Civil Servant in a Romance Fantasy - Chapter 502

502 – Multi-Ethnicity and Multi-Religion – 7

Due to the silence of conservatives, including the growth of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, the issues regarding the World Tree and Constantine were quickly concluded. I said I had to go back quickly because I was busy, but I didn’t expect it to end this quickly. I thought it would take a week.

“An official delegation celebrating the resurrection of the World Tree will be dispatched to the foreign race reserve under the Kpelopen Empire, and the parishes within the foreign race reserve will decide on their continuation and gradual withdrawal through agreement with the local foreign race.”＜ Br﹥

The cardinals applauded or nodded silently as the Pope spoke. Since the outcome had already been decided, there was a will to follow it even if one did not like it.

“We also re-designate the World Tree as the divine tree of the Church of Dawn, and acknowledge the existence of Constantina, who bestowed the World Tree on the continent, as the continent’s god. We declare that this decision was made unanimously by the College of Cardinals.”

A monumental declaration in which the Dawn Church, which claimed to have one god, officially acknowledged the existence of other gods.

In that historic moment, the Pope struck the gavel three times with a calm expression.

“Then let’s move on to the next item.”

However, the council begins now. Even the historical world tree agenda was only one of the many agendas that had to be dealt with at the council.

‘How many years will it take?’

From my memory, the Council of the Dawn Church lasts for several months at the shortest, or several years at the longest.

Of course, the council is not held 365 days a year, but only a certain period of time a year is devoted to the council, like selling seasonal menus. If the leadership of the denomination is truly held captive by the council for an entire year, the denomination will be ruined.

Because of that limitation, it seems like the number of councils is increasing by the year.

‘I guess I can just ignore it and get on with it.’

I slowly closed my eyes while watching the council that seemed to be returning to the Inner Demonic Sutra again.

After all, I am neither a cardinal nor a deeply religious believer. I am just a reference person invited for the World Tree agenda. Even the world tree agenda was successfully passed, so I don’t have to worry about it anymore.

If we bury it in the back of our memories, we may one day hear the news that the council has ended—

“This is an agenda for the eternal blue sky, which is the unique culture of the northern nomads.”

?

‘What?’

I ended up hearing a familiar name in an unfamiliar place. Why does that name appear here?

‘Is this okay?’

Without realizing it, I looked at the atmosphere. Following the recognition of Constantina as an independent god, the spirit of bringing up the eternal blue sky as an agenda item. Even I, just watching, feel dizzy, but the shock the cardinals will feel must be considerable.

No, it definitely had to be substantial.

“If it’s the eternal blue sky… He was called the god of the beginning, right?”

“As I remember, I heard that the worship of heaven developed into faith. I also heard that it was combined with the belief in wolves, but I am not sure.”

However, the cardinals’ reaction was calmer than expected. There was an uproar, but it was not for backlash or embarrassment about the agenda, but for sharing information about the god of the eternal blue sky.

It’s strange. No matter how far the eternal blue sky is below Constantina, God is God. We are now in a situation where we have to acknowledge a new god, so can we be so calm?

‘Have I been liberated?’

To my horror, I even had that thought. Since Constantina has already been recognized as a god, hasn’t the paganism entered a state of enjoying one, two, or three, and that’s it? Otherwise, it doesn’t make sense.

“It is a consideration for the empire.”

“Huh?”

While he was seriously thinking alone, Tanian spoke softly.

“The reason the empire rules as an empire is because it receives the mandate of heaven—that is, the favor and protection of God. However, since we recognized a new god called Constantina, didn’t we create room for the mandate of heaven to be interpreted in many ways?”

‘Ah.’

After hearing that, I thought it was a shame.

That’s right. The empire is an empire because of the mandate of heaven, but if a god other than Enen is recognized, a new mandate of heaven may arise. A crazy monarch converted to paganism and said, ‘I too am an emperor with a mandate from heaven!’ If you say that, the Church of Dawn has nothing to say.

Of course, one of the elements that constitutes the mandate of heaven is national power, so the empire cannot actually be shaken by paganism, but the problem is that it leaves some room.

‘…It’ll be okay, right?’

For a moment, I could see a future where I would be scolded by the emperor, but I tried to calm down.

Even the Emperor knows that I went as a witness to prove the resurrection of the World Tree. You can’t lie in front of the Pope and the Cardinals, so they will understand why things turned out this way. Because I was just telling the truth.

Although the World Tree agenda was pushed to the cardinals who were fighting on other agendas, it was also true that they were busy and had to return quickly. To be honest, even the emperor would not like me staying in the Holy Church for months or years.

“But if the eternal blue sky also becomes a god, it will be beneficial to the empire.”

“To the Empire?”

“Yes. It may be difficult to unilaterally deal with Constantina, the elf god, during the Emperor’s time as a friend of different races, but Eternal Blue Sky is the god of the nomads who surrendered to the empire. As it is a god recognized by the Church of Dawn, it stabilizes the empire’s system.”

And thanks to Tanian’s perfect logic, my anxiety completely disappeared.

“I see.”

This is indeed correct. I didn’t come here to leave room for Cheonmyeong to be shaken. Rather, the empire became stronger and the nomads received elements that made them loyal to the empire.

I think it’s easier to just think of it that way.

The first day of the council has concluded.

At the same time, his role as a witness to the council ended and he became free. Now the cardinals will take care of the rest.

“Now that we’ve come all the way to a foreign country, let’s go sightseeing starting tomorrow.”

