Li Xin did not think Simmons was timid; rather, his character was more mature and stable.

"Many Secret Castle members are participating this time, along with major secret organizations, the Church included, with the supervision of the fair King Ola. Brother Li, if you wish to advance further, this is also an opportunity. A powerful Divine Relic can certainly bring incredible upper limits, but the conditions and honor required for ascension are extremely stringent," Simmons said.

For a presence like Li Xin, he would surely acquire an extremely powerful Divine Relic, but no matter the talent, perhaps the Divine Relic is only the beginning. Without suitable opportunities and strong support, a powerful Divine Relic can sometimes become a shackle, turning into a transitional container in disguise.

From the knowledge obtained at the Round Table Conference, his dice are absolutely extraordinary, this is beyond doubt. The required power is undoubtedly substantial, and this battle of honor might be a "possibility," though there are still some things he's not quite sure about.

A few days ago, he would have agreed outright, but having just returned to the Night Patrol, he needed to report to President Ma Zhe. As long as the other party does not oppose, he wants to give it a try, and also have the opportunity to encounter more forms of power in a safe environment.

"Brother Li, I am very sincere, whatever conditions you have, feel free to state them. I know my abilities are limited, but I will do my utmost to accomplish what I can," Simmons said earnestly. He had thought it through, even if taking Li Xin to the Holy Land would change causality, he wouldn't care. Life always calls for a gamble. If one fears everything and seeks absolute assurance, how could one talk about reviving the George Family?

Li Xin considered it, "Come back at this time tomorrow, I need to clear some things up first."

Simmons was greatly relieved, seeing that Li Xin did not directly refuse. As for what Li Xin needed to figure out, he didn't even want to ask. Surely, it wasn't a field he could touch.

"Alright, Brother Li, I'll come again tomorrow," Simmons said, pausing suddenly as he left, "Ahem, Brother Li, it's like this, I know you might not care much, but the Wood of Life is very precious to us in Hedan, leaving it lying around might cause unnecessary trouble."

"What Wood of Life?" Li Xin was stunned for a moment.

"It's the little harp in your room, I saw it by accident last time. Such a priceless treasure should indeed be placed carefully. Of course, I also know someone like Brother Li might not care much about worldly possessions," Simmons said. If it were other treasures, he would let it be, but that was a complete Wood of Life, sacred to each Moncalleta person.

"Oh, I understand," Li Xin said calmly.

Simmons restrained his inner sigh. People are different, alas.

After Simmons left, Li Xin quickly returned to his room, hurriedly took out the delicate wooden harp from the box under his bed, and finally breathed a sigh of relief. If he lost it, wouldn't he be furious?

Wood of Life?

Of course, Li Xin could feel the extraordinary nature of this wood. After all, it was a gift from Miss Aries. He simply thought it wasn't worth as much as gold, sharing the same sentiment, but he underestimated the generosity of Miss Aries. He gave true bamboo, while Miss Aries gave precious wood.

He must find a chance to inquire about its value. Somehow, Li Xin felt a sense of fulfillment inside, more reassuring than any hidden power. Indeed, traveling requires having many friends as the main strategy.

After having lunch under Dragon Mother's enthusiastic hosting, Li Xin called for a convertible carriage to head towards the Hex Bird News Fifth Branch. With an ID, no one stopped him. The news agency was bustling every day. Hex Bird Report is a daily, with weeklies and special issues, and a large lineup. In the morning, in slightly busy places, they called out to sell the bird report, and various corner stores also sold it. The Hex Bird Report has become a part of everyday life. Compared to books, the bird report is more down-to-earth and convenient.

Humans cannot resist the allure of timeliness.

When Li Xin arrived at the president's office, he was stopped by an editor at the door.

"Reporter Li Xin, don't rush, wait a moment; Secretary Christie is reporting on work," said the editor in his thirties with a smile, "My name is Wusu, also a Li Long person, I used to be a reporter, now turned editor."

"Thank you, Brother Wusu, I'll wait here then," Li Xin smiled, knowing the other party meant well. If he recklessly barged in and saw something he shouldn't, it would be trouble.

