At this moment, Richard walked out with two glasses of ice water in his hand, handing one to Karun. Seeing Karun looking at the photos, he introduced them voluntarily, "This is my grandfather, and this is my father. My aunt, whom you just met, is on the right of my father, and my other aunt is on the left."

"What was your aunt's position?" Karun asked.

"She's dead," Richard said. "She died before I was born. My grandfather and father told me that."

She died before I was born? Then how did I come into being?

Karun suddenly realized a problem - there were no photos of his own parents. Of course, it could be assumed that photography was not popular at that time, but the Inmolei family was not lacking in a family portrait. And even if there were no photos, they could still commission an artist to paint a portrait, but Karun had not found any relics about his parents at home.

In his own memory, because his parents passed away when he was young, his memory and impression had long been blurred. The only thing left was the abstract painting he had made in his notebook after witnessing his grandfather killing his parents.

Even in conversations with Uncle Mason and Aunt Winnie, it could be seen that they knew very little about his mother.

A big part of the reason was that Uncle Mason and Aunt Winnie had left home early to pursue their careers and lives. At that time, they probably only came home once a year, and their lives had little overlap with their brother and sister-in-law's.

They only returned home one after another several years after "his" parents passed away due to changes in their careers and families. During these years, his grandfather had supported the operation of the funeral home alone.

This was why after his son and daughter returned home, his grandfather decided to dismiss the mortician and accountant.

Therefore, Uncle Mason and Aunt Winnie had never really lived under the same roof as their sister-in-law.

Karun only knew that his mother, like his father, was a judge. They were contaminated during a mission and begged Dis to kill them. Dis had to reluctantly kill his own son and daughter-in-law, but seemed to have preserved part of their souls.

At night, Dis would light a candle alone in his study to visit his son and daughter-in-law.

Therefore, except for Dis, the family probably did not know the true identity and origin of "his" mother. No, there was one person... it should be a cat. It might know something.But Puerh had never talked to herself about her mother's affairs, because it knew that it was not really "herself", so it probably wouldn't be interested in her mother's affairs, so it didn't say anything intentionally?

Karun didn't think that Puerh was hiding something from him for some special purpose, because the fact was...there was no point in saying this matter.

After all, Karun couldn't hold up his cup and toast with Richard:

"Ah, my dear cousin!"

"Ah, my dear cousin!"

This scene was impossible to happen, because Karun couldn't reveal his identity at all.

In the entire Order of the Gods, perhaps only Lasma knew that he had left Ruiran, but Lasma was now in a strange state. He seemed to be trying to condense his divine fragments by imitating his grandfather's path, so he could not betray Karun.

But his situation was very special. On the one hand, he would not betray Karun, but on the other hand, he was untouchable. Karun had tried to understand Lasma's current state using the "point and surface" theory of the Principle God.

However, except for the special Lasma, Karun's identity as a member of the "Yinmoleis" family could not be exposed to others, which would cause a lot of trouble.

However, his trouble was somewhat special, different from what ordinary people would understand.

Although his grandfather had blown up the Order of the Gods Temple and hung an elder of the temple on the cross, expressing extreme disrespect for the Order God...

But once his identity was exposed within the Order of the Gods, they would probably...arrest him.

Because his grandfather was sleeping, not dead.

Like the banquet held at the Ankara Hotel when Ophelia arrived last time, he could sit down, but the grandsons of the bishops of Leuvenico's family could only stand on the side and flatter him.

It's just that if it's like this, the path he has chosen and the efforts his grandfather has made to pave the way for him will all be in vain.

In other words, Richard's family probably really didn't know the whereabouts of "herself's" mother, otherwise his family would definitely be implicated.

So did "herself's" mother, like Puerh, break away from the family and leave?

Karun sat on the sofa with a glass of water.

Some things, if not contemplated, would seem reasonable, but once you turn back and try to figure it out, you will find another layer of reality hidden under the reasonable.

First of all, "herself's" parents were killed by Dis because they were contaminated.So, what kind of pollution is so difficult that even Dis is helpless and can only choose this most extreme way to help them end their suffering?

Dis, who has always valued family affection, cannot watch his son and daughter-in-law suffer for the sake of hiding their realm. If there is a way, he will do his best to help them.

So, what kind of pollution have "his" parents been infected with?

Can ordinary judges participate in tasks that involve such level of pollution?

Puerh has always liked to say: Judges are the top profession of the Inmoleis family.

Therefore, "his" parents are actually judges like Dis, but not judges?

Also, Uncle Mason and Aunt Winnie choose not to take over the funeral home in the family, which means they do not want to enter the church circle. Dis's standards for "his" father, who inherits the family business, should not be worse than his grandson's.

Dis can personally choose his own fiancée, so has he also chosen for "his" father?

Looking at it this way, if "his" mother is just an ordinary judge, it seems abnormal.

"Hey, what are you thinking about?" Richard asked.

"I'm thinking about the affairs of the Education Building. It must be chaotic outside now."

"Oh, of course," Richard laughed. "This slap must have been really painful on the face."

