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As a 7-star Energized Plant, the Screaming Pepper possessed a wide area attack skill with a diameter of nearly 10 squares and not only did it have a short cooldown, but it also dealt high damage.

A crowded tactic meant nothing before it.

The only effective combat strategy left was probably long-range attacks, yet due to the Screaming Pepper's defensive power, there weren't many archers who could inflict damage on it.

What was most crucial was its mobility was equally strong, and without anyone to restrain it head-on, once it charged in and disrupted the formation, the resulting casualties were severe.

The nearby Knights understood this as well, and among them were no shortage of those who were fearless in the face of death.

However, their Witches did not possess a Spell to bind voices, and charging forward recklessly was merely presenting themselves for the slaughter.

Therefore, when some stepped forward and rushed toward that pepper, it shocked many, but when they saw only three young-looking Witches had made the move, they became worried for them.

However, what happened next was beyond everyone's expectations.

The Screaming Pepper, upon seeing enemies approach, did not hesitate to launch a screaming attack again, yet this time, its previously unrivaled killing move unexpectedly failed.

The Ouroboros Serpent and the others were somewhat affected, their movements hesitating under the sonic blast, but they quickly regained their balance.

The first to charge at the Screaming Pepper was still the Hellhound, and the purple-haired girl stepped forward, swinging her Curved Blade.

This golden weapon, known as the Blazing Scimitar, had an attack bonus of 67 points and also carried a burning effect,

inflicting an additional 16 HP loss per second to those hit, as well as reducing the target's fire resistance and increasing the wielder's fire damage by 40%.

In addition, Ma Lu had also temporarily lent his Chef's Knife to the purple-haired girl, and together with other equipment, Virtual Items, and enhancement Spells, the Hellhound dealt a whopping 326 points of damage with this single strike!

The Screaming Pepper's HP bar, which exceeded 20,000 points, suddenly didn't seem so long anymore.

In fact, after that, it was almost constantly being whittled down by the Hellhound and others, whereas the damage Screaming Pepper caused through its screams was quickly replenished by the Bliss Bird.

Ma Lu felt that his luck might have turned.

The two major monsters he encountered tonight, the 6-star Burdock Ninja and the 7-star Screaming Pepper he currently faced, both belonged to the category of strong offence but weak defense.

Such types of enemies, once their attacks were ineffective, were easier to deal with compared to other Energized Plants of the same level.

Even though the Screaming Pepper increased the frequency and intensity of its screams after its HP dropped below 30%,

the passive Skill of the Hellhound was also triggered, and its attack speed and damage climbed again.

Soon, the Screaming Pepper's HP slid all the way down to less than 400 points, and Ma Lu, who had been watching eagerly, decisively took action.

To ensure a high success rate, he even swapped for a new Energy Storage Gem. It cost him nearly a third of his energy to finally stun the Screaming Pepper.

Ma Lu then, under everyone's gaze, stuffed the Screaming Pepper into the Collection Bag.

Afterward, he shamelessly went over to where Li Wei had fought earlier and collected from the Chinese Toon Dancer his Witch had killed, filling his plastic bag to the brim.

Ma Lu glanced at the Traveler's Bracelet on his wrist to see the timer had less than 20 minutes remaining.

However, he didn't immediately use the Σ139+ virus, but instead gestured for Yun Que and the other Witches to come over.

He then fished out a personal terminal he had borrowed from Yong Yi and tapped on it a few times.

The next moment, the Ring of Order emitted a beeping sound and fell off the necks of the four, breaking into two halves.

Yun Que froze, staring at the metallic ring now in two pieces at her feet, still somewhat confused by the situation.

And the Ouroboros Serpent's eyelids twitched violently, it was not just them, all the witches present at that moment gained their freedom.

Seeing this scene, most of the knights and witches around showed a look of befuddlement, only Li Wei, who knew that Ma Lu had already obtained the highest authority of the Holy Temple City, vaguely guessed what was happening and scolded angrily. Experience new tales on My Virtual Library Empire

"Do you realize what foolish thing you've done?!"

"I do," Ma Lu said, "I gave my team freedom!"

"Look around you, did you release only your teammates?!" Li Wei said urgently.

"Ah, really? Sorry, my hand just slipped."

"..."

"Just kidding, how could that be possible? If I had released only the four of them, a person like you would definitely come after them later," Ma Lu said.

"You understand nothing; the Church strictly controls witches for a reason," Li Wei said sternly.

"Uh, are you talking about the Red Dragon?" Ma Lu shrugged, "Somebody mentioned it to me in the library before, but to be honest, I'm not particularly concerned.

"Both sides seem to have their reasons, and I'm not a local, so I don't have a stake in this matter and do not wish to be a judge.

"I just hope my friends can be a little happier. As for what happens after they die, whether a new Red Dragon is born to rule over mankind, or the witches are enslaved again, I have no objections."

Ma Lu paused and continued, "I also know that it's impossible for different races with historical grievances to let go of their conflicts and prejudices and fully accept each other.

"But I still hope that both sides can at least maintain restraint and keep up a facade of peace and respect."

"Why should I listen to you?" Li Wei scoffed in response.

"Because I am the Savior sent by the Master of Order to end this catastrophe and save the Holy Temple City."

As Ma Lu spoke, he casually pointed towards the city wall nearby, which had been smashed open, revealing a large hole.

The next moment, a cube shaped stone measuring 4m x 4m x 4m appeared out of thin air, blocking the hole.

Li Wei could no longer contain his amazement. Xi Mu was not a witch and couldn't use spells, so how did this large stone appear?

Moreover, Li Wei searched his memory and could not recall any spell capable of creating such a perfectly regular block of stone.

It seemed there was no other explanation but a miracle.

However, compared to Ma Lu's identity, the other half of the news he revealed was undoubtedly even more significant.

"Are you saying you have a way to save the Holy Temple City?"

"Of course," Ma Lu paused and then added, "Well, fifty-fifty, I'm not entirely sure, but if you don't believe me, you only have a dead end.

"And my request is simple, the Holy Temple City needs to reaccept the witches, not as weapons or expendables, but as allies and companions.

Ma Lu then pointed at the Hellhound, "Captain Martin is dead, your appointment as the head of the Sacred Order of Knights is a sure thing. How about giving her the position of deputy head?

"Hmm, it would be best to also allocate a few positions within the Church to witches, but I will go there personally to discuss that later."

After obtaining Yong Yi's authority, Ma Lu in theory could now issue divine edicts, and the Order Church was well-trained by Yong Yi, which he could feel from the moment he stepped down from The Great Tower.

Although he did not understand, those monks still cooperated very well, satisfying all his demands, so Ma Lu looked around, the only variable remaining was Li Wei.