"Shh, High Priest of Brugge, pay attention to the words of your subordinates, are you still unclear about this one?"
Not far away, a high priest who knew him quickly walked over and said, "This is the one in the legend!"
"Could it be the apprentice priest who single-handedly defended Duolan City and turned the tide?"
"it's him!"
During this period of time, there were too many rumors about this young man. There were all kinds of sayings. Some people said that he was the illegitimate son of the Pope, and some people said that he was a genius born every five hundred years. Some people say that the so-called big victory is to defeat hundreds of ragged savages. Others say that he took several thousand people to defend the attack of hundreds of thousands of savage troops, and single-handedly entered the enemy line. The top master of the elite generation of the Beast God Continent, the magic lion Aiolia...
No matter what it is, the people of Imperial Capital know this apprentice priest from the small town of Jerusalem. Where is Jerusalem? I'm afraid no one knew about it before that.
Zou Liang felt the voice behind him and the surprised eyes cast by strangers around him. But now he is indifferent to these things, and his mood is natural.
It is mediocre not to be envied by others. With Zou Liang's current achievements and prosperous people, it is normal to attract the attention of all parties. There will be more such opportunities in the future.
This time, Ernest and the Warsong Priests came with Zou Gao. The so-called one person is a hero. As the hero of this national attention, the Warsong Priests and a group of brothers who followed Arthur's achievements will be fortunate to have the Pope. Meetings in formal occasions.
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In the evening, Zou Liang came to the Pope's palace under the guidance of a special person. This is a private meeting before the official meeting. It is impossible for a courtier who is not particularly favored to have this kind of treatment, not to mention that Arthur's current status as a trainee priest is unique.
Walking into the hall, at a glance, I saw Pope Benedict XV sitting on the head, leaning slightly, with one hand on his forehead, with a kind smile.
Compared with the last time I saw him, the Pope gave Zou Liang a deeper feeling this time, like a deep sea that can't see the bottom. Overthrow all the people who can become the Pope. Everyone is the strongest among the strong. Even if Benedict XV does not have the power of Benedict VIII, his strength is probably top-notch.
"See the Pope."
As the ruler of the entire Mengjia Empire, he was able to react so quickly in the crisis of Dolan City, and ordered the northern city to rescue with thunderous anger. No matter what the result was, Zou Liang should thank him. If it wasn't for the feeling of the reinforcements, the enemy It's hard to say whether it will kill a carbine or not.
"Come on, Arthur, go for a walk in the back garden with me." The Pope beckoned naturally. Then, with his hands behind his back, accompanied by the knight, he walked towards the rear of the hall.
The meeting this time was relatively private, and there were not many priests present. The Pope only brought two personal knights and several apprentice priests who specialized in serving and caring. It could be seen that he trusted Arthur very much.
Outside the back garden of the Holy See, with the exception of Knight Commander Bert, who stood by far away, the rest of the knights and apprentice priests withdrew with the Pope's order.
Under the moonlight, one old and one young stood together, and Arthur was slightly behind to show his respect for the Pope.
Don't look at it as just a small detail, it is a must in front of the superior.
The Pope smiled slightly. Arthur's little thought is very endearing, capable of domineering, and very sensible when he should be humble. Such young people are really rare, God bless Mengjia.
He looked up at the moonlight, thinking of Arthur and a group of apprentice priests guarding an isolated city this time, thinking about the iron shoes and madness of the barbarians. The savagery and civilization burned by the flames of war, the courage and battle songs of the Mengjia people, and the regained belief in the beast gods, I feel that my body is also a little hot, as if I have returned to that era of power when I was young.
When he was able to sit in the position of Pope back then, it can be imagined that Benedict XV also went through a fierce struggle.
Those who can go to the top are all strong, and there is no lack of bellicose blood in their bones.
"Arthur, you have shown the spirit of the Mongjia people this time. Tell me about what happened, and be more detailed." Looking back at Arthur, who was standing quietly under the moonlight, with his head bowed, Benedict Marten The satisfaction of the fifth generation added another point.
It is rare to be so calm in front of Benedict XV. There was a young man who did it before. He was the Sun Knight Nebelo, and now there is another apprentice priest - Arthur.
"Yes, His Majesty the Pope, the thing is..."
Zou Liang knew that in front of the Pope, he didn't need to think anything at all. He just had to tell the facts completely, and that was enough.
From the beginning to the end, he did not add any opinions, comments, or even any feelings. He just calmly took the first entry into Dolan City until the siege began, and finally the magic lion Aiolia personally shot, and Emma made heavy losses for himself, The frenzied chasing and killing of those brute soldiers was told one by one, without any concealment.
"This Emma is really a good girl." Even Benedict XV couldn't help feeling slightly when Emma used her body to fight for Arthur's life without fear of Aoria's shocking blow.