The Education Building is not a "high-end venue" of the Order of God in York. Many of the offices inside are actually responsible for the management of the church's grassroots. The real senior departments and senior figures generally do not appear there.

Even Neo only regards it as a temporary meeting place.

But it is indeed a symbol of the Order of God in York. Attacking it in this way is undoubtedly a serious provocation to the Order of God, no, it is already a declaration of war!

There is no turning back, no retreat. Unless the Order of God is willing to let go of the hegemony it has established since this era, it will inevitably retaliate against the attackers, even if the attackers are another legitimate church.

As for the Palmyra Church...

Karun suddenly felt that this obvious framing behavior might give the Palmyra Church some kind of opportunity, but it was just a hunch and there was no evidence yet.

"Do you need a shower?" Richard asked. "You should love cleanliness. You felt it when you carried the stretcher."

"Felt it?""Details, details. Although you don't care about getting your clothes dirty with blood and dust, some habits are hard to change. If you want to take a shower, you can go to the second floor. I'll give you my new clothes to wear."

"No need, I'll go back and wash up."

"Don't be polite. I just think you look good. I don't have any other intentions. Don't misunderstand me."

Damn it, I'm starting to doubt myself for no reason.

"I understand."

After all, he's a real cousin.

Karun knew that some people were naturally more sensitive to "bloodlines". Obviously, Richard was one of them.

"You're really not going to wash up? I have a few godly robes that I haven't worn yet. I was going to give them to you to try on."

Godly robes?

Karun lightly pinched his sleeve with some disgust, "Forget it, I'll wash up. Otherwise, I'll feel uncomfortable."

"On the second floor. I'll get the clothes for you."

"Thank you."

Karun walked up to the second floor. It seemed like there weren't many permanent residents in this house, maybe just Richard and his parents. His mother wasn't even in York City, and his father probably wouldn't come back. So basically, it was just Richard living alone.

After taking a shower, Karun saw two sets of godly robes placed outside the bathroom door. He touched them and felt that the material was smoother than silk, and there were small arrays carved inside.

They were the self-cleaning, temperature control, fire-resistant, waterproof, concealment, and purification arrays.

They were definitely more expensive than the order he had placed.

As for the godly robes, apart from specific colors and patterns that were unique to certain positions, there was actually a lot of freedom in other aspects.

The Church was a world with a strict hierarchy, and everyone had respect and numbers in their hearts.

When Karun walked downstairs, he saw a middle-aged man sitting on the sofa in the living room. He looked similar to the person in the photo, but much more weathered. He was Richard's father, and also his...uncle.

Judge Eisen Guman was sitting on the sofa with his eyes closed. When Karun walked down the stairs and entered the living room, he opened his eyes slightly and looked at Karun.

"Hello, sir. I was invited by Richard."

Karun bowed to Eisen.

Eisen nodded but didn't say anything.

"Sir, I'll take my leave now."

Eisen spoke up, "Richard went to buy some supper. He asked me to ask you to stay and eat together."

"No need, sir. I'll go back first."“This is the first time my son has brought a friend home,” Eisen said in a calm and unquestionable tone.

“Yes, sir,” Karun could only sit on the sofa.

“Introduce yourself.”

Eisen seemed to be the opposite of his son, he did not like formalities. From his expression when he spoke, Karun could sense a kind of pain, the kind of pain that comes from fulfilling a father's duty to greet his son's friend.

This was not a disdain for status...although as a judge, it was normal to look down on a god servant, or even a judge.

The man in front of him might have different job responsibilities, but in terms of status, he should be equivalent to Zhihe.

Karun thought he might have...social anxiety.

No wonder Richard's mother separated from him.

Another good example was Uncle Mason, who was always an optimist no matter what. So even if his business failed, he still had a good relationship with Aunt Mary.

“I am Karun Silva, a god servant under the Pavaro Tribunal.”

“Pavaro?” Eisen looked at Karun. “Your boss is a good person.”

Saying that, he closed his eyes in pain. Karun saw his facial muscles tremble slightly and he forced out a sentence:

“Please convey my greetings to him.”

“Okay, sir, I will convey it for you.”

Karun heard a long sigh of relief, as if the task, or rather, the "role-playing" of his father, was finally completed.

Then, Karun and Mr. Eisen sat there, both falling into a long silence.

Until Richard returned home, carrying a late-night snack from a nearby restaurant, walking and singing.

At this moment, a black crow flew in through the ventilation window and landed on Eisen's shoulder.

Eisen said, “I have something to do, I'm leaving, you guys eat.”

Karun noticed that the posture and movement details of the crow perfectly matched Mr. Eisen's movements when he stood up from the sofa and walked. If it was someone else's communication crow technique, it would be impossible to achieve this kind of coordination.

Unless it was a crow he "created" himself.

Was he calling himself out like this?

Eisen left.

Richard put the food he bought on the coffee table, opened the box, and smiled, “That's just how my father is. He's not targeting you, let alone looking down on you. Don't take it to heart, because he's like this to me too.”

“I won't.”"Uncle's psychological problems are so serious that he even has social anxiety when facing his own son?

