This is merely an internal conflict; as always, he has no choice. The Magic Potion has been bestowed upon him, and whether he likes it or not, he must drink it. This is also the Nether God's Court's way of testing his loyalty. Once you've taken the Nether God's Blessing, it's impossible to betray the Nether God's Court. Although he doesn't know what's inside it, that's what's recorded in the scriptures.

This has always been the reason he hesitated to drink it, pondering whether to consult Miss Virgo or Mr. Cancer and come up with a solution, or if all else fails, to run away. After all, he's either running or preparing to run.

The Five Claw Island is particularly lively at night, especially with the recent spread of news about the emergence of the Wish Book, attracting more and more adventurers into the Netherworld Sea. Naturally, as an important transit station, Five Claw Island becomes bustling. Nobles, secret organizations, all interested in the Wish Book with great enthusiasm, despite knowing the competition will be immensely dangerous, the high rewards are still irresistible. Even traces of the Wish Book can now be traded for a considerable price.

Wish Book?

Cantona himself is not very interested. After so many years of adventures, even the most valuable secret items have been accompanied by storms of blood. The Wish Book, at this level, could trigger a national war. Who knows on whose unlucky territory it will appear.

Closing the window, Cantona took out the "Nether God's Blessing," a golden Magic Potion bottle engraved with the secret patterns of the Nether God. As an old Nether man, he could tell the authenticity with a touch. Cantona didn't open it; once opened, this kind of Magic Potion must be consumed immediately. When he got it from Luna Ray, he felt her envy and desire. It wasn't that Luna Ray wasn't coveting, but this kind of Magic Potion isn't something you can casually use. The one given to Cantona must be suitable for his current situation, both his physical and spiritual ability status, even the compatibility with the Divine Relic.

It had already been two days since he received this bottle of the Nether God's Blessing. The optimal time to take a Magic Potion is when both physical and spiritual ability status are at their peak, during a serene meditation, to maximize the fusion and digestion of the Magic Potion. But this was no excuse for continuous delay. If he postponed it any longer, he planned to first call Miss Virgo, this mysterious figure seemed well aware of the Church's secrets.

Knock, knock, knock knock...

A rhythmic knocking came, and Cantona's gaze instantly turned sharp. The Magic Potion on the table had been put away, and as Cantona stood up, he was extremely cautious. Even when the knocking sounded, he hadn't sensed any danger.

The knocking rhythm was a code agreed upon with the Death Church.

They had observed him for a while. Cantona didn't know what process they had gone through for that, but anyway, they remained at peace with each other. Cantona did not actively seek contact. At this moment, not changing anything is the best approach.

"Who is it? I didn't request any service." Cantona said through the door.

"Honored sir, we have sensed the needs in your heart, willing to guide you to the eternal other shore, where the flowers of the other shore are about to bloom." A crisp voice sounded at the door.

Cantona opened the door. Standing there was a little boy, in islander attire, his skin tanned and cracked, his eyes shining with excitement. Seeing Cantona, he revealed a bright smile, "Sir, hello, I'm here to deliver something to you."

Cantona opened his Eye of Insight, the little boy before him was an ordinary person, no wonder he hadn't sensed a reaction in spiritual ability. "Who sent you?"

"A generous sir. He said the Deity will shelter His believers. You've been favored by the Deity. Your previous contributions have been recognized, and this is a reward for you. Please take it as soon as possible." As he spoke, the little boy carefully took out a small bronze bottle from his pocket.

Cantona's pupils contracted... Death Church's Magic Potion?

"What else did he say?" Cantona asked.

"He said, taking what's inside here will let you break through the bottleneck, achieve the long-desired promotion, and be sheltered by the Deity, after which everything will become clear." The little boy said with a smile.

…

Cantona looked expressionlessly at the Magic Potion bottle in his hand, his heart sinking into the abyss.

"Sir, can I go now?" The little boy said a bit anxiously, as he hadn't received the other half of his reward yet.

Cantona nodded, "Thank you."

"It's my honor to serve you. Goodbye, sir, good night, wish you sweet dreams." With that, the little boy hopped and skipped away merrily.

Cantona sensed his surroundings, closed the door, stared blankly for a while, then sat back down at the table, finding two Magic Potion bottles on the table.

One from the Nether God, one from the Death God.

What others long for, Cantona's fatal confession.

Two pieces.

Elsewhere, the little boy who had left the inn joyfully entered an alley to claim his other half of the reward, but the person in the black robe was gone. The boy wasn't anxious, as he could wait. He took out a silver coin from his pocket, happily caressing it. Even without the promised other one, he had already earned a lot this time. His coarse hand fondled it, the smile on his face growing larger, splitting at the ears. His body started to itch, scratching more, scratching, scratching...

In Dragon Capital, in the silent night, Li Xin sprawled out asleep, suddenly a familiar call came in his dream.

Li Xin descended beneath the stellar canopy, with the glorious zodiac twelve stars sparkling. As he sat on the recliner, looking at the familiar figure, Li Xin's posture naturally straightened.

Miss Aries arrived, Mr. Taurus arrived, Mr. Cancer arrived, soon Mr. Libra and Mr. Leo also arrived, other seats remained vacant.

Christian's gaze moved from Taurus to Virgo's seat, then withdrew.

"Good evening, everyone." The Round Table Conference began with Miss Aries' sweet, slightly excited voice.

"Hearing Miss Aries' voice is indeed a delightful thing," Cantona sincerely said, surviving another day.

"It's been a while since the Star Disc summoned us," Simmons said. He's been working hard lately, but life's still dull with people currying favor all around, surrounded by uninteresting beauties, always planning to visit Li Xin in Dragon Capital.

"Glad to see everyone." Batty said, although life in the mining area was monotonous and repetitive, the appearance of secret paths had changed his inner world completely, and wooden fish were gradually spreading in the mining area.

"Less small talk, let's start sharing." Christian said blandly.

Mr. Cancer seemed a bit aloof, but nobody minded, their eyes naturally fell on Miss Aries.

"I have two pieces of news to share. One is about the Wish Book, it has appeared in the Shadowy Sea Area. Some say important clues are in the hands of the Death Church." Estella said.

Everyone's hearts trembled; this sort of news was clearly a top secret, not something one could typically acquire, yet Miss Aries openly shared it.