Inch of Radiance Vol 2 Chapter 18.2

Book 2 Chapter 18.2 – Red-clad Archbishop

London.

“Please carry on a message for me. Just say that Mister Lin Tianyu came to pay his respects to Archbishop Martin.” Lin Tianyu’s assistant told the people under Archbishop Martin about the situation.

Archbishop Martin had the highest status within the papacy in London. He was a red-robed archbishop, and within the church, his status was only below the Supreme Pontiff’s. This time, Lin Tianyu came precisely to ask for his help in finding out who placed the bounty on his family members’ lives.

“A’Tian, are the preparations for the African training camp completed?” Lin Tianyu was currently still within his limousine as he made this call.

“Young master, the training camp preparations are complete. We are currently within Africa searching for some talented individuals. Young master, this time, how are you going to discuss the matter with the old ancestor?” A’Tian grew up together with Lin Tianyu and was his trusted aide.

“Don’t worry. I will take care of the matters regarding grandfather. You can feel at ease while finding individuals. Remember, although quality is important, the quantity must not be low either. Alright, I’ll let you do your work, I need to deal with that vampire Martin.” When he thought about Archbishop Martin, Lin Tianyu frowned with disgust. He removed a case from his bosom.

“Mister Martin is currently waiting for Mister Lin in the lobby.” The individual that relayed the message arrogantly spoke to Lin Tianyu’s assistant.

Following that, Lin Tianyu got out of the vehicle. Accompanied by his assistants, he prepared to enter Archbishop Martin’s villa.

“I apologize, but Mister Martin will only welcome Mister Lin. As for the other sirs here, it’s better if you all remain outside!” Said Archbishop’s underling coldly.

Lin Tianyu immediately frowned, but a small smile soon appeared on his face soon afterwards. He nodded slightly towards the embarrassed people behind him before walking towards Archbishop Martin’s villa alone. With Lin Tianyu’s strength, he could easily tell that there were ten church experts. They were all top level experts, and the worst was still a fifth rank expert.

“The Church’s power is terrifying after all!” Lin Tianyu’s heart was full of a thirst for that kind of power.

After entering the luxurious living room, Lin Tianyu’s expression immediately became like that of a gentleman’s. When he saw the tall and skinny black-clad white haired elder, Lin Tianyu immediately bowed and said, “I pay my respects to red-robed Archbishop Martin. It has been a long time since I last visited mister Archbishop, but your complexion is become better and better!”

Archbishop Martin’s face was slim, and his nose was sharp and straight. His hair was white, and there was always a smile on his face that made him seem easy-going.

“Oh, these are all due to our lord’s grace. Lin, your strength is also becoming more and more profound. Right, what is the reason for this visit? It shouldn’t be just for a chat with my old self, right?” With a wave of Archbishop Martin’s hands, the two took their seats.

“Mister Archbishop, during this period of time, there has always been underground assassins targeting us. After investigating, we found out that there was someone that placed a bounty on my Lin family in the underground world. However, sir also understands that the Green Mercenaries and American Mafia are backing the underground assassin organization. My Lin family does not have enough status, so they won’t tell me the identity of that despicable person. However, that is not the case for mister Archbishop. Archbishop’s noble title is that of a red-robed Archbishop, and your status is only below that of the Supreme Pontiff’s. If Archbishop personally steps in, then the Green Mercenaries and American Mafia should give mister Archbishop some face.” Lin Tianyu spoke respectfully, and his words hinted words of flattery towards the Archbishop.

After Martin heard this, he remained unmoved. He calmly said, “The five great criminal syndicates and our church are like water from the river and water from a well. We normally don’t have any friendly relations, so this matter is difficult to deal with, truly difficult to deal with!

Martin’s words were very sincere, and if it was an outsider, they would have definitely thought that this task was difficult for Martin. However, Lin Tianyu was fully aware of an Archbishop’s power. He immediately smile and said, “I understand that it is a difficult task for Archbishop to deal with, but this matter is extremely important to my Lin family. I feel deeply apologetic for making Archbishop go through such troubles. This is a ring that belonged to the Supreme Pontiff during the middle ages — Andes’ Ring. It’s something that I just obtained, and I am offering it to mister Archbishop.”

