Chapter 82: Losing Power

For Chen Zhi, the matter had already ended, but for most people, this terrifying event had only just begun.

The nobles in the city had all hidden themselves in the Municipal Building; no one wanted to be suddenly broken into by mobs while hiding in their manors, and it was at least better to be under the protection of the churches.

"Governor Jones, rest assured, the Municipal Building is the safest place right now." Harriet Badley, who was in charge of the Defense Array, walked over with a smile. "Everyone, there is no need to panic. I don't think it's much of a problem; it's not as if there haven't been Barbarian attacks in previous years, it's just that there is a bit more chaos this year. This is also something that can't be helped. The Wealth Church is not very adept at handling Transcendental Events, let alone the fact that their focus is not in this area."

"I know, that is why I have been striving to promote your joint handling of problems, it is just that their reaction is a bit too slow." Governor Jones revealed a smile. "I believe in the strength of the Wisdom Church; running around everywhere at a time like this is, on the contrary, unwise."

"Yes, and the Red Moon has appeared outside again; I think it has a connection to the appearance of the witches. However, please rest assured, I have already sent a message to the Sanctuary, and they will send sufficient support within three days." Harriet Badley nodded slightly. "In this way, our university will also be able to teach the latest knowledge from the Royal Capital."

The Magistrate standing to the side, Yuerhan Henry, nodded with satisfaction and said to Governor Jones: "Look, I was right; the Wisdom Church is the church most suited to managing the Transcendental Events of Tana City. Although the Wealth Church is good, they have already managed Tana City into a sieve. How does that saying go? If the heavens give you a hardship, they will surely give you a savior. I think the Wisdom Church will manage the entire Tana City well."

It had to be said that what both men said made a lot of sense.

This was not to say that just because Yuerhan was also a Believer of the Wisdom Church, he would necessarily say this.

It was rather that the Wealth Church truly had not done well enough.

Just as everyone was feeling anxious, Saina came out from the Sewers and returned to the Municipal Building.

The defenses here had indeed been strengthened quite a bit; the bodyguards hired by the nobles had already surrounded the perimeter tightly, and the interior was also quite crowded. There were people everywhere, and the luggage was so abundant that it made one's scalp tingle; the entire sides of the roads were piled high with luggage, and there were still a large number of carriages on the road.

Saina did not know what would happen if these nobles lost their belongings, she only knew that they would absolutely not give up the money they had in their hands.

This was simply too important to them.

Skipping over these things, Saina walked to Governor Jones's side, and only when there was finally no one around him discussing this crisis did she lean in and say: "The matter should have come to an end; once the Barbarians retreat, we can return to our previous lives."

"Are you sure? As for the Wealth Church..."

"I have already had people go to confirm the casualties; it is said that it is not very optimistic." Saina synthesized her intelligence. "In short, the problem should have passed."

"That is good. I will tell your stepmother not to send things here anymore; you have done well." Governor Jones trusted Saina very much now, not only because Saina had played a quite good role last time, but also because her information was quite well-informed.

If she felt there was no problem, then there was certainly no problem.

As for the hints the Wisdom Church gave him, he felt they were still not quite enough.

The Wealth Church had operated for so many years, and it was not as if they had no response at all; if the Wisdom Church intended to take a share from it, then there should be some sincerity.

"Alright, everyone, do not panic." Governor Jones displayed a mature demeanor. "Believe me, this time Tana City will also weather the difficulty. We have not only the help of the Wisdom Church, but also the War Church. I know everyone is very anxious, but believe me, by tonight we will all be able to return to our manors or castles to rest."

Viscount Philip was most concerned about his own castle; he stepped forward and said: "Everyone still has many things in their castles that haven't been moved out, those mobs..."

"Believe me, the problem of the mobs will be solved; first, we must wait for the War Church to free up manpower." Governor Jones's words immediately made everyone feel much more at ease. "Of course, we must also let our own guards and bodyguards take better care of our finances; most importantly, they themselves must not run away."

The nobles burst into a round of laughter, though this could not cover up their guilty conscience.

The reason all the bodyguards were brought to the Government Building was precisely because they were worried they would steal their things, wasn't it?

Sure enough, just after Governor Jones finished speaking, there was a bit more light in the sky outside.

The originally dim sky was slowly changing color, revealing a glimmer of light, and the Red Moon had also dimmed quite a bit, slowly disappearing into the sky.

The sun shone upon the earth once more, and everything seemed to have returned to the way it was before.

It was just that for those commoners in the Factory District, and for those who died or were seriously injured in the chaos of the mobs, I am afraid they would never be able to return.

The disheveled players, following Feng's request, patrolled in groups of five.

The entire Wealth Church suffered heavy losses; all they could do was ensure that no one caused trouble in the Central Street area. As for the Factory District, Feng was indeed already powerless and could only wait for the War Church to return.

The Police Station also had many people injured, and quite a few corpses could be cleared from the streets; this time, Tana City had suffered serious losses once again.

Feng Bu'er stood at the Government Building, feeling a powerlessness from the bottom of his heart. He knew this was not the Wealth Church's fault, but this time, he had indeed lost the trust of the Government Building.

At the very least, wanting to grasp the Transcendental Power of the entire Tana City again would require paying a greater price.

It was just that the Wealth Church really did not want to pay such a high price, so they would have to make concessions...

"I hope you can give me an explanation; it is a fact that witches appeared in the city." Inside the office, Governor Jones said sternly. "If you truly cannot govern well, I think it is necessary for me to write to the major churches and have them come to assist you."

"This... I am willing to hand over the Transcendental problems of the Factory District to the Wisdom Church, if they are willing to take over." Feng Bu'er could only express his refusal in this way; after all, Harriet Badley of the Wisdom Church was right here, and the Magistrate was also present.

Without waiting for Harriet to speak, the Magistrate Yuerhan frowned and said: "I think as the leader of the Golden Church, you have gone a bit too far. You should know in your heart what the Factory District is like. The Wisdom Church is more suited to managing the Central Street area and the West District where the nobles reside. Don't you think that a Defense Array is much more useful than money?"

(End of chapter)