It was obvious that Attie was sick. She had been feeling unwell since the day before. After all, she had grown up in the Great Steppe and moved to Arfin City. She was not used to the climate, but she chose to endure it. The next day, she woke up early and went to mow the lawn, dressed like that. After that, she busied herself with household chores and did not get any rest.
She was already in a bad condition, and she was suddenly hit by Mia's ice magic. The sudden change in temperature made her very uncomfortable, but she refused to rest. She insisted on preparing lunch for Mia and the others. In the end, she collapsed on the table.
In truth, after losing the protection of the War God's Sword, her physique was not much better than an ordinary girl's. In fact, it had deteriorated due to her long years of comfortable life. When all these factors accumulated and exploded, she could no longer hold on.
But even so, she still gritted her teeth and struggled to get up to clean up the plates that she had broken. Baiyi was faster than her. He picked her up by the waist and turned to Mia and the others. "I'll take her to the Church."
"No … No need … Master … This is my first day on the job … I can't …" Attie's entire body was drained of energy, and even as Baiyi held her in his arms, she was still stubbornly pleading.
Baiyi ignored her and hurried toward the direction of the Arfin City Church. He had learned the Church's healing spells from the Cleric Walker and the others, but he did not have the right status to do so, so he did not dare to use these spells that involved Divine Energy. According to the Church, Divine Spells and Divine Energy were gifts bestowed by the True God to the devout believers. Non-believers were not allowed to misuse them, or they would be punished by God.
Baiyi was still a little concerned about God's punishment, so he did not dare to act rashly. Bringing Attie to the Church was the most prudent thing to do. After all, with his speed, he could reach the Church's entrance in no time.
It was a large, majestic white building. There were no walls around it; instead, it was a park-like garden. On the front of the white church, there was a badge. On the badge was a hand spreading light and the gospel. Below the badge was a line of small words: "Where Light Shines, God Bestows Grace." This was the full name of the Church, and it was also the first sentence written in their scripture. However, because it was too long and difficult to pronounce, it was usually shortened to the Church or the Church of God's Grace.
It was the hottest afternoon of the day, but there were still many people gathered outside the church. They were patiently waiting in line for the Church's daily free medical treatment. All they had to do was throw two coins into the prayer box, and they would receive the help of a professional priest. It was a tradition that had been maintained since the Church was founded.
This was definitely a good way to attract believers. Every civilian lined up outside had a solemn expression on their faces. Even if they stared at the scorching sun above their heads, they did not make any noise or impatience. They consciously maintained order and waited patiently, showing their extraordinary manners.
Baiyi, however, did not want to talk about manners with them. He carried Attie and was ready to rush into the church. However, just as he was about to step onto the marble steps, he slowed down. He was a little hesitant.
This was the first time Baiyi had set foot on the God's territory ever since he had descended into this world. It was a risky venture, for Baiyi could vaguely sense a strange fluctuation coming from inside the cathedral. If he was not mistaken, it was the God's Territory that the Voidwalkers had mentioned before. Although the fluctuation was faint and weak, like a harmless barrier, Baiyi did not dare to let his guard down.
The Holy Realm covered every church in the entire realm. Just this alone was beyond the capabilities of the Voidwalkers. Although this thing couldn't actually defend against anything and couldn't protect the believers when the churches were attacked, there would always be Judgement Paladins and Crusaders coming back to avenge them. This was probably the true function of this Holy Domain.
Baiyi looked down at Attie, who was in his arms. Her face was red, and her consciousness was fading. She was curled up in his arms like a newborn cub, her hand resting weakly on his breastplate.
Baiyi could not afford to be a coward at a time like this. He held his breath, making himself look like a normal person. Then, he walked towards the church's entrance.
When he stepped into the Realm of Divinity, he hurriedly used his mental strength to carefully scan his body's condition. He discovered that the vague Realm from before did not affect him at all, nor did it attach to his body. After entering, he even discovered that the Realm only had a thin layer on the outside, and the inside was actually empty.
Compared to the other civilians who had entered the Holy Realm, Baiyi did not find anything out of the ordinary. This made him feel a lot more at ease. It seemed that even a true God could not protect every nook and cranny of the world.
