"People exist in the world, ups and downs. There is too much sin and dirt that contaminates and wears away the soul that is otherwise flawless, causing it to sink and suffer forever..."

"To keep away from sin and decay, purify! Purify yourself, purify others, purify the world! ”

"The power of purification is not only in the material, but also in the mind. From the inside out, from the surface to the inside, bit by bit. Everything that is done in daily life, whether still or moving, sitting or lying, drinking or eating, is the purification of one's body and soul..."

"Only by purification can the soul have a chance to ascend into the pure kingdom of heaven and never fall..."

……

A few days later, for some unknown reason, a special "new wind" blew in the Rhineberg and slowly spread. But what he is talking about is a new kind of speculation that has never appeared before, that is, "only purification can save the soul and the world".

At first, such remarks were circulated privately among a few Inner Fort minions, and did not concern outsiders. But gradually, new people joined in and actively learned, so that the "Purification and Salvation" quickly expanded from the original small circle to a wider group of people.

At the same time, there was a faint rumor that the new Home Minister, Lord Senbo, had shown considerable interest in the "purification theory" and had spoken highly of him on a private occasion.

As a result, many of the middle and lower levels of the internal affairs system also worked upwards and downwards, and instead of preventing more tenant servants from approaching to participate in the "purification", they secretly contributed to the situation and used their power to obtain invisible benefits for some activists, such as easier work or more abundant bread when distributing food.

As a result, the wind in Rheinberg has changed.

Many people who were not aware of the "purification theory" and were even bored with it took the initiative to turn their heads and participate in it in the most active way, hoping to gain some practical benefits as well. From the fashionable to the young, all of them are enthusiastic. All of them are excited. On the contrary, the few remaining "non-activists" have become a "minority" within the Rheinberg, silently isolated and subject to stricter regulation.

"Your Excellency, Lord Bruno asks to see you."

Two weeks later, the Three-Flower Elf suddenly requested an urgent meeting with Moriarty.

"Ask him to come in."

As the real promoter of the "purification theory" in the Rheinberg, its projection must constantly change its appearance and actually participate in the people at the bottom. The original doctrine was preached and the effects of a series of policies were examined.

Fortunately, the "bread for faith" plan went well. Even if the projection does not directly organize churches and priests and bestow magic like the Darkmoon incarnation, it can still attract attention and participation through measures such as "material support, tax reductions, food subsidies, and medical care". Even if the vast majority of people have no faith at all for a while, as long as they persist, with the passage of time, initiative will become a habit, habits will become natural, and nature will turn into true faith.

It's human nature. It is also the truth, which has been practiced in many worlds.

"Your Excellency!"

Stepping into the room, Bruno saluted.

But Moriarty could see that the mood of the three-flower elf was not as calm as it seemed on the surface.

"May I be seated, Bruno, how about a cup of milk tea?"

The elf quit drinking, and Moriarty instructed the servant to prepare milk tea with a special gardenia spice. It tastes very good.

I have to say, since becoming a god. Someone's tastes and preferences become more and more demanding, and they can't swallow many diets. But this is not an initiative, but a natural evolution of the body itself. It's as if humans can't adapt to ape recipes.

"Thank you." The elves are a cultivated race in the end, and it was not until the servant retreated after drinking half a cup of hot milk tea that he finally got to the point: "Your Excellency." I wonder if it's convenient to consult? ”

"Of course, excuse me."

Moriarty smiled.

"Are you the one who has recently sprung up in the Rhineberg to be the purification theory?"

Bruno's questions were direct and to the core.

"Yes."

Moriarty replied without mincing words.

"Sure enough, without your gesture and consent, Lord Senbo would not dare to do such a thing, no matter how bold he is." The three-flower elf nodded: "But why." Excellency? Why do you behave this way? ”

"There are many reasons for this, but it boils down to two things: first, we need an idea that confronts the Church of Light, otherwise we will be defeated on the battlefield of faith; Second, 'purification' is also a real force, and it is in the neutral camp, and there is no essential harm to human beings. ”

Looking at Bruno's mixed gaze, Moriarty said slowly.

This is also the official annotation of "purification" on the stage of Erathia, which is not entirely plausible, but it is also not absurd or abrupt.

"Your Excellency, do you know what you're doing!?" Suddenly, the three-flower elf became a little excited: "Promoting a religion with your own strength, even if you are a grand arcanist and a noble lord, it is impossible for you to succeed!" Not to mention the gods involved, and the Church of Light will take revenge on you and your territory! And, is the 'purification' you mean really that grandiose? What will happen to the local human aristocracy? Have you considered all these issues? ”

After saying so much in one breath, Bruno's fair face turned red.

The elves have been inherited for more than 10,000 years, and they are also the continent race with the deepest understanding and awareness of the power of faith, so they know how big the risks are. If it weren't for the fact that Moriarty himself was extremely strong and had a lot of favors for him, I was afraid that the Three Flower Elves would have left a few days ago and stayed away from this potential crater.

"As for the opinion of the nobles, hehe, naturally they will not allow the emergence of a powerful church, otherwise it will definitely infringe on its inherent interests." Looking at Bruno, Moriarty suddenly laughed and walked in front of the others: "But what if it's a church without power?" What about faith alone, channeled by secular power as a weapon against the Church of Light? ”

"No power? What do you mean? ”

The three-flower elf was stunned suddenly.

"Bruno, the primary function of faith is to appease people's hearts, but not to kill or conquer, otherwise warriors and mages can completely replace priests."

"But isn't a church without power a lamb to the slaughter?"

The three-flower elf was still puzzled.

"What if it's a poor church?"

"Poverty?"

Bruno was even more surprised.

In the history of the continent, the church of any god has had great force and infinite wealth, and where can it be associated with poverty.

"Poverty is not a bad thing for the church, but extravagance is the beginning of depravity. Moreover, the power that poverty can breed is often incomparable to abundance. ”

Finally, Moriarty had something to say. (To be continued.) )