"Unlike other settlements, rebellion and riots have almost become the norm. Every few years, there's a big wave, but the suppression gets bloodier and harsher year after year."

"It seems that what Lord Bishop insists on ultimately cannot resist the trend of the times."

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng roughly understood the power struggles behind Oasis and couldn't help but feel a bit of regret for the future fate of Oasis.

No wonder Father Su An showed deep sorrow.

After all, everything he was familiar with, the church schools he established, and the ideals of educating future generations would eventually vanish once Holy City takes over.

And the stable situation currently maintained in Oasis Town would revert to the era of slavery, with everyone becoming subjects of the church, giving up everything to support the bishop and other church cultivators.

After pondering for a moment, Lin Feng asked:

"Which faction does Lord Bishop belong to within the church? Primordial Sect or Secular Faction, or some more radical ones?"

This question was actually quite sensitive, but Lin Feng didn't understand the intricacies. Father Su An put away the bitter smile on his face, his expression became extremely solemn, and he said earnestly:

"This is an old story, especially after the bishop's defeat years ago, the so-called Primordial Sect, the Holy City affiliated with Oasis Avenue, is rarely mentioned."

"I don't know what Li Mingquan talked to you about, but this might be a pit he bought for you."

"Remember, Lin Feng, such words can only be spoken privately in remote places like Oasis Town. Once you go to Holy City, do not mention this matter, especially in front of church cultivators."

"Now that the Master of the Holy Spring has been asleep for thousands of years, everyone follows the Saint and practices the teachings, developing followers."

"The Undying Saint is the spokesman for the Master of the Holy Spring."

"His words are the divine will of the Master of the Holy Spring, and the Holy Scripture he issued is the current doctrine."

"Apart from this, do not discuss anything else, especially as an outsider like you, not a member of the church, you cannot presumptuously comment."

"Otherwise, if someone with ill-intent hears, it will cause great trouble, even lead to being wanted by the Holy Spring Sect, becoming a wanderer."

Lin Feng frowned and nodded seriously:

"Understood, what Lord Bishop adheres to has already declined, and if one wants to survive and gain a foothold in Holy City, they can only first hide their true thoughts."

This is an internal struggle within the church. Frankly speaking, Lin Feng doesn't have much feeling about it since it doesn't involve his interests. If joining the current ruling Secular Faction can bring him numerous benefits,

then Lin Feng would also pledge loyalty without hesitation.

In this world, if you have milk, you are mother.

Before fully growing, when one needs to, one must bow their head.

Until later, if one wishes to implement their own philosophy and establish their own reign, wait until there's enough strength.

For instance, the leader of the Salvation Army, Bai Ye.

Or like the Father Su An in front.

Through this conversation, Lin Feng had roughly speculated on the Oasis Church, or rather Lord Bishop and Father Su An's strategy in response to this rebellion crisis.

That is to arrange for the promising Father Su An to offer Oasis Town to Holy City in exchange for his promotion in the diocese.

Thinking of this, Lin Feng nodded and then said:

"So you plan to go to Holy City to develop and need to entrust Su Yueyue to me?"

Initially, Father Su An requested to be transferred to the poor and remote Oasis Town, far from Holy City, to avoid Su Yueyue's special situation being discovered.

Only in a harsh land could he not be discovered by Holy City, and carry out the rescue mission for Su Yueyue.

In fact, from this point of view, Father Su An is by no means someone who resorts to any means for personal gain. His establishment of Holy Spring Village and the provision of free church schools in Oasis Town also prove this.

Father Su An nodded:

"That's right, and Lord Bishop's intentions are for me to return to Holy City and then run for the position of bishop of Oasis Town."

"As long as I can advance to Level 29 within ten years, and receive the support of top officials in Holy City and resources to develop Oasis Town into a large force, I can smoothly take office."

"The position is just like when Lord Bishop came back then, a thankless task. Only some rookies compete for it; true insiders disdain wasting time here."

"Plus, I have a great chance of regaining control over Oasis Town with my contribution this time."

It was not until now that Father Su An mentioned the true purpose of this meeting:

"So, the things I promised you before, the commitments made by the church, will all be fulfilled."

