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(This is the first chapter of today ~)
Chapter 469 "God Have Mercy on the World"
It was already dawn and darkness still shrouded the land.
The majestic city walls of the Imperial Capital were clearly outlined in the darkness. In this night, the city was still in deep sleep. Only occasionally, those fully armed soldiers of the public security agency walked on the streets with the sound of their leather boots, causing a bit of noise.
Other than the Imperial Palace located in the center of the Imperial Capital, there was rarely any light in the Imperial Capital.
Of course, there were exceptions.
In contrast to the towering white tower in the palace, the magic union headquarters in the west of the capital is located in the tower. The light of magic is burning all year round.
Of course … … there was also the Radiant Shrines located in the east of the Imperial Capital.
The majestic Shrines, in terms of size, were the smallest of the three major buildings in the Imperial Capital. It did not occupy a large area like the Imperial Palace. It did not even have the Six Pointed Star shaped building that was renovated by the Magician's Guild generation after generation.
However, standing under the Shrines, looking at the dozens of tall steps, the outline of the Shrines was filled with solemnity in the night. This was a kind of dignified dignity left behind by the passage of time.
Tradition! Under the Radiant Shrines, it was this kind of "tradition" that made people feel oppressed.
This was a square shaped hall. The reason why it was square shaped was because the Shrines were the representatives of the Gods in the mortal world: justice!
Although the word "justice" may not be accurate, or it could be said that for thousands of years, there were many people who questioned this so-called "justice". But … … those voices have long disappeared or finally returned to silence.
Because … … although the Radiant Shrines did not have the White Pagoda in the Imperial Palace from the Aragon era and did not have the Magic Pagoda that burned all year round … … but in front of the Radiant Shrines, there was another structure that symbolized "justice".
Stake!!
It seemed to be a very ordinary large stone pillar. Because it had endured countless punishing flames for thousands of years, the color of the stone pillar was black. Other than looking a little wider than ordinary pillars, this pillar did not seem to have many eye-catching features.
But standing under this pillar, you seemed to be able to feel a heavy pressure in your heart!
Amidst the Shrines of Light, the pillars of the main hall emitted the faint light of torches. The stake outside the Shrines stood quietly in the darkness. The burn marks on it seemed to be a silent statement of the Shrines' traditions, the solemnity of the Shrines … and the cruelty of the Shrines!!
It was quiet all around. Below the Shrines in the distance, there were only a few Paladin Gods on duty. They wore full armor and stood under the great hall. The night shrouded their bodies, making them look like statues — except for their solemn eyes.
Right at this moment, a black figure stood under the stake.
His whole body was covered in a black robe. It was as though he was hiding in the darkness at all times. Only his eyes, which were hidden beneath the tall cloak, gave him a sense of liveliness.
This person quietly looked at the stake before him. Looking at the burn marks on the surface of the stake after thousands of years, a faint trace of sorrow could be seen within his eyes …
After a long time, a long sigh broke the silence.
"Now, I finally understand how the so-called 'justice' of the Shrines is maintained." This person's voice was very soft and low. There was a trace of sorrow in his voice. "It is by relying on this pillar — because, those who question the 'justice' of the Shrines are all burned to death! Those who question it are all burned to death. "
This voice sounded as though he was talking to himself. It also sounded as though he was speaking in a mocking tone.
After this person said those words, an old voice came from behind him. "Have you been standing here all night?"
As the voice fell, an old man in a white robe suddenly stepped out from the darkness about ten steps behind the person shrouded in black robes.
His old face was filled with deep wrinkles. His complexion was very pale, so pale that it seemed to be weak. However, within those eyes, there was an indescribable serenity.
"Yes, sir. I have been standing here all night. " The man in black standing under the stake seemed to smile. "I think you must have sensed it as well."
"Everything has been decided long ago." The old man in white robes slowly took a few steps forward. His steps were heavy and unsteady. However, his voice was calm and composed. "I believe you should understand this better than I do."
Finally, the man in black turned around. There was a trace of sorrow in his eyes as he looked at the old man. Their eyes seemed to have crossed each other in the darkness. Finally, the man in black took a step back and bowed slightly. "Yes, sir Pope, I understand."
The old man in white robes was the current Pope of the Roland Continent's Holy Shrines. He was the spiritual leader of the Roland Continent, Pope Paul XVI. He looked a lot weaker than the last time he appeared. Even his voice seemed to be lacking in energy. "The Sphinx is dead. I thought you would have something to say to me."
"Should I say something?" The man in black lifted his chin slightly. This action caused the light in the distance to faintly shine on his face, revealing the trace of his chin. The outline of his face was very soft. His voice was filled with sorrow as if he was chanting. "God said, 'Don't be afraid, don't be suspicious, don't be confused. Because everything has been decided. Everything is under the gaze of God's eyes. ' Therefore, Your Majesty Pope, I have nothing to say. "
Paul XVI finally showed a trace of surprise. He muttered to himself for a moment. "Oedipus, although … all the Angels who descended to the mortal world carry the will of the Goddess. But I hope you understand one thing … in the mortal world, I am the master of the Church! I am the only spokesperson of the Goddess in the mortal world! If there is a voice different from mine in the Shrines, then no matter who it is, they are going against the will of the Goddess! That includes you — Angels! "
The man in black, Oedipus, revealed a faint smile and bowed again. This time, his posture was more respectful. "As you wish, Your Majesty."
