Chapter 406 - Chapter 406: Chapter 386: Legacy Instructions (2/2)
He was one of Darren’s sons.
Archer.
He was the new High Priest of the Dawn Church.
Although he was only in his teens, very young, and had only reached the 2nd Rank on the Path of Divine Sacrifice, the first-generation High Priest was also chosen by the gods at a young age.
The Divine Oracle that the Lord of the Lost chose for Archer was heard by both Byrne and Chris, so no one doubted it.
Since he was the High Priest personally chosen by the Lord of the Lost, no one would question his legitimacy, and Archer’s position was a hundred times firmer than steel adamant.
Yet the youth himself seemed somewhat confused and helpless. Although he was on the Path of Divine Sacrifice, he had only truly become a devout person when the black stone stele had appeared not long ago.
Archer never doubted the choice of the Lord of the Lost, but deep in his heart, he doubted himself and whether he could truly fulfill the duties of High Priest.
“Can I really do it?”
“Do I truly qualify?”
His personality was full of timidity and unease. Whenever he faced a crowd or needed to speak his mind, he would subconsciously retreat, his hands involuntarily intertwining and his knuckles turning slightly white from nervousness.
Byrne, who sat up weakly in bed, showed a faint smile on his face as he gazed intently at his grandson Archer.
“Don’t be confused, Archer. Let go and just do it. The God chose you for a reason.”
“Yes, grandfather.”
Archer frowned slightly, obviously still having trouble accepting the drastic change in status.
But Byrne thought that was okay, what he needed was just time.
As a child, he had also grown up slowly, and Archer was still just a teenager. And now the Fischer family was able to give him enough time to grow.
“Father.”
Darren, now over fifty, walked past his son to stand in front of his father Byrne, gazing at him calmly, his emotions complex as he grasped his father’s aged hand.
“The Fischers will be our responsibility from now on.”
“I swear to you.”
The look in his eyes gradually deepened.
“Whether it’s revenge against the Adley Royal Family and the major domestic families or the Rhea People, it will be our generation that accomplishes it!”
Byrne nodded gently, saying with great earnestness:
“Felix and Helen, Hecate, Arte, Delia, they still need to grow, and we all know about Karno’s situation; he’s likely left Nasir City by now… So the family is counting on you, Chris, and Christine.”
“The Dawn Church also needs you to build it together to make it better. I believe that with the power and will deep in your hearts, you will certainly do better than I did.”
He paused, then looking towards Chris, he continued:
“The great Lord of the Lost has awakened. Our most important task now is to support Chris as he ascends to the 6th Rank and to bring those who already wield the 4th Rank Power of Consecution to the new 5th Rank.”
Chris nodded lightly, signaling he had made adequate preparations.
Byrne went on to say, “Yeager is an ambitious man, but in those ten years, he hasn’t done anything extreme. Now that the great Lord of the Lost is with us, he would never betray us, so you can use him with confidence.”
“The Romann family will continue to ally with us as long as Lord Aldrich is alive, unless faced with a choice to survive either their family or the Fischers. Otherwise, Lord Aldrich would not betray us.”
“Bishop Zane may appear cold and venomous on the surface, but is actually very emotional. However, remember that he alone does not represent the attitude of the Tempest Church; you cannot trust the Church completely.”
“Besides the Romann family and Zane, the other major families in Siyate are all opportunists. Since we have won the war, they will naturally follow us. Going forward, do not worry about the domestic families too much; it is more important to be aware of the influence of outside forces.”
“Whether it’s the Empire of Lorne or the Seven Stars, or the Six Great True Gods Churches, they remain the true rulers of the world. Even if the Fischer family grows strong, it must still be conscious of surviving in the gaps. Caution is of the utmost importance; we cannot become arrogant.”
“And most importantly, the secret about Him must continue to be protected well.”
He paused, then spoke in a slower, more somber tone:
“As for the Adley Royal Family, except for Peggy, all must be executed, not one spared. Then have the members of the Fischer family marry Peggy. Once she has had children, she can rest.”
“However, aside from that, try to kill less. Remember, Darren, when you attack Rhea, do not think about committing acts of racial extermination.”
Darren remained silent, his gaze flickering, before finally nodding in agreement with his father.
“Christine.”
Byrne looked up at Christine, took a deep breath, and said very seriously:
“I hope that you will take over as the Fischer family patriarch.”
Christine, in the wheelchair, was momentarily stunned.
“Why me? Not Darren…”
Byrne calmly continued.
“Over the years you’ve established and perfected rules and regulations, and handled all manners of daily affairs, something we’ve all seen. You are more suitable than Darren to become the new family head.”
Darren also nodded towards Christine, saying calmly, “Although those rules are annoying, I’m not a child. Christine, you’re indeed more suitable than me.”
Christine no longer refused, but spoke:
“Rest assured, I will ensure the Fischer family continues to develop and grow stronger… and I will also fulfill all His Divine Oracles.”
Byrne then discussed many more details with them. Throughout the conversation, Chris remained silent, but his eyes were always fixed on him.
As evening approached and his voice grew weaker, Byrne said,
“It’s about time…”
“You all have worked hard during this time. I’m sorry; I’m a bit tired and would like to rest alone for a while.”
Suddenly feeling extremely weary, Byrne just wanted to sleep for a long time.