Firefly Journey

Chapter 285 Trying to Scoop the Moon from the Mud (10)

"The Holy See has been established for ten thousand years and has always been ahead of other churches, thanks to its unique geographical location," Hantina said slowly. "The western part of the continent is the birthplace of extraordinary power and has the strongest faith. For ten thousand years, the Holy See has occupied this precious land, so it was impossible for it not to prosper."

Hantina sighed: "As for our temple, it's not that we don't want to open in a prime location, but the Vatican has already established a stronghold there, and they won't accept new beliefs."

Across the entire Pan-Ancient Continent, the most developed regions, besides the mysterious Che City, are the Principality of Bema and the Empire of Debasa.

Other churches did open churches there, but as we all know, the majority of the people there were Julius's followers, and the other churches didn't get a share at all.

Left with no other choice, the other churches had to find another way, gathering people from other places and developing them into believers, thereby gaining the power of faith.

The ancient state of Chu was such a tempting target.

However, despite the long campaigns of various churches, the Chu people were completely unmoved by these tactics, which led to the unique situation in the East where there was no state religion.

It can be said that there was no church in Chu and its surrounding areas that was not envious; they were all coveting it and waiting for an opportunity.

Fengling understood: "Those people just now?"

“They are not human,” Hantina said. “The two are Titans, whose physical abilities far surpass those of humans, and it would be easy for one of them to take on a thousand.”

The leader's name is Yeqis.

Upon hearing this name, even Fengling's usually calm eyes couldn't help but ripple with emotion.

In the long history of the Ancient Battle Arena, there once appeared a god who, according to legend, could shatter a mountain with a single punch.

He is the "mountain god" Yekis.

Was that Yekis just now? Wasn't it said that gods are bound by the rules of space and cannot remain in the ancient world?

How is this going?

Fengling was puzzled; this was beyond her comprehension.

Hantina kindly explained, "Gods cannot remain in the Pan-Ancient World; that's an immutable law. But what if they are no longer gods?"

The wind chime was very clever and understood immediately.

"You mean, He lowered His realm to be able to travel across the ancient continent?"

“That’s right. While they abandoned their divine status, they did not completely degrade themselves. They can return to the divine realm at any time if they wish.”

"A bit of a scoundrel."

“But it’s very useful,” Hantina said. “Actually, all the ancestral god churches can use this method, but the gods have transcended this world and naturally have a longer-term vision, so no one would do it this way.”

"But the fighting arena did it, don't tell me it was just for fun."

“Of course not.” Hantina decided to explain clearly, “A person who comes to my temple from God himself is certainly not just making a simple visit.”

"The State of Chu was so powerful that even the combined forces of all the other states could not destroy it back then. In just over ten years, it has once again reached the pinnacle of the continent."

The State of Chu has always been seen as a tempting target by the various churches.

Fengling frowned and said, "The Fierce Battle Hall is going to unite with the major churches to attack Chu?"

“Exactly.” Hantina nodded. “He said that after the deed is done, the land of Chu will be divided equally among the seven major churches.”

"You agreed?"

“I agreed. This is not something I can decide. The gods in the goddess's kingdom have long coveted that land. Now that it's an opportunity, there's no reason to refuse.”

"Is He so certain that the rest of the church will agree with His ideas?"

"The Battle of Kolumbutz in the past was, strictly speaking, a joint effort by all the countries on the continent against the State of Chu. With this precedent, why can't we repeat it?"

A joint campaign against Chu would be more beneficial than harmful to all churches, including our Temple; there's no reason for us to disagree.

Fengling sighed, "I have friends in the State of Chu. Aren't you afraid I'll betray you if you tell me this?"

“You are the Holy Maiden of my Temple, so you should know what to do. Even if you reveal the information, you cannot change the established facts. This great calamity for the Chu Kingdom is inevitable.”

"Okay, you know me very well."

Hantina smiled and said, "Alright, take a rest these days. You'll have things to do when things finally break out."

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A beast-drawn carriage bearing the insignia of the State of Chu stopped outside Robert's mansion.

Lin Yuanran's visit was purely a private one between friends and had nothing to do with the country, so there were only two of them, including himself.

Of course, there's also Sally, the fish-woman, who's still inside the necklace container.

Kane is busy with work and is away from home most of the time. Fortunately, Jamie has returned recently, so with Kane away, he's in charge at home.

Jamie had expected Lin Yuanran to come to visit, after all, the group had a certain level of acquaintance.

Although the two sides are currently on official business, they still need to meet, whether for personal or professional reasons. He just didn't expect it to be so late.

"Take them to Fine's yard."

Jamie went ahead and arrived at Finney's residence, telling her that guests were coming and she should change her clothes.

Led by a servant from Robert's house, Lin Yuanran and Du Guangting then arrived at Fene's residence.

Jamie saw them and smiled, "Wait a moment, my sister is changing her clothes."

Lin Yuanran smiled and said, "Okay."

After waiting for about ten minutes, Fene finally came out.

She changed into a fluffy, pale yellow dress, elegant yet innocent. Lin Yuanran and Du Guangting couldn't help but glance at her again, thinking that His Highness the Crown Prince indeed had good taste. Putting everything else aside, her appearance alone was pleasing to the eye.

"Come with me," Jamie said, and walked towards the courtyard first.

The courtyard is filled with flowers and green grass, and in the middle there is a square stone table, which can seat four people in four directions.

"Ahem, let me introduce you. This is Du Guangting, the deputy envoy who came with me," Lin Yuanran said.

"Hello."

"Hello."

Jamie and Finney greeted each other.

Lin Yuanran added, "You haven't met Lord Du, but another person knows Fine, Sally."

“I’m here. Hello, Little Finney.” Sally’s voice came from the necklace around Du Guangting’s neck.

Du Guangting simply took off the necklace and placed it on the table.

Jamie wasn't surprised; Finney had mentioned it to him before.

Fine said, "Haha! Long time no see."

She had a pretty good impression of Sally.

Jamie cut to the chase without beating around the bush: "Your Crown Prince specifically requested that my sister marry into his family. Is this out of genuine sincerity?"

Upon hearing this, before Lin Yuanran could react, Fine's heart skipped a beat.

Jamie hadn't told her that before, and she was wondering if the marriage was related to Lü Jianming's true intentions. Now it seems...

Lin Yuanran glanced at Fine and said firmly, "Of course, everyone knows what Lü Jianming is thinking."

In private, he no longer calls himself the Crown Prince and uses his real name, which seems to better verify the truth of this claim.

Jamie said slowly, "His Majesty the Emperor agreed to this, my father agreed, and Finney agreed. Even if I didn't really want to agree, it wasn't my decision."

"Once the alliance agreement is signed, the Empire will send people to the State of Chu, and I will accompany you then."

Lin Yuanran smiled and said, "I couldn't ask for more."