Chapter 980: A Holy Maiden, An Empress!
In the large conference hall, the silence was a little terrifying, and all eyes were on Downton, trying to see him through.
"The three princesses of the empire all worship Downton?
"Damn, is this guy going to be a princess killer?
"What's the matter with that King of Britannia? This country is rumored to have the most faggots, does he look like Downton? Want to fuck his ass?"
The delegates made eye contact, without a clue, and just when they didn't know how to ease the atmosphere of the venue, the door opened.
Saint Lily, dressed in a moon-white sacrificial robe, walked in.
Seeing the Holy Maiden, the audience stood up and bowed, even Heinrich was no exception, after all, in this kind of public occasion, the Holy Lily represents the face of the Flame Sect!
"Your Highness, what do you command?"
Someone came out of the queue and bowed down to ask.
"Don't dare to take the order, on behalf of the Flame Holy See, I approve of the election of the Duke of Downton as the first leader of NATO!"
Saint Lily's clear voice fell, and the representatives of the audience were dumbfounded, and subconsciously looked at Downton, how can this guy be virtuous, and he actually let the Holy See come forward.
"Hasn't the Holy See always intervened in the affairs of States?"
The representatives of the Jutland faction spoke out, and no matter how they listened to it, there was a sense of resentment.
"NATO, such an important organization, has a heavy influence on the stability of the northern region of the Western Earth Continent, and we, the Holy See of the Light Flame, naturally do what we can. ”
The words of the Holy Lily were beautiful, but the delegates understood that it was the Holy See that foresaw the future and did not want Heinrich to become bigger and thus suppress the theocracy, so they stepped in to support the forces of goodwill.
Imperial power and divine power are also naturally independent. The Holy See didn't want to rely on the charity of others to survive after Heinrich took control of the northern region in the future, and they had to control the right to speak.
"But why Downton?"
Inzaghi's question was also a question for everyone, how could Downton be a wild Templar, and he only went into the church to pray a handful of times.
"He's a genius who has two compliments. Although he is only a Templar, he has already mastered several priest-level divine arts!"
St. Lily walked towards Downton.
The crowd was silent, and what the Holy Maiden said was the truth, so much so that they suddenly discovered that if Downton was willing to be a loyal dog of the Holy See, he would immediately gain a huge status, no, he didn't need it anymore, and now it was the Holy See who was taking the initiative to throw an olive branch to him.
"Hello. Your Highness!"
Downton saluted.
"You're welcome, I'm here to announce to you by order of the Holy See that because of your outstanding performance, after verification by the College of Cardinals, the Pope has decided to award you the Holy Sword and Oak Leaf Badges, the Holy Flame Knight Badge and Title, and the Honorary Title of Archbishop!"
As soon as Saint Lily flipped his right hand, two boxes appeared in the palm of his hand and opened. On the red demonic cloth are two badges representing the Templars' martial arts and glory.
Hiss!
The delegates looked at the two badges. I couldn't help but gasp, the Holy Sword and Oak Leaf Badge and the Archbishop title are easy to say, it is an honor, but the Holy Flame Knight Badge is different, getting it means getting the recognition of the Holy See. Entered the middle and upper classes of the Holy See.
Now Downton not only got a piece of fiefdom and could receive a high salary every year, but most importantly, he had the right to transfer a knightly order of less than 3,000 people at will. In any city, it can be used!
The armed forces are always the guarantee of the existence of the ruling class, and the fact that Downton can lead the army represents the high hopes of the Holy See for him.
You must know that any Holy Flame Knight is a die-hard believer of the Holy See, and there is absolutely no possibility of betrayal, and Downton can get this position, which shows how rich the benefits sent by the Holy See are.
"This badge is not an ornament, it is a legendary-level magic accessory that can increase the magic energy and soul power worn by the wearer, and heal injuries......"
The tone of the holy lily was like talking to an old friend.
"Thank you!"
Without the Holy Lily to explain, looking at the envious eyes of the delegates of various countries, Downton also knew how great the value of this badge that could not be bought on the market at all.
Someone brought a chair for the Holy Maiden, and she naturally sat down, even if she didn't like the occasion, she had to complete the task assigned by the Pope.
Calm had returned to the hall, and from time to time the delegates' goals had drifted to Heinrich, and the situation seemed to be a little bad.
The nine empires, except for the Orc Empire, the Elven Empire, and the True Hope Demon Empire, did not participate in the Northern Conference, and then removed Saint-Gerland, three of the remaining five actually supported Downton, and now even the first religion of the Western Earth Continent has taken action.
Suddenly, the delegates discovered that Downton had changed from a trash fish to a bloody shark, and directly qualified to compete for the position of Speaker.
"Heinrich's Saint-Gerland, Kuta's Wizard Empire, and Twilight Empire, against Lombardy, Britannia, and Saint Laurent who support Downton, the Holy See, hehe, there's a good show!"
