657 – Mercy (2)
In the midst of all the fighting, Savior issued a quiet yet weighty statement. A very meaningful statement that everything is ready.
Right now, even Helium took a hard line and criticized Starbirk, but Savere was also surprisingly quiet.
However, since they have been preparing step by step, it is inevitable to get goosebumps in many ways.
For Star Birk, it must feel like his whole body is burning with fire not falling on his feet.
Then, what about the details? Let’s start with Helium.
“Judgement! Judgment to the demons who harmed the saint!”
“Judgment! Judgment! Judgment!”
“Revenge! Revenge! Revenge!”
I think you can stop looking into it.
After the current news spread like this, helium is not even a fuss.
The demons were extremely angry when they heard about Isaac’s attempted assassination. It is to the extent that they gather in front of the royal palace and join their voices.
I can fully understand their anger, since the grace that Isaac bestowed on the demons was ‘salvation’.
It was a situation where they were revered as saints even before Isaac directly certified them as the saints of God. It’s not unusual to have a reaction like this.
“Guys! Don’t become demons, swayed by vengeance and anger! If we become demons, it’s all pointless!”
As the atmosphere became too heated, a follower of the Church of Mora cried out, worried about becoming a demon. In fact, it was bloody enough that all ‘temperance’ was blown away.
People listened to Mora’s words and calmed down their anger for a while. In fact, it received a great response because it is a demon tribe that regards moderation as a virtue.
“It is not like the devil to lose his reason and take revenge! We must respond with a restrained mind! In a rational and certain way!”
“That’s right! That’s right!”
“The priest is right!”
Of course, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take revenge. I just told you not to run wild.
Public opinion was leading to revenge against Starbirk. They are arguing with each other that they will directly participate in the war.
The head of Helium was no different from them, but he kept his cool, albeit slightly. Once the declaration of war has been finalized, what remains is efficiency.
It is overflowing with people who want to enlist in the army right away, so coordination is essential. Damage may occur in an unexpected place if received blindly.
Above all, unlike public opinion, it is necessary to consider political issues. War was not something that could be done blindly.
“I don’t need it all, how much money do you need? Just tell me that.”
“The distance between Helium and Starbirque is quite far. Not to mention, in the case of large-scale supply, teleportation…”
“It was noisy and I asked how much it would cost. I don’t care how much you spend, so just do the math.”
There was nothing like that. All the nobles of Helium were filled with anger towards Starbirk.
The political structure of Helium is closer to the Kingdom of Terse than the Empire of Minerva. It means that even if there is a class, politics is in charge of the parliament.
Because the demons have lived a hard life since the demon war, their cooperation is unmatched. Contrasted with the elves who scattered like grains of sand on a fictional day.
Instead, the final decision authority rests with the king. Even if the parliament takes a hard line, it is meaningless if the king does not allow it.
“What did Your Majesty say?”
“You don’t have to worry about it. It’s Your Majesty who issued the statement without our opinion in the first place.”
“Originally, I should have protested, but it’s meaningless. Just make the budget and military organization quickly.”
The king, the council, and the people all strongly wanted Starbirk’s judgment. Similar to the reaction of the United States after the attack on Pearl Harbor.
In other countries, high-ranking officials are now sharing their opinions, while Helium alone has completed preparations.
If things go on like this, Star Birk will all fall down before the mighty firepower of his demons.
However, a completely unexpected person visited Helium.
“My name is Kate Louise Angelica, a lowly servant of the Luminous. It is an honor to meet the Pope and King of Helium.”
Surprisingly, Kate, the most influential woman in Saviour, visited Helium.
The relationship between Luminus and Mora is an extremely ordinary brother and sister, but Savior and Helium have a rough relationship with each other.
It can’t be helped because in the distant past, Savior had a history of slaughtering demons in a fit of madness.
In terms of humans, this happened several hundred years ago, but demons live long enough to be compared to elves.
To put it bluntly, such an incident occurred in my grandfather’s generation, so I have a slight resentment.
“Nice to meet you, Cardinal Kate. I’ve heard of your reputation.”
