## Chapter 793 – Kingdom Martial Arts Tournament

He said things were screwed, but it turned out to be a great success.

Could I be any happier?

I knew it would be good for publicity, but I didn’t expect such an extreme effect to manifest in just three days.

ㅡClap clap clap clap clap!!!

Like a crazy car driving in reverse, I moonwalked across the vast audience chamber. The applause was a bonus. My limbs were seized by a violent impulse due to overwhelming joy.

“Hoorayyyyyy!!!!”

Explosion in new members!!
Increase in donations and offerings!!!

Thus achieving world peace!!

“The birth of the Order’s Guardian!!!!”

My, 천마 Michael Jackson Kim Kat’s, inhuman entertainment completely captivated the hearts of the kingdom’s people!! To contribute so greatly to the church, I could be called a true paladin without any problem!

“That, that retreating gait is still amazing.”

The Saintess looked at me, seemingly surprised, and said that.

“But it’s making me restless, so calm down soon.”
“Yes, ma’am!!!”

ㅡSqueak!

I stopped immediately and sat down in front of the Saintess.

I’m so happy I could go crazy. The Kim Kat effect, indeed. The Order said they’d prepare a separate reward for me, so I have something to look forward to.

“Hehehe! Saintess! Didn’t I tell you? That I can do everything damn well! Wow, I’m so happy with the results! I never thought I’d elevate the Order’s reputation this much! It’s all Kim Kat! I am Kim Kat!!”

Overflowing with joy, I exploded with confidence and appealed to the Saintess about my abilities. Yes! This is the Kim Kat class! An inhuman level of dignity that no one can match! The entertainer and gladiator of the century!!!

“Are you that happy?”
“Of course!!”
“Hmph, my workload has increased quite a bit, though.”

The Saintess smiled faintly, crossed her legs, and leaned back in her chair.

“But you’re happy, aren’t you?”

She must be happy even if her workload has increased.

“Of course, I am. This is quite a sum of money coming in at once. In fact, just thinking about how to use this money makes me feel quite good.”
“Hehehe, maybe you can replenish the Holy Knights or something.”
“There are many other things besides that. And the donations that the exploding number of believers will offer…”
“Long-term future revenue will increase.”
“That’s right.”

Anyway, it seems the Order’s finances have become abundant.

The surge in new members and the flood of donations.

Administrative work will pour in for the time being, but this must be a joyful scream. Originally, money is needed to make the world peaceful.

There have been incidents with demons and such recently, so funds for preparation are essential. I still remember what that Gognyzha said. If the Great Demon decides to invade, the increased number of believers will definitely help.

“I didn’t know the public would be so enthusiastic about that strange dance. The fact that it was such a big promotion was also unexpected… As expected, the Paladin shows results beyond expectations in whatever he does.”
“That’s right! That’s my ability! But if you hadn’t given me permission, this wouldn’t have happened! This is all thanks to your insight!!!”

I immediately gave the credit to the Saintess.

“In the end, it was only possible because you devoted yourself more than anyone else! I always respect you!!”

In the end, it only happened because the Saintess hired me…!

“Hmph, is that how it works? To say that to me… As expected, the Paladin is good with words. You’re the only one who says things like that.”

The Saintess said, lighting a cigarette.

“Really… I feel so much better that my fatigue is relieved.”
“I feel twice as good that you say that!!”

It’s truly a happy ending.

Wasn’t the Kingdom Martial Arts Tournament a kind of spirit that brings happiness? I don’t remember any names other than Harun, but it must have been. As I started to think that way, my heart warmed and an inhuman emotion welled up.

ㅡAh.

To think that Kim Kat, who came to the capital, would become such a big shot. But it’s only natural. It’s only natural that this would happen because I am me.

I am always full of confidence.

“Anyway, the Order is discussing rewarding the Paladin. Everyone likes you. The Holy Knights, priests, and nuns are all very grateful. We must give you a proper reward.”

When I came today, I greeted the church members, and they all thanked me. All the church members now like me, who has elevated the Order’s reputation by winning the tournament.

“Hehehe! Thank you so much! But.”

There’s one more person whose reaction I’m curious about.

“What does the Pope think?”

The Pope of the Brass Celestial Angel Society.

He is quite strict and traditional. So I don’t think he liked me very much, but I wonder what his reaction will be.

“The Pope, you mean? That stiff-headed old man seems quite surprised this time too. He didn’t show it, but he must be happy. Because of the sudden influx of funds.”
“I see.”

That’s good then.

I just need to give the impression that I am capable and useful. This incident must have made him realize the value of this Kim Kat.

I smiled pleasantly and leaned back in my chair. Things are going very well. As I was relaxing, I noticed small booklets on the Saintess’s desk.

There are quite a few, stacked high.

Are they pamphlets?
I picked one up and asked.

“But what are these?”
“Those are pamphlets that simply summarize the doctrines. They’re for new members. It’s hard to explain the doctrines one by one, so we made them.”
“Oh. Did you make them because of the surge in new members?”

The Saintess nodded, and I picked one up and opened it. It’s literally a pamphlet. Not a lot of writing, just a simple booklet.

“Are the doctrines all summarized in this pamphlet?”
“Not really. Holy Knights, priests, and nuns study the doctrines very deeply, but ordinary believers can’t do that. In short, it’s an abridged version. It’s a guide to help new members understand.”

It seems to be a summary that simply summarizes the doctrines.
I immediately read it slowly.