The Pope is a past person. In the past decades of life, in addition to the turbulent plots and struggles, there is also a tenderness in his heart. It is natural to understand Emma's deep self-sacrifice at that moment. That can only be achieved if you truly love someone more than your own life.
"Your Majesty, I want to save her!" Zou Liang said in a deep voice.
All of Zou Liang's hopes rested on the Pope, hoping to use the Pope's ability and knowledge to find a way to make up for Emma's incomplete beast spirit, so that she could recover!
Not even a glimmer of hope can stop him.
Pope Benedict XV thought for a moment, and it was obvious that this matter was very difficult. The incompleteness of the beast spirit equals the incompleteness of the soul.
"In Emma's situation, if the beast spirit is incomplete..." The Pope pondered: "You use the power of the Holy Order to freeze her body, which is very good. You have mastered one of the special abilities of the Holy Order, and only The decree will keep Emma's life long and not weaken..."
"Your Majesty..."
The Pope waved his hand to calm him down, "Let me think about it, there should have been a similar situation before."
Zou Liangping calmed down and watched the Pope take a few steps back and forth in front of him, then suddenly stopped, "There is a place to find a way to make up for the incomplete beast spirit..."
"Your Majesty, what place is it?"
"Going to that place requires enough strength and opportunity." Benedict XV said slowly: "Don't worry, I will help you pay attention to Emma's affairs. There will be no problem with her body being protected by the Holy Order."
"Yes." Although the Pope didn't reveal everything, at least it proved that Emma's condition could definitely be cured, which made Zou Liang finally let go of the big stone in his heart.
"That's it." The Pope looked at Arthur, and suddenly there was a sharpness. "Although this incident in Dolan City is very courageous, I am still very unhappy."
It's not a lie to accompany the king like a tiger. At this moment, Benedict XV is still like the amiable old man before. The whole person is like a drawn sword. A terrifying majesty erupted.
"Arthur, in such an emergency, you should report it to your superiors as soon as possible, instead of making your own decisions!" The Pope's expression was stern.
Everyone knows that this is simply a thorn in the bone. Let’s not talk about it. Under the **** of the wild orcs, it is impossible to find it. Even if it is found, does anyone believe it? But the Pope said so at this time, and whoever had just experienced the battle of life and death would break out.
But Zou Liang nodded very seriously, "Yes, Your Majesty, I will definitely keep your teachings in mind!"
Pope Benedict XV smiled, a smile from the heart.
"Haha, young man, it's not bad to be able to do this at this age." The momentum on the Pope slowly faded, "But you have to understand that I hope you can go further in the future..."
"Yes, Your Majesty." Facing the Pope, Zou Liang has always maintained a low-key style, listening more and talking less.
"Okay, that's all for today. Tomorrow I will reward you on a formal occasion."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Benedict XV came to the priest and asked his subordinates to send Arthur out, and Botte came over respectfully and stood beside the Pope.
"Bote, this kid is amazing." Benedict XV suddenly laughed, then sighed again, "If only five years earlier, it would have been perfect."
"Your Majesty, you often say that only through thorns and thorns can there be real light. This child is quite sensible, and a person who has the courage to take responsibility can be of great use."
Benedict XV glanced at Botte. He knew nothing about this old friend. Bote rarely looked up to a young man, but he did look at Arthur in a different way. Frankly speaking, Arthur's only flaw was that he had too much foundation. Bo, a Pope like Thomas is completely worthless, even a Subaru is a little inferior, without the support of an established family, it will be difficult to fight at a certain level, but this child is too suitable for him. mind.
"Bott, you are wrong, he is not just brave enough to take responsibility, he understands the real intention behind me." The Pope's eyes were full of profound charm, the criticism just now seemed so unreasonable, who was it? There are probably a few excuses. Even if they are forced to the status of the Pope, I am afraid there will be some complaints in their hearts, but the problem is that only the Pope and Arthur understand the real purpose of this.
Arthur should have reported it. If he reported it, and there was no response or dereliction of duty, it would be equivalent to giving Subaru a chance to stand up. Even if the Pope wanted to take action, it would not be too obvious. The reason, after all, the eight shamans are the pillars of the temple, and even the Pope must weigh them.
Arthur understood the Pope's point before admitting his mistake from the bottom of his heart. Even a courtier like Botter who had followed the Pope for a long time did not understand it.
After being in a trance for a while, Botte realized that he couldn't help but smile bitterly, "I am really only suitable for being a knight."
"Haha, that's why I am willing to give this child a chance, maybe it will create a miracle, after all, he is our own."
The Pope said lightly, and Bot on the side also nodded, Nebelo is still an outsider no matter what.