Karkhalan.
This "land of the free" had now become a completely different place.
When Jenn arrived at Karkhalan again, all he saw was chaos.
"How did this place become like this?"
Riding on his warhorse, Zayen looked at the black smoke rising from the bottom of the hill. The village had been burnt to a crisp, and he could not help but frown.
Although Karkhalan used to be a barren place, after the National Salvation Freedom Army took over, coupled with the cooperation of the Church of Holy Light, although it couldn't be said to be able to turn the situation around, it could be said to be stable and orderly.
But now, no matter how he looked at it, it looked like a battlefield that had been ravaged by war. There was nothing but wreckage.
"According to Deerys's report, 'Voice of Vengeance' seems to have recently begun to clean up most of Karkhalan. In this situation, Ailey can only choose to shrink her defense.
Because of this, the areas controlled by the Church of Holy See in Karkhalan are basically concentrated in those few big cities, and commercial activities have almost come to a standstill.
Currently, the Church of Holy See is basically relying on the goods provided by Enclave to survive. "
"Deerys and the others are doing well."
Hearing Enoya's report, Jenn nodded in satisfaction.
He turned his head and looked behind him. Apart from Enoya and Frostmourne, who always followed him like a tail, there was only a team of female knights beside Jenn.
Although these female knights did not seem to have changed much on the surface, a closer look would reveal subtle changes in their armor.
Compared to the heavy magic armor in the past, the armor of the magic knights had become more close-fitting and even somewhat similar to a diving suit wrapped around the slender and soft bodies of the girls, outlining their figures.
The only thing that could be considered as armor was the heavy armor that covered the young lady's joints and shoulders. Apart from that, the Magician Knights were wrapped in thick, white cloaks. Judging from their appearance, they looked more like Magicians than Knights.
The reason why the magic knights had such changes was naturally because they had leveled up. Previously, Jenn had cleared the Beastman Wilderness and fed the Firmament Legion to the top.
In addition to obtaining a Clergy of War from the Distant Sand Dune, he had also obtained many treasure chests from the system and opened a large number of EXP cards.
As for these EXP cards, Jenn naturally threw them all to the magic knights.
After all, the troops that he used the most were the Firmament Legion and the magic knights, so he naturally wouldn't let go of the opportunity to upgrade them.
And now, the magic knights were already in a state of two breakthroughs. Jenn was very confident that as long as he cleared a few more activities, the EXP cards he obtained would be enough to feed the magic knights to the top.
This was also the reason why Jenn was willing to head to Karkhalan personally. Among the activities, this was an important mission area.
Moreover, it was a 5-star Silver rank, which was even more dangerous than the one that Jenn swept.
This also meant that the rewards would be more abundant.
Pattilina didn't follow. Jenn needed her to be in charge of protecting Fafna. After all, the ultimate goal of this activity was for the gods to stop the activation of the Fate Tablet.
Up until now, looking at the posture of these released watchdogs, it seemed that they hadn't found him yet.
But who knew if there would be any accidents. For safety's sake, Jenn naturally had to protect Fafna and prevent anything from happening. That was why Pattilina had to stay behind.
"There's still half a day's journey to Tarkus … This is really interesting …"
Gazing at the distant horizon, Jenn sighed helplessly.
In fact, as Jenn said, this was indeed interesting.
In order to avoid the attack of the Voice of Vengeance, Alice had no choice but to be trapped in Tarkus.
This was like a repeat of the battle between the Freedom Army and the Soros Family. The only difference was that back then, it was the Freedom Army and the Church of Holy Light that besieged Tarkus. This time, however, it was the Soros Family that had become rats in a bellows.
"Let's go."
Zayen shook his head as he retracted his thoughts. It had only been a short period of time since they last met, but Karkhalan had completely changed into a different person. This made Zayen sigh involuntarily, "Things remain the same, but people have changed".
But that was all he did before he continued to lead the others towards Tarkus.
Although Tilly's report had stated that the Voice of Vengeance was searching and plundering everywhere, at least when Jenn and the others arrived at Tarkus, everything was normal and they didn't meet any enemies. He didn't know if it was because Jenn's luck was good enough or because they didn't seem to be easy to deal with.
And when Alice learned of Jenn's arrival, she hurriedly came out to welcome him.
"Welcome, my Liege."
Although she had long since learned of Jenn's arrival through the spiritual link, Alice still put on a happy and surprised expression in front of the clergies.
"I really didn't expect you to come here …"
"I heard that the Saintess is in trouble. I naturally wouldn't put it aside."
In response to Alice's words, Jenn replied with a smile.
He naturally came to Tarkus in the name of responding to Alice's call. This way, it wouldn't raise too much suspicion. Moreover, Jenn's name had spread throughout the Templars, so his appearance didn't raise too many suspicions.
After both sides pretended to exchange pleasantries, Alice invited Jenn to her guest room and gestured for the others to leave.
And when everyone left, Alice sincerely knelt on the ground and bowed respectfully to Jenn.
"I really didn't expect you to come here personally, my Master."
"I also have something to do this time, so I just happened to help along the way."
In response to Alice's words, Jenn waved his hand.
"Seems like you've manipulated those dogs of the Templars quite well."
"Trust, Master.
They trust me, and I have reciprocated their trust. "
Hearing Jenn's words, Alice instantly revealed a delighted smile.
"You know, this is what I'm best at."
"Hmm … That's right."
Hearing Alice's words, Jenn couldn't help but nod.
Of course, he knew that Alice wasn't exaggerating. In fact, after being transformed into a succubus, Alice did indeed possess such abilities.
Thinking until here, Jenn couldn't help but look at the saintess before him and the personal information that appeared beside her.
[Saintess Alice (Glittering R)]
[Race: Succubus/Human]
[Combat Power: ★ ★ ★ ★ (The most harmless existence seems to possess unimaginably powerful strength)]
[Management: ★ ★ ★ ★ (Even a country can be managed in an orderly manner without any mistakes)]
[Influence: ★ ★ ★ ★ (Her voice and figure will make people bow down to her)]
[Loyalty: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (Eternal Dependent)]
[Characteristics]
[Spread of Faith — Listening to her words will guide people to find the true meaning of life (Spread of Faith)]
[Divine Blessing — In the name of God, Carry out God's will (Divine Blessing)]
[Soul Guidance — When you recognize the desire of the soul's origin, you will receive a brand new life (Possible to transform into a succubus)]
[Special Skills]
[Teaching Specialization: Able to change the thoughts and beliefs of a specific individual]
[Missionary Specialization: Able to influence and convert beliefs in a large area]
[Ritual Specialization: Able to strengthen the effects of the rituals that the individual presides over]
Judging from the words, Alice and Olfen's abilities were similar; both of them could turn a specific target into a succubus. However, Alice was one step ahead of Olfen because she had a special ability [Divine Blessing]. And this was the biggest reason why Jenn valued her so much.