We suspect that Tesla gained knowledge and enlightenment from that relic that did not belong to this era.

That's what the Pope said.

Sigma and Kirie looked at each other.

"Wait......" the necromancer frowned, "doubtful?" ”

The Pope nodded and said, "Well, back then, he was immersed in great grief and already had a deep prejudice against the Holy See, so naturally he would not answer our questions honestly, but now everything has been verified." If that terrible alchemy bomb had come from Tesla, it would have been explained...... He has the ability and knowledge, but he lacks enough human and material resources to support it, but I didn't expect that he would choose to cooperate with the Temple......"

"No, no, no, the crux of the matter is not this ......" Sigma waved his hand, "Under normal circumstances, a lonely little demon scholar has had an unimaginable adventure in a ruin, no matter which force will try to get their hands on these good things, and at the worst try to win him over, if you can't win him over, you will destroy him, and you can't let him be used by your own enemies - but you didn't ask him carefully, and just let him go?" ”

"yes, I personally gave the order, it's hard to understand, isn't it?" The Pope was silent for a moment, "There are many reasons...... Kelly has already explained to you, the cause of Tesla's wife's death. ”

"After a little bit of talk, she doesn't seem to know much." Sigma nodded, "Probably because of some sudden accident in the ruins, a lot of terrifying monsters poured out, in order to prevent these terrifying creatures from escaping to the outside world, the decision-makers of the expedition decided to close the ruins...... Nina's mother, who stayed in the ruins to save the robe. ”

He was a little incredulous: "Is this because of this? ”

The Holy See was noncommittal, he looked at Sigma and said softly, "What do you think of this?" ”

"A regrettable tragedy...... But there is nothing to be done. Sigma shook her head, "That decision-maker undoubtedly made the right decision, but at the cost of some people's sacrifices...... But I am not in a position to judge the rights and wrongs of this matter, because I am only an outsider, and in the eyes of an outsider, the decision of the decision-maker is decisive and correct, and his quick decision prevents the situation from going further for the worse, but in the eyes of the person concerned, these things have no meaning, because their relatives have lost their lives, unique, precious lives, in this incident, in the decisions of the Holy See, and since then a part of their lives has been missing. ”

"You're right...... We cannot demand that everyone be neutral, rational and wise in matters concerning their own vital interests, and no wise person can remain sane after the pain of losing something important...... And Tesla is clearly one of them. "I still remember the look in his eyes...... The ashes and anger in the eyes of this pious and wise man, even though he admits in his heart that the judgment of the Holy See at that time was decisive and correct, but his love for his wife made it impossible for him to forgive us for our coldness, which is what is usually said, understandable, but not forgivable......"

A look of remembrance flashed in the eyes of the Holy See, and he said slowly: "At that time Clement told me that Tesla's sanity and piety had been completely destroyed by the death of his wife, and that this man had a fury and hatred brewing in his soul, and he told me that, judging by the confessions of the survivors at the time, Tesla had apparently gained some spiritual wealth in that ruin that which we do not know...... It would obviously be a very troublesome thing for him to use his intellect and adventures against hatred and revenge against the Holy See, so he said that the necessary measures should be taken against Tesla, at least to imprison him in secret. ”

Sigma snorted coldly: "It's him again, this Grand Inquisitor seems to be very good at being unreasonable...... For the sake of the so-called security of the Holy See, innocent people who do not know each other can be manipulated and harmed at will. ”

The Holy See glanced at him, his eyes were strange and strange, he seemed to want to say something, but he still shook his head: "I thought about it for a long time, and finally rejected his offer, and I had a big fight with him about it...... For a while in all these years, I thought it would be the last time we would yell at each other like best friends, but it didn't matter......"

The old man smiled slowly: "The important thing is that even now, I still don't regret my decision. At that time, I said to him that such a thing happened, it was the Holy See that did not protect his knights well, and in this matter, the Holy See did nothing wrong, but there were knights who died for it, and there were relatives who died for it, so it is natural for the victims to have hatred for us, and we should not be afraid, let alone hurt because of fear and jealousy...... We are worthy of our hearts, so we can face it calmly, what Tesla wants to do is his right, and if he does something dangerous to the Holy See, we can naturally sanction and punish him, but before he does this, we can't hurt him, because his wife died for the Holy See, and this trust and sacrifice cannot be disappointed. ”

Sigma pouted: "Then Tesla created an alchemy bomb that could collapse the city in the clouds, and now you have nothing to do, he really exercised his right to revenge." ”

The old man smiled meaningfully: "But he's dead, so forget it...... If he were alive, I'd catch him and throw this daring bastard off the bright boardwalk. ”

The necromancer smacked his lips and didn't speak.

"It's pedantic, even hypocritical, right?" The Pope sighed, "That's how Clement scolded me at that time, saying that a naïve and soft-hearted person like me is not qualified to be a pope, maybe......"

The old man's face showed helplessness and a little tiredness, he said slowly: "Do you know, the Pope is the most tired person in the world, rushing back and forth between the two worlds, in the world of faith, I am the spiritual leader who guides countless believers and priests, I want to believe in the beauty of the world, believe in the purification and guidance of the Holy Light on the human heart, and remember and realize it, and in the secular world, I am one of the most powerful people in the world, in order to protect the peace of this continent and the safety of this group of innocent and lovely priests, I have to throw myself into the struggle for power and profit, with ill-intentioned politicians and desperate darkness......"

"Holy See ......" Gilly listened quietly and couldn't help but say, "You ......"