"At present, it seems that Downton has the advantage, but his own strength is not comparable to Heinrich!"
Just as the delegates were speculating about the situation, a group of orcs walked into the Great Chamber.
"I'm sorry, it's a long way, we're late!"
The delegates frowned, although humans and orcs are now at peace with each other, and only have small-scale wars and conflicts in some areas, but tens of thousands of years of racial feuds make them dislike these guys very much.
"What a northern parliament, we recognize Heinrich's election!"
The Ryan Lion from the Orc royal family spoke, and before everyone could digest the meaning behind the news, someone came again, and this time, the audience was in an uproar.
"The Elven Empire doesn't have a border with the north, so what's the fun?"
"Apparently heinrich is here to set up a scene!"
"It's really hidden, and I don't think Heinrich would have exposed his friendship with the elves without Downton's episode. ”
The delegates whispered that the Great Elven Empire was arrogant, but as we all know, they looked down on any race and thought that they were the first high race in the Western Soil, but now they actually recognized Heinrich's status. I have to say, it's really amazing!
Heinrich's face was calm, and he seemed to be sure of victory, but there was already anger in his heart, and he didn't want to play these two cards.
"Five against four. Downton almost!"
The Elven Empire is too far away, but after all, it is one of the nine empires, and its influence is outstanding, and as for the orcs, it is even more adjacent to the northern frontier, if Heinrich becomes the speaker, with their relationship, then the border can be peaceful for at least a few years.
"Delegates, the results of the election are already clear. Heinrich was elected as the first ...... by an overwhelming margin"
Before the presiding officer could finish speaking, a blue robin flew into the hall, and its beautiful tail feathers could not be more beautiful.
"Your Highness!"
The messenger of the Twilight Empire hurriedly got up, this is the demon servant of Princess Lion, and he does not dare to slack off.
"Princess Dilan asked me to pass the word that the Twilight Empire recognized the status of the Northern Council and proposed Downton as the first NATO leader!"
The robin landed on the long table. With his chest held high, he took a few steps. After saying it proudly, he flapped his wings again, turned around and flew away, and even Dilanxue's fiancé Heinrich didn't pay attention to it.
"What? I heard you right, did I? Dilanxue chose Downton as Speaker?"
"Heinrich's name should be said, right?"
"When did Downton meet Lion?"
There was a huge discussion in the big conference hall, and all the delegates had incredible expressions on their faces, Dilan Xue Ke was different from the princesses like Sissi. Because she holds the king's scepter, every word and deed can determine the future international shape of the Western Earth Continent.
"What?"
Heinrich, who had always been calm and reserved, lost his composure for the first time, and stood up suddenly, looking at the departing robin. His thoughts were a little knotted, and for a moment, he even suspected that there was something wrong with his hearing.
"Hey, hey, Downton won't go to Dilanxue and give Heinrich a green hat, right?"
"What nonsense, how can Her Highness the Lion Queen be that kind of person?"
"Whether it is or not, at a meeting attended by the northern countries, openly supporting another man means that there is a problem between her and Heinrich, and they all say that this is the most suitable couple in a thousand years, but I don't think the person concerned is necessarily willing!"
The delegates peeked at Heinrich's expression, and it was not easy to see the hope star of the empire make a fool of himself, and this scene was probably the black history he was most reluctant to mention.
"It's four to five now, Downton is one more!"
The delegates were ready to see how Heinrich responded.
"Shut up!" Heinrich roared suddenly, unconsciously using the divine word, and the mouths of the representatives in the audience seemed to be sewn shut, and they closed directly, unable to make any sound.
"Sue me, what's going on?"
Heinrich stared at the Twilight Empire's diplomat, a falcon-like gaze that pierced him in the heart.
The diplomat didn't know that he was already sweating profusely, and at this time he was facing the majesty of Heinrich's soul, even if he was a dragon-slaying step, he didn't resist it, and he directly fainted with his eyes.
"Calm down!"
The Holy Lily sowed a light of calm and soothed Heinrich's irritable and unbalanced mind, and it would not be good if he did something irreparable in a fit of rage.
"I'm calm!"
Heinrich replied, looked at Downton, and found that he was also confused, and then he breathed a sigh of relief, he knew that this was not a disguise.
"Adjournment!"
Heinrich didn't want to stay any longer, and walked out of the hall with that.
"I need an explanation!"
Sissi walked up to Downton, looked him in the eye, and asked in a low voice, and the diplomats from Brittania and Yves Saint Laurent also came over, their faces full of curiosity.
Dilanxue is notoriously unpretentious to any man, even Heinrich has never been approved by her, but she actually elected Downton as Speaker......
"How do I know?"
Downton smiled wryly.
Just as Sissi was about to ask, the guards suddenly shouted outside.
"The whole city is defending, and a huge fleet is coming!" (To be continued......