Of course, he also probably figured out why the Holy Light Church was living so badly here.There are four major empires on this continent, including the Shatan Empire, the Watai Empire, the Purple Snow Empire, and the special Saint Laurent Empire.Among them, the Saint Laurent Empire is the most special, because the founding emperor of the Saint Laurent Empire was a devout believer in the Holy Light, and after his death, he also became a Holy Spirit, guiding his descendants for many years before finally returning to the Divine Kingdom of the Holy Light.It is precisely because of the Holy Spirit that the Holy Light Church has become the state religion of the Saint Laurent Empire, although thousands of years have passed, there have been a series of power struggles for power and divine power within the empire, but the lofty status of the Holy Light Church in the hearts of the people of the Saint Laurent Empire has never changed.The four empires do not share borders with each other, and there are many small and medium-sized kingdoms left between them, and the principalities become a buffer zone between the two sides, but this does not mean that there is no conflict between these great powers.In fact, even a medium-sized kingdom like the Maggie Kingdom will cultivate the dark forces under its command, which shows that the secret confrontation between these empires has never stopped.There have been disputes between the Satan Empire and the Yves Saint Laurent Empire over many issues, and the relationship between the two countries has naturally not been good over time.The Holy Light Church is the state religion of the Saint Laurent Empire, and His Majesty the Emperor of the Shatan Empire naturally looks at it very unpleasantly, but the Shatan Empire prides itself on being a country with freedom of belief, so even if it is unhappy, His Majesty the successive emperors can only pinch their noses and allow the Holy Light Church to preach in his country.Of course, permission is allowed, but don't expect any support, not only did not support it, but also had to strike at it from time to time, after all, many times His Majesty's even if he didn't say it, there were so many people who could figure out his thoughts, and after a long time, the status of the Holy Light Church in the Shatan Empire became what it is now, eh, why did it fall again, I have repaired it three times, no, it seems that I really have to find a carpenter to repair it.While Julian was stunned, a thin old man came out of the church, and instead of looking at Julian, he looked at the window on the ground with a depressed face, and his mouth kept babbling.He wore a white-washed priest's robe, with patches at the inconspicuous cuffs, and his gray hair was tossed aside by him, hiding his high hairline like a bell.The man looked really old, and judging from his appearance alone, Julian suspected that he was probably in his nineties, with a ravine-covered face, cloudy eyes, a pair of large rough hands, and many age spots on the backs of his hands, and the whole person exuded a smell of decay.Mr.
Pastor.Seeing that the old man didn't seem to notice his presence at all, Julian took the initiative to greet him.Unexpectedly, the old man seemed to be startled by him, and turned around suddenly, but almost fell because of too much force.Fortunately, Julian quickly pulled him and didn't let him really fall, otherwise he might have been charged with murdering the priest.Thank you, the old man said with a shocked face.You're welcome, I'm not good at scaring you.The corners of Julian's mouth twitched.None of your business.The old man rubbed the arm that had just been stretched and shook his head: It's old, it's useless.Oh yes, young man, are you here to pray?
The old man asked expectantly.No.Oh.The negative answer disappointed the old man a little, but he was not too disappointed, after all, he was used to it.Is there anything I can do to help you?
The old man asked again.Shall we go in and talk?
Julian mouthed Owen Nunu and signaled that he was still holding someone, his current small body was very brittle, and his legs were already trembling after holding him for a while.Oh, you're here to heal, aren't you?
The old man suddenly realized: That piece come in, but I have to explain first, my level is limited, the general minor illness and small disaster are fine, if it is a major illness, you can go to the priest of the Mother Earth God Church, their healing magic effect is excellent, although it is a little expensive, but human life is priceless, right, the old man took them inside, and chattered.The corners of Julian's mouth twitched when he listened, this pastor is really a kind person, the church of Mother Earth God is about to cover the church on top of your head, and you even say good things for their pastor.This dilapidated chapel looks very dilapidated from the outside, and when you enter it, the mottled walls, broken benches, the platform used by the priest to lead everyone to prayer is missing a leg, and the most complete thing in the whole church is probably the statue of the goddess of light, in addition, the word poverty is reflected here from the inside out.However, despite the poverty, everything here was wiped clean, and the statue of the goddess was spotless, and Julian was surprised to find that there was a faint halo around the statue.The halo wasn't bright, warm and soft, and if Julian hadn't parsed some of the Godhead fragments, he wouldn't have noticed that the statue was surrounded by a large amount of faith power.This shows that this statue can receive a large number of pious beliefs every day, and such a strong power of faith has never appeared even in the church of the royal capital of the Maggie Kingdom.How?