Wusu also smiled. These young people coming from Li Long are surely connections of the president, so he made a special effort to build a friendly relationship. Unexpectedly, the other party was also clever, making it easy to get along, "We're townsmen, no need for formalities. Here, to find the president, you must first speak with Secretary Christie. If she is not there, you'll have to wait, no rushing in, that's the rule."

The editors were also busy, Wusu didn't chat idly, and started to work on reviewing manuscripts. Aside from the bird report journalists, there were a large number of submissions, containing all kinds of things.

Li Xin watched quietly as the editors vented their frustration. Hex Bird Report remained relatively rigorous overall, mainly on journalist-reported events, special incident submissions, and analysis articles. This was similar to Li Long's bird report, although evidently, its entertaining and commercial aspects had not been fully explored yet.

After a long while, Christie came out from the president's office, her blouse button missing, a blush at the base of her neck, and her skirt slightly wrinkled. The skirt was far too white.

Seeing Li Xin, Christie showed no embarrassment, instead, she offered a flirtatious wink, "The president is inside, wait a few minutes before entering. My work report just took a while; keep yours concise, don't ramble."

"All right, Miss Christie," Li Xin said, "Ahem, ah, your shirt is not buttoned at the back."

"Does it look good?" Christie chuckled coquettishly, "I did it on purpose."

With that, she swayed away, apparently in a good mood today.

Li Xin waited a moment before knocking on the door.

"Come in." Ma Zhe's steady voice came from inside. Upon seeing Li Xin, "Do you have material so soon?"

No wonder President Ma's hair was thinning, with such daily toil.

"President, I haven't found any valuable news yet, but there's an opportunity I can't decide on my own," Li Xin explained Simmons' request and briefly mentioned his meeting with Simmons at the Celestial Capital Canon Law School. A few days ago, they ran into each other again at the Li Long Inn, and now he's invited to join the Saint Grace Canon Law School. He doesn't know if this conflicts with the Night Patrol's rules.

Ma Zhe yawned, fighting to stay awake, "This is good news, no conflict, it aligns with Night Patrol's work. Find a way to enter the Saint Grace Canon Law School and further understand their true situation and level. This is insider intel needed, very good, you've officially completed the test, keep an eye on Simmons. The George Family, although somewhat declining, is still a Count's family, well done, no wonder Luo Jin values you."

"Yes, President!"

Seeing Ma Zhe's lethargy, Li Xin did not want to disturb him further. After Li Xin left, Ma Zhe got up and hung a 'No Entry' sign on the door. Next to the office was a small compartment equipped with all essential living facilities. Ma Zhe lay down on the bed and quickly fell asleep. As president of such a large agency, he was busy handling many affairs, too exhausting.

Meanwhile, Christie was busy with the various tasks delegated by the president. Miscellaneous matters all converged on her, only particularly important issues needed the president's direct decision, given that handling trivial matters himself would make one wonder why such a capable secretary was needed.

Li Xin left the Hex Bird News Fifth Branch, with no extensive interpretation of Ma Zhe's situation. Someone of Luo Jin's nature was indeed rare wherever they were. He had no Messianic complex; if things followed rules, Kathy wouldn't be troubled. Ma Zhe not interfering was certainly the best.

Getting closer to Simmons, he could undoubtedly acquire more hidden knowledge, with comparatively less risk than that posed by the Church. Last mentioned was the Holy Land, and he hadn't denied it, indicating a high probability Simmons could take him into the Holy Land. A good piece of news.

The Four Nation Competition last time yielded no effect; evidently, it lacked the glory power of the Knightly Path. This time, a battle of honor possesses such a long history, it might be Moncalleta's method of accumulating honor. Given Moncalleta's piety and scale, the ultimate winner of this battle is sure to gain extraordinary power, probably also a way to cultivate top-notch experts.

Involving the family's, Canon Law School's honor and status, and personal enhancement opportunities, indeed, holds ample attraction.

Regardless of obtaining or not, even just observing the entire process of force generation to acquisition would be valuable experience. In the last Four Nation Competition, he felt immense human intention. And that scale and background, compared to Moncalleta's tradition, a drop in the bucket.

Li Xin was equally interested in acquiring such power, of course, needing to be under safe circumstances. Simmons thus provided an opportunity, and it seems the power of honor should be indifferent to locals or outsiders.

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