The Polish nobles who believed in Catholicism were not very interesting after seeing it - at the same time, there were some people who were originally nomadic heretics who were baptized by the Nordic Order and converted to the Catholic faith with the mood of giving it a try. These guys were excited and intrigued by the report.

Although fighting the Cumans was also a way to gain glory and spoils. But how to compare it to joining the Crusaders. And then the raiding of the infidels, not to mention the legendary Jerusalem. God's Promised Land flowing with milk and honey. Think about it, after the Crusaders conquered Jerusalem, they could be crowned kings. Then now Jerusalem is finished. The Continental Army re-fielded the Crusaders. So, does this mean that after we go, we can also get our own territory and become the founding kings like that?

Thinking of this, the breath of some nobles became cloudy. I want to go over with my army at once, fight the heretics, and get back the gold, I mean the Holy Land.

At the same time, the Rus' nobles who believed in Orthodox Christianity also considered it. Before, Egil was inconspicuous. The Rus' nobles had the courage to ask him if he was going to convert to Catholicism. Then Egil asked, "Do you believe in God?" and the Rus' nobles replied, "Of course." So Egil said, "It's all right to believe in God."

I felt very comfortable at the time. But now look at it, what does this mean? After all, your own king is not the same as your own faith. This cannot be said to be a joyful thing in any way.

The Rus' nobles looked at each other. can see from their eyes that this is inappropriate. Although the current Norman emperor practiced a policy of religious tolerance. But who knows what the future Norman Emperor (most likely Empress?) will look like.

"If Your Majesty can convert to Orthodoxy......"

Although they did not speak, everyone could understand the meaning revealed in their eyes and that of the other Rus' nobles.

"Or did we convert to Catholicism?"

There are some guys who are not afraid of going to hell after death, but are afraid of suffering in life.

Regardless, the nobles eventually accepted Egil's explanation. Catholics don't say anything. And the same goes for Orthodox Christians – Jerusalem is the place of Christ's martyrdom. It's not denominational.

So Egil made a quick decision and ordered the nobles to quickly return to the territory, reorganize the army, and then gather to Krakow. Then they moved south to Crimea, where the Normans had leased a port city in the vassal Zaporizhzhia Khanate. A large port base was built there, as well as a fortress complex. At the same time, the Black Sea Fleet was actively being prepared for construction - together with an alliance with the Eastern Roman Empire. If circumstances permit, it is also possible to borrow some ships of the Black Sea Fleet of the Eastern Roman Continent on a temporary basis. Plus the fleet transferred from the Nordic Baltic fleet. That's enough.

"Then will you join in this crusade, Your Majesty?" asked a Polish nobleman.

"Of course," replied Egil with an oath, "after all, my devotion to Jesus Christ is exemplary. ”

Speaking of this, the surrounding nobles, whether they believe in Catholicism or Orthodox Christianity, laughed. Indeed, Egil's faith, at least at the surface, was very religious. It's impressive. Sixteen points of devotion are remarkable. In the eyes of the vast majority of people, this slightly absurd emperor is a model of piety.

Of course, that's actually how it is. Everybody understands.

"But, Your Majesty, aren't you going to go on a campaign against the Cuman heresy?" someone asked again.

"It's just a chicken, a dog. I can sweep away Qingming in one time. When the time comes, you will lead the crowd back, and all the soldiers and horses will be almost fully equipped. Just on the road together. ”

Egil speaks with a strong sense of self-confidence. Let the nobles be skeptical. That confidence comes from Egil's proud record of winning every battle. And the doubt is that the Cumans have an army of 100,000 no matter how bad they are. And just defeated the Slavs in Moscow. The emperor was too conceited. I can't say that something is going to happen......

Of course, in such a situation, even if anyone thinks so, they will never say it - Egil sprinkled all the December taxes on Krakow. The capital was built into a megacity. The Royal Praetorian Guard barracks, the large fountains, the huge four-story city walls, and the hundreds of thousands of fertile fields opened up outside the city...... All these have made these nobles see the strength of His Majesty Emperor Egil. Follow such an emperor. Definitely yes. ...,

And just like that, the nobles dispersed. Egil took out his pocket watch and saw that it was already noon. I couldn't help but smile wryly. So much time wasted at once.

