Chapter 1149 - 1149

Although he claimed he wasn't into these clichés.

But Dirk Carter greatly enjoyed the applause.

He waved his hand again, quieting the applause.

He pointed at a middle-aged woman sitting in the front row.

The middle-aged woman immediately stood up excitedly.

"Dear Madam, it's my first time meeting you. Are you new here?"

The woman promptly turned to face everyone present and said, "Hello everyone, let me introduce myself first. My name is Estelle Ford. I moved to Greenhill Street four months ago, and it was from then that I came into contact with The Astral Sect..."

The following time.

Became Estelle Ford's storytelling time.

According to her, she was a sanitation worker, her husband suffered a stroke and was bedridden for years, and her son was still in college. All the burdens of the family fell on her shoulders, and she was almost in despair over life.

With the help of The Astral Sect.

Her husband miraculously recovered.

Now, with her husband sharing the burdens of life, things are getting better.

This story.

Naturally, drew applause from the group of enthusiastic believers.

Dirk Carter and Athena Meyer exchanged smiles.

A stroke can be cured.

If true, it should earn a Nobel Prize in medicine.

To be blunt.

These people are shills.

The purpose is to deceive and sway minds.

"Well, Estelle's experience tells us that as long as we follow our Astral Sect, all difficulties can be overcome. There is nothing our Ron Linden Astral cannot achieve..."

After such "passionate" rhetoric.

Dirk Carter began teaching and delivering sermons.

Everyone took out a book.

This book was precisely the "Astral Scripture" found at Frederick Eames's house before.

The first half mainly discussed how Ron Linden was possessed by the gods, becoming God's manifestation in the world. The second half relied on some empty rhetoric to begin manipulating people's minds.

These clearly sounded like deceptive rhetoric.

But these people praised them as holy words.

The lesson lasted about an hour.

Dirk Carter was about to yawn listening.

Finally.

Everyone in a chaotic ritual.

Ended this lesson.

Just when he thought it was about to finish.

Dirk Carter suddenly rose slowly.

Scanning a glance over everyone present.

He said, "There is actually another purpose for attending our Greenhill Church's sermon today, which is to select four Holy Daughters. I presume everyone already knows about this. If anyone wishes to become a Holy Daughter, you can stand up now."

Once these words were spoken.

In a flurry.

Quite a few of those on meditation mats immediately stood up.

At least twenty women stood up in a flash.

These people appeared fairly young, and one not far from Dirk seemed to be less than twenty years old.

"Auntie, what is this Holy Daughter?"

Dirk was somewhat bewildered.

He lowered his voice and asked Auntie beside him.

The auntie said mysteriously, "This Holy Daughter is to receive the Saint's guidance. Once you become a Holy Daughter, you can live without illness, enjoy a long life, and after death ascend to The Celestial Realm to accompany the gods. Have you heard the story of the Seven Fairies? These women actually become Holy Daughters."

Oh wow.

This is some bizarre rhetoric.

Dirk Carter was baffled.

At this time.

Dirk Carter began selecting among the standing women.

Soon enough.

Three women were already selected.

These three women were undoubtedly quite attractive and had good figures.

After all, everyone was just ordinary folks; there weren't that many beauties.

After a glance around.

Dirk Carter set his gaze on Athena Meyer.

With a point of his finger, he said, "Fellow believer, don't you want to be a Holy Daughter?"

Athena Meyer was about to refuse.

Auntie immediately became excited.

She said to Athena Meyer, "Athena, stand up quickly. Becoming a Holy Daughter is a tremendous honor. If the Saint guides you, you will fear nothing in the future."

At this moment.

Dirk Carter already arrived in front of her.

He sized up Athena Meyer, a hint of lewdness flashing in his eyes.

From that look alone, it was clear something was off.

"Saint, sir, this is our first time attending the sermon today. We aren't very familiar with the doctrine. Plus, my girlfriend isn't feeling well because her period came today. Could we trouble you to guide her next time?"

Dirk Carter reacted quickly.

He promptly stood up and respectfully said to the Saint.

Upon hearing this.

Disappointment flickered across Dirk Carter's face.

But he still smiled and said, "Alright, since you're new believers, you should learn more about our doctrine first."

After leaving these words.

He turned and left.

Once Dirk Carter sat down.

Athena Meyer immediately came close, whispered, "I don't have my period?"

Dirk Carter smiled slightly.

He said, "I did it to protect you. You'll understand later."

Athena Meyer was not chosen.

Dirk Carter was helpless too.

He selected another from the crowd.

After gathering four.

These four women followed behind Dirk Carter and left the venue, heading up the stairs to the second floor.

The young man who had been standing by.

Brought out a large box from inside.

Placed it at the front, and shouted loudly, "The sermon is over; now you can make your sacrifices to redeem your sins..."

As soon as he said this.

A middle-aged man took out a wad of money, probably seventy or eighty thousand, and dropped it into the box in front.

The others did the same.

One by one, they took out cash and tossed it into the box, each one looking more devout than the last.

"Auntie, what's this all about?"

Dirk asked.

At this moment, the auntie also took out a few thousand yuan.

She said, "According to our doctrine, money is the root of all evil. You must give it to the church to redeem your sins. The more you give, the lighter your past life's sins, and the more blessings you enjoy in this life. So after each sermon, everyone makes sacrifices. Dirk, Athena, you should also toss in some money; it's good for you."

The atmosphere was set.

It wouldn't make sense for the two not to contribute money.

Dirk Carter and Athena Meyer also threw all the cash they had into the box.

After the final ceremony was over.

This gathering came to an end.

On the way back.

Dirk Carter and Athena Meyer still heard various praises for Dirk Carter.

As if this guy really was some divine being descended to the mortal world.

At the alley entrance.

The two expressed their gratitude to Auntie Wang.

Once Auntie Wang had left.

Dirk Carter grabbed Athena Meyer, asked, "Do you want to try something thrilling with me?"

Upon hearing these words.

Athena Meyer blushed.

She murmured, "I'll follow your lead..."