Civil Servant in a Romance Fantasy - Chapter 504

504 – Holy Honeymoon – 2

Enestye’s scene was better than I expected. I was worried about the strict and serious atmosphere since it was a city that had reached the max level for specialization in religion, but when I thought about it, Rome and the Vatican all over the world were also places with many tourists. There was no need to worry.

‘You go sightseeing for this taste.’

There are cathedrals that are impressive even to the average person who is not versed in architecture, monuments filled with anecdotes of saints and famous priests, and multicultural complex areas that were created when believers from all over the continent settled down. It was as if the city itself was a museum.

In addition, the security, cleanliness, and prices were fantastic, as if they had truly received the grace of Enen. Since it is the center of the Dawn Church, if a problem arises, the image of the Church itself will be ruined. Maybe that’s why I felt like the church was managing it with gritted teeth.

‘A tourist destination with no prices.’

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My heart suddenly felt grand. A tourist destination without customers and other b*stards. It’s like a fantasy, like a barracks without cruelty or a reporter who only tells the truth.

Since it is a sacred place, it is somewhat different. A fantasy that can only be seen in dreams has been realized into reality.

“Should we go there next time?”

While I was looking around with my arms around Trixie, I pointed to a tower that boasted a splendid presence from afar.

To be honest, I was worried from the moment I entered the Holy Church. Because it was located on the outskirts of the city, it was taller than any other building in Enestye. Even better than St. Togra Cathedral, which is the center of Enestje.

In some ways, the tower could be said to be propane, but that made it all the more interesting. How did such an unholy tower come to be built in Enestye?

“Yes. I’m also curious about what Enestye looks like from up high.”

Trixie also seemed to like my suggestion and nodded willingly.

In fact, it was a natural reaction for Trixie, a wizard. Even as an ordinary person, I am concerned about the existence of that tower, but I wonder what it would be like for a wizard whose life is all about research and exploration. Trixie would probably have suggested it first if I hadn’t said it.

“The only building that tall in the islands was the Magic Tower.”

“It’s even more fascinating when you think about it that way. Is it the magic tower of the Holy Church?”

I looked up at the tower at Trixie’s muttering

It might be more correct to call that a castle tower rather than a magic tower.

As soon as the Pope’s silver plaque was shown, the manager at the entrance of the tower politely began explaining.

“This tower was built immediately after the end of the religious war by the holy knights and priests who survived the fierce battlefield, and the believers who gathered voluntarily. They fought for the glory of the Lord and the correct faith, but as priests, they had blood on their hands. It is a tower built as a means of atonement for not being able to save the comrades who died.”

And the more I listened to the explanation, the more I couldn’t shake off the solemn feeling. It was a tower that could not be described even by the name of a castle tower.

“That is why it is said that the tower was built with the desire to reach the companions who ascended to heaven first and with the desire to get even a little closer to the mercy of the Lord. Depending on the interpretation, it could have led to blasphemy, but thanks to the approval of the Pope of the time, the current tower was built.”

“Thank goodness.”

I inadvertently expressed that sentiment in response to the manager’s words.

But I am really fortunate. It’s a shame because the people who built the tower had pure intentions and the Pope viewed it positively, but there is room for interpretation of this as the Tower of Babel. Even the Tower of Babel built by war veterans in the center of the cult? It’s not strange if the Pope blows an excommunication beam.

“As you said, it is fortunate. Thanks to the benevolent decision of the Pope at the time, this tower, the pride of Enestye, exists today.”

The manager let out a small laugh and stared at the tower with warm eyes. As if he feels proud to be in charge of this tower.

Of course, it is a tower worth feeling proud of. You can think of it as a tower built to commemorate the Dawn Cult’s victory in the religious war, or you can think of it as an oath never to bury blood at the hands of the Cult again, or you can think of it as a tomb for the martyrs who died in battle.

“Now, there is a priests’ laboratory on each floor. There, they study theology and suggest the right direction for the denomination to move forward. In addition, some retired seniors run a bookstore and cafe, so I hope you enjoy the visit.”

Weird. I had clearly heard an explanation of the tourist site, but the desire to actually go there disappeared. If you smile after hearing that explanation and look at the tower, you look like a heartless person─

“Carl, why don’t you go from the top first?”

“Let’s do that.”

When I thought about it, I felt like I was too emotional.

When you come to a tourist destination, you should see and experience it for yourself. Considering what the manager explained at best, that is correct.

***

Looking down on everything from the highest point. For ordinary people, this would make their hearts pound and tremble with excitement, but not for me.

To be precise, that wasn’t the case anymore. He has been the owner of the lofty Magic Tower for nearly 100 years, and every day he looks down on the Islands, the most prosperous city on the continent. Now, when I look down at other cities, it’s just different, but it’s not exciting.

