Chapter 1694: The Knight

"Yes!" Rupert responded, transforming into a bat and disappearing around the corner. Soon, the distinctive screech of bats echoed from ahead. When Leo reached the wooden door around the corner, the two guards had already collapsed to the ground. Rupert, now in human form, had blood at the corner of his mouth, indicating he had fed on the guards. Leo hesitated briefly before pushing open the wooden door. The creaking sound of the door seemed to carry the weight of history. As the door opened, a vast church came into view. The walls were equipped with special lighting, illuminating the entire space. In the center, rows of neatly arranged seats led up to a large altar, where a massive bronze statue of Jesus crucified stood. The walls on either side of the statue were adorned with religious murals. Apart from Leo and Rupert, the church was empty. "Rupert, why did you bring me to this empty church?" Leo asked coldly. "Sir, this should be House Rupert's main cathedral. According t