That’s why he proposed while hugging Trixie’s waist. Since I came here thinking it was a honeymoon, wouldn’t it be better to hang out here and there rather than returning home as soon as my role as a reference is over?

Enestye is a city where various people and cultures coexist as the sacred place of the Dawn Church and the center of the continent’s religious community. Although it may be difficult to enjoy colorful and enjoyable sightseeing in a city with religious overtones, you can fully enjoy the unique atmosphere.

In addition, it is said that since the first council in hundreds of years was held, more people than usual gathered with the desire to share in that historic moment. Thanks to this, many street stalls opened up.

“Tourism?”

But an unexpected reaction came back. It was a voice that seemed somewhat embarrassing to anyone who heard it.

“Why? Are you tired?”

“That’s not true, but shouldn’t you return home right away?”

And I was able to understand Trixie’s reaction from her words that followed. Trixie is asking if the results of this council should be quickly reported to the emperor and discussed measures before they are spread to the ruling class of each country.

Of course, this is an understandable reaction. Constantina’s public recognition has been confirmed, and Eternal Blue Sky is also on the verge of public recognition. It is true that we need to respond faster than anyone else as this is something that will shake the continent’s values.

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“It’s okay. “I already told you.”

But it is the emperor’s job to deal with it, not me. If a text message was sent right away on the spot, that would be enough. Honestly, even if the Minister of Inspection returned to Korea, what would he do about the religious issue? Are you going to inspect the churches spread throughout the empire?

Crucially, the emperor, that b*stard, sent me away and never told me when to return. In good conscience, I don’t intend to stay rooted there for several weeks, but I certainly don’t intend to return home in one day.

“So, let’s take a rest for a few days and then go. If we don’t do this, when will we go sightseeing in another country?”

Then, Trixie’s ears began to slowly rise into the sky.

Of course, Trixie also wanted to play.

***

With great rights comes great obligations.

Therefore, the emperor, who is more noble and noble than anyone else, must perform heavier and harsher duties than anyone else.

‘I’m going crazy.’

Still, I had no idea that such a heinous duty would be imposed. Why do things like this happen during my reign?

‘Because he’s a public figure.’

In the end, I laughed. During the religious war, Constantina obediently cooperated with Enen, and the Church of Dawn did not oppress Constantina’s religious community. Rather, they showed their own respect for being the one who gave the world tree to the continent, and informally or customarily, they expressed ‘treatment similar to that of a god’.

However, it is said that he has now gone beyond that level and is recognized as an independent deity. From the victory of the Dawn Church to the present—the monotheistic system that had lasted for hundreds of years was shaken.

It is said that the recognition of not only Constantina but also the eternal blue sky is on the verge of being confirmed, so now there are not one but three gods on this continent.

‘The sun, plants, and sky.’

Meanwhile, I hate myself for thinking it’s a pretty good combination.

‘It’s not bad.’

I continued to laugh like that before coming to a conclusion.

It is true that once this fact is revealed, the continent will shake. The churches spread out all over the place will be shaken, the subjects will be confused, and the nobles will also begin to quarrel.

But surprisingly, it’s not really a bad situation. It would have been a pain in the ass if Constantine had ended up as a public figure, but the eternal blue sky also became a public figure and the painter turned into a blessing.

‘The eternal blue sky is part of the empire.’

The north became the territory of the empire, and influential tribal leaders became nobles. The empire also declared that it would respect northern culture, and the emperor became the khan of the nomads. There is no problem with this even if the emperor claims suzerainty over the nomadic faith of the eternal blue sky.

On the other hand, the heterogeneous tribes who are Constantina’s followers are ambiguous because they are nominally close friends of the emperor and not subjects of the empire, but fortunately, the empire and the heterogeneous tribes have friendly relations. Situation: The Amguns before His Majesty maintained smooth relations with other races, so unless the empire makes unreasonable demands first, the other races will not cause an uproar over this incident.

No, it is very likely that they will go beyond being quiet and be cooperative with the empire. The Empire had previously been friendly with the Dawn Church, and now took control of the Eternal Blue Sky faith. This means that out of the three recognized gods, two are from the pro-empire camp. In this situation, if only Constantina faith remains neutral, she will be left alone.

‘It’s not bad… But…’

I sighed involuntarily. It’s good, but the problem is that I have to make it all happen.

Going crazy. I can’t believe reports like this have been coming since the first day of the council. I am so scared of what kind of hell will unfold once the Council is completely over.

***

A small prayer room located deep inside St. Togra Cathedral. I remained there alone and prayed to our Lord.

I have no regrets about my choice to recognize paganism. I thought this was the right thing to do if it was truly for the state and the denomination. Oppressing and turning a blind eye to the splendid reappearance of God, and denying that he exists, are not good for the future of the church. Just as we do, others may turn away from and deny our Lord.

Yes, this is correct. If any other method is chosen, countless blood and tears will flow on the ground, and screams and wailing will fill the sky, just like during the religious wars.

Yes, it would have been. It must have been like that.

…

“Lord, please do not forgive this sinner.”

I confessed my heart toward the Lord. No matter how right this may be, don’t forgive me.

Please do not forgive the so-called servant for downgrading the name of the only Lord and for destroying the glory accumulated by our ancestors.

I have to carry all the karma with me. The good and wise cardinals who followed my stubbornness are not guilty.

I prayed and hoped that this sincerity would reach the Lord. I prayed until the sun set, darkness covered the sky, and dawn broke again.

“…Lord.”

Then I lifted my head and opened my eyes, and the cross of the Lord was shining.

– I know what you mean.

With a voice that is too sweet for a mere creature to hear.