Chapter 135: Atonement for Sin
Stockholm Cathedral, also known as St. Nicholas Church, is the oldest church in the Old Town of Stockholm, the capital of Sweden. It is adjacent to the Stockholm Palace and is the western apex of the Royal Palace Slope, the main access route to the palace.

Famous streets such as the Cathedral Slope, the Main Guard Balcony, and the Narrow Channel are located on its north and west sides respectively. To the south of the church is the Stockholm Stock Exchange Building, which faces the Great Square, where famous attractions such as the Swedish Academy, the Nobel Library and the Nobel Museum are located.

This church, which guards the royal city, has a history of 700 years. It has witnessed the rise and fall of Sweden. The Swedish government has never forgotten this landmark building. Under their operation, it has become one of the must-see attractions in Stockholm. Every summer, the number of people who come to the church to worship exceeds per day.

"Is this the place?" Chu Zihang stopped outside the church and looked carefully at the building in front of him.

The towering spire has a touch of peacock green, and its beauty can be vaguely felt even at night. The huge colorful glass paintings on the windows are full of the unique mystery of Gothic architecture, and they sparkle with dreamy light under the light in the distance.

"According to the information provided by Norma, Disif has a very good relationship with the current Bishop Anders, and comes here to attend worship every Sunday." Susie said softly.

"Are there mutual attraction between charlatans?" Chu Zihang rarely spoke up to complain, and Su Si beside him couldn't help but smile.

"That may be the case, but if he really gathered so many half-bloods, then the only places where they could hold a large-scale gathering would be the church and the earl's house, right?"

"Let's go in and take a look." Chu Zihang took a step and was about to walk towards the entrance of the church, but Susie stopped him and gently adjusted the wig on his head.

"It's a little messy, but it should be fine now." After tidying up, Susie showed a satisfied smile on her face.

At Gu Ye's reminder, Su Si also disguised herself and Chu Zihang. She would not give Chen Motong the opportunity to get closer to him. Chu Zihang now looked like a European or American, except for his eyes, which were still as calm as water.

"Thank you..." After a pause, Chu Zihang thanked Susie, and Susie nodded slightly.

After spending some time together, Chu Zihang was no longer as cold as before. When Susie occasionally approached him, he would not avoid her. It seemed that he had relaxed his vigilance towards Susie.

Although Su Si knew that she was just taking advantage of the mission to take advantage of the situation, it also meant that her efforts had not been in vain. At least Chu Zihang did not show any dislike for her.

So... the future is promising! Su Qian couldn't help but think so. If she keeps this momentum, maybe she can really take down Chu Zihang. Come on! You can do it!

"What's wrong with you? Are you still standing there in a daze?" Chu Zihang, who had walked to the front, turned around and looked at Su Si, who was standing there smiling foolishly, with some confusion.

Now Susie is wearing a short wig, carrying a backpack, a plaid shirt and loose jeans, with a silly smile on her face, looking like a neon otaku who is going to attend a comic convention.

"Oh! It's okay! I'll catch up right away!" Su Si, who had just reacted, hurriedly chased after Chu Zihang.

"Sorry, gentlemen...the church is not open to the public now." As soon as they reached the church gate, two security guards quickly came to Chu Zihang and Su Si and stopped them.

"Mr. Disive asked us to come." Chu Zihang calmly took out Disive's business card from his pocket and handed it to one of the security guards.

Stockholm Cathedral is open until about six in the afternoon, so it naturally does not receive guests at night. Its proximity to the royal palace and the academy makes it very difficult to sneak in, which is why Chu Zihang did not choose to sneak in but directly borrowed the name of Disif.

"Wait a moment... I'll go find the bishop." After checking the business card handed over by Chu Zihang, the security guard showed a hint of understanding on his face and spoke to the two of them.

"Is this okay? If Disif were here too..." Susie approached Chu Zihang and whispered in his ear.

"I have greeted Gu Ye, and... I prefer a more direct approach rather than waiting." Chu Zihang said.

Although Chu Zihang does not look like a reckless person, if Susie had carefully understood each of his missions, she might know why Principal Angers compared him to a weapon many times.

For Chu Zihang, the best way to infiltrate is to go straight in. As long as he kills everyone before being discovered, no one will discover him.

"Okay...ok." Seeing that Chu Zihang said so, Su Si could only accept her fate.

At this time, Bishop Anders finally appeared at the door of the church with the security guard. He looked a little old, and the years had left countless scars on his face, but his eyes were still bright.

"I didn't expect that Mr. Disif also arranged new compatriots to come here today." As soon as he saw Chu Zihang, Bishop Anders extended his hand to him enthusiastically. After shaking Chu Zihang's hand, he led the two into the church.

After entering the interior, the luxurious style of the Middle Ages is fully revealed. The high dome is a huge floating arch like a scaffolding. Under the dazzling chandelier, the red brick columns appear very magnificent.

