He hastily explained.
Bang!
The doors of the Generous Church suddenly closed, and the light dimmed instantly.
Brendan shuddered with fright and immediately looked toward the main entrance, only to see a suited male subordinate of Lord Jack closing the door.
"Before my arrival, how much money had you accumulated using this method?"
Chen Lun said indifferently.
"Four… over fifty thousand Gold Pounds."
Brendan swallowed nervously.
He quickly added,
"But I did not misuse this money, nor did I take it for myself; it was all invested in the renovation and construction of the Church district and in maintaining relations with members of the Royal Family… These were all contributions made for the Council!"
"You're quite skilled at embellishing your actions."
Chen Lun nodded slightly.
No longer wanting to hear this man's excuses, he directly used the "Mental Steal."
[You cast "Mental Steal" on Brendan!]
[Willpower check in progress…]