Martin’s eyes immediately immediately widened. “Supreme Pontiff Andes’ ring?” Soon after, he became elated and opened the case.

Martin took a deep breath and wore the ring. Immediately, a white wave of radiance surrounded Martin’s entire body. The powerful divine force shocked even Lin Tianyu. He knew that this ring was incredible, but he was unable to bring out its power.

“With this Andes’ Ring, the amount of sacred force I can use will double or even triple. Today, I can be considered to have entered the doorstep in becoming a seventh rank expert!” Martin rejoiced inwardly, and his attitude towards Lin Tianyu also became much more benevolent.

“Lin, don’t worry. I will do my utmost to help you in this matter!” Even though things reached this point, Martin still did not give out any guarantees.

A smile immediately appeared on Lin Tianyu’s face. He stood up and bowed. “Since it’s like this, then I will trouble Archbishop. I will withdraw for today!” Archbishop Martin nodded slightly and sent Lin Tianyu off.

…

“Hello? This is Martin. My dear mister Wang Tong, do you still remember me?” Martin immediately dialed the Green Mercenaries’ supreme elder Wang Tong’s number.

When Wang Tong heard the voice on the phone, he immediately recalled his days back then in London. With a smile on his face, he replied, “Turns out it’s you, you old scoundrel. What matter do you have with me? Aren’t you doing well as a red-robed Archbishop right now?”

Martin laughed while scolding, “This guy, joking around from the very start. How could a supreme elder like you be any less comfortable than me? The reason for my call this time is a small matter. Someone offered a bounty to kill the Holy Forest Group’s family members. The Holy Forest Group’s eldest son came by looking for me and asked that I find out the individual’s identity. Such a small thing shouldn’t be that difficult for you, right?”

Wang Tong frowned. “Holy Forest Group? Heng, Martin, I have to tell you straight up that the person who sent that mission was my martial nephew. You should just forget about this Holy Forest Group in the future. Who knows, in the future, it might be finished!” Wang Tong’s voice seemed a bit cold. As the supreme elder of the Green Mercenaries, Wang Tong was at the pinnacle of the underground world.

When Martin heard this, he was immediately stumped for quite a while. Soon after, he said, “Your martial nephew? Your apprentices are all truth cultivators from the east, so isn’t your martial nephew… Alright, I know what I should do. Right, when are you coming to London? This time, I have some interesting things to show you.”

Wang Tong laughed and said, “I just returned from Paris not too long ago. During this period of time, I need to stay with my new disciple. After a period of time, I’ll go to your place.” Wang Tong recalled the Holy Forest Group. After he passed Li Yang the ‘Seven Astral Heavenly Extremes’, he immediately returned to the Green Mercenaries’ headquarters to investigate. With the Green Mercenaries’ influence, it was extremely easy to find out everything about Li yang, including Li Shuo’s existence.

“Martial nephew wants to seek revenge alone, and isn’t willing to let his master know about his conflicts with the Holy Forest Group. However, if I ‘slightly’ deal with the Holy Forest Group, it shouldn’t matter much!” Wang Tong immediately formed a plan inwardly.

…

Meanwhile, the hopeful Lin Tianyu was currently at the airport. He was preparing to fly to Africa and personally look around.

“Hello, my dear Lin!” After hearing Martin’s voice from the phone, Lin Tianyu immediately became happy. “I must apologize, the Green Mercenaries and American Mafia firmly stated that they can’t change their rules, and that they cannot leak out the identity of the one who released the mission. I don’t have any way either. It is best if you look for another way.” After saying that, Martin directly hung up the phone.

Lin Tianyu was immediately distracted, and his face immediately became as gloomy as water. A wave of killing intent was emitted from his body. “Martin!” The veins in Lin Tianyu’s hands immediately began to bulge, and the phone in his hand was immediately squeezed to pieces.

Chapter end