When the bonfire burned out, Father Sorje stood up and dusted himself off.
Turning around, he saw Lai Gou'er and Hope standing behind him, their expressions stagnant as they realized something.
Lai Gou'er said: "Father, I sent someone to inquire today. The Pope will be available to meet you tomorrow morning. Say goodbye to the others and go back to tidy up."
Father Solje's expression was indifferent: "No, it will only add to the sadness. Let's go directly."
After saying that, he passed by Lai Gouer and left first.
Hope frowned: "I think he's not in the right state. Don't cause any more problems when I see the Pope tomorrow."
Lai Gouer's expression became serious.
I have been with Hope these days and have gotten to know him quite well.
This guy has a carefree personality, he really didn't tell any lies, and he is also a very powerful businessman in the city.
The most important thing is that his eyes are by no means vicious. He said that the priest is not in the right state, so there is probably something wrong with him.
"How to say?"
Hope shook his head slightly: "It's hard to say. I have met many monks who first entered the Holy City before. Some of these people were shocked after seeing the reality. After being hit, they quickly joined the same trend. But the priest is different. I still have a headache. Once saw him do that.”
"I'm afraid that when he sees the Pope, he says some radical words and contradicts the Pope. That is undoubtedly a capital crime."
It makes sense... The priest dared to contradict the Pope, he really didn't expect it.
Judging from his pious appearance before, I'm afraid the pope's status in his heart is not much different from that of God.
But the rapid changes in recent times are really hard to fathom.
"But... you don't have to worry too much. The chances of this happening are not high. I have been accustomed to putting the worst results first in doing business for so many years." Hope added, "And what is there in the Temple Mount?" I will still be in contact if something happens, and I will inform you if something unexpected happens."
"An upright person will be welcomed wherever he goes. I think there might be people in the temple who are willing to help people like him."
Lai Gouer said in surprise: "Didn't you say that the church is corrupt before?"
Hope took a deep look at him: "At least it wasn't like this before. Even now internally, many people are dissatisfied with the church's practices, but they are kidnapped by interests. The Pope is already at the top of power. Everyone dares to I’m just too angry to speak out.”
"I see..."
...
That night, Father Solje returned to the hotel, and Lai Gouer specially arranged for the two of them to live in the same room.
The two chatted a lot, most of the topics were about Dajing and Taoyuan County.
Seeing that everything was normal in Soljie, Lai Gouer felt relieved.
It seems that he is really worrying too much. He is still in good mental condition and there should be no problem in meeting the Pope tomorrow.
Until the next morning, I saw the priest who had only washed his face and was still dirty and unshaven.
Lai Gouer reminded: "Father...are you really not going to change your clothes?"
Father Solje shook his head gently: "There's no need. I'm used to it. Being baptized is just a simple ceremony, and you can leave the Holy City afterward."
Lai Gouer had no choice but to nod in agreement.
Early the next morning, the two returned to the foot of the Temple Mount. This time they entered the temple smoothly.
Except for a few reminders from the guard, there wasn't much embarrassment.
Father Sorje entered the temple alone, while Lai Gouer went straight back to Hope's house.
He already had a comprehensive understanding of the temple.
Maybe it would be a better choice not to deal with it at the moment... and report it to the court for a decision later.
Father Sorje raised his head and looked at the golden light all over the Temple Mount. The sight was so beautiful that his heart was filled with emotion.
Climb up the stairs and follow the previous guard's instructions to the main hall.
Entering the main hall, although the decoration is still solemn, the atmosphere is much more lively.
There were many people walking among them, with relaxed expressions.
The most eye-catching thing was a cardinal, holding a bottle of wine and leaning against the pillar in front of him, taking a sip from time to time.
Father Solje frowned and continued to observe his surroundings.
While observing, a waiter suddenly stood in front of him with an unkind expression and asked, "Father, you are dressed like this, who let you in?"
Father Sorje said: "I came to the Temple Mount to be baptized by the Pope and became archbishop. I have already announced it before. Please inform me again."
With that said, he handed over the letter of appointment.
The waiter took it and took a look, his expression softened a little: "Wait here for a moment, don't move around."
...
In the Pope's study.
The Pope is sitting behind a large desk, with an extremely gorgeous crown on his head. He is about sixty years old, and he has a sense of calmness and authority.
On the left and right sides, the clerk and the justice stood.
There was a man sitting in front of him, with blond hair and a straight back.
Suddenly he stood up and said respectfully: "Thank you to the Holy See for your hospitality over the past ten days. Now that the contract has been signed, I need to report to Your Majesty immediately. The delay has been quite long."
The Pope nodded, his voice slightly thicker: "Go back and tell him that I have been tolerant of him. Although the agreement is for two years, I need you to speed up the progress. It is best to sign the contract with all gods within one and a half years." Send the weapons to the Holy City, and if you don’t have enough manpower, I can send someone to assist.”
The blond man smiled: "Your Majesty has already sent two cardinals to station, so there is no need to send anyone to assist. Sangak is a bit far away from the Holy City. It is not easy to manufacture the God's Punishment Weapon. It is already difficult to complete it within the contract. , but I will report back to Your Majesty the matters you mentioned and try to deliver them as soon as possible."
The Pope waved his hand, looking impatient.
When the blond man turned around and went out, the Pope raised his hand and said: "The first batch of God's Punishment Weapons will be delivered in three months. Prepare manpower to study them in advance. Such things cannot always be in the hands of outsiders."
The chief judge next to him said: "Holy See, that weapon of divine punishment is a craft given by God, we..."
"Gifted by God? Do you believe such nonsense?" The pope said with disdain on his face.
But at this moment, there was a knock on the study door.
The waiter then entered and bowed: "Holy See, the Archbishop from Feka is ready to accept your baptism. He is waiting in the hall now."
The Pope stood up slowly and said: "Well, let's go out... The situation has become more and more unstable in recent years. First, Sangak, then the Brotherhood, and local believers gathered to make trouble, and everything happened. If we haven’t solved it yet, you have to get ready to imitate the God’s Punishment Weapon as soon as possible.”
After saying that, the Pope had already walked out the door.
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