44. Wandering in the storm
It wasn't a pleasant travel trip, at least that's what Nangong thought. Although he enjoyed the same palace-style top-level service as the emperor in those few days, it was nothing compared to the series of dangerous things he did afterwards.
At least life is more important than enjoyment, and that's understandable.
A series of experiences, coupled with the explanations of Lychee and the other two "demons", finally made Nangong roughly clear about the "divine envoys", no, now it should be about the situation of the "witches".
First of all, it is certain that the "oracle" that Filily said "suddenly" broke the idol and descended on the Inquisition was not a real oracle at all. It should be said that there is no such thing as a "divine messenger", and the guy who calls himself Mia is actually a magician, but according to the degree of strength, it is enough to talk about the word "witch".
In other words, all the worshippers of the Inquisition, from the archbishop to the procurator, were deceived by Mia's near-perfect acting skills. However, although her identity is not "real", Mia has not done anything to harm the interests of the Inquisition, which is probably why she has been able to keep her identity unrevealed for a long time.
Mia is indeed "calling the gods", but there must be some other purpose besides this. At least no one would go to the trouble of running somewhere else to mix in something that has nothing to do with them for no reason. Very few people know this purpose, for a wise witch would certainly not tell such a thing to anyone who would not assist her. Maybe Charlotte knew a little about it, but she couldn't be reached right now.
And now that the ceremony has been successful, the positions of the two sides have been completely reversed. Even if you just go and just recognize Mia as a fake, it won't help. On the contrary, it is a big question whether or not they can be convinced by 10% of the Ombudsmans. Believers see what they want to see. People who want to see. Naturally, they are willing to believe in these things that are "real". Not everyone can judge the actions of the oracle from an objective point of view.
And in addition to this, there is also the existence of the Magic Association.,Although it's just speculation.,But the other "witch" who acts with Mia is also her sister.,I'm afraid it's already deep in the magic association.。 The existence of Belusep and the witch teacher in Emilia's mouth are the best evidence of this.
The purpose is unknown, the number is inferior, and it always feels like I have returned to the era of dark war in an instant.
Nangong, who had various ideas, pulled the lychee and followed Fei Lili to a ward. For the archbishop lying on the hospital bed as if he was lifeless. Nangong didn't feel any surprises anymore.
Although the "palace life" in the previous few days was extravagant, Nangong also heard about the "glorious deeds" of Charlotte's aunt, that is, the two witches, from Lizhi and some people who knew Mia.
Charlotte's aunt is probably the "witch teacher" Lisy in Amilia's mouth, which can be summed up as "obviously able to rely on strength to eat, but you have to use talent". However, before he really faced the other party, Nangong really couldn't imagine what kind of strength this was.
And then there's Mia, who is now pretending to be an "oracle", and unlike her sisters, Mia has little talent for magic, but instead has a ruthless calculating. Nangong can agree with this, because whether it is from her "pretending to lurk" at the beginning, to now becoming a "divine envoy" openly. It's just an incident that took more than ten days. And......
Probably using an innocent person with a strong faith. Now the feelings for the archbishop should be more sympathetic than angry.
"Your Excellency. I've come to see you. ”
After ordering Elizabeth to go and guard, Filily shook Freya's shoulders and woke the lost bishop from his dream.
"Are you feeling better?"
“……”
"I also brought good news and bad news. I ......," Filly hesitated for a moment, "I'll start with the good ones." ”
The scene was terrifyingly quiet, and it was clear that Freya, although she was not angry, could at least hear the words of others. Although this is probably not a good thing.
"The good thing for you is...... The ritual of the oracle succeeded, and the faith of the believers of our Inquisition was summoned. It's impossible for you to meet her anymore, but I guess it's good news for you. ”
“……”
"And then there's bad news for you, and for me."
Without giving Freya time to answer, Filily immediately said, "The bad news is, Lord Bishop, that the oracle you are following is actually just a witch using the Inquisition. ”
"Huh?"
"Your previous beliefs are all wrong!"
Facing Freya, Filily continued to hit her with the words that the other party probably didn't want to hear, "You believe in just a witch, and you have done so many unforgivable things to the Inquisition for her, and in the end you were even abandoned by the other party...... Don't you get it yet, Freya!? ”
"I ...... This ......"
Perhaps Filili's idea was to make Freya sober up from the ups and downs, but the truth was not as simple as she thought. It's better to get worse.
"That's not right...... Are you lying to me...... You're lying to me......" Freya, enchanted, began to pick up everything she could touch and throw it at Filily, "Filily...... You heretic! Guys who don't have the slightest faith! ”
Sympathy? But perhaps only sorrow remains. Nangong couldn't imagine what kind of brainwashing could make this bishop become so crazy about the "faith" in her heart. But for Filily, she must have wanted to save the fallen bishop.
"I'm sorry, Lord Bishop."
After enduring a bunch of pillow fruit attacks, Filily "gently" let Freya fall asleep temporarily, although it would definitely not be a good dream, Filily's words would definitely make Freya wander in a nightmare, but if she didn't do this, she might not be able to recognize reality for the rest of her life.
"You should have seen the situation of Lord Bishop, and to be honest, she is not optimistic about staying here."
After doing all this, Filily looked at Nangong, "And I can't protect her all the time, because now she is an absolute 'traitor' to the Inquisition." So...... I have a request for you. ”
“……”
"The situation at the Inquisition has changed so much that if you continue to stay here, you will only get into unnecessary trouble, and I will prepare a plan for you to go back as soon as possible. But in the meantime, I hope you will bring the Bishop with you, at least to keep her away from this dangerous place for the time being. ”
"What about you?" After understanding all the actions of the witches, the "storm" of the entire city finally revealed its true colors. Unfortunately, my side is at the center of the storm.
"There's nothing wrong with me taking her with me." Nangong nodded, "But I think it's better for you to retreat bravely." The Inquisition is here......"
"My duty is to stay." Although there was some stubbornness, the determination shown by Fei Lili still made Nangong choose to acquiesce, "At least until I am still the inspector of the inquisition, I can't leave it behind." And rest assured, at least for my position, there is much less of a threat and impact. Although, to put it mildly, they didn't bother to target me at all. ”
"Then I'm ......"
"I already know enough information, and you don't need to tell me anything about it, or I'm afraid I won't be able to act in the Inquisition the way I used to."
After a short period of cooperation, the time of separation has arrived. Although she didn't want to let Fei Lili wander in this storm alone, for a "guest" who couldn't even guarantee her own safety, Nangong obviously didn't even have the right to enter this storm again, and all that was left was to wait for the next opportunity for the storm to subside.
"Charlotte's companion I will prepare a safe place for her to live, I also said before, Charlotte's state is very strange, please don't contact her for the time being."
Fei Lili lowered her head as she spoke, "Finally, please Nangong, you must take care of the archbishop, I am not a fool, I will quickly ask you for help when necessary!" ”
(This volume stops there, though it looks like it's only halfway there.) Hawkers,But if you're in one scene for a long time, the article will easily become boring.,And this time it's not like the foreign volume is over.,Obviously, Filily's words will also lead to the follow-up plot later.。 It's like a transit station. (To be continued......)