"Don't comfort me...... Jili, I'm fine, after all, this power and power also bring some benefits, such as wayward power. The Pope looked at his favorite knight and smiled a little mischievously, and he blinked, "For example, in the case of Tesla...... I've done so much for the sake of the Holy See, and I shouldn't have any problem with a little nonsense in this matter. I just have faith in Tesla, I think Tesla, the kid, still has a kind soul, even if he is blinded by impulse and hatred for a while, after inner consideration and time healing, he will finally let go of this hatred and embrace the only treasure he has left, yes, I also felt at that time that the little girl who lost her mother can no longer lose her father, and she can no longer lose her free life......"

At this point, his smile slowly dimmed: "But...... I was wrong. ”

He didn't expect the appearance of the Temple, he didn't expect that Tesla's hatred would be guided and instigated by the Temple, and finally become a tool for the Temple to realize its ambitions...... That man, instead of being able to overwhelm the blinded flame of hatred with his own kindness, as the Pope had hoped, went to extremes and became a tool for revenge.

"yes...... Maybe Sigma you're right, an insignificant little person has an adventure in an ancient ruin, and any qualified superior knows what to do, if you don't use me, you will be killed by me, only I, an incompetent pope, would make such a stupid choice. The Pope raised his head slightly, and the two of them did not see a trace of regret in the eyes of the Holy See, only a faint firmness and pride, and he said lightly, "But I just think that the hearts of the people are profit-seeking, and the side of the world is filled with profit and greed, and it would not be too desperate if we, as priests, were in the same league as them." ”

It's like childish, angry words.

But Sigma and Kirie couldn't help but be stunned.

Because it was the legendary powerhouse who said this.

Relying on extraordinary talent, steadfast perseverance, and strong heart, he broke through the shackles of the Sanctuary and reached the apex of the living realm, the realm closest to God...... Whether good or evil, every legendary powerhouse has an incomparably strong heart, they are people with great perseverance, they have calmly examined their own hearts, firmly believe in their own path, and become legends with this.

With a clear conscience and unwavering, the Pope was able to speak his mind because he was sincere in his path and convinced that it was the right thing to do, and that he would never regret what happened.

Integrity, perseverance, protection, mercy, humility, honesty...... These precious and beautiful qualities have always been ridiculed, despised and exploited by the intelligent people of the world, and the pursuit and realization of the values of the clergy are also regarded as pedantic and old-fashioned, but those who scoff at them never know that the Supreme Pope, who now reigns at the top of Cloudsdale and presides over the Norren priesthood, has always adhered to this path, being more pious and determined than anyone else, and has achieved a legend in this way.

With his own efforts and perseverance, he proved that this pedantic and old-fashioned path is pleasing to God the Father, and that it can reach the end of what humanity can reach, which is the highest realm that those who mock the priesthood can never reach.

Sigma suddenly laughed, "But...... Your judgment has put the Holy See in danger. ”

"Then let's fight." The Pope laughed fearlessly, "We will fight the Templars, and we will defeat them, defeat them once and for all, and stop this evil plot to overthrow the Holy See." ”

As if he wanted to embarrass him, the necromancer deliberately said, "But if you had been a little more secular at the time and decided to detain or spy on Tesla, what happened today would not have happened." ”

But as soon as the precedent is set, there is a first time and a second time, and the Holy See will gradually deviate from the path in the choice of one another, and gradually become a place of filth and filth polluted by the world...... When it fails for the first time with those who trust it and acts against its will, it will lay the groundwork for the future betrayal of the Holy See. The Pope's reply was frank but firm, "So I can't do it, it's a chronic poison to ruin the Holy See." ”

Sigma smiled: "But if it doesn't happen this time, the Holy See will be ruined." ”

"The Holy See will not be destroyed, even if the bomb is detonated, only Cloudsdale will be destroyed." The Pope said aloud, "The destruction of miè only shows that we are not strong enough, and this glorious and heavy fortified city will be destroyed in one fell swoop, and the clergy scattered on the continent will face a very difficult situation...... But even so, I believe in them, in the Light, and they will slowly grow stronger in the face of adversity, and accumulate the strength to rise up, and eventually the new Holy City will stand again on the ruins of Cloudsdale, and the new Holy See will be stronger than before, better able to guide and protect this race...... As for the hardships and sacrifices during the period......"

He smiled slightly: "From the beginning of the establishment of the Holy See, this has been the mission of the clergy, isn't it? ”

Sigma chuckled softly, then stretched out her hand: "I won't let the Holy See be ruined, no." As angry and unhappy as what happened today, if it's someone like you and Gilly who is in charge of the Holy See, I think I'll protect it...... Because like you, I'm a paranoid and naïve guy who thinks the world can be a better place, and hopes to change it with my own strength and persistence. ”

The Pope took Sigma's hand and smiled, "Father God made you a necromancer, it's a big joke, you should come and be a paladin...... However, you are welcome to join us and fight alongside us. ”

The necromancer blinked suddenly: "I'll ask you something personally...... Honestly, Your Majesty, do you regret making that choice? ”

The Pope also blinked his eyes and whispered: "Damn, my intestines are so blue with regret, if I had known that Tesla had such a skill, I would have hung him on the bright plank road a long time ago......"

Sigma smiled: "I sometimes wonder, do all legends have the attribute of tsundere? ”

The Holy See laughed and pointed to the necromancer and paladin: "Then you two must be the most powerful legend of Noren's future." ”

"I hope so...... One more thing. Sigma whispered, "As Tesla died...... He mentioned Nina's name, and the light of destruction, and I think, in the last moments of his life, the good nature prevailed over the anger of revenge, a good quality that he never lost, so the Holy See ...... Your choice, at least not wrong, is just missing some opportunities. ”

The Pope smiled. R1152