CH 129

I was curious about the completion reward and about the details of the renewed quest. However, now there were a lot of eyes around.

It would be better to put it off for later.

[‘The Creative Business Manager’ says that the product prepared by ‘The World-building God’ is small and it’s okay to receive it now.]

Hoo, if you say so.

When asked if I would like to receive the compensation, I chose ‘Yes’ and at that moment, I felt a piece of cloth graze my hand as it fell under the table.

[<System> You got a bag scarf.]

I glanced down and saw a small silk fabric of good size to tie a ribbon.

[Item> ‘Bag scarf’

A high-end functional decoration that allows you to summon and reverse summon bags. This makes it easier to carry a bag.

Note: ‘The World-building God’ was prepared to further enhance your uniform looks.]

I can’t believe I don’t have to carry a bag now. In other words, this is a real top-of-the-line inventory.

I was impressed.

‘My Lord!’

But my God didn’t answer.

[‘The Creative Business Manager’ says that the head of the development division is currently working like crazy.]

[‘The Critic who adjusts the balance’ is wary of making products that give a sense of balance destruction.]

World God seemed to be suddenly inspired and was devoted to his main job. While thinking about how wonderful of a God he was, I checked the renewal quest.

[<Quest> Step 3 of the missionary work of the Leader from the World Order Denomination (difficulty: unknown)

Now the church with deep-rooted evil won’t be able to mess with you. Since you have a lot of time, let’s start with the basics.

A Saint is a person who has received the ordination of a bishop. Furthermore, it is outrageous that you, the leading representative of the World Church, do not have a parish in charge! 

Let’s designate a parish and build a magnificent temple on it. 

Success Reward: ???

Failure penalty: None]

It’s a reasonable quest. 

Anyway, I’m also a bishop so I need my own parish and church.

That way, I can preach the wonders of World God, hold various ceremonies, and receive donations.

‘The question is where do I build my parish?’

Before starting to think of a niche market that other bishops had not yet preoccupied, an aesthetic low voice dropped from the side.

“Thank you for your hard work, leader.” 

As if he was conscious of the cardinals, Thesilid used formal speech. It was strangely pleasing to hear such a new title in his voice.

“Yes. Terry too. ”

“Did you decide on the Order’s name?”

“I’ll think about it slowly. If you have any opinions, please feel free to tell me.” 

“And the Vice-captain?”

“There are only two of us, so I and you have to be the Captain and the Vice.”

His eyes, which revealed a moment’s wonder, soon bent softly. 

“Promotion, that’s not bad.” 

Watching him made me laugh as well. We have time to smile at each other like this, too.

“Kh-hmm.”

“Hm-hmm.”

Vesalius and Decal coughing in vain were a scene I could not understand.

[‘The Scales that Judges the Soul’ hates disturbers.]

I will talk with Thesilid later, as I should pay attention to the two Cardinals right now.

“Now, then……”

I leaned deeply against the backrest and clasped my hands together. 

“Since you threw me a carrot, it’s time for you to tell me what you want, right?” 

“Khg-hum!”

For a moment, there was an eye conversation between Vesalius and Decal, and after a silent agreement, Vesalius cleared his throat.

“I have something to talk about the artifact earned from the subjugation, the ‘Portable Sanctuary’.” 

“Yes. What is it?” 

“Everyone in the denomination acknowledges that Your Eminence’s contribution was the greatest one in this subjugation. But ‘Portable Sanctuary’ is too great of an artifact to attribute to an individual. It is believed that using it as a public good of the church will maximize efficiency.” 

Well, it’s better to harden my expression here without saying a word. 

“We are well aware that according to the universal rules of distribution, Your Eminence, the greatest contributor, has ownership priority. So we are not forcing you, but we’d like you to give up your priority to the church for the sake of the cause and the public interest…….”

At this point, I should tilt my head at an angle and narrow my eyes to add to the mood. 

Vesalius’s tone became slightly impatient.

“Of course, the denomination will appraise the value of the artifact and provide compensation befitting of Your Eminence’s merit for this subjugation. We will also try to prepare separate rewards that will be satisfactory with giving up the priority of ownership.”

For some reason, it was a serious attitude where they left nothing to be desired. Now it’s time for me to open my mouth.

“Good.”

“Your Eminence might not…what?”

Vesalius and Decal blinked as if my willing acceptance was very unexpected. Even Cardinal Cattleya, who kept her seat to stand by me in any case, seemed to be puzzled. 

Anyway, it was an artifact that was not very useful to me. I also have to pay an astronomical amount of money to own it and I was not the only one who worked in the subjugation. 

Rather, it would be better to negotiate to get something else.

“You said you’d give me a satisfactory reward, then I’d like you to exempt me and my Order from article three for the dungeons we are going to subjugate.” 