Looking at it from a different perspective, a person like him can actually sit in the position of a judge. His own strength must be very strong.

"Come, let's have a midnight snack."

"Okay."

Richard bought chicken rolls, sliced beef, sausages, and a vegetable salad.

While they were eating, the clock in the living room suddenly rang.

"My grandfather is here." Richard stood up and went to the entrance to open the door.

Your grandfather, isn't that...my grandfather?

We are "pawread dot com", find us on google.

Karun also put down his fork and stood up to look towards the entrance.

"Where's your father?"

"My father said he had something to do and just left. Grandfather, why did you come?"

"I missed you, so I came to see you."

Then, Karun saw an old man walking in with Richard's company.

"Oh, there's a guest."

"Yes, grandfather, he is my friend, Karun."

"Hello, sir." Karun bowed to the old man.

Everyone in Richard's family had to bow to the old man.

"Good."

Delong Gumman nodded and sat down on the sofa, "I'm hungry too."

Richard immediately went to the kitchen to get his grandfather a fork and plate.

Karun noticed that the old man's robe was blue with clear array symbols on it.

Delong first ate two chicken rolls, then some beef, picked up the water his grandson poured for him, and took a big sip before letting out a satisfied sigh.

"Today was close, the academic building almost collapsed."

"Grandfather, were you also at the academic building today?"

"Yes." Delong nodded, "Not only was I there, but I also saw you and your friend carrying the injured on a stretcher."

"Why didn't you call me, grandfather?"

"I was in charge of the array, how could I have time to call you? Aren't you afraid that I'll be distracted and the building will fall on you? By the way, what were you doing at the academic building today?"

"I was collecting my allowance. It's my grandfather and grandmother's wedding anniversary soon, and I want to prepare a commemorative gift for them. But I didn't have enough points, so I went to collect my servant allowance."

Karun glanced at Richard. If it weren't for the special closeness he felt towards him, Karun would really doubt if he was Mr. Eisen's biological son.

Delong smiled and took out a passbook from his robe sleeve, placing it on the coffee table. "Take some points from here. I won't tell your grandmother, and you can give her a surprise later."

"Okay, grandfather." Richard obediently took the passbook.This passbook is used to store points, which Karun also has. However, he has never stored any points in it, and the team's income is distributed in cash form.

As a servant of the gods receiving only 100 points allowance per month, it would be foolish to deposit large amounts of points into the account.

"Thank goodness you were here today, Grandpa. Otherwise, the building would have collapsed completely, and many people would have died."

"Our department is having a meeting today," Delong nodded. "Yes, thank goodness."

Is it really fortunate?

The department responsible for maintaining the formation happened to be having a meeting in this building when it was about to collapse?

"So, Grandpa, was it all staged?" Richard asked.

Delong glanced at Karun sitting across from him and shook his head. "No, the church would not stoop so low as to use such methods."

"Why not?" Richard continued to ask.

Delong seemed unwilling to continue this topic and said, "Didn't you say you wanted to join the Order of the Whip?"

"Yes, Grandpa, did you finally agree?"

"I never opposed it. Many big shots have risen through the ranks of the Order of the Whip, and the higher-ups also value the resume of the Order of the Whip. I have always supported your choice, but the team I chose for you..."

"That Captain Gengdi, the way he showed respect to you and me last time we met, I really don't like it. I feel that following such a captain is boring and does not conform to my imagination of the Order of the Whip. I still want to join the team that just transferred from Sangpu City. I heard about them when I was accompanying my mother in Sangpu. They recently made great contributions, wiped out two lost teams, eliminated those polluters, and even obtained Lux copper coins."

"Those two lost teams may not have been beyond saving," Delong reminded.

"In that situation, everything should be resolved in the most decisive way!" Richard said, "It's more satisfying to be in a team with this kind of style!"

It is clear that as a young person, he is very obsessed with the style of the Neo team.

Karun suddenly felt like laughing. His cousin actually wants to join the team he is in.

"Do you know how they describe this team above? They call them a group of hunting dogs," Delong said.

"Grandpa, I think being described as a group of hunting dogs is the biggest praise for this team. I hope to join this team for training, and I also believe that Grandpa will see a different me in the future."This was the advantage of having a powerful family background. In the past, Dingkom and Pike could only drink soda and sit in the funeral home, staring at the sky in a daze.

But not only could Richard directly arrange for himself to join the Order Whip Squad and get a golden position, but he could also pick and choose based on this foundation.

The more Richard talked, the more excited he became. In order to persuade his grandfather to help him, he continued:

"Grandpa, don't you want me to find a stable girlfriend and get married soon? I know you're not satisfied with my mother only having me. Don't you want to see your great-grandchildren sooner?"

"Of course I do, but what does that have to do with you joining the Order Whip Squad?"

"It's related, very related!"

Richard stood up, very excited and admiring, and said:

"I heard that the last mission this squad was responsible for was the security of Dark Moon Island, and then one of their members successfully made the princess of Dark Moon Island go back with a big belly!"

"..." Karun.

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More to come tonight!

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