The multicolored glass flashed colorful lights and shadows under the holy light, and the sculptures of the seven first-generation paladins watched the people in the hall from both sides of the hall.
The four walls of the hall are decorated with murals full of religious meaning, and the seats on both sides are filled with nobles from the imperial capital who came to watch the ceremony.
The melodious sound of hymns echoed in the hall, and the solemn atmosphere enveloped the audience.
In the middle of the hall, Vera was wearing a simple white lace dress, only her bare feet were exposed, a pure white iris wreath was worn on top of her head, and her long golden hair hung down from her shoulders.
The holy light projected from the dome of the church gave her beautiful face a layer of dreamlike color.
Boom—boom—boom—
Vera followed the beat of the bell and walked slowly towards the holy water pool in front of her.
The voice of the hymn still echoes in the hall:
"What day is today, I have decided;
Everything I have is tied to my Lord.
This covenant is established and will never go back;
He alone is worthy of all adoration.
Blood of redemption, wash away my sins;
Living water, give me new life! "
By the holy water pool, Pope Gregory watched Vera approaching step by step with a kind smile on his face.
When Vera stepped into the pool, the pope spoke, and the grand and majestic voice echoed in the hall:
"Lost lamb, suffering sinner, Vera St. Hilde, are you willing to cast aside the prejudice and vanity of the past, serve the Lord of Radiance wholeheartedly, and never repent until death?"
Vera raised her head, fixedly looked at the pope's eyes that seemed to be able to penetrate people's hearts, and said firmly:
"I would."
The Pope nodded, motioned Vera to move on, and at the same time said:
"Dip in this pool and you will be separated from the filth;
Dip into this pool and your sins will be washed away;
Dip into this pool and you will be cleansed again…”
After Vera's whole body was immersed in the holy water, the Pope stretched out his right hand, placed it on the surface of the pool, and said loudly:
"May the light of our Lord shine on your future path!"
hum—
The holy light that descended from the sky suddenly became extremely dazzling, and an incomparably magnificent aura enveloped everyone in it.
Ke Lin could even feel a gaze looking down from the top of his head, like the mighty power of heaven, making ordinary people dare not look directly at it.
Under this gaze, everyone in the church was like ants, trembling with fear.
After an unknown amount of time, that gaze finally disappeared, and the holy light that filled the entire church hall also gradually dissipated.
Colin couldn't hide his shock, and asked Baron Heidegger beside him: "Could it be that the baptism ceremony presided over by the Pope will attract the attention of the Lord of Radiance?"
"No." Baron Heidegger sneered, "Only when the Pope needs it... And, are you sure that is the gaze of the Lord of Radiance?"
Ke Lin was slightly taken aback, and asked in confusion, "If it wasn't the gaze of a god, what would it be?"
Baron Heidegger suddenly fell silent.
Ke Lin had no choice but to turn his eyes back to the center of the hall. At this time, Vera had already stood upright from the holy water, her exquisite curves were outlined in her wet clothes, but fortunately, there was a dense mist around the holy water pool, blocking it. Those rude eyes around him.
A female priest stepped forward quickly and put a white robe on Vera.
Vera walked out of the holy water pool and thanked Pope Gregory.
Pope Gregory said with a smile: "Miss Vera, you are the one who has been watched by the Lord, and you will be blessed in the future."
Vera seemed a little dazed, and hurriedly said: "Praise my lord! I am ashamed to receive such an honor."
"No. My Lord does not misjudge people." Pope Gregory said meaningfully, "Miss Vera, you will definitely find your own mission! To repay the grace of our Lord!"
After saying this, Pope Gregory turned and left.
The christening ceremony is over.
Colin stepped forward, helped Vera straighten her wet hair, and asked, "Is it cold?"
Vera shook her head and asked in a puzzled tone, "Colin, I seem to have heard someone whisper in my ear just now."
"Oh? What are you talking about?" Colin was slightly startled and asked hastily.
