Chapter 886： New rules (2/2)

Under the solemn and magnificent iron spire, the great hall of war was brightly lit, and thick white candles lit like a star in the alcove, illuminating this sacred temple belonging to the **** of war. The annual Ares Festival is approaching. This is the grandest religious festival in the country where the God of War is the mainstream sect. Matilda, as a representative of the royal family, sent letters written by Heli and the emperor in accordance with tradition on this day. , And now this routine and ceremonial visit has gone through the process.

After all the sessions were over, Matilda relaxed a little in her heart. She glanced at the solemn and oppressive palace and saw that the bishops and priests on the scene had all left in the order of the process, and then she withdrew Looking away, he nodded to the Pope God of War in front of him: "This year's festival should be more grand than in previous years-the economy is rising, wealthy citizens now have more wealth to celebrate the festival, and many people in the surrounding countryside Concentrate on Aldnan and come. "

"Foreseeable prosperity," Malm Duni nodded characteristically, "The church will control the order, and we will not allow embarrassing things to happen to the royal family."

Matilda looked at the old pope in front of her and smiled a little: "Of course, my father and I trust you at this point-you have always been a friend of the Augustus family."

"Personal friendship, I know, personal friendship," Malm Dunit's always stiff face softened after a smile from the woman in front of him, and the old man with a strong figure who had been an army priest smiled. , With a hint of ridicule in his tone, "Will you come to accept my baptism."

"Members of the Augustus family did not accept the baptism of any other church," Matilda opened his hand with a smile. "I think this ensures the balance of the royal family on religious issues-we have more than one church . "

"... Rosetta has been dealing with me for many years with this statement, and now it's your turn to say the same thing," Malm glanced at Matilda helplessly, and then shifted the topic, "We won't talk about these anymore. . Matilda, before going back, do you want to tell me about your experience in Cecil? "

"Of course, I still have some time," Matilda nodded, but then looked at the old pope in doubt, "but why are you suddenly interested in my experience in Cecil?" You know, it ’s been half a year since I returned from Cecil, and you have n’t paid much attention to things outside the church. "

"... people who indulge indoors will also hear thunder," Malm said slowly. "And recently there have been more and more things about Cecil in this city, and various news has even been spread. When I arrived in the Great Church, I heard and saw it even if I did n’t care. "

"Also ..." Matilda said with a touch of emotion. "The era of economic exchanges ... The flow of information has become different from before."

"However, just over a year ago, the situation was diametrically opposed to today," Malm shook his head. "We and Cecil were struggling. Almost everyone thought we were about to usher in a war, and countless war priests were ready. Prepare, the Great Church even lighted incense and essential oils dedicated to the God of War in advance-and then peace came suddenly. "

"Are you sorry about this?" Mattilda asked the Pope who looked at the God of War very seriously.

Malm glanced at the "Pearl of the Empire", and a smile flickered suddenly on the old but still spiritual face.

"His Royal Highness, I am the servant of the God of War, but the servant of the God of War is not a war madness-we are only serving the order and fairness of war, rather than always expecting the world to be full of war. Of course, I am indeed the main battle Faction, but I admit that a prosperous and stable situation is more beneficial to the people. It ’s just that this sudden 'peace' really makes people unprepared ... I'm a little surprised, many bishops and pastors who are prepared for war Somewhat stunned. "

"Understandably, after all, the priests of the God of War have always been an important member of the Imperial Army, and today's" peace "situation is indeed beyond everyone's expectations ..." Matilda nodded gently, with understanding and Agreed, but then she pondered for a few seconds, then slowly shook her head, "It's just that in my opinion, the statement of 'peaceful situation' is not accurate."

The burly pope couldn't help raising his eyebrows: "Oh?"

"We just avoided a **** war, but the bloodless war may continue," Matilda said seriously. "This is the judgment of the Parliament and the Royal Advisory Board-we will be with the Cecil Competing for the market, we will compete with them for influence and voice on the mainland. We will compete with them for literacy rate, city size, technical investment and achievements. We have collected our swords, but have begun to be more comprehensive Competition, economy, politics, technology ... and all of these ultimately point to national interests.

"My father and emperor told me that this is also a war, a war that has nothing to do with the sword, does not need to bleed, and cannot hear the fight, but it will not stop every minute, but this war is named peace, And the only thing people can see on the surface of the war is prosperity-at least until the two giant beasts win.

Malm Dunit listened to Matilda quietly. Those deep brown eyes were full of Chen Ning. He seemed to be thinking, but no expression appeared.

After a moment, he put his hands back on his chest, chanting the name of the God of War in a low voice, and his mood calmed down a little bit.

"You should be able to understand what I said." Matilda looked at the prestigious old man in front of him. Although the Augustus family always respected all the gods, at least in personal contact, this admirable old man was A friend of the Augustus family for many years, she also received a lot of care from each other in her childhood, so she is willing to say more to this old man, she knows that although the other person looks serious and old-fashioned, but also a quick thinking and understanding ability Excellent wise man, he can immediately understand these words.

"The war has always been there, but the form and scope of the war have changed." She finally nodded and said conclusively.

"Provoking," Malm Dunett nodded after a moment of silence, and said in a deep tone, "This is an angle I never considered."

Matilda smiled a little: "If you say these deep words in front of you, you don't mind."

Malm Dunitt smiled with a look of elders spoiling his juniors: "Of course not."