“A-As you wish.”

Vesalius and Decal furiously nodded.

Article Three is about dedicating one-third of the income earned in dungeons, it’s similar to taxes in other countries.

Seeing that they are willing to give this duty-free privilege right off the bat, it seems they are coveting the ‘Portable Sanctuary’ as nothing else matters. 

“Is that all you have to say?”

In my question, Vesalius and Decal’s gaze met again.

This time, Decal opened his mouth. 

“This subjugation is expected to spread the existence of Your Eminence throughout the Serentra continent. Then, naturally, there will be many people who will want to meet Your Eminence in each country. I know you don’t like it, but…we’d like to ask for the minimum external activities.”

In a world where divine power is falling, a Saint who knows how to use Descent of Divinity appeared after a long time, so they would like to promote the status of the denomination by promoting me. I understand.

Just in time, the third stage of the quest came to mind.

“Do I get paid for a business trip?” 

I thought they’d be surprised by my relentless materialism. 

“We will budget the dignity costs according to protocol!”

“Then I’m glad.”

“We’re glad you accepted it.” 

“I want you to decide where to visit in consideration of my intentions.” 

“Of course.”

This seemed to end Vesalius and Decal’s business. It’s my turn now. 

“I have a request from my side, too.” 

“What is it?”

“I want to go on vacation before the missionary service.”

Isn’t it natural to take a reward vacation after conquering this many dungeons? It was a perfectly reasonable requirement.

✠

At that time, in Hispenril Palace.

Aaron Jake Hispenril, Prince of the Hispenril Principality who heard the belated news about the dungeon burst because he was stuck in a C-class mine dungeon, rushed back. 

“Boss! Where is the damned boss! ”

“Welcome back, sir?

“It’s not time to say greetings, Edgar! I’ll go to the place where the dungeon burst occurred, so just give me a transfer stone! Sheesh, how can this happen while I am working on physical training for a moment?… ”

“It’s not only for a moment. Moreover, about that dungeon burst, I was told that it was safely subjugated several hours ago. ”

“What? Was it Marquis Lecandro? ”

Marquis Romina Lecandro.

She was the headmaster of the Military Academy, and among the knights, she was the next strongest after Prince Hispenril.

Chief adviser Edgar denied it.

“It was said that The Holy One stepped up.”

“The Holy One? Who is that? ”

“You don’t know anything because you were only in the dungeon, but not long ago, a Saint appeared in the Holy Country, and she is being called The Holy One because she is a special Saint who can use Descent of Divinity.”

“Descent of Divinity?”

“Yes. It’s said that she’s even an Advanced Aura Expert, so she was at the forefront of this subjugation. ”

“No way…”

“Is there a problem?” 

“No, no! More than that, tell me more about The Holy One! ”

The eyes of Prince Hispenril were twinkling.

Edgar continued to explain, thinking that it was a similar reaction to when he announced that he had found the traces of Princess Elthea ten years ago.

“I heard that she is a young woman. In fact, the information that a Saint appeared in the past has been unconfirmed for so long that no one was sure, but this performance made everything clear.”

“Edgar, is it true that few people know how to use Descent?”

“Yes. It’s really unusual. In fact, an ordinary Saint is just a title for those who achieved the 8th rank in divine power, much like an Aura Master or the 8th Circle of Magic. Such status is like an honorary job appointed by humans. ”

“I see.”

“But the story is different if the person can use Descent of Divinity. That means the person is an agent or a prophet who is connected directly to God. This is the first time in 500 years that a Holy One has appeared, so the continent is buzzing.” 

“Kh-hmm!”

For some reason, the advisor felt a proud relish in the empty cough from the Prince. Edgar went on, wondering if it was just his imagination. 

“Sooner or later, invitations and requests will come flooding to the Holy One. I think she will also visit our Principality at least once. ”

“Really? Refurbish the palace right now! You have to finish within a week! Hurry!”

“Calm down, Your Excellency. Don’t be in such a hurry. The Holy One will probably start with the Kingdom of Vinchester. Unfortunately, our Principality has few connections with the Church of Elpenheim. This is all because the Ivory Tower keeps checking the church and there’s no parish designation here for fear of potion sales going down.…”

As it was the same medical industry, the Golden Ivory Tower, which was the big boss in the area, was extremely wary of healers entering their realm.

Despite this estranged diplomatic relationship, Prince Hispenril was firm.

“No. I am sure The Holy One will be visiting our Principality first. No, I’m more than sure.”

“Yes, well, if Your Excellency insists, I will execute the budget right away. ”

If the Lord wants you to do so, you should just follow. 

In addition, Edgar thought it was not bad because the Prince who gave the order looked strangely excited.