569 – The Forgotten Council – 3
After meeting with the emperor, the northern great lords were invited to the mansion. If we want to restore the unique culture of the North, wouldn’t we need the opinions and advice of local people in the North?
Actually, since it is related to the north, it would be right to invite them to the County of Wiridia, but it would be troublesome to go all the way to Wiridia when they are newlyweds. So I just invited them to the system. In any case, the restoration project is a centrally led project, so there is no problem in terms of justification even if it is met in the system.
Moreover, the great lords preferred to meet in the Islands rather than in the North. After all, people should live in the center.
“A restoration project?”
As soon as the northern great lords gathered at the speed of light, they explained the restoration of the northern culture, and the Marquis of Barandiga expressed doubts as a representative.
“It was only two years ago that the North was embraced by a benevolent empire. With the majority of the British people still remembering what life was like back then, wouldn’t it cause confusion if the Northern culture was promoted?”
The question is whether it would be okay to restore the alien northern culture in a situation where it is not enough to imperialize the nomads. As an imperial noble, this is indeed a reasonable response.
Differences in culture can be a criterion for distinguishing between regions and countries. If the North retains its own culture, the distance between the empire’s mainland and the North may become more extreme. It is definitely an issue that any monarch or lord must approach with caution.
Nevertheless, the emperor decided to restore northern culture.
“It’s okay. An empire is an empire because it encompasses everything.”
Because anything is allowed within the walls of the empire.
How could Kpelopen have had territory like this from the beginning? Through war, the territory of metallurgy was expanded, and occupied areas with different cultures were incorporated into the mainland of the empire. The coexistence of various cultures is a daily occurrence for the empire.
Of course, the culture of the North is uniquely heterogeneous compared to the cultures of other settled countries, but doesn’t the emperor also serve as the Khan of the North? As Khan, he controls the north with appropriate military power and keeps the northern nomads full of supplies from the mainland. If this simple method is maintained, the probability of the North breaking away from the empire is extremely low.
“His Majesty Sangwang declared that he would respect the northern culture when he became Khan. His rightful successor, His Majesty the Emperor, also means the same thing. Northern culture is not a poison that breaks the unity of the empire, but a flower that can make the empire more diverse.”
“It truly means that you are the emperor who protects the will of heaven and presides over the continent. It is something that an ordinary person like me cannot even dare to think about.”
The Marquis of Barandiga showed signs of agreement with a brightened complexion due to my persuasion that was not my persuasion.
Although he expressed doubts about the cultural restoration project, the Marquis Barandiga is also fundamentally a nomad. He says that the empire will recognize and even restore the life and home he has lived, but he has no reason to oppose or be reluctant.
“What an ordinary person. The person who will play the most important role in this restoration project is the Marquis.”
And Barandi, whose complexion brightened, brought up the main point to the Marquis.
“Do you mean me?”
“Yes. Your Excellency, aren’t you the only priest of the Northern faith?”
“…Oh, yes. That’s right.”
The Marquis blinked for a moment at my words and belatedly nodded.
‘This is crazy.’
That reaction sent a chill down my spine. Could it be that he has reached the stage of forgetting that he is a priest? Priests became empires faster than any other nomads.
No, no. It won’t be oblivion. I guess he was just embarrassed by the fact that he had to fulfill his role as a priest for the first time in a long time. This is quite possible as I have been a priest in name only for a long time.
“The Dawn Church has decided to recognize paganism, and among those paganisms is the belief in the eternal blue sky. If it is a legitimate faith and not a rejected faith, shouldn’t it be restored?”
So, I tried hard to control my emotions and continued speaking, but—
“That is correct. Belief and worship in the eternal blue sky are fundamental to northern culture.”
The Marquis Barandiga’s expression was very calm. It’s as if he doesn’t care whether it’s restored or not.
Confusing. It is the Jeongjumin Emperor and the Pope who take the lead in restoring the faith, while the nomadic priests who are actually involved are reluctant to restore the faith. Even if something is distorted, it is greatly distorted.
‘Is it possible to restore…?’
I am truly concerned. Is this possible to restore faith?
Originally, Barandi, who had served as a priest for generations, attempted to grasp the traditions and doctrines of the faith in the eternal blue sky through his marquis. Since he was a current priest, he thought he could know as much as he wanted by just going through simple questions and answers.
But looking at him now, it seems that the Marquis Barandiga has also forgotten his traditions and doctrines. Eternal Blue Sky Even if there are actions or foods that are taboo in the faith, ‘Heaven is merciful and will forgive.’ It seems like it’s going to go away with the words.
‘…I have to ask God directly.’
However, the good news is that direct communication with the new party is possible. In any case, it is okay to ask the eternal blue sky to find forgotten traditions or create new doctrines.
In return, I will become an honorary priest who cannot be excluded or excluded.
‘Damn.’
A person who communicates with God and establishes the doctrine of faith. Even if I deny this, it is something that people in the world would consider a priest.
Fortunately, I avoided having ‘Priest of the Eternal Blue Sky’ officially added to my title.