Do you also believe in goddesses?
Noticing Julian looking at the statue of the goddess in a daze, the old man asked kindly.Yes, it is.Julian himself was a non-believer, but in the face of the old man's clear gaze, he could not say anything against it.A dilapidated church, a believer who is dying of age, such a humble environment can give birth to such a strong power of faith, you can imagine how much this old man has paid for it.Julian doesn't believe in God, but that doesn't stop him from respecting those who have strong beliefs, and most of the teachings of the Church of Light are good people, and a devout follower of the Goddess of Light must not be a bad person.What do you call it?
Unconsciously, Julian changed his title to an honorific.The old man smiled gently: Just call me Old Dick.Pastor Dick.Julian said politely.Haha, it's been a long time since I've heard anyone call me that.Old Dick laughed, and then motioned for Julian to put him on the bed.No matter how dilapidated the church is, there are still such things as guest rooms, and it can be seen from these rooms that the people who built this church may not have had much money, but they must have been very serious.After putting Owen down, the coachman took his leave, and Old Dick tried to treat Owen, but Julian stopped him.You don't have to bother, he's fine, just drunk.Old Dick was stunned for a moment, and then asked puzzledly: Since you know that he is just drunk, why did you send him here?
Before Julian could finish his sentence, I heard a bang outside, and the door was kicked open.His face changed slightly, and when he looked up, he saw that Old Dick did not seem surprised by the voice.Old Dick!
Old Dick!
I'm coming to see you!
A crisp juvenile voice came from outside.Old Dick showed a distressed expression: I'm sorry, I'll miss me first.You're busy.Julian hurriedly said that he was not in a hurry.After Old Dick left in a hurry, he heard the loud voice shouting from before: Don't tease me, Old Dick, you are starving to death with rats here, where are some guests!
Julian: Before he could finish speaking, he heard a sound of footsteps getting closer and closer, and then the door of the guest room was opened, and a big grinning young man came in, and after making eye contact with him, he opened his mouth wide in surprise, and muttered: Old Dick, you didn't lie to me, there really was a guest who realized something as soon as he finished speaking, reflexively retreated, and slammed the door shut.Julian: After about three seconds of silence, the door opened again, and the boy came in and explained with an embarrassed face: Sorry, sorry, I thought old Dick was lying to me.Oh.Julian deliberately kept a wooden face, and he was quite capable of bluffing when he was expressionless.I'm sorry to disturb you.The boy was obviously very discerning, and at a glance he could see that Julian's clothes were expensive, and he suddenly became even more nervous, and even stammered when he spoke.At this point, the lagging old Dick finally rushed over, first striking the boy on the head before apologizing to Julian on his behalf.Seeing the young man holding his head and looking at himself pitifully, Julian almost laughed, although he didn't really laugh, but obviously his face couldn't stand anymore, so he had to warn: Don't take it as an example.Yes, yes, thank you, sir.The young man said again and again, and then in the angry eyes of old Dick, he left a sentence: Old Dick, I will go first, and I will come to see you next time.Then he ran away in a puff of smoke.As soon as the boy left, Old Dick's stern expression disappeared, and he said to Julian with a helpless expression: "This kid is reckless, and you will be smiling."
Kids, it's cute to be lively.Julian waved his hand to show that he didn't mind, but he didn't notice that Old Dick was looking at him with a strange gaze.You're only a teenager yourself, and you're so old-fashioned about calling someone a child, but Old Dick didn't go on with the teenager, but shifted the conversation to Julian.Julian introduced his experience selectively, probably the shipwrecked boy was rescued by Owen, so the two became close friends, because of an accident, the two were stranded at sea, and later luckily met Brigadier Siegfried, which was brought by them to Alyssa City.Because both he and Owen are pious (???
）, and Owen was also a knight of the church, so the two decided to make this church their home.※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※※ embarrassed originally wanted to put the manuscript box, but pressed the wrong _(:з"∠ _ Thank you to the little angel who voted for me or irrigated the nutrient solution~ Thank you to the little angel who voted [grenade]: daydreaming ing1; Thanks to the little angel who irrigated the [nutrient solution]: 20 bottles of grass vitex; 10 bottles of balls; KIno1 bottle; Thank you very much for your support, I will continue to work hard!
When Dawn learned that Owen was a paladin, Old Dick was very happy, and he welcomed Julian and the two of them to live here for as long as they wanted.Julian politely thanked him, then asked about the church.It is true that the high-level leaders of the Shatan Empire do not like the Holy Light Church, but they will not force a church to such a part, so they also want to save face.Listening to Julian's inquiry, old Dick showed a wry smile: Actually, it was my fault.It's not your fault!
