
"Supposed to be eight or nine years old."
"Rescue him." Bai Pu squinted his eyes and decisively said, "Qin, you and the princess and guard should settle down for now. Gather some noble families still loyal to the court! Prepare to summon me across realms at any time."
"Okay!"
This was actually Qinâs plan too.
But Qin, a Blood Demon Master, lacked confidence in rescuing people from a palace controlled by Jin soldiers.
With Bai Pu, the violent Tank, leading the way, there was nothing to worry about. Bai Puâs past deed of single-handedly destroying a nation in the Flesh and Blood Plague World had already been written into Sweden Empireâs elementary school textbooks.
The only difficulty is that summoning the Source Lordâs Descent across realms requires valuable Spiritual Items as "offerings", and the offeringâs value determines how long Bai Pu can stay!
Bai Pu has suggested a method. Although the Song Dynasty faces external threats and nears its collapse, there are still a group of civil officials and military generals loyal to the court. Qin now needs to rally this force under the princessâs banner.
With the help of these natives, cross-realm summoning Bai Pu wonât be difficult.
After Qinâs introduction was complete, Bai Pu turned his gaze to Bonnie.
"Bonnie, why have you been silent?"
Bonnie looked up, feeling perplexed.
Qin laughed, "I can tell Bonnie has deep concerns. Perhaps sheâs in some trouble in the Original Sin World. Why doesnât she share it with the master?"
Bonnie sighed, "I didnât mention it because I felt saying it wouldnât be useful..."
"Thatâs where youâre wrong. Are you doubting the masterâs strength, or is the trouble youâre facing uncomfortable to mention, so you think even if the master knew, he wouldnât help?" Qinâs voice remained gentle yet gradually became sharper.
Bai Pu thought Qin would be suitable as a "Law Enforcement Elder" of a gang or the "Dean of Student Affairs" at Garrison Academy, with her self-awareness and imposing presence.
Bonnie shook her head, bracing herself to say, "The Original Sin World Iâm in is different from the Mid-level Spirit Realm you ventured into! In the Mid-level Spirit Realm, the master is invincible, but in the Original Sin World, which is an Advanced Spirit Realm, his strength might be comparable to the Bishop of Thorn Church, unable to resolve crises!"
Qin fell silent and looked at Bai Pu.
Qinâs estimation of Bai Puâs strength remained from their last meeting.
Bai Puâs strength was equivalent to Advanced Enhanced Warriors. In the Advanced Spirit Realm, there were natives stronger than Bai Pu.
This time, Bai Pu completed the trial in the Professional Plane, logically should have progressed, but it doesnât equate to the Second Transformation, so the strength might not have significant leaps...
Although Qin wanted to maintain Bai Puâs prestige, she wouldnât put him on the spot and diplomatically persuaded, "No matter what, the masterâs wisdom is top-notch, capable of providing guidance... You should still speak honestly."
"The Thorn Church sent two Advanced Lords to eradicate us... Father and Lord Boras are in disagreement, and the newly appointed leader, Lord Nur, seems to have different thoughts! Our church is facing destruction!"
Bonnie spoke softly, "In such circumstances, does wisdom... still have use?"
"It sounds like a hopeless situation. Can I know the reason?" Bai Pu asked.
Bonnie, despite doubting Bai Puâs strength, adhered to the masterâs command. She immediately shared the details softly.
After Bai Pu and his team escaped with the Holy Artifact, the Gilder was severely punished by Our Lady of Thorns as a war criminal.
Our Lady of Thorns transformed the Gilder into a war machine!
This clearly showed how furious the Thorn Church was about the failure of the Holy Artifact battle.
The Thorn Church was also discussing follow-up remedial measures.
Bai Pu and others had fled far away, nowhere to be found.
But one who "stole" the Holy Artifact was indeed an Original Sin World native.
He was the second person Bai Pu saw take the Holy Artifact on the Holy Artifact Platform â "Redeemer" Nur!