"Even at that time, Oasis Town will have a place for you, and the industry you establish can share some profit."

"All that's required are two small conditions."

Lin Feng raised an eyebrow, looking at the man before him:

"Is it not to ask me to directly help the church resolve Li Family and the other two villages?"

"But most of my strength comes from destructive power, not auxiliary superpower. If I were to kill rebels on Oasis, the Oasis Battleship might first be destroyed by me."

"And if we act against the Three Major Villages, the rebels on Oasis would not remain idle and might fight to the death."

"Given the current situation, I can only have a deterrent effect unless you could shift the battle to the Wilderness; then, not just Patriarch Li, I have the ability to severely damage all rebellious Tier Two Evolvers!"

Upon hearing Lin Feng's confident response, Father Su An first smiled feelingly, then shook his head:

"You don't need to act directly, but rather serve as an intermediary to mediate, change the form of the battle, not let fights erupt directly on the Oasis Battleship."

"Instead, lower the intensity by deciding the ownership of the Oasis Battleship through a contest build like martial arts competition."

"With that, Lord Bishop plans to give you the warship key for the command control room; it's the crucial key to restart the Oasis advance. Only by possessing it can the battleship be driven on Boating on Land after Holy Spring Day's rest..."

Upon hearing Su An's plan, Lin Feng's eyes narrowed:

"The number of church's Tier Two Evolvers is clearly lower than Li Family and other rebels. Clearly, a melee would be more advantageous; how could they possibly agree to a one-on-one duel with you."

"And further, your Desert Wolf Source Material modification plan, Li Family and others are also aware of, making it even less likely to agree."

Father Su An nodded, staring at Lin Feng:

"That's why we need you, your pressure, to force Li Family to agree to a contest build martial arts competition, letting them put forth their strongest fighter to fairly and justly challenge the church."

"Whoever wins, you give them the battleship's key."

"At that time, you will stay at the battleship, and whoever dares to break the rules, you will directly destroy the battleship."

"Anyway, you are the one who needs the battleship the least, and giving the key to you, having you serve as the middle arbitrator, Li Family and others will welcome it with open arms."

Lin Feng slightly frowned, still with doubts:

"What if Li Family stubbornly refuses?"

Father Su An smiled and explained:

"They will agree because other Tier Two Evolvers were just coerced into joining the rebellion. They don't actually want to sacrifice themselves for Li Family's personal desires."

"Now there is a more moderate solution that doesn't jeopardize their industries and interests; besides Li Family, other leaders will welcome it with open arms."

"Also, even if Li Family loses in the end, they won't be directly wiped out; at most, they pay a hefty fine."

"It won't escalate to a point of no return."

"Moreover, keeping the Oasis Battleship intact benefits both sides greatly without worrying about the battleship being destroyed and swallowed by the Scorching Sun Forbidden Area."

Regarding Su An's precise analysis, Lin Feng agreed with a nod.

Even if Li Family has one hundred reluctance, they can't resist other partners' acknowledgment.

Especially when there's an easier path. Unless Li Family wants to rely on only two Tier Two Evolvers to fight all of Oasis Town.

Lord Bishop's indeed a shrewd old man, living for hundreds of years; with mere tricks, he resolves the deadlock ahead.

Simultaneously, paving his own future path.

Thus, Lin Feng promised without hesitation:

"Alright, I promise to take care of Su Yueyue as well as support the church, let Li Family accept the contest build martial arts competition method, reducing the intensity of conflicts in Oasis Town."

Witnessing Lin Feng's genuine and serious demeanor, Father Su An took a deep breath, feeling gratified for his lengthy explanation of pros and cons, persuasive emotionally and rationally.

Now the general situation is set, with only some minor tasks remaining.

Father Su An then spoke:

"I'll count on you regarding Su Yueyue. After things are settled, I'll use Holy Spring Water to baptize her once and explain key points. When I become the bishop in Oasis, I'll take her back."

Lin Feng nodded, then recalled a matter:

"Concerning this so-called Oasis Key..."

"Isn't it the round golden Teaching Emblem in Lord Bishop's hand during Holy Spring Day?"

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