“It’s embarrassing. Excuse me, but could you allow me to call you Your Majesty? I’m in the position of serving Ruminus-sama, so it’s hard to call you your last name.”
“It doesn’t matter.”
Holiness is an honorific title for the pope. Helium is a country where Mora is the state religion, and if you look closely, it is a country similar to the Savior Church.
Until a few years ago, the number of believers in Mora was overwhelmingly smaller than that of Luminous, but since Isaac’s activities, Mora’s followers have also increased significantly.
In addition, as the power of the Church of Mora became known worldwide, it was still gradually increasing. In the process, helium has no choice but to be noticed.
Hellium only believes in Mora because it protected them, but other countries started treating it the same as the Savior Church.
Therefore, it is not strange that Kate treats Descal as the Pope. I only changed my title because I served Luminous.
“Then let me ask you one question. Why did the Savior Church, especially a great man like a cardinal, visit our helium? You probably don’t know the current situation of helium, no, of the whole world.”
Descal asked and glanced at Kate. Cecily was standing next to her.
That’s why Kate was able to come to Helium, and informally. Because she returned to Helium with Cecily.
However, I don’t know if it was sent from the Savior Church level, or if Kate came here on her own. She once guessed it was the former.
“I know that. To get rid of bugs that could have harmed Isaac.”
“·······?”
Descal put on a slightly embarrassed expression when some pretty harsh words came out of her beautiful mouth. And then she glanced at Cecily.
Already well aware of Kate’s disposition, Cecily could only shrug her shoulders at his gaze.
“Therefore, I ask the King of Helium and Mora’s most faithful servant. Join us in bringing them to justice.”
“Are you going to judge Star Birk together with Savior Church?”
“Yes. Exactly. The Church of Luminous, to be exact.”
Descal couldn’t help but be surprised. Cooperation between Savior, who has Luminous as the state religion, and Helium, who has Mora as the state religion.
It is a combination that cannot be mixed. As I said earlier, Savior has a clear mistake. All kinds of noise will come from many places.
“We know what you’re concerned about. However, Luminus-sama and Mora-sama are twins from the same mother. Despite their different backgrounds, they’re all the same blood.”
“Hmm…”
“We are well aware of what mistakes the Savior Church has committed against the demons. His Holiness is also mindful of this. If Helium and the demons want it, we will seek forgiveness.”
Helium, and a really attractive option for demons. Although the world is shaking a lot, the influence of the Savior Church cannot be ignored.
In addition, the Savior Church was the first to propose it, and Helium, like Savior, will be treated as a ‘Kingdom’.
This means that we can exert our international influence more than ever before. It’s like giving wings to a tiger.
But don’t take it lightly. Because politics wasn’t so easy.
In response, Descal asked Kate a question in a serious voice.
“It’s a really attractive option. But I wonder what the Savior Church would gain if that happened. Wasn’t the Savior Church supposed to judge anyway?”
“Yes. But if we head to Starbirk without mutual agreement, we may have an unexpected conflict. We want to prevent that from happening.”
“That makes sense. However, unlike Helium, there is no benefit to the Savior Church.”
“Why not?”
Kate immediately refuted Descal’s thesis. Then she went up to Cecily and took her hand as she gently touched her.
It’s really rude to hold hands with a country’s princess. However, Cecily did not show any reaction, as if it had been agreed upon in advance.
On the contrary, as if to show off their friendship, Cecily smiled softly. From the outside, the two appear to be very close.
“It is a very symbolic event that the two churches will unite for the souls brought by the gods. This alone will make Luminus and Mora happy.”
Isaac before riding. It also contained a slight misinterpretation.
First of all, Luminus and Mora are governed by different domains. Luminous is war, Mora is peace.
Even now, because Mora twisted her fate, she was exiled to the present world. Because of Mora, Luminous turned the table right in front of her eyes.
They don’t growl like a dog, but they frown at each other just by looking at each other’s faces. Truly realistic and human siblings.
Therefore, Luminous could listen to Kate’s words and grab her by the back of her neck.