Old Dick, you're a good guy!
The boy who had just left didn't seem to have gone far, and when he heard old Dick say this, he immediately jumped out and denied it.The smile on Old Dick's face was a little bitter, and he shook his head: "It's not because you blame me!"
If it weren't for you Old Dick, I would have been dead a long time ago, not only dead, but still dead!
The boy shouted.Old Dirk sank his face: Dawn!
Be careful!
I didn't talk nonsense!
Dawn, that is, the teenager said angrily.Julian felt that maybe he could get a more intuitive answer from the mouth of young Dwayne, so he teased him: I don't know if you are talking nonsense, why don't you say it and listen to it?
Maybe I can be a referee for you?
Good!
Dawn immediately agreed.Old Dick smiled helplessly: He is a child because he is a child and he will not lie.Julian smiled and comforted him: I can see that you have a peaceful personality and don't want to say bad things about others, but there are some things that you have to say.Old Dick smiled and shook his head, but he didn't stop Dwayne any longer.Daun was immediately encouraged, and recounted the tragic situation of the church over the years.Speaking of which, this matter really has a lot to do with Dawn.It was about seven years ago, when Dawn was only eight or nine years old, his family was wealthy, his father was a small leader in a chamber of commerce, and he worked diligently for many years, but he didn't expect to meet pirates on a long voyage.The navy of the Shatan Empire is quite strong, and they are patrolling near the general route, and ordinary pirates dare not approach at all, but once they encounter it, it is often the kind of powerful pirate group.Daun's father encountered such a pirate regiment, the leader of which was so powerful and cruel that the entire fleet was almost wiped out, and only a few crew members escaped by hiding in the small warehouse in the kitchen.The loss of his father was a heavy blow to Dawne's family, and his mother, who was already in poor health, fell ill after learning the bad news, and died not long after.Dawn lost his parents one after another, and his life was in trouble, but what he didn't expect was that the escaped crew members actually pointed out that his father was the pirate's internal response, and was later killed by the pirates because of the uneven distribution of the spoils.Because of his testimony, the pension prepared for him by the Chamber of Commerce was withheld, and many of the families of the crew on board believed it, believing that his father was the culprit, and taking their resentment out of him.Dawn's house was smashed, the last things left in the house were robbed, and many people pointed fingers at him, abusing him with all kinds of foul language, insulting his father.Dawn didn't believe that his father would collude with pirates, his grandfather died at the hands of pirates, and every time his father mentioned pirates, his tone was full of hatred, how could such a resentful pirate person collude with them?
But no one believed his words, and the great grief of the loss of their loved ones made the families of those crew members give up thinking and just want to vent their feelings.Dawn tried to ask for help, but almost all of the people close to his father were dead at sea, and they had no time to take care of themselves, so how could they help him.The person in charge of this matter in the Chamber of Commerce happened to be very bad with his father, and he didn't even see Dawn's face.Dawn was almost in despair, he wandered the streets, hungry and went to collect food to eat, but he was a child, even if he was lucky enough to pick up something good, it was easy to be snatched by the adults, and after several days of starvation, he fell ill, sick and dying.It was at this time that Old Dick had picked him up from the street, and he happened to be passing by, and saw Dawn lying in the alley, and when he went to check it, he found that the child's face was burned red and his whole body was hot.Old Dick almost didn't think about it, so he took the man back to the church, healed him carefully, and when he was well, hired him to work for himself, hoping to give him a chance to live.Dawn stayed after he recovered from his illness, but he was always unwilling, he felt that his father was wronged, so in addition to work, he tried his best to investigate the truth.Maybe God has eyes, and some people think that Dawn is a child and can't pose a threat to him, so they relax their vigilance, and Dawn really finds out the truth.The final mastermind behind the scenes, in fact, is the person who issued the pension by the Chamber of Commerce, he and Daun's father did not deal with it, mainly because Daun's father refused to go along with him, he was greedy for a sum of money when he was doing the accounts, and the money had been spent by him, but what he didn't expect was that the leader of the Chamber of Commerce suddenly wanted to check the accounts, and once the accounts were checked, the hands and feet he had sat down at the beginning would be discovered.The laws of the Shatan Empire are quite strict, and the money he embezzled at the beginning was enough to sentence him to death, so he urgently needed a large sum of money to fill the loophole.It just so happened that at this time, Daun's father had an accident, and he, as the person in charge of the pension payment, almost immediately set his sights on this large amount of money.After the death of so many people, the pension he needed was also a large amount of money, and he couldn't swallow it all, but if he was careful, it would be no problem to swallow some of it.