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In contrast, Arthur pondered for a moment before suddenly realizing Merlin's unspoken meaning:
"So, you're planning to use Gawain's 'Blessing of the Sun' to seal the Shadow Church's altar in some way, through the Holy Church, right?"
"um, yes."
Merlin nodded to Arthur, then added more details he hadn't mentioned:
"Currently, this knight has not developed less than one percent of the Lv.4 'Blessing of the Sun'."
In addition, his own knight level was too low, only at the early stage of the Black Iron rank, so the only option was to use sealing.
"If this knight's level of cultivation and the development of his blessings were any higher, he wouldn't just be sealing the altar, he would be destroying it directly."
When Gao Wen heard the word "sabotage," the humiliating image of the Qingfeng villagers kneeling and begging him to leave flashed through his mind again. He murmured to himself, heartbroken:
"Sealing it is enough; I don't want to destroy anything anymore."
Merlin looked at Arthur with some confusion upon seeing Gawain's appearance.
He was clearly puzzled as to what had happened to Gawain in Qingfeng Village.
Arthur didn't say much, but simply raised his hand, signaling Merlin to continue.
So Merlin suppressed his curiosity and looked at Gawain again:
"However, if you want to seal the altar of the Church of Shadows, having 'The Grace of the Sun' alone is not enough."
Because the altars of the Church of Shadows are something extraordinary.
In the world of alchemists, there is an ironclad rule.
Extraordinary things can only be handled by extraordinary things.
This was the first time Arthur had heard of this ironclad rule, and he couldn't help but look puzzled:
"Hmm? Is it possible that the extraordinary methods of knights and mages alone are insufficient to destroy the altar of extraordinary things?"
"Hahaha! Of course, my lord."
In some cases, the extraordinary methods of extraordinary professions are more convenient and efficient than using extraordinary things to solve problems.
However, doing so carries significant risks and could potentially lead to an uncontrollable event known as a "singularity."
Merlin abruptly changed the subject, his previously languid gaze sharpening:
"Because, in the eyes of us alchemists, compared to the inherent energy structure within extraordinary things, the extraordinary powers of other extraordinary professions are actually unstable and disordered."
A "singularity" refers to an uncontrollable and dangerous event that occurs when the disorder of supernatural powers collides with the order of extraordinary things.
Throughout history, alchemists have emphasized the importance of avoiding the misuse of extraordinary things to prevent the occurrence of "singularities" when teaching their successors.
Because we have witnessed far too much devastation caused by "singularities."
After Merlin finished speaking, he lowered his eyes, as if he were recalling some unpleasant memories.
He looked at Arthur and Gawain.
Merlin's words deepened their understanding of the extraordinary profession of alchemist.
Subsequently.
Arthur returned to the previous topic:
"So, Mr. Merlin, after the altar well of the Church of Shadows is repaired, what extraordinary thing do you intend to use to seal it?"
His question pulled Merlin back to the present moment from his heavy thoughts.
But Merlin didn't rush to answer. Instead, he turned around, raised his remaining free hand, and placed it on the stone wall in front of him.
next moment.
Arthur and Gawain felt a strong surge of magical energy emanating from Merlin's hand and then flowing into the stone wall in front of them.
Immediately, mysterious deep blue runes appeared on the ancient stone wall.
Upon closer inspection, Arthur discovered that these runes were not individual characters, but rather resembled a series of interconnected curved circuits.
The instant the deep blue rune circuit appeared, Merlin reached out to the stone wall.
Next, a magical scene happened.
Merlin's hand disappeared into the stone wall, as if the stone wall were a mirage, existing only in everyone's sight.
Having done so, Merlin turned back to look at Arthur and Gawain behind him:
"Come in. Behind this stone wall lies the core area of my Stone Gate Treasure Vault. I don't usually take guests in."
"Then we would rather obey orders than be respectful."
After passing through the ancient stone walls that resembled a mirage, Arthur and Gawain arrived in a new world.
They are now inside what appears to be a naturally formed cave.
Beneath their feet was an uneven surface, with several trickles of water flowing through the cracks in the rocks.
Sunlight streamed through the cracks in the cave ceiling, casting dappled patterns on the ground, creating an interplay of light and shadow.
The gentle sounds of dripping water and flowing streams occasionally drifted by, further enhancing the tranquility and mystery of the entire cave.
After entering the cave.
Arthur and Gawain's gazes quickly turned to the center of the cave.
There—there are two swords, quite uniquely shaped, stuck in the stones.
Arthur had studied the orthodox swordsmanship of the kingdom, and based on the shapes of the two swords, he identified one as a decorative sword and the other as a weapon.
Look at the decorative sword among them.
The sword has a long, slender blade and a thin edge. Its overall color scheme is understated silver-gray, and a deep blue gemstone is inlaid on the hilt.
Then look at the other armed sword.
The sword is relatively short with a thick blade. The overall design is a striking gold and white color scheme. Instead of gemstones, the hilt is engraved with a rune that resembles the sun.
