As the last rays of dusk faded into night, the reactions of the various churches to the purge order became clear. To the relief of the Dawn Church, apart from the Church of the Dead and the Church of War clearly supporting the followers of their Lord God and resolutely protecting those evil sects, the other churches were willing to join the Dawn's operation.
In this way, their extermination efforts will likely be much smoother, and at least in most of the parishes of the Vil world, there will be no place for those plague-makers to hide.
But when Phil Gray heard Vincent laugh and say that most of the churches had responded by supporting the extermination, he had a moment of doubt in his mind: Did the Dream God Cult also support Dawn's actions?
In his past experience, this church, which was good at creating illusions, had done a lot of bad things with those who caused plagues and bloody disasters. How could he stand on the opposite side of them?
Thinking of this, he asked the question.
Vincent's expression turned serious, and he nodded. "It is indeed very suspicious, but this afternoon, the Dream Cult sent a message that they would join the Dawn's cleanup operation. Although we have some doubts about their intentions, we can't disagree, can we? We'll just have to be more vigilant from now on."
"Um."
While the new Holy Son was still thinking, Vincent quickly stroked the little black cat on his shoulder, only to be met with a fierce hiss. Thinking that this cute little guy could transform into a ferocious beast, he sheepishly withdrew his hand, afraid of being bitten.
"What about those in the major kingdoms?" Phil Gray reassured the Night before continuing to ask. Although it was a conflict between sects, the support of political forces was also very important, especially when it involved wiping out several sects across the entire continent. If a kingdom was hiding them, it would also create some obstacles for Dawn and his group's actions.
However, given the power of the First Church of Dawn and the membership of so many sects, even if some countries have ulterior motives, they probably won't openly oppose it.
“Hmm… there’s no news from the countries on the Western Continent yet, but as long as they don’t cause trouble, that’s fine. They can’t interfere in wars between churches, so not many have made clear statements. However, Princess Veronka’s faction from the Paki Empire within our Dawn Diocese was the first to issue a statement supporting us, and even clearly stated that their party would provide some financial and material support for our operation,” Vincent said after thinking for a moment.
“Princess Veronka?” Phil Gray searched his memory, recalling that he had received cookies from this faction when he first arrived in Dawn territory.
“Yes, I met her once at the palace. This princess is very likely to become the first queen of the Paki Empire. She is much better than her brother in every way,” Vincent said with admiration.
Phil Gray nodded, and they chatted for a few more moments until the butler reminded them that dinner was ready, at which point Vincent took his leave.
After seeing off Vincent the Holy Son, he walked into the courtyard. The bright lights made the moonlight seem dim, and the faint sounds of servants talking drifted over, all of them discussing this war, which had not been seen in nearly a century. Whatever the outcome, it would change the situation of the entire continent.
What role will his Church of Destiny play in this war?
Perhaps this is his chance to reorganize the church?
A glint flashed in Phil Gray's eyes.
...
After a quick dinner, he and Eli practiced sparring under Ernest's guidance.
Having grown accustomed to the blazing sun sword formed from divine power, he found the weight of this physical blazing sun sword somewhat unsettling.
However, its power is far beyond what a virtual sword can match.
He had always only known simple slashing movements, but this time Ernest taught him some sword techniques. Although he couldn't compare to the knights who had received training from childhood, he had at least gained some knowledge and skills and was able to use them more effectively.
"Boss, I'm here!" Eli leaped lightly and landed behind Phil Gray. Then a huge skeleton rose from the ground and lunged at the man in front of him.
Turning around, the Blazing Sun Sword drew a golden arc from top to bottom, and with a crack, the skull split in two. Phil Gray felt a tingling sensation in his palm; he had used ninety percent of his strength in that strike.
After practicing for several hours, Eli's summoned skeletons became increasingly sturdy.
"take a break?"
“Okay.” Phil Gray had barely finished speaking when he heard the butler’s hurried footsteps. Even in the midst of his anxious run in the dead of night, this descendant of a fallen nobleman remained impeccably composed.
Only when he stood before His Highness did he utter a few words in perfect Verne: "Your Highness, His Holiness the Pope invites you to the Cathedral."
Ask him to go to the cathedral late at night?
He strode over hundreds of steps and arrived before Pope Dawn.
The lights were as bright as day, entirely due to the dazzling light emanating from the giant eyes of the god's statue.
However, he didn't pay attention to that, because Vincent, standing under the statue, looked indignant and was muttering something to himself.
Pope Dawn, on the other hand, sat upright on a jewel-encrusted chair, seemingly deep in thought.
Phil Gray strode forward and bowed slightly. "Does His Holiness the Pope have something important to discuss with me so late at night?"
Before the Pope could reply, Vincent angrily said, "Princess Veronca, whom we just talked about today, is dead! She was the first to stand up for us, and she was poisoned to death by the Plague Control people. This is a provocation against us!"
Phil Gray was momentarily surprised, never expecting that the person who was very likely to become the first queen of the Parky Empire would die like this.
“It’s not necessarily the one who created the plague. It could also be her prince brother. The old king’s health has been deteriorating these past few days, and he doesn’t have many days left. If the princess were to die from poisoning at this time, he would be the biggest beneficiary.” Aubrey spoke up from the side, and Phil Gray realized that this elder, whom he didn’t get along with, was also present.
"But what a coincidence! Why today of all days? That princess had just stated her position and offered to provide us with supplies, and then she died?" Vincent retorted, pursing his lips.
"Anything is possible. Regardless of the cause of her poisoning death, from the outside perspective, this is a slap in the face to Chenxi." The Pope said slowly. Normally, if an empire's princess died, they would at most send a few priests to offer their condolences, but at this critical juncture, it must be dealt with seriously.
Otherwise, which kingdom would dare to openly respond to them?
After thinking for a moment, the Pope relaxed his brow, looked at Vincent and Phil Gray below, and then turned his gaze to the angry young man.
"Vincent, you should head to the Royal Palace of the Paki Empire now to investigate this matter. Make sure you find out the cause of Princess Veronka's death."
"Okay!" Vincent clenched his fist, looking determined.
The Pope and Aubrey gave each other approving looks, especially Aubrey, who felt a surge of contempt when he looked at Phil Gray next to Vincent.
How can a wild, untrained child be any better than a child raised in one's own home?
Does he even deserve to be a contender for the title of Prince Vincent? The next Pope?
"By the way, I might not be able to investigate this quickly enough. What about the Dawn Alliance starting in three days?" Vincent scratched his head, and his eyes lit up when he saw Phil Gray beside him. That's right, he wasn't the only Holy Son anymore, so couldn't he hand it over to the new Holy Son?
Sensing Vincent's thoughts, the Pope smiled and said, "In three days, people from other sects will come to form an alliance. The task of receiving them will be left to the new Holy Son. Vincent, you can focus on your investigation there."
"Okay, okay!"
"No!"
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