So it is speculated that reaching Tier Six or even Seventh Rank would be enough to control the entire Insect Swarm, or indirectly control the swarm itself through the control of the Mother Insect.

If this can really be achieved, then to seize control from the Longevity Church is not a fool’s dream.

After all, the Longevity Church does not actually have any Divine Arts to control Life; their ability to control the Insect Swarm is simply because they cultivated it and possess acquired dominion over the swarm.

This acquired dominion can only be directly overridden by true Divine Arts.

This is the cruel reality among high-tier powers.

Even if someone can create a nuclear explosion with their Transcendent abilities, if the opponent’s abilities happen to allow them to control nuclear explosions, then unless similar abilities are available to counter, the opponent can forcibly take over the painstakingly created nuclear explosion for their own use.

This applies equally to the middle and low tiers.

Silence persisted for a long time before Ellie ended her contemplation and made a decision.

“I will make the arrangements for personnel. You go back and report that if necessary, I can utilize the power of the planet to provide support. Additionally, my ‘Vampiric’ abilities are nearly fully mastered and ready for advancement. This time, I will lead the team personally!”

“I also hope to accompany you, Main Pastor.”

Ellie glanced sideways at the man. From the time he joined her ranks not long ago, she had come to know him somewhat.

This guy, famous for always being a ‘non-stick pan,’ never voluntarily involved himself in any potentially dangerous situations, or even situations that could merely cause him to lose face.

Now, unexpectedly applying to join such a dangerous mission was entirely beyond expectation.

“Are you sure? Noxico, you dislike getting involved in such matters, don’t you? This is a confrontation with the Three Great Civilizations. Although it’s just a besieging force, you have experienced their strength. Moreover, the battlefield is no ordinary battle; one careless move, and even a powerhouse could be wiped out in war.”

“Main Pastor, you’re not the only one seeking contributions for rapid advancement…”

Ellie was reminded that the man named Noxico before her was just an ordinary person like her until not long ago.

And she knew all too well her own yearning for Transcendence back then.

“Of course, I’m not someone who casually sends myself to die. You’re about to be advanced, and so am I. Since reaching Tier Three, my survival abilities have fundamentally changed. Are you worried that I might surpass you, Main Pastor?”

Ellie suddenly understood and shook her head.

She herself was a Tier Three ‘Vampire’ and knew exactly how powerful she was.

Flying, partial energy transformation, formidable recovery ability, a robust physique…

The most significant aspect was that, having witnessed her numerous survival abilities, even her brother felt secure enough to let her roam freely without being constantly by her side.

“Since you’re willing, then gather all the Priests for me first.”

“Yes!”

After concluding the internal church meeting, Noxico swiftly left the room.

“The church is now unexpectedly launching an assault against the Three Great Civilizations, which is not consistent with the church’s previous policy… Is the Lord of Red Moon real? Wasn’t it said that the Lord of Red Moon was not conscious? Or is it because the highest echelons of the church have ordered it in the name of the Lord of Red Moon…”

Walking within the planetary president’s building, Noxico sighed slightly.

This order had just been received today; he had just reported the situation and found Ellie even before receiving a response from higher-ups.

But he didn’t need to worry about it. He was just an ordinary spy, tasked with risking life behind enemy lines to gather intelligence. The strategy team in the rear had much more to consider.

His participation in the battle was solely to climb the ranks within the church faster.

After all, as an Empire spy, he could easily collude with the Empire during the war, earning battle honors while ensuring his survival, with no worry of losing his life.

Compared to being concerned about this war, he was more troubled about how to disguise himself in front of the exceptionally perceptive Ellie.

“Who would have thought that the ruler of an entire planet would willingly defect to the Red Moon Church… During the siege against the Red Moon Church, they cooperated so well, yet after the siege, they instead chose to defect to the church. What kind of logic is that?”

Noxico shook his head helplessly, but since reporting to the Empire, his superiors noted that there’s no need to interfere and only instructed him to get close to the target to collect information, he would follow orders.

A communicator on his person buzzed, and Noxico paused, casually taking it out and glancing at it as if receiving a normal message.

But both the communicator and the message on it were clearly far from ordinary.

“Situation understood, confirmed. Latest orders: participate in the war to acquire as much contribution as possible…”

“Just as expected…”

Confirming that his superiors’ orders aligned with his plans, Noxico no longer hesitated and quickened his pace to execute Ellie’s instructions.

……

Carli Empire, Inside the Research Institute

“Master, all have been duly informed. According to the budget, at that time we can muster a total of five forces not weaker than those search fleets of Believers.”

Vlad hesitated, then continued:

“Master, do we really need to provoke the Three Great Civilizations? And to cooperate with the Insect Swarm at that…”

“No need to worry about overreacting from the Three Great Civilizations; this Red Moon Church intervention also serves to clear suspicion.

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