"Very good." Paul XVI nodded his head, seemingly very satisfied. "The Sphinx is dead … but everything is not unexpected. Just like what you said earlier, 'Everything has been decided. Everything is under the gaze of God.' — It is only the death of an Angel. I don't want you to do anything that would make me unhappy! I also want you to understand that our biggest enemy is in the North, not the West! Originally, I did not agree with this operation, but because of your insistence, I approved your suggestion. Now, it seems that your suggestion was a mistake. "
Oedipus smiled. Even when he smiled, his pair of sad eyes did not change. "Your Majesty, I also ask you to remember that the reason I came to the mortal world with the Sphinx and the others, to this filthy and ugly mortal world, is also to complete the will of the Goddess!"
After saying that, he suddenly raised his arms and opened them. He faintly said, "All the Angels who descended will assist you with all their strength to help you repel the foreign races from the North who will invade the continent in the future! But don't forget the second decree of the Goddess … "
His hands suddenly transformed into a ball of fire. In the darkness of the night, he quickly shot it at the stake behind him! With a loud boom, the towering stake immediately burst into flames! Under the soaring flames, the ancient pillar seemed to reveal its ferocious nature. Under the blazing flames, the fire elongated Oedipus's shadow on the ground …
"… The second decree of the Goddess: Erase from this world a person who should not be in this world! Personally, I'm looking forward to the day when that person will be burned under this pillar. "
Pope was silent for a long time. He looked at Oedipus in front of him, at the Angel who descended. The old Pope sighed in his heart.
Finally, he nodded. "God has mercy on the world."
Oedipus smiled. "Yes, God has mercy on the world!"
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Northwest.
When the first ray of morning light shone from the clouds, the entire Anglia City was awakened from its slumber.
The soldiers on the city wall blew the horn, and the defenders immediately began to gather. The soldiers began their morning drill and the day's training.
In the city's production base, large groups of slaves also lined up from the barracks. Under the supervision of the supervising soldiers, they began to eat breakfast. What awaited them was the day's work.
Gandorf came out of his room with a yawn. Although the green robe looked a little dirty, the old man insisted on not changing to any other color of clothes — especially white!
This is a remote courtyard in the abandoned former governor's mansion. Currently, it belongs to Gandorf alone. Without Gandorf's permission, no one is allowed to come close.
After Gandorf got up, the first thing he did was to go to the next room. The doors and windows of the room have been installed with strong iron bars.
And around the corner, there were a few magic crystals placed in a special order.
Just as he opened the door, a roar came from inside. Then, a figure with disheveled hair rushed out! He opened his arms as if he was going to pounce on Gandorf. But just as he ran to the door, the magic crystals in the corners immediately emitted a light that enveloped the whole room!
The figure that rushed out was hit by the magic light and immediately screamed as he staggered back.
Gandorf's face was indifferent. Looking at the screaming man on the ground, he sighed. "Well, Cybuster, it's time to eat. I hope you can learn some basic manners tomorrow morning! Do you understand? You are a man, not a beast! "
On the ground, the man clutching his head with both hands gradually stopped screaming. Gasping for breath, he stared at the incoming Gandalf with vigilance in his eyes. Lying on the ground, he retreated little by little, like a beast guarding against Gandorf.
Gandorf indifferently placed a plate of food in front of Cybuster.
Cybuster hesitated for a moment before reaching out to grab the food. But as soon as he reached out, Gandalf's face sank. Reaching out with his finger, Gandalf shot out a flame that burned Cybuster's hand. Immediately, Cybuster screamed in pain and retreated a few steps back.
Fortunately, with Cybuster's special constitution, the burn on his hand quickly healed.
"Have you forgotten what I taught you?" Gandorf stood in front of Cybuster with a heavy expression. "What should you do when someone gives you food?"
Cybuster's eyes seemed to be at a loss. Finally, after a while, he seemed to have understood something. His lips trembled a few times before he squeezed out a strange and difficult word from his throat. Although his voice sounded like an infant learning how to speak, he was still speaking the human language!
"Thank … … Thank you."
Hearing the difficult word, Gandorf's face revealed a sincere smile. Then he pushed the plate of food in front of Cybuster.
Pa! Pa! Pa! Pa! Pa … …
At this moment, sounds of applause came from the door behind him.
Gandorf turned around to see a face with a faint smile. This fellow was standing at the door, clapping with all his might. "Good! Who would have thought that in the time I was gone, you had already taught this Young General how to speak! "
"I'm not a nanny." Gandorf grumbled. Then, his face revealed a trace of displeasure. "But you! You left for more than a month! Bastard, where did you run off to?! "
Du Wei chuckled. There was a hint of exhaustion in his smile. "Alright! Aren't I back now?! And … … you will never guess what kind of treasure I brought back for you this time! And … … not just one! "
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