Firearms in a Fantasy World

Translator: Cinder Translations

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After rescuing Earl Maltz Kent, Bennett made several more visits to Bailan Castle.

He revealed to Earl Kent that one of the Arcane Order's ultimate goals was to allow wizards to openly walk in the sunlight. To achieve this, they needed to eliminate the colossal obstacle that was the church. The church's hatred for wizards and magic was well-known, manipulating public opinion to link them with ancient demonic legends, thus instilling fear of wizards in the populace.

Hence, the church had to be toppled.

However, the church was deeply rooted and widespread across the continent. The Arcane Order's power was like ants compared to the elephantine church.

To confront the church openly would be suicidal. Thus, if open confrontation was impossible, they would resort to covert methods. The high ranks of the Arcane Order devised a vast and meticulous plan.

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Bennett's last visit had been six months ago, before Giles launched his rebellion in the south.

During this meeting, Bennett finally revealed one part of the plan to Earl Kent: to incite internal strife within the Kingdom of Aldor.

Earl Kent racked his brains but couldn't understand the connection between sparking unrest in Aldor and toppling the church. He voiced his doubts.

Bennett immediately fixed him with a warning gaze.