I’m angry because I overturned the table, but a faithful believer increases the influence of my brother’s church.
I couldn’t tell him not to say that, so for Luminus, a situation was created where he opened his eyes and cut his nose.
“······ Cecily.”
“Yes, Obama.”
“Looks like you made a good friend.”
Cecily covered her mouth and laughed at Descal’s words, which had so many meanings. Anyone would know that she was making fun of it.
At this, Descal smiled and then moved his gaze back to Kate. Although a bit fanatical, Kate is right.
“Can we say that’s the will of the Church of Savior? If it’s arbitrary, we’ll be in trouble too.”
“His Holiness has also given permission.”
“It sounds easy. You’d better hurry up and prepare the text of the agreement.”
The story progressed swiftly. However, since the text of the agreement is separate, I had no choice but to take some time.
After Descal’s banquet order, Kate and Cecily moved into the room. Of course, it was Cecily’s bedroom.
Recently, he was only living in Isaac’s mansion, so he rarely stayed in his own bedroom. I think I’m staying with a special guest today.
“Kate.”
“Yes. Please tell me.”
“Kate knows, but if she’s Isaac, there’s a good chance she’ll hate it. She knows that, right?”
Even if the situation went smoothly, Cecily was already aware of it. That Isaac would somehow stop this situation.
Isaac’s personality is also a personality, and as a Starbirk, there are many corners where you feel the irrationality. Perhaps an unprecedented history unfolds.
I was especially worried about Kate. She has been watching her ever since, but Kate has a fanatical side. Although she is usually calm, she often breaks out in rashes.
‘I’m surprised this time, but.’
However, this case is unexpected. Originally, she would have gone out immediately with her mace to smash the heads of the assassins.
However, even though her words were harsh, with a calm mindset, she tied the knot one by one. Compared to the past, it can be said that it is a great development.
“Yes. I know. Isaac will prevent innocent victims.”
“Then why did you ask the Pope to create this situation?”
It was said that he had consulted with Pope Savior, but it was actually a situation set up by Kate. She is Kate, she is so powerful that even the Pope can’t help it.
Moreover, if she exists with a clear justification like now, it will be difficult for the pope to stop it. I’m still in a situation where my head hurts over the Gray Desert issue.
Kate smiled softly at Cecily’s words and then gave her reason in her characteristic gentle voice.
“Because I believe Isaac would do that.”
“Yes?”
“I know. Those who can’t be bothered to chew on it right now are not ordinary Stavirkmin, but extremists. Not all Stavirkmins think like extremists.”
“··· ···”
“But the world will not forgive them. If Isaac is merciful here, the people of Stavirk will praise him even more.”
That’s right. But all the words are right, so it gives me more goosebumps.
Could it be that he planned a scheme that wasn’t a scheme considering this? Cecily looked at her with her fish-eyed expression on her face.
Suddenly, I think of the ‘Bible’ that I am co-writing with Cherry. I gave some experiences for advice, and it was reborn as an amazing ‘phrase’.
“Starvirk doesn’t trust either Luminous or Mora. I’ve tried so far, but it didn’t mean much.”
“That means…”
“Yes. It’s as Cecily thinks. I want Starbirk to worship Isaac. Just like Ruminus or Mora, with true faith.”
Crazy. Crazy in many ways.
Your face is smiling brightly, but it gives you goosebumps.
Kate said as Cecily opened her mouth in admiration, if not admiration, at Kate’s ruse.
“Ah. Of course, those who harmed Isaac will eat everything.”
“Whew…”
She was sure the Kate she knew herself was fortunately.
“Ah. By the way, can you teach me today too? How can I receive Isaac’s grace more easily?”
“If that’s the case, you don’t have to worry. You’re telling Cherry, right?”
“Of course.”
And so, the secret Girls Talk continues in Helium.
“You’re going to Starbirk? Are you insane?”
“If I don’t go, everyone there will die! Look at the current situation!”
Isaak, who had been playing on Kate’s palm(?), Began to move.
That child.. I am so proud of you!