"I can't remember." Vera's pretty face was full of confusion, and the water droplets rolling down from the tip of her hair from time to time made her look like a lotus flower out of water, extremely beautiful.
"Then don't think too much about it." Colin smiled, and was about to take Vera away when he saw Emperor Reinhardt and Queen Midella walking slowly.
"Your Majesty, Your Highness the Queen!" The two hurriedly saluted.
Emperor Reinhard waved his hand, indicating that the two of them don't need to be too polite, and then smiled and said to Vera: "How is it? Have you felt the power of my lord?"
"Well, I feel it."
A complicated look appeared on Emperor Reinhard's face, but he quickly put on a kind smile, nodded and said:
"Well, rest well today, and tomorrow morning, I will confer you the Duke of the North in the Phoenix Palace."
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
Queen Midella stepped forward at this moment, took Vera's hand and said, "I'll take you to change into clean clothes."
"Thank you, aunt."
When the two walked away, Emperor Reinhardt suddenly said to Colin: "I heard from Baron Heidegger that you want food support and tax relief?"
"Yes, Your Majesty. The situation in the northern border is relatively difficult. If the central government of the empire can provide some help, the St. Hilde family will be very grateful!"
Emperor Reinhard shook his head and said, "The empire's finances are not rich, so I can't promise you anything. However, I have a suggestion."
"Please tell me."
"Eastern Realm has always been rich, and it hasn't suffered from sword disasters for so many years. The food piled up in the warehouse makes me envious. So, you can consider buying food from Eastern Realm, or borrow some food on credit."
Ke Lin blinked and said with a wry smile, "Your Majesty, the East Territory may not be willing."
Emperor Reinhard patted Colin on the shoulder with a smile, and said, "It depends on your ability."
Ke Lin looked at Emperor Reinhard's cold eyes, feeling helpless.
He knew that the other party was still urging him to enter the Eastern Territory. As for whether the Northern Territory could afford a war with the Eastern Territory, perhaps Emperor Reinhard would not care at all.
"Yes, Your Majesty, I will try my best to 'persuade' the East Territory."
Emperor Reinhard smiled lightly, as if he understood what Colin meant, and suddenly said: "By the way, remember to bring Harrison with you, and let him learn more from you."
Ke Lin really wanted to say, swords have no eyes on the battlefield, so you are not afraid of any accidents to your son
Of course, Colin would not be so stupid as to say such a thing.
At this time, Vera also changed her clothes, and walked over talking and laughing with Queen Midella.
Colin took Vera's hand, and the two bid farewell to the emperor and queen together.
After they left, Emperor Reinhard asked in a low voice, "How is it?"
Queen Midella nodded, her expression a little dignified.
Emperor Reinhard's face suddenly became a little ferocious, he gritted his teeth and roared: "Damn Gregory! He is blasphemy!"
Queen Midella remained silent.
Emperor Reinhard's eyes turned hard, as if he had made up his mind: "It's still too late to cancel tomorrow's canonization ceremony!"
"You are crazy! The Senate has already recognized Vera's inheritance!"
"So what, I already have a way to deal with the Senate."
"That's not okay! This will seriously damage your prestige, and it will make other paladin families feel cold!"
Emperor Reinhard's tone was full of anxiety, and he said angrily: "What do you say?"
After thinking for a moment, Queen Midella said, "Colin Angelet, we can use him to control the northern border!"
Emperor Reinhard smiled disdainfully: "Do you think that by letting Harrison and Judy worship him as a teacher, you can make him work hard for us?"
"No, I have a way."
"any solution?"
Queen Midella did not answer Emperor Reinhard's question, but said indifferently: "If you still trust me, don't ask more questions."
Emperor Reinhard narrowed his eyes, his face darkened, as if caught in the struggle between heaven and man.
After a while, he finally smiled and said, "Of course I believe you, my queen!"
"Then wait for my good news."
After finishing speaking, Queen Midella swayed her willow waist lightly, and walked out gracefully.
(end of this chapter)