The Blind Saint Who Can See - Chapter 90
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#90. Charity (2)
It was not an empty promise to Do Seong-ji to start a project to help the poor.
The Emperor’s influence in the city was truly absolute, and the order to build a capital city was immediately put into effect.
“The imperial family released relief rice?”
“This is great. Thanks to this, I’ll be able to eat my fill for a while.”
“Long live His Majesty the Emperor!”
Surprisingly, the people did not see the capital city as a cruel tyrant. The subjects trembled in fear when they saw it from the side, but the lower-ranking people who had never met the emperor in their lives simply thought that the high-ranking person was providing them with food.
Of course, the reason she did not intervene in the lives of the people was not because she was particularly good. Rather, it could be said that she indirectly caused harm by neglecting the exploitation of corrupt officials.
However, as a result of striking down the corrupt officials who had been neglecting them all at once and providing relief, Doseongji easily took the place of ‘good’.
Not a bad achievement for me.
“Thank you, priestess, my child was completely cured!”
“Thank you. Thank you so much.”
“I was stabbed by a pitchfork and lost one leg for the rest of my life, but thanks to you, the priestess, I am healthy again. How can I repay this favor… … .”
This is because, as a result of working as the face of Doseongji’s ‘charity work’, she saw tremendous benefits.
[Preceding Points: 57,162]
I’ve revised my evaluation of Doseongji somewhat after seeing the number of good deeds accumulated in just this week.
‘This is really useful.’
Without the Emperor’s help, such a comprehensive point collection would have been impossible. It always takes time to gain people’s trust.
If you can replace that time with the title of ‘Priest guaranteed by the Emperor’, then even just this much will be enough to prove Doseongji’s usefulness as a tool.
Personally, I would like to give a reward, but… … .
‘It seems impossible to lift the curse.’
I narrowed my eyes and scrolled down through the Points Shop.
No matter how much I search, I can’t find any more useful skills. Even if I collect points, I’ll just end up buying miscellaneous things.
‘Ah, here’s a million-point poison.’
This is definitely tempting.
I don’t know how good the poison technique is, but it’s a product that will give wings to my play style.
-Tuk, tuk.
Do Hye-won tapped me with her front paw while I was lost in thought. I came back to my senses after touching the soft jelly and went on to treat the next patient.
“The Lord be with you.”
“Thank you! Thank you!”
Phew, this makes the 791st person today.
What are other people doing?
“Cedric, Izumi. I would like you two to focus on suppressing bandits who harm people for the time being.”
The two men with excellent fighting skills were sent to the task of suppressing bandits. The bandits of the country were evil men who valued human life more than the lives of ants, so they had to be dealt with at all costs.
“But please don’t kill him. Even the most evil of men deserves a chance to reflect on their actions.”
However, they decided to spare his life.
Of course, the purpose is not to educate.
‘If I save the hydrangea, the bandits’ lives will also count towards the target.’
Why kill the precious count?
Even though he is a bastard who dared to kill my reserve counts on the subject of counts, the best thing to do is to cut his tendons so he can’t kill anymore.
ah.
I didn’t really tell the two of them my true feelings. But I believe that Cedric, who is also a former serious murderer, will be able to do his job well.
Or, what… … .
‘Should Izumi teach you?’
Whenever I think of Izumi, I always feel strange.
“Youth is right! I will guide them so that they can change their minds and return to being good people.”
‘……hmm.’
You could say it’s a longing for that brilliant line.
As expected from a boy anime protagonist, he always finds a good third option in an unreasonable binary choice.
Ah, I’m also the type that comes up with a third option. One that preserves as many lives as possible.
And Liliana.
“Justinas, I heard you’ve been taking care of people for more than half a day without rest. Let’s stop here for today.”
With his unique document processing skills, he was in charge of one axis of charity administration.
It looks like he came to the site today.
“I can do a little more.”
“Well, I wonder if that’s true.”
Liliana came closer and tapped my forehead with a displeased expression. Her fingers were covered in cold sweat.
“Your health is not in good condition.”
“Not really… … .”
“Enough with the stubbornness.”
Liliana took my hand and led me to the back of the tent. It seemed as if she was signaling the soldier guarding the front that it was time for today.
‘Overprotection has increased.’
Liliana, who had been showing mixed feelings towards me, completely turned to my side after what happened on the ship. This is evident from the increased worry.
But I was too nervous to just send the person outside away, so I stopped her for a moment.
“Liliana. Just a moment.”
“what?”
“It will only take a moment.”
In fact, Liliana’s judgment was wise. Even if I had ten people, it wouldn’t be enough to treat all the people lined up outside, and even if it wasn’t now, I would have to end today’s treatment someday.
So I always tend to show my performance at the end.
“Justinas?”
“Everyone, would you please gather together for a moment?”
As I came out of the tent, the patients and their families who had been waiting were buzzing. Some people were already touched, as if the news had spread well.
“It’s a priestess!”
“Wow, you are so beautiful… … .”
“What are you trying to do?”
Ahem. A bit embarrassing.
“My physical condition is not very good, so I will end my treatment here for today. Instead, those whose lives are in danger or who have physical defects, please come to the front for a moment.”
Not all of the patients who came to me for treatment were seriously ill. Many were suffering from diseases that were considered mild by world standards, such as gonorrhea, early pneumonia, and boils.
“This guy over here is in a hurry!”
“Please take care of my child too!”
“I will treat everyone, so please follow the order. I am sorry for the others, but could you please make room for them for a moment?”
In front of people, I use both voice and ‘message’. People hear the voice ringing directly in their heads and follow my instructions.
I made my way through the retreating people and finished treating the seriously ill and the seriously injured. With each touch, the reddened skin cleared and the severed limbs grew back.
The reverent scene left people breathless.
After treating the last seriously injured person in such a quiet atmosphere, I stood with my cane in a suitable central position.
“Dear Ether, please grant a miracle so that these poor people who have come here believing in Mother can believe in the holy faith.”
Healing in a wide area by reciting a prayer.
Then, the whole place is enveloped in bright light, and all those with mild illnesses are completely cured.
[Preceding Points: 65,813]
‘Mmm, delicious.’
I’ve been doing this all week and the radius has grown to 100 meters.
Huh? Is that the correct prayer?
That’s probably true. I am the prophet of this world religion, and the words that come out of my mouth are written in the Bible.
“Coolook.”
I watched the people cheering and bowing as I secretly wiped my mouth with a handkerchief. The blood flowing out of the body seemed to indicate that he had suffered a minor internal injury near his stomach.
‘Phew.’
That’s really all for today.
I walked in towards Liliana, but her expression was a bit strange.
“You really… … .”
“Liliana?”
“… … Okay. Just carry me.”
I guess you care.
I opened my mouth slyly as I looked at Liliana, who was grabbing my arm.
“Are you going to start panting again?”
“what!”
“Liliana is weak physically. Even if I climb on her just a little bit, she complains that her back hurts every time… … .”
“Uh, no, not to that extent?”
I looked at Liliana, who was flustered, and smiled. Her face was completely red, probably because she thought she was being teased.
“That’s okay. I don’t want to burden Liliana.”
“I am…….”
“Okay, let’s go.”
Do Hye-won followed me as I walked in a familiar direction. She had secretly transformed into a child and was speaking while covering herself with her robe.
“Your Majesty, you speak very strangely.”
“Yes? What about me?”
“It’s nothing.”
As I was thinking deeply about Do Hye-won’s words, I soon realized how what I had just said must have sounded, and I hit my forehead.
‘I should use this on Cedric too.’