Starting from the Burgundy Bar, about ten minutes later, another shootout occurred at a certain location, with seven fatalities.
Half an hour later, according to residents nearby, a shootout also took place in a certain building, with continuous gunshots and twelve fatalities.
Two hours later, it was another building, where a fierce bombing occurred, resulting in nine fatalities.
Three hours later, a shootout happened in a guest room at a certain hotel, with four fatalities…
In a room, a man in uniform was recounting yesterday's events to the police officers in front of him. His pen paused on the only photograph on the blackboard, which showed a man in a black suit.
He spoke up to this point in one breath, then tapped the photo and continued.
"All the deceased were members of the Vance gang. The killer is extremely dangerous and came with a purpose. He destroyed all cameras that could have captured him, damaging the storage USB drives and most of the storage devices. He also wore a mask that covered most of his face and a hat that covered his upper face.
So, unfortunately, we can only use this photograph to track down who this killer is, even though he only killed bad people…"
Pluto Church.
A man who appeared to be in his thirties was confiding in a certain Father.
"Father York, some trivial matters have been bothering and confusing me lately. I don't know how to deal with these minor issues."
York stood before him, with a calm expression and a gentle tone, saying,
"I understand. Sometimes we overlook seemingly trivial matters, but they can still cause us trouble. Please tell me the specific problems you are facing, or what trivial matters are causing you confusion."
The man took a deep breath and said,
"Father, there have been some minor disputes between me and my neighbor. We argued over parking, and our relationship has become strained. I don't know what action I should take to resolve this issue."
York's mouth twitched slightly, not understanding why such a simple matter required him, but as a dedicated Father, he still answered the believer's question in a Fatherly tone.
"I see. As the Lord's spokesperson, I can offer you a sincere suggestion. Would you like to hear it?"
The man nodded.
"I would, Father."
Hearing this, York maintained his tone.
"First, in dealing with trivial matters, understanding and tolerance are very important.
You can try to sit down with your neighbor for a sincere conversation, explain your views and feelings, and try to find a compromise solution. Documenting parking rules and sharing them with your neighbor might be a good starting point.
At the same time, you should also learn to be tolerant and understanding of others, and try to avoid letting trivial matters affect your daily interactions."
"…"
Finally, the man took several banknotes and put them into the offering box in front of the Jesus Statue, then left contentedly, leaving behind the Father who regretted that no random quest had appeared.
"Finally, I can rest."
York looked at the few remaining believers sitting on the pews, praying with their eyes closed, shook his head, and sat down on a pew in the front, silently calling up his personal panel.
[York]
[Race: Human]
[Occupation: Father, Professor of Pharmacy, Doctor…]
[Overall Physique: 24 (Note: Average for ordinary people is 10)]
[Life: 109 / 109 (Note: Average for ordinary people is 10)]
[Spirit: 83 / 83 (Note: Average for ordinary people is 10)]
[Mana: 134 / 134 (Note: Recovers one point of Mana per minute)]
[Items: Basic Priest Robe, Defense 6, Durability: 6 / 10]
[…]
After some thought, York decided to add today's +0.5 points from completing the daily fixed quest and the +1 point from the previous random quest to his Mana value.
[Points added successfully]
[Mana value increased to 135.5 / 135.5]
[…]
Although Life value could be added, other stats also needed points. Life value was primary, but overall development was secondary, so that while being tough, there would also be matching damage, otherwise, one would only be slaughtered at will.
Listening to the prompt sound in his ear, York felt the slight increase in Mana within his body, closed his personal panel, and prepared to close his eyes for a rest.
However, before he could close his eyes for long, another female believer came over wanting to confess to him.
York had no choice but to become a loving Father again, praying in his heart for a random quest to appear, and said to the female believer,
"Please tell me your inner suffering and the sins for which you seek forgiveness."
Perhaps York's prayer had an effect, as a mechanical voice sounded in his ear.
[Random Quest Triggered]
[Please listen to the believer's confession]
[Quest Reward: +0.5]
[Accept / Decline]
[…]
Looking at the female believer in front of him, York's expression became even more benevolent, and he silently accepted the quest.
[Quest accepted successfully]
"…"
Upon seeing York's demeanor, the female believer's eyes showed deep remorse, and she said mournfully,
"Father, I have made a grave mistake. I have strayed from God's teachings. I have been arrogant and said many hurtful things. For this, I feel deeply regretful and guilty."
It was another ordinary problem. York raised his eyebrows slightly, but with a quest, he became even more patient.
"My child, God is merciful and forgiving.
When we realize our mistakes and regret them, He will accept our confession.
Please first sincerely repent to God, and then tell me the sins you have committed."
"…"
York continued these conversations between Father and believer until sunset, when candlelight was lit. Under the gaze of the Jesus Statue, he sat on a front pew, tallying his gains for the day.
As mentioned earlier, random quests are elusive and always triggered by something, so interactions between Father and believers naturally can trigger quests, and the probability is higher than ordinary events.
"Being a Father is not easy. It's more tiring than exorcism and fighting…"
York looked at the +7 available points at the bottom of the window, rubbing his tired face.
"Fortunately, I earned seven points. As long as there are points, everything is worth it…"
Thinking of this, York exhaled softly and chose to use all the points.
"First, add two points to Life value, three points to Overall Physique, and two points to Mana value…"
Without any hesitation, York added the points according to his thoughts.
[Points added successfully]
[Life value increased to 111 / 111]
[Overall Physique increased to 27]
[Mana value increased to 137.5 / 137.5]
[…]
Immediately, as the prompt sounded, York's personal panel instantly changed.
[York]
[Race: Human]
[Occupation: Father, Professor of Pharmacy, Doctor…]
[Overall Physique: 27 (Note: Average for ordinary people is 10)]
[Life: 111 / 111 (Note: Average for ordinary people is 10)]
[Spirit: 83 / 83 (Note: Average for ordinary people is 10)]
[Mana: 137.5 / 137.5]
[Items: Basic Priest Robe, Defense 6, Durability: 6 / 10]
[…]
The feeling of these three types merging exploded within York's body instantly.
First, with Overall Physique, a subtle yet powerful heat surged within his body, then spread to his limbs and bones.
Next was the increase in internal Mana and the refreshing vitality of Life value.
York instinctively shivered.
"Hiss! That's exhilarating…"