Upon seeing the two swords with their distinct shapes, Gawain's gaze involuntarily shifted to the armed sword among them.
At that moment, a strong desire inexplicably welled up within him—the desire to draw his sword.
Driven by this desire, he unconsciously walked up to the armed sword, just one step away from drawing it.
But Gao Wen's rationality returned in time, and he did not take that final step forward.
Looking at the gold and white armored sword so close to him, Gao Wen was momentarily incredulous at the situation.
He belatedly took two steps back, feeling his thoughts in disarray.
"What happened just now?"
Merlin spoke up at the opportune moment, answering his question:
"My lord knight, it was your Lv.4 'Blessing of the Sun' that resonated with this counterfeit holy sword, driving you to the urge to draw it just now."
"A counterfeit Holy Sword?"
Arthur caught a key word in Merlin's words and immediately put on a serious expression.
In his understanding of knight equipment, a weapon that can be called a "holy sword" is an epic and legendary weapon that surpasses meteorite level and is of the highest standard.
As its name suggests.
The birth and emergence of every holy sword is accompanied by an epic and legend that cannot be erased by the long river of history and is worthy of being sung by the world.
But Merlin was referring to a counterfeit Holy Sword.
So Arthur couldn't help but ask curiously:
"So, which epic or legendary weapon is this fake holy sword replica copying?"
"The legendary weapon of the Holy Church, the Sword of the Sun King, also known as the Sword of Victory of the Wheel."
Chapter 46 The Second Transaction, The Counterfeit Holy Sword (Part 2)
"The Sword of the Sun King?"
Upon hearing this name, Gao Wen's suppressed urge to draw his sword surged once more.
He unconsciously raised one hand and reached for the gold-white armored sword that was so close to him.
As Gawain drew closer to the fake holy sword known as the "Sword of the Sun King," its blade began to tremble and hum.
As Merlin had previously stated, Gawain's Lv.4 "Blessing of the Sun" resonated with this counterfeit holy sword.
The impact of resonance is mutual.
When Gawain was only a fist's distance from the fake holy sword, Merlin intervened and stopped him.
He raised his staff, pointed it at Gawain, and muttered an obscure incantation.
next moment.
A golden chain emerged from Merlin's staff and flew swiftly toward Gawain's outstretched hand toward the counterfeit holy sword.
finally.
Golden chains wrapped around his hands, freezing him in mid-air.
Merlin's outstretched golden chain also seemed unusual.
The moment the sword wrapped around Gawain's hand, the resonance between Gawain and the fake holy sword miraculously disappeared.
Gao Wen's surging desire to draw his sword began to recede like the tide.
The fake holy sword stuck in the stone no longer trembled or buzzed.
After everything returned to calm, Merlin walked toward Gawain:
"The genuine Holy Sword, 'Sword of the Sun King,' is a legendary weapon belonging to the Holy Church."
In the holy war waged by the Holy Church against other churches, the true version of this holy sword truly deserves its other name, "Sword of Victory in the Wheel of Fortune".
It helped the Holy Church turn the tide of battle many times and win key battles.
It can be said that the Holy Church's past power was inextricably linked to this legendary weapon.
At this moment, Arthur also walked to the stone where the two swords were stuck.
After hearing this history of the holy sword, he looked thoughtfully at the other sword stuck in the stone and asked Merlin:
"What about the other decorative sword? Is it also a fake of some holy sword?"
"It's not a fake, it's genuine."
Merlin made a startling statement.
Upon hearing this, Arthur and Gawain almost simultaneously shifted their gaze to another decorative sword, equally striking in design, embedded in the stone.
For every knight, weapons hold immense significance.
Possessing powerful weapons is a symbol of a knight's identity and status.
Therefore, after embarking on the path of chivalry, no knight would not fantasize about possessing an invincible holy sword.
Even if one were to witness the true form of the Holy Sword in one's lifetime, it would be an immense honor.
Therefore, when Arthur and Gawain looked at the other sword after hearing Merlin's words, they couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement.
Meanwhile, Merlin, seeing the burning gazes Arthur and Gawain cast toward the other sword, revealed a sly smile of triumph.
Suddenly, he spoke again, adding details he had deliberately omitted:
"However, it is not the original Holy Sword; it is the original alchemical masterpiece that I am proud of."
Upon hearing Merlin's additional information, Arthur and Gawain felt as if they had been doused with cold water, instantly losing all interest.
So the two of them cast disdainful glances at Merlin, who had spoiled their fun.
"Haha! Just kidding, please forgive me, both of you."
Merlin was very pleased with the changes in Arthur and Gawain's expressions after he amused them, and burst into laughter.
After this lighthearted interlude that eased the tension...
Merlin resumed his serious demeanor and looked at Gawain again:
"My lord knight, I wish to make a deal with you concerning the sealing of the Shadow Church's altar. Would you be willing to hear it?"