“I know the traditions and doctrines well. I have been studying them for a long time because I am in a position to take over the position of priest one day.”
Unlike a father who was a priest in name only, her daughter was growing into a talented of being a priest.
“In that case, I guess I will be indebted to you. The Marquis is busy managing the estate, so I felt sorry for entrusting you with other tasks.”
“Yes, I will help as much as I can.”
I know, and Shati knows, that the Marquis of Barandiga is of no help even if she has too much time, but she uses the excuse of being busy for the sake of the Marquis’s honor her. Because our Marquis is a good priest, except that he has no faith.
Of course, I decided not to think about what else would be left to the priest other than faith.
“Now that I think about it, I heard that the Lady is currently staying in the islands with His Excellency the Marquis of Idrafen.”
“Oh, yes, that’s right.”
“If anything happens, come to the mansion. You can come and hang out with His Excellency, Marquis Idrafen.”
“Thank you, thank you…”
When she mentioned A Inter, she smiled happily, seeing Shati blushing as if she was embarrassed.
‘Thank you.’
I am more grateful. If I had made a mistake, I would have achieved this crazy unity of minister and priest.
Politics and religion must be completely separated. The unity of government is not a state that people should pursue.
“Then please give my regards to His Excellency the Marquis.”
“Yes, Your Excellency.”
After seeing off Shati, who repeatedly bowed and retreated, I walked to her office located deep inside her mansion.
Even a young lady without an official position has taken on the job. So, even if I am newlywed and on childcare leave, it is right for me to work at least a minimum.
‘The budget for temple construction must be secured in advance.’
For example, the restoration of the Temple of Eternal Blue Sky, which was completely destroyed during the last great subjugation war.
Although it would be impossible to restore all of the temples that were burned down due to the Jwifire Play, it would be impossible to at least save face by building them in the center of each great territory. If there is a single church, is it a pseudo-religion or a religion?
‘I guess I should say something regretful.’
And in order to move the budget to build 13 temples at the same time, you inevitably have to bow to the Minister of Finance.
If you think he will refuse, go with Pedi. If the godson crawls in front of the godfather, even the most vicious minister will soften his mind.
…
‘Something is strange.’
When I think about it, it’s strange. It’s a national project that the emperor ordered, so why do I have to raise the budget on my own?
‘Is this a national project?’
Emperor, you b*stard, didn’t you manipulate the promoter in my name?
***
After the announcement of the Council, the continent was engulfed in chaos.
However, this process is also a growing pain to move towards a better future. If you do not endure this pain, the denomination cannot grow, and it is a pain that will subside over time.
“I think I’ll die first before that.”
I ended up smiling bitterly at the mutterings of Master, the chief cardinal and secretary of the Congregation.
Clearly, Master was becoming haggard by the day. Among the forces opposing the results of the Council, conservative and moderate people are unable to criticize the Holy Father, the head of the religious order, and are holding Master, a member of the Secretariat, responsible for failing to properly assist the Holy Father.
It’s a shame. The Holy Father, who did the right thing, is resented, and the teacher who simply assisted His Holiness is criticized on his behalf.
“Master, as expected, I—”
“You stay still. The next saint must always remain neutral.”
As soon as I opened my mouth, Master shook his head firmly.
Actually, I know it well. Unlike the pope and cardinals, who must exercise political ability, saints of the Order of Dawn must remain completely neutral and free from political controversies. In order to embrace the believers of the denomination who have various tendencies, the saint must not show any inclination.
“At times like this, I resent my duties as a saint.”
“What can we do? “The first saint set a strange precedent.”
At those words, a chuckle escaped me without even realizing it. The first saint’s eccentricity has the power to move the corners of his mouth and even in a serious atmosphere.
“Whoever cuts off each other’s arms and attaches them first wins.”
“I have forgiven you, but the faith in my heart still cries out that I must enlighten you.”
“Your Holiness the Pope. How about confronting me with all your divine power? The Lord will guide the righteous to heaven.”
A quote from the first saint that is passed down as a legend within the church. He was a man of great presence throughout his life as a saint, and later saints did not intervene in political affairs. If they show even the slightest hint of involvement in politics, they will be checked, considering it is the second coming of the first saint.
“…Master.”
Anyway, he lowered the corner of his mouth that had been twitching for a while and opened his mouth seriously.
“What is it again this time?”
“I will begin my pilgrimage to the Holy Land.”
Then Master turned his gaze from the documents to me.
“Didn’t I just tell you to stay still?”
“Pilgrimage to holy places is the duty of believers. Is it any wonder that the next saint would go around holy places to clear his mind?”
“It’s a strange thing to do at this time.”
Know. Normally, if you start a pilgrimage to the Holy Land immediately after the Council, it will certainly be seen as a pilgrimage to persuade and console believers who are opposed to the Council.
That’s why I want to move. To help His Holiness and Master as much as I can, without going against convention.
“Master.”
“Why again?”
“When didn’t I tell you not to do something?”
Master’s face crushed at the proud declaration of war.