Chapter 1147 - 1147

On the cover of the book, four large characters were prominently displayed: "Astral Scripture."

Astral?

Dirk Carter's mind buzzed.

He immediately recalled the words that had appeared on a piece of paper from Ewan Forrest when he burned the notebook left by Dylan Tate.

At that time, he thought this "Astral" was someone's name.

Unexpectedly, "Astral" was actually associated with a book.

Could it merely be a coincidence?

The so-called "Astral" in Dylan Tate's notebook and this one are completely different?

In a flash.

Dirk Carter's thoughts flitted through his mind countless times.

Then.

He opened the pages of the book.

And was once again stunned.

On the title page was written a line: "May all in this world be free from suffering, and ascend to bliss ——— Ron Linden."

Ron Linden?

This name had also appeared on that burned piece of paper.

This time, Dirk Carter was certain.

The "Astral" written in this book had the same meaning as the "Astral" hidden in Dylan Tate's notebook.

He continued to flip through.

The contents before his eyes were quite bizarre.

Claiming to be religious texts, much of the content was illogical.

Claimed to be a book of "enlightenment," yet filled with religious ideologies.

The more Dirk Carter read, the more he felt that this book was filled with tricks used by some cult organization to deceive people.

"What is this?"

Dirk Carter asked.

Athena Meyer said: "This book is the inner tome of the Astral Sect, which has been quite popular in recent years. Many in our government departments are secretly practicing it, and its spread is quite extensive."

"The Astral Sect? How come I've never heard of it?"

Dirk Carter asked.

Athena Meyer chuckled.

Saying: "We are staunch materialists, naturally we wouldn't be swayed by these so-called scriptures. Only people like Frederick Eames would believe in such far-fetched writings."

"Is the Astral Sect prevalent in Novaria State?"

Dirk Carter asked.

Athena Meyer furrowed her brow, thinking for a moment, then said: "Not quite, in Novaria State it's not that severe, but next door in Serenity State, it seems more serious. You're from Serenity State, you know that place tends to be... more respectful of traditional culture, so naturally, books like this spread more easily. Oh, I just remembered, I've heard people say that the founder of the Astral Sect, Ron Linden, is your fellow countryman, also from Serenity State."

Ron Linden? Astral Sect?

To be honest, these words would not stir any waves in Dirk Carter's heart at all.

But the reality was different.

These words, Dirk Carter had seen them in the notebook left by Dylan Tate.

Moreover, Rasco Shaw had always wanted to get that notebook.

The hidden schemes within.

Forced Dirk Carter to be suspicious.

"What's wrong, leader?"

Seeing Dirk Carter's serious expression, Athena Meyer asked in confusion.

At first, Dirk Carter didn't hear her, Athena asked again, and only then did he respond, saying: "I'm fine, just thinking about something else. How do you know so much about the Astral Sect, do you have someone around you studying it?"

Athena Meyer nodded.

Saying: "I have a neighbor who is in the Astral Sect, always acting mysterious, saying that practicing ten times a day, after ten years, one can ascend to the Astral Realm, with endless food, drink, and merriment..."

"Do you know where these people usually practice?"

Dirk Carter asked again.

Athena Meyer nodded, saying: "I know, one time she insisted on taking me, I refused, but I know where it is, and I also know they hold gatherings at midnight."

"Alright, I have a task for you, arrange it, take me to listen in tonight."

Athena Meyer paused.

Her gaze was filled with doubt as she looked at Dirk Carter.

"What is it?"

Dirk Carter asked, seeing her expression.

Athena Meyer waved her hands, saying: "Leader, I'm really surprised, I didn't think you'd be interested in such things."

"Interested? I'm just worried there might be a problem with this."

"Even if there's a problem, it's a job for the national security or anti-religion department, what's it got to do with us in the disciplinary committee?"

"Just go ahead and arrange it."

Dirk Carter said impatiently.

Athena Meyer pouted.

Saying: "I'll arrange it, but what about what you owe me, when will you pay me back?"

"What do I owe you?"

"It's... it's about that thing we arranged at the Upper Lake District Police Precinct entrance that day..."

Athena Meyer's face turned bright red.

Dirk Carter scratched his head, asking: "What did I arrange with you? I don't remember."

"You... you..."

Athena Meyer wanted to say but couldn't.

After stuttering for a while, she shook her arm, saying: "Forget it, if you don't remember, then forget it..."

Hearing this, Dirk Carter laughed loudly.

Saying: "There's no one else here, what's there to be afraid of saying, wasn't it just about having some fun? You help me get this done right, and I'll promise your due compensation, how about double?"

Athena Meyer's face blushed red.

She nodded and happily turned away.

Around eleven-thirty that night.

Dirk Carter met up with Athena Meyer as planned.

When he got out of the car.

There was a plainly dressed old lady standing next to Athena Meyer.

This person was the neighbor Athena Meyer had mentioned before.

"Auntie Wang, this is him, he is attending your gathering with me today."

Athena Meyer pointed to Dirk Carter and said.

Auntie Wang looked Dirk Carter up and down.

Frowning, she asked: "Athena, who is this young man?"

Dirk Carter reacted quickly, immediately putting his arm around Athena Meyer's waist, saying: "Auntie, let me introduce myself, I'm Dirk Carter, Athena's boyfriend."

Upon hearing the boyfriend status.

Auntie Wang immediately beamed with joy.

Of course.

There was also a flicker of surprise on Athena Meyer's face, followed by a shy nod, saying: "Yes, Auntie Wang, he is my boyfriend."

"Dirk Carter! What a nice name, I'll just call you Dirk. Dirk, Athena here is a good girl, it's just... just that her fate hasn't been good, I'm glad she's finally got a boyfriend now."

Auntie Wang said excitedly, shaking Dirk Carter's hand.

Sure enough.

A close relationship.

Quickly narrows the distance between two people.

Dirk Carter's tactic worked quickly.

"Young man, let me ask you, what made you consider joining our Astral Sect?"

It was clear that Auntie Wang was quite alert.

While Athena Meyer was thinking about how to respond.

Dirk Carter said: "Auntie, I won't lie to you, my mom's health has not been good lately, we've been to numerous hospitals, to no avail, then I heard the Astral Sect is very effective, so I thought it was worth a try. If it works, I'll have my mom learn too..."