Arhan arrived at Ping Xi King's residence and knocked on the door. He came alone. He didn't bring Xu Yang and Banda with him. After all, it was useless to bring these people to Du Qi's residence.
Arhan reported that he was a Manichaean and did not say anything else.
Du Qi was surprised to hear the news.
A Manichaean came on his own initiative.
In Persia, Manichaeism was the state religion. If Du Qi wanted to attack Persia, Manichaeism would be a hurdle that he must cross. Now that a Manichaean came, Du Qi could take the opportunity to inquire about it.
Du Qi arranged for someone to bring him in. Not long after, Arhan entered the study and saw Du Qi sitting on the main seat. He did not put on any airs and bowed: "Arhan greets Your Highness Ping Xi King."
Arhan had inquired about Du Qi's situation.
Let's not talk about the things that happened far away. Let's talk about what Du Qi had done recently. He had subdued Luo Yansheng and taken over Yiwu City. He had also extorted Tufan for benefits. Now, Yi Province in the Western Region was run by Du Qi like an iron plate.
The people regarded Du Qi as a god.
If he wanted to preach in Yi Province, it was impossible to bypass Du Qi. Facing such a person, Arhan did not dare to underestimate or relax. Even if Du Qi was young, Arhan still did not dare to underestimate him.
Du Qi waved his hand and said: "Sit down."
"Thank you, Ping Xi King."
Arhan thanked him respectfully.
Du Qi did not wait for Arhan to speak and asked directly: "Your Excellency, why did you come to see this King?"
Arhan said: "Reporting to Your Highness, I hope to get Your Highness's permission to preach in Yi Province. Let the thousands of people in Yi Province bathe in the glory of Ming Zun. "
Du Qi narrowed his eyes.
Preach!
Although Arkham's Manichaeism was the national religion of Persia, it had been banned many times in the Central Plains. Later on, it had even died out. Compared to other Buddhism, Taoism, and even Catholicism and Christianity in the West, Manichaeism's vitality was not strong.
Du Qi was not against the so-called preaching, but the precondition was that he could use it.
If they were not obedient, there was no need for them to exist.
This was fundamental.
Du Qi did not answer Arhan's question. Instead, he changed the topic and said, "Your Excellency Arhan is not from the Central Region, nor does he look like someone from the Western Region. You are from Persia, right?"
"Yes!"
Arhan nodded and answered.
At this moment, he was feeling rather anxious in his heart. He had already made his request, but Du Qi had evaded the topic and changed it. This made Arhan feel rather anxious.
Fortunately, Arghan was able to restrain himself and did not immediately pursue the matter.
Du Qi continued, "His Excellency Arhan is a member of Manichaeism in Persia. This King would like to ask. What position does Your Excellency Arhan hold in Persia's Manichaeism? "
When Arhan heard Du Qi's inquiry, he knew that Du Qi wanted to inquire about him. However, there was nothing to hide about Arhan's matters. Therefore, after thinking for a moment, he opened his mouth and said, "Replying to Pacifying West King, previously, I held the position of Bishop in Persia's Western Region."
Du Qi smiled and said, "Bishop of Persia, this position is not low. It is second only to the Pope."
"Yes!"
Arhan nodded and answered.
In Persia's Western Region, the Pope was at the top. Below him was the Bishop. The next level was the Elders of Manichaeism in various places, as well as the followers at the bottom. Arhan was extremely capable to hold the position of Bishop.
If it were not for the fact that Arhan had not roped in too few people and was betrayed by his confidants, he would not have failed in the competition.
Du Qi leaned forward slightly. A sharp look flashed in his eyes as he said, "The Bishop of Persia's Manichaeism is extremely powerful. With such an identity, you came to the Western Region, especially the Western Region where Manichaeism's reputation is not prominent. Why did you bother to come to the Western Region without any rhyme or reason? "
At this point, Du Qi suddenly berated, "Arhan, could it be that you think this King is easy to deceive?"
His stern voice was full of majesty.
Even though Arhan had once been an extremely powerful person, when faced with Du Qi's aura, especially the solemn expression on Du Qi's face and the aura that he emitted, Arhan's heart tightened.
It was as if Du Qi was going to kill him in the next moment.
Arhan coming to the Ping Xi Wang Mansion was like a sheep entering the tiger's den. If Du Qi wanted to kill him, Arhan would not even have the leeway to resist. Arhan took a deep breath and suppressed the panic in his heart. Then he stood up.
Although he was old, his spirit was extremely good. After standing still, he said, "Your Highness Ping Xi Wang, this humble one absolutely does not dare to deceive you. Regarding my matter, I ask Ping Xi Wang to report it. "
He decided to tell the truth about his situation.
Only in this way would he have a chance.
Du Qi was not a simple person. Through one of his identities, he could determine that his purpose in coming to the Western Region was not simple. Therefore, Arhan did not intend to deceive him. He could only tell the truth, hoping to get Du Qi's approval and support.
Du Qi said indifferently, "Speak."
Arhan breathed a sigh of relief and continued, "Your Highness, two years ago, the Pope of the Persian Central Church in the Western Region died of illness. A new Pope needed to be selected. At that time, there were two candidates. One was me, and the other was the then Bishop, Natus. "
"Originally, my voice in the Central Church was extremely high. But I did not expect that Natus bought my people and even instigated my confidants to rebel. So in the competition for the Pope, I was defeated."
"Due to my considerable prestige in the Central Church, if Natus killed me, it would certainly have an impact. Therefore, Natus used the pretext of widely propagating Manichaeism as an excuse to have me come to the Western Region to preach, to spread the teachings of Manichaeism, and to publicize the deeds of Venerable Ming."
"In fact, he exiled me, making me leave the center of the Central Church."
"Since then, the Central Church has been controlled by Natus."
At this point, Arhan said, "Ping Xi Wang, everything I said is true. If Ping Xi Wang does not believe me, you can arrange for people to go to Persia to inquire about the news. Many people know about this situation. "
After hearing this, Du Qi's heart became lively.
Arhan was a failure.
This could be used.
After having an idea in his mind, Du Qi said, "Arhan, why did you preach in the Western Region? Anyway, you have been expelled from the Central Church. Could it be that you want to preach in the Western Region, make a career, and finally return to the Central Church? "
Arhan smiled bitterly and said, "How can I return to the Central Church? Natus is an extremely powerful person. I left for two years. I'm afraid that the Central Church is now Natus's people. Since I can't go back, I want to make some achievements on my own. At least, I want to let the people of the Central Church know that I, Arhan, am not a useless person. "
Du Qi said, "You've been in the Western Region for two years. Don't tell me you still haven't achieved anything in these two years?"
"No, I haven't." Arhan said, "I'm the State Preceptor of the Gaochang Monarch. Besides, my Manichaeism is the state religion of Gaochang, so it still has some influence. "
After a pause, Arhan continued, "I'm already old. I came to the Western Region to make a career and make countless people believe in Manichaeism. I want to let Natus know that even if I'm exiled, I will still make a career."
"Hahaha …"
Du Qi burst into laughter after hearing this.
Arhan said, "What are you laughing at, Your Highness Ping Xi Wang? Is there anything funny about what I just said? "
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