Exorcist's Self-Cultivation

The reason I chose the Vanity Sect was because one of their people set their sights on Alex.

They wanted to marry Alex.

Yet, Alex was Minette's reincarnation.

This was undeniable.

No one would believe there was no connection between the two.

"What a pity,"

said Du Wei with a sigh after hanging up the phone in the car.

He thought to himself, "If the Evil Spirit me hadn't logged off, I could now use a gentler approach to lure Mercer out, turn him into my puppet, and have him find that person."

"Even, I could transform into the Evil Spirit Du Wei and attack the Vanity Sect directly."

"I always felt that my trump card was insufficient."

"But now, I think the real problem lies with me."

"I wish there was another me in this world to take care of other matters."

At this critical moment,

already exhausted to the bone, Du Wei had to push on and deal with even more issues.

His fatigue was beyond the comprehension of ordinary people.

And likewise, beyond what they could bear.

Just then,

suddenly,

Du Wei's cell phone rang again.

The caller was Frobin.

The moment he picked up, the other party said, "Brother-in-law, I'm on my way to the family, but I heard from Uncle Lawrence that you've already left?"

Du Wei replied calmly, "Yes, what's the matter?"

Frobin said, "It's about the Cult organization. You previously asked me to shift the faith of the Everlasting Flower. I've prepared the statutes, and I want to discuss some specific ideas with you."

Hearing this,

Du Wei rubbed his head, nearly forgetting that in this world, there existed a Cult organization that worshiped him.

He had designated Frobin to take control of this organization and turn it into his force, unaware of the progress it had made until now.

So,

he said, "I'm almost at the airport. Send me the statutes by email, and we'll discuss the ideas over the phone."

Frobin could tell that Du Wei was not in a great mood.

Knowing the situation with Alex, he tactfully said, "That's right, we need to rename the Everlasting Flower, then craft a new divine image and take care of the matter of divine revelation."

"Regarding the divine image, you've mentioned before about making a statue of a man wearing a mask."

"As for the divine revelation, only you can manage that. I have no concrete means here, unless we fabricate one."

"And about the name, do you have any good suggestions? Or we could choose any name, as long as it clearly dissociates with you."

Frobin's serious tone on the other end indicated he took to heart the task Du Wei had given him.

But that was in the past.

In the days of the Victorian Era, within Hell's Gate,

the Evil Spirit Du Wei forcibly twisted the Veda Sect into a Cult where everything pointed to it.

Although the concept of 'Armored Divinity Ascension' was merely a deception to dethrone the Demon God,

the Evil Spirit Du Wei held no interest in becoming divine.

He was his own god.

But Du Wei felt that this issue could be delved into deeper.

As a human, if he chose 'Armored Divinity Ascension', he would essentially become something other than himself.

However, he still had another identity he could manipulate.

That is—His Excellency the Duke.

With this thought,

Du Wei spoke into the phone, "Here's the deal, our religious organization is not a Cult, and this is something you must understand clearly."

Frobin replied with an attentive hum, "Go on, brother-in-law."

Continuing, Du Wei said, "I'll give you an inspiration, 'Duke'."

"Duke? Brother-in-law, what do you mean?"

"Let's name it something related to the duke, to let the cultists know their god is named after the duke."

In this world.

Very few people knew about the duke.

The Dusk Bell's Matthew, four hunters from the church, and some members of the Vanity Sect might be aware, but beyond them, the name had long become taboo.

The church knew that Du Wei was the duke.

But others were unaware of this.

Therefore, they could exploit this situation.

Additionally, it would let the people of the Vanity Sect know that His Excellency the Duke had returned. By the time Du Wei's undercover plan was implemented, this organization exclusive to him would serve as evidence.

On the other end of the phone.

Frobin thought for a moment and said, "Brother-in-law, what do you think of Duke Bai's Cult?"

Du Wei responded offhandedly, "I think it's acceptable."

As he spoke, he added, "Also, ensure that the icon is made with me wearing the mask, and make sure the mask can be taken off if needed."

"The mask must have no facial features, aside from the eyes," he specified.

"Understood, brother-in-law. Is there anything else I should pay attention to?"

"Hmm... add an envelope as well, let the icon hold an envelope in its hand."

...

Around 2 o'clock in the morning.

The plane touched down at St. Bodia Airport.

Lately, Du Wei's daily routine had become thoroughly disordered.

All his activities took place at night.

Just stepping out of the airport, the retired Mrs. Senna was already waiting outside with others, along with a car arranged for transportation.

"Welcome back, Lord Duwei," Mrs. Senna and the others bowed slightly.

Now, Du Wei held a high position in the church, being among the most powerful and core members.

Therefore, whether it was Mrs. Senna or others, their attitude towards him was much more respectful than before.

Invisibly.

This seemed very formal.

For a moment, Du Wei couldn't help feeling a sense of distance, and he could only nod and say, "Let's go."

Mrs. Senna personally opened the car door for him, welcomed him in, and then went to another car.

Preparing a separate car was the respect the church owed to Du Wei.

...

Soon, they arrived at St. Bodia Cathedral.

In the middle of the night, there were still people from the church patrolling in secret.

Du Wei was dressed in a priest's attire.

He walked step by step up the stairs.

After entering the cathedral, he was greeted by bright lights.

Hunter Kane stood inside, his face full of humility, looking at Du Wei as one would regard a senior, with Archbishop Skadi standing beside him.

At this moment.

Archbishop Skadi's emotions were complicated.

Seeing Du Wei before him reminded him of the man's first visit to the church, and now there was a gap in status between them.

Yet, he felt no envy, only a sense of reflection.

"Welcome back, Lord Duwei," Archbishop Skadi placed his right hand over his chest and bowed in greeting.

Du Wei nodded at him and said, "How are the preparations going?"

Archbishop Skadi replied, "Please rest assured, everything is ready. Once you leave the church, we will release the news of your defection to ensure the plan is foolproof."

Du Wei said calmly, "Thank you for helping me this time; I'll remember it."

For the first time, he felt a degree of acknowledgment towards the church.

Others helping oneself was not to be taken for granted.

If the church encounters troubles in the future, he would also help the church through difficult times.

Then, Du Wei turned his head to Kane, "Let's go, we shall see the Blood of Jesus."