Nevertheless, the reason why I climbed to the top of this castle tower is simple. If you look down at the sight with the knife, you won’t forget it even after a lifetime. It will be a great stimulus to me who is filled with boredom.

Of course, it will be a similar sight when seen from the top of the Magic Tower, but the feeling seen from the workplace and the sight seen from a tourist attraction are different.

“Huh?”

Meanwhile, Carl, who was looking down at Enestye, tilted his head.

“Why are you doing that?”

“Hey, that’s the Cathedral of St. Togra, right?”

When I looked at the direction the sword was pointing, I could clearly see the Cathedral of St. Togra.

“Huh?”

And I also tilted my head like a sword.

‘Why… Does it shine?’

The cathedral was shining.

But there was something, something strange about the light. It was a little different from the cross that shone at Mar’s wedding or the light seen when the World Tree was resurrected.

The entire cathedral wasn’t shining in the first place. Light was leaking irregularly through the windows of the cathedral.

“Are they really fighting?”

I burst out laughing at Carl’s seriously muttering voice.

Although the cardinals had a heated debate yesterday, there is no way they will exchange sacred laws among themselves during the council. It’s like saying that if wizards make a mistake during a discussion, they throw magic at each other…

‘Are we really fighting?’

I stopped laughing because of a vague memory.

Even wizards fight with magic when they have to, and there is no difference for priests.

“Let’s go down.”

“Oh, yes.”

In the end, she gave up on her idea and ran away.

A noble’s job is a noble’s job, and a priest’s job is a priest’s job.

It is not good for the world to be too interested in the affairs of the church.

Although there was a little commotion, the castle tower tour was interesting. As it was the tallest building in Enestye, its interior was spacious, and the large space was filled with something without any waste.

In particular, as the manager at the entrance said, there were an overwhelming number of priests’ labs, so I could feel the familiar scent of the Magic Tower in the building I saw for the first time.

‘It would be rude to watch.’

I quickly brushed aside the desire that suddenly appeared.

The silver plaque that Karl received is a symbol that the owner of the plaque is a major figure equivalent to the Pope. In other words, even if it is a laboratory discussing the future of the religious denomination, it is worthy of the knife being inserted.

But being qualified and actually doing it are two different things. It’s uncomfortable to get into trouble because of personal curiosity.

“I guess not all priests are serious.”

“No matter what your job is, you’re the same person.”

And now I’ve discovered something that interests me more than the lab.

[ A cafe with one-sided life advice from an old man whose final rank is Archbishop ]

Just looking at the name made me dizzy, and at the same time, a sign caught my eye that piqued my interest for no apparent reason.

“In addition, some retired seniors run bookstores and cafes, so I hope you enjoy the visit.”

I felt a little resentful of the manager. Instead of simply saying that there is a cafe, you should have said exactly that there is something like this. I almost missed this quirky cafe.

“…Shall we go in?”

“Okay.”

I nodded as if I was fascinated by Carl’s slightly dazed voice.

***

A merchant must first attract the aggro of customers.

I’m sorry to call a man who rose to the rank of archbishop and retired honorably a businessman, but didn’t he open a strange cafe on his own? I believe you will understand.

Anyway, in that sense, the former archbishop is a great aggressor. Tourists who are faithful enough to come all the way to the Holy Church, and even to this castle tower, see a sign like that? I will immediately open my wallet and ask for all kinds of life lessons. I can’t stand the archbishop’s advice.

“Huh, this is true.”

When we entered as if we were possessed by something, the former archbishop expressed his disapproval.

“I said it was definitely an old man’s advice…”

I instinctively guessed what the archbishop was talking about when he saw the way he spoke. He probably didn’t know that someone older than him would come as a guest to receive advice.

Of course, I didn’t necessarily say that thought out loud.

“Isn’t it too much to give advice to five people? Please think about the old man’s stamina.”

?

“Yes?”

It was difficult to understand, so I couldn’t help but question it. What does it mean to teach five people? Are you only accepting a certain number of customers per day?

In response to the response that he did not understand the meaning, the archbishop laughed and shook his head.

“There are five that came in, but only two are visible.”

Trixie, who was blinking blankly at those words, hurriedly approached the archbishop.

“Can you tell me what you just said in more detail?”

And while taking out a handful of silver coins.

“Please put it away. “I have no intention of receiving silver.”

“Well, then, if it’s gold…”

“They said that fairy tales were enough.”

Meanwhile, the sight of the customer trying to buy at a high price and the owner trying to sell at a low price was impressive.

No, they knew what it was and gave them money first. Even cool deals wouldn’t be that cool.