Zhang Wei spoke.
Not only Matt, but also the second martial uncle and Lu Lianxue were stunned.
The next second.
Lu Lianxue grabbed Zhang Wei's hand and said directly:
"Ah? Talk in person? Isn't it too dangerous for Zhang Wei to do this? Let's talk on the phone, it's safer."
The second martial uncle stroked his white beard and agreed:
"This old Daoist also thinks Lianxue girl's suggestion is good."
However.
Despite their persuasion, Zhang Wei still shook his head:
"No need, face-to-face talk is fine. I want to see what tricks the Fallen Angel is up to. Little Xue, don't worry about me. I'm not acting impulsively. I'm confident that even if the Fallen Angel wants to harm me, I have ways to resist."
As soon as he said this.
The second martial uncle stroked his white beard and smiled, his eyes filled with approval:
"Haha, it seems Lianxue girl has found a good man. I didn't expect young friend Zhang Wei to have such spirit even when he's seriously injured. Then let's do as young friend Zhang Wei wishes. Don't worry, since this old Daoist has been entrusted by the Wei Dao Division, and you are the one Lianxue girl fancies, this old Daoist will do his best to protect you."
"Thank you, second martial uncle."
Zhang Wei grinned.
...
Soon.
Matt brought the news outside the west gate of the Vatican and informed the Pope and others.
"Hmm?! Mr. Zhang Wei wants to talk in person?"
The Pope was surprised when he heard this, thinking he had misheard. After confirming he hadn't, he showed his shock without reservation. The other cardinals were also shocked.
After they recovered.
Including the Pope, without exception, all had complex expressions, filled with sighs and surprise:
"As expected, Mr. Zhang Wei can reach the Half-step Town-Guo level at such a young age. It seems he not only has talent but also an unyielding spirit."
"I expected Mr. Zhang Wei to agree to talk, but I didn't expect it to be a face-to-face meeting. Mr. Zhang Wei is too brave. Even in this state of injury, he dares to meet the Fallen Angel in person."
"Just for this spirit, Mr. Zhang Wei's future achievements are limitless. He will surely have a place in the Town-Guo level in the future."
"Alas, it's a pity that Mr. Zhang Wei is not a member of our Vatican."
The Pope also sighed, murmuring:
"It's just a pity that he has embraced the Jade Emperor, not our God."
Following that.
After receiving Zhang Wei's reply, the Pope also spoke, saying to Hill and Felice:
"I have told Mr. Zhang Wei about the matters you wish to discuss. Mr. Zhang Wei has agreed. However, before I take you to Mr. Zhang Wei, I must search you and apply a seal to ensure you do not harm Mr. Zhang Wei."
As he said this.
Hill's face lit up, and he immediately responded:
"No problem, I... Huh? Wait, what did you say? Take us in? Zhang Wei is going to... talk in person?"
Before he finished speaking.
Hill suddenly realized.
[Ding! Hill is stunned... My Satan, did I hear that right? Zhang Wei wants to talk to us in person? It seems... Zhang Wei is more courageous than I expected.]
[Host gains System Points +1000]
After confirming it was a face-to-face meeting.
[Ding! Hill admires... As expected of someone Satan the Great fancies. Even when seriously injured, he dares to meet in person. This spirit is rare even among Fallen Angels. If he were a Fallen Angel, I might be able to become friends with him.]
[Host gains System Points +1200]
Subsequently.
Hill and Felice agreed to the Pope's conditions, were temporarily sealed of their Fallen Angel powers by the Staff of God, and then taken to Zhang Wei's location.
...
Not long after.
In Zhang Wei's room.
With a knock on the door, the Pope and the others brought Hill and Felice:
"Mr. Zhang Wei, we have brought the Fallen Angels. Be careful. This is the Staff of God. I have already infused it with power. If you, Mr. Zhang Wei, encounter danger, activate that power, and you can unleash the power of the Staff of God, which can also affect the seals placed on them."
The Pope, fearing for Zhang Wei's safety, temporarily handed the Staff of God to Zhang Wei as a protective artifact.
"Thank you, Your Excellency the Pope."
Zhang Wei took the staff and also instructed Lu Lianxue and the second martial uncle to leave, as Hill had important matters to discuss with him, and he did not want Lu Lianxue to overhear, to avoid danger due to knowing the matters.
Soon.
After seeing Lu Lianxue and the others leave the room, and looking at Hill and Felice sitting opposite him, Zhang Wei slowly spoke:
"Now that it's just us in the room, tell me directly what you want to talk about."
Hill looked at Zhang Wei and said:
"Mr. Zhang Wei, your spirit impresses me. Since you are so sincere, I won't beat around the bush. I'll be direct. We want to protect you, at least protect your safety while you are injured."
In his words.
Hill sized up Zhang Wei. During the previous battle, he was busy fighting Zhang Wei and didn't have time to observe him. Now he had the chance.
[Ding! Hill is surprised... His calm gaze doesn't seem fake. The last time I saw such spirit was King Solomon. No, Zhang Wei is even calmer and braver than him.]
[Host gains System Points +1300]
King Solomon, legend has it, was a famous king in ancient Europe. It is said that he once signed a contract with Satan and gained the assistance of seventy-two demons of Satan, conquering the world and achieving great deeds. He was a renowned ancient monarch in Europe.
In his thoughts.
Hill also added:
"I think Mr. Zhang Wei must be confused about why we want to protect you."
No.
I'm not confused.
Zhang Wei replied in his heart. As Hill stated his intentions, he had already guessed the reason, which likely had something to do with Satan.
As expected.
As Zhang Wei's gaze fell upon them, Hill pointed to Felice and casually said:
"Mr. Zhang Wei, you should recognize this Fallen Angel, right? Her name is Felice. I sent her to assassinate you not long ago, but you were much stronger than expected. Not only did you kill Felice, but you also purified her back into an angel."
"Actually, it is precisely because of this matter that I wanted to meet you and propose protection. We want to cooperate with you. You help us Fallen Angels purify back into angels, and we can help you, becoming your support. How about it?"
[Ding! Hill... This reason of mine should not let Zhang Wei discover that we are protecting him purely because of Satan the Great's instructions.]
[Host gains System Points +1400]
At the same time.
As Hill spoke, Felice nodded beside him and glanced at Hill, recalling what Hill had proposed earlier: 'Openly protect Zhang Wei' by using the excuse of purifying back into angels to stay close to Zhang Wei. After all, if they wanted to become angels again, Zhang Wei could not be in mortal danger. This way, they could openly protect Zhang Wei.
Furthermore.
With this reason, it also prevented Zhang Wei from discovering Satan's instructions. After all, Satan's instruction was to take Zhang Wei to hell. If Zhang Wei discovered that Satan favored him, he would definitely become vigilant.
...
(ps: Third update!)