After confirming that it was safe, Baiyi did not waste any more time. He wanted to rush in, but he was stopped by two crusaders who were guarding the entrance.
"Please go to the side and line up," the guard said to him and pointed to the long line next to him.
"She's in danger," Baiyi whispered. He looked down at Attie, who was in his arms. The girl's face was contorted in pain, and her body was trembling slightly. She looked very pitiful.
The other worshippers in the line noticed Attie's condition and said, "Let him go in first. That girl looks like she's in pain. God would not want to see her in such pain."
The two guards nodded their heads and let Baiyi in.
Baiyi hurriedly ran towards the infirmary that was responsible for treating patients. However, the door was tightly shut and the priest was busy treating others. Treating illnesses was not as simple as treating external injuries. It often took a lot of time, and he had no idea how long it would take.
Baiyi shook his head. He did not have much time to waste, so he quickly crossed the northern half of the church and entered the southern half, where the worshippers and tourists were. Ignoring the surprised looks of the people around him, Baiyi stopped a young apprentice and said, "I'm looking for Reverend Wesley."
Reverend Wesley was the Master Level cleric who went with them to rescue Undine. He had a sharp mouth and monkey cheeks like a weasel, but his faith was strong and his strength was not to be trifled with. Coincidentally, he was half an acquaintance of Baiyi's.
If it was not for the fact that Attie's condition was really bad, Baiyi really did not want to deal with a cleric or even owe a favor. That was why he did not think of looking for Reverend Wesley in the first place.
However, when the apprentice heard Baiyi's words, he was stunned for a moment. Scratching his head, he said, "We don't have a cleric named Wesley here. Could you have mistaken me for someone else?" He looked down at Attie, who was in Baiyi's arms, and was stunned by her beauty. Then, with a hint of enthusiasm, he said, "If you're looking for treatment, you can go to the infirmary at the back."
"No, no, no. I know a cleric named Wesley here. He just came back the day before yesterday," Baiyi said.
"Just came back? Er … You're not talking about Archdeacon Wesley, are you? "The apprentice asked.
"Well, I'm talking about the guy who looks like a weasel," Baiyi added. Baiyi added. He did not expect that this guy was actually a leader of a small gang. Although he was just an Archdeacon who was not worth much money.
"That's him, then. But if it's him, he doesn't usually receive visitors," the apprentice said hesitantly.
"Tell him that my name is Hope. He'll come to see me," Baiyi said in a commanding tone.
Perhaps the little Apprentice was intimidated by Baiyi's domineering aura, or perhaps he did not want to see a beautiful girl like Attie suffer, but in the end, he still turned around and ran off to look for her.
The process was a little slow, and Baiyi was getting impatient. He sat down on a bench and placed Attie on his lap. Then, he turned to look at the enameled glass windows on the cathedral's ceiling and the intricate murals around it. Most of the murals depicted the heroic deeds of heroes, and there were a few that Baiyi was familiar with.
For example, there was a figure walking alone in the dark, surrounded by a few wandering souls. The murals depicted the deeds of the Cleric Walker. Even now, the murals were not wrong. It was just that the figure that symbolized the light had long fallen.
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation When Baiyi wiped the sweat off Attie's forehead for the third time, Priest Weasel finally arrived in front of him, panting heavily. "I'm so … sorry … Phew … Master Hope … I was busy …
'Were you busy preparing for the winter?' Baiyi thought, annoyed. He lowered his head and looked at Attie, who was lying on the bench.
"There are too many people here. It's not convenient to cast theurgy. Come over here …" Weasel wiped the sweat off his forehead and led Baiyi to an empty confessional. Then, he began to cast theurgy.
But after casting it the first time, she didn't look any better. Priest Weasel furrowed his brows in confusion. He cast the divine spell five or six more times, but she still didn't wake up. Faint white light shone on her body, but she still didn't wake up.
"Fetch some holy water, the kind that we use for ourselves," Weasel said to the apprentice beside him.
Then, he turned to Baiyi with an apologetic look. "Master Hope, this barbarian King's condition is a little strange. My theurgy has no effect on her. Her body seems to be resisting it. "
Baiyi did not have to wait for the apprentice to explain; he already knew the reason. It must be because of the mark that made Attie's body reject the power of other gods. Or perhaps, the true god's power did not want to enter her body.
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