「Published by: The Brass Celestial Angel Society.」

1. Do not do evil deeds.
2. Despise the wicked.
3. If you witness an evil act, stop it if you can with your own strength, and if it is beyond your ability, immediately report it to the authorities or inform the people around you.

The first topic was about evil deeds.
It’s vague, but it’s just about living kindly.

Let’s move on to the next topic.

1. Do not touch other people’s belongings without permission. The only things you can touch are the belongings of the wicked.

2. Do not start fights unless there is a valid reason. The only people you can fight are the wicked.

3. Always think about whether your violence is justified. You must accurately judge whether the other person is wicked based on reason and rationality.

4. Do not falsely slander others. The only people who can be slandered are the wicked.

5. Consider that your thoughts may be wrong. Anyone can misunderstand. Get into the habit of thinking one more time and judging coldly.

6. Do not force unreasonable things on the innocent. The only people who can be forced to do unreasonable things are the wicked.

It’s literally just good words written down.

Certainly, the wicked must be indiscriminately slandered, beaten to death, and then everything taken away, and the righteousness of that righteous act must be praised.

It can be said to be a doctrine of practical compression.

1. If you suspect heresy, report it to the church immediately.
2. If you suspect a demon, report it to the church immediately.

The last chapter stated that if you witness heresy or demons, you must report it.

「If you live by this, you will be embraced by the warm arms of Verde, the most righteous guardian of balance.」

「Know that the Order’s Holy Knights and Paladins are always protecting this world.」

“There are quite a few good words written here?”

In summary, it was a guideline for common-sense morality.

Reject evil deeds and reject those who commit them. The doctrine was to live while respecting each other and thinking correctly.

It’s still a normal religion.

If people lived by these simple things, the world would be peaceful.

But they can’t, so the Holy Knights are running wild.

“It’s just a very simple summary. But if you explain it to that extent, everyone will understand.”
“Certainly, since only good words are written, everyone will nod.”
“There is no one who doesn’t want to be moral. It’s a summary of selected content that everyone can relate to.”

Does that mean something is missing?

“That’s true too.”

Unless you’re a psychopath, everyone has a desire to be moral.

But it’s just there, it’s not much.

It varies from person to person, and above all, if there were a lot of such feelings, would this world be in this shape?

Most of the people in this other world, that is, the lower classes I’ve seen since I came to this other world, are mostly guys who would commit robbery and murder without hesitation.

Morality is something you can only keep if you’re full.

In that sense, the people in the capital who have a lot of money are full, and the fuller they are, the more they pursue honor, so they want to act more morally.

If not, at least they want to appear moral to their acquaintances.

Those people join the Brass Celestial Angel Society, contribute to world peace by donating, and are satisfied with their morality. It’s a very honorable and moral thing.

Isn’t it a good story to tell others?

And this time, you saw the Paladin who won the martial arts tournament and joined? Then that becomes a common interest of the people in the capital. They use that to start conversations and build friendships, and then they competitively donate a lot of money to stand out even more in the group they created by building friendships.

It’s a very good social phenomenon.

This is the Kim Kat effect.

“Why don’t the Paladin take a few and hand them out directly on the street? There probably isn’t anyone in the capital who doesn’t know the Paladin’s face. It will be effective.”
“Actually, I heard some whispering on the way here.”

I saw quite a few people who stopped when they saw me and talked to their companions. I think they’ll start talking to me in earnest in a few days. Ah! The life of an entertainer!

“Well, then I’ll take a few. If someone talks to me, I can hand them out and tell them to join the church, right?”
“I would be very happy if you did that.”

The Saintess smiled and organized a few pamphlets and handed them to me.

“So, Paladin. Is there a reward you want? The Order is discussing it on its own, but it would be good to reflect the person’s opinion if possible. Don’t hesitate to tell me. Most rewards are possible.”
“Oh my. It’s hard to think of anything when I try to think about it.”

I’m tempted by the Celestial Angel Armor worn by the Brass Celestial Angel Society’s Holy Knights, but that’s not equipment that suits me very well.

It’s so shiny and brass-colored that it’s not very good for me, who often has to ambush while being dispatched to various places. This Battle Priest equipment set is the best for rough use.

And as for weapons, there’s Vugal.

“Hmm…”

Sacred objects or church artifacts that produce special effects don’t really feel right either. There are too many options, so I’m just worried. Actually, it would be best to receive it in money, but that’s a bit strange too.

All the profits earned this time are money that people have donated to the Order and the world. Money they give to protect them from evil beings.

It’s a bit of a problem to receive it in money when I haven’t really solved any demonic or heretical incidents. I just performed enthusiastically at the martial arts tournament.

“Can’t you decide?”
“It feels a bit like that.”
“Then… I’ll think about it on my own.”

The Saintess said, lighting a cigarette.

“Are you going to take me to that restaurant again this time?”
“That’s a good thing too. But this time it will probably take some time. Because my current workload has exploded.”

She must be very busy.

“So wait patiently. I’ll think about it leisurely.”
“Yes. I understand.”
“And… I watched the match well. Seeing such an undeniably strong figure, I can say that I am very satisfied. Good job.”
“Hehehe, thank you!!”
“And winning too… is something to celebrate.”
“I’m twice as happy because you’re praising me.”

I did a damn good job.

Anyway, the Saintess is very busy right now, so she said that she would do something about this next time when she has a little more time and dismissed me.

When I came out like that, it was snowing.

It’s officially winter now.

Let’s go home.