A group of people wearing hoods and praying were sitting scattered on the seats on both sides. When they saw Bishop Anders coming, they just raised their heads and glanced at him, and then fell into devout prayer again. Under the leadership of Bishop Anders, Chu Zihang and Susie came to the main altar in the front. The silver altar in the center of the main altar was made of silver and ebony. Above the altar was a round stained glass window. There were 12 statues of the Virgin Mary with different expressions surrounding the statue in the middle, shining brightly under the lights.

On the left side of the column, a sculpture made of oak and elk horns caught Chu Zihang's eye. A knight wearing feathers and a battle suit was riding a warhorse without a saddle or stirrups, holding the reins in his left hand, with the horse's front hooves in the air. He held the spear tightly in his right hand, and the dragon that was stabbed fell on its back, with the horse's hind hooves stepping on the struggling dragon. The lifelike appearance made it seem as if the dragon would die under the spear in the next moment.

"This is the scene of St. George slaying the dragon..." Bishop Anders explained to Chu Zihang.

St. George, born in Palestine around 260 AD, was a Roman cavalry officer who was very brave and skilled in fighting. He was killed in 303 AD for trying to stop the persecution of Christians under Emperor Diocletian. He was canonized by Pope Gelasius I in 494 AD.

In the world of hybrids, he is also one of the few advanced hybrids who has a record of defeating dragons head-on. Chu Zihang, as a student of Kassel College, is of course very clear about this.

"This is the masterpiece that the Swedes are most proud of. It is also the moment when mankind is closest to angels." Bishop Anders turned his head with a hint of excitement in his eyes.

"Close to angels?" Susie asked doubtfully. How could a hybrid be related to angels?
"It seems that Lord Disif did not explain it clearly to you. It doesn't matter... After confirming that you are compatriots, you can participate in the next ceremony." Bishop Anders clapped his hands, and everyone who was praying stopped immediately.

"Then it's time to verify your identity. Fellow God's people, please show us the proof that you have been chosen by God!"

Everyone raised their heads at the same moment, and in an instant the entire church became bright and dazzling, but it was not the light brought by the crystal chandeliers, but... dozens of pairs of golden eyes!
No wonder Bishop Anders had no doubt at all. Even if someone wanted to sneak in here by borrowing Disif's identity, he would be torn to pieces in an instant if he was not a hybrid.

"It's your turn, compatriots." Bishop Anders looked at Susie and Chu Zihang.

"I understand." Chu Zihang closed his eyes, and when he opened them again, his eyes were dyed with bright gold.

"Very good... Then let's welcome our new compatriots! Everyone!" Seeing that Susie and Chu Zihang had no problem, Bishop Anders was the first to applaud. Suddenly, countless applause rang out, and everyone began to pay their most sincere respects to the arrival of their new compatriots.

"Please sit here first, and you will understand everything next." Pointing to the bench beside him, Bishop Anders spoke to the two.

"Then... let's begin this ceremony..." Bishop Anders whispered something to the priest beside him.

After a while, the priest brought a blindfolded girl, and at the signal of Bishop Anders, the girl was placed in front of the altar.

On the other side, another priest came to the altar holding a huge holy grail. The huge holy grail was placed on the ground. Anders slowly walked to the holy grail and spoke to everyone.

"This is my blood, shed for the masses, to atone for sins." Bishop Anders murmured like a prayer, and the people under the altar began to repeat it.

This is... the Gospel of Matthew? Chu Zihang recalled the source of this sentence in his mind.

"What the Lord means is that if you want to become an angel again, you need to be promoted again during your fall." As he spoke, Bishop Anders picked up a dagger beside him and cut his wrist, and blood continued to flow into the Holy Grail.

"Satan himself is also an angel, but his path to ascension was unsuccessful. However... now with the revelation of Master Dicefor, we will not repeat the same mistake again."

As Bishop Anders spoke, the people around him gradually moved closer to the Holy Grail and cut their wrists one after another.

"The blood of sins will be cleansed here, and we will be forgiven."

More and more blood gathered, and the huge holy grail was gradually filled. One of the men seemed to be shaking constantly due to excessive blood loss. His hood slipped from his head, revealing his hideous face and golden eyes full of cruelty.

"Next, it's time for purification..." As he spoke, Bishop Anders came to the girl, and under his guidance, the girl approached the Holy Grail.

"Drink it...it will lead you to heaven."

So that's what they meant? Chu Zihang finally understood what Bishop Anders wanted to do. He quietly reached out to the backpack behind him and held Murasame.

"I almost forgot that we still have two compatriots who have not yet performed the ritual. You must have been troubled by sin for a long time, right? Come... Release the blood of sin, and you will regain a clear mind."

"And after that... I will give you the purified blood again." Bishop Anders looked at Chu Zihang and Susie with a kind smile on his face.

(End of this chapter)