"Baron. Egil turned and called out to Talleyrand.

"Yes, my lord, it's all packed. Some of the things that could not be taken away were also handed over to the side of the Council in accordance with the orders of the sovereign. "Talleyrand, who had recently been canonized as a baron, seems to have been satisfied. Enthusiasm for work is high. Satisfied with Egil. At the same time, he is very proud of his royal way.

"That's fine. Let's leave, too—I'm afraid the armies outside the city have already set out. Egil stood up and stretched. Then he said.

"Well, I'm afraid so. Talleyrand nodded. It's time to follow behind Egil. A slight glance at Sonia, who had not said a word since the beginning. After that, he stopped talking.

However, just as Egil was about to leave, there was another knock at the door. Sonia looked at Egil, and after receiving an affirmative answer, she walked over and opened the door, and then saw Joan of Arc holding Maria's hand.

"Hello, Miss Sonia. Joan of Arc greeted Sonia with a smile on her face, and the warm feeling made the killer-turned-Sonia ashamed of herself. He lowered his head and got out of the way without saying a word.

"Joan of Arc, why are you here?" said Egil, who was a little surprised, and immediately walked over and took Joan of Arc's arm and helped her to the chair.

"Well, Egil, I'm not weak enough yet. Joan of Arc shook her head and said, "I thought you were gone, and you couldn't catch up." ”

Egil smiled bitterly: "It's not that the nobles are making trouble. After speaking, he raised his head and beckoned to Talleyrand: "Baron, you go first." I'll talk to Sister Joan of Arc for a while. ”

"Yes, Your Majesty. Talleyrand's mouth opened as if he wanted to say something. But in the end, nothing was said. Turned around and left.

"Will it delay business?" asked Joan of Arc, frowning slightly.

"You're the business. Egil took Joan of Arc's hand and said so.

"Alright, alright, you......" Joan of Arc blushed slightly. The two flirted for a while, and the aura they emitted made Sonia and Maria run aside to squat in the corner. It was a long time before Joan of Arc continued.

"This time, I have something to discuss with you. Joan of Arc beckoned, squatting in the corner of the wall, provoking Sonya without any memory, and calling Maria, who was about to provoke the female killer and teach her a lesson.

"Anything about Maria?" asked Joan of Arc as she removed one hand and rubbed the little nun's hair, making Maria smile like a pet being caressed by love.

"Well, yes. This kid is a little lonely and wants to ask you to find something to do. Joan of Arc said.

"Is that so, Mary?" said Egil, turning to Maria.

"Hmmm!" replied Maria, spiritedly. Of course, Egil still thinks it's this guy making a fool. Maybe he didn't even understand what Egil was saying.

And she also said that you have shown her a lot of books on various things. She learned it all very well. Maybe this kid can help you a little. ”

Egil certainly understood the potential of this silly-looking little nun. Even the system admits that this retinue is "Idiot Genius" with +2 fertility, +1 for brutality, +1 for management, and +5% for imperial scientific research progress, which is an attribute recognized by the system. In addition, the little nun is such a white idiot, she will definitely not do things behind Egil's back. Egir sometimes even felt that the little nun Mary was better suited to follow him than someone like Talleyrand.

"But aren't you lonely?" said Egil, "in the beginning, I wanted this boy to be with you. ”

"But it looks like she'd prefer to be around you, Egil. Joan of Arc shook her head: "As for loneliness or something...... I guess I should find something to do......"

"Well, isn't it enough to dominate the affairs of the women's monasteries in the country?" asked Egil.

"Actually, I don't have any hands on that. Joan of Arc replied.

"What?!, don't they listen to you?" Egir's face flashed with murderous intent. The strength in his hand was also a little heavier, which made the little nun scream as if she were complaining.

"Not really. It's just that I'm not naturally suited to that kind of management work. Joan of Arc said apologetically, "I was in Northern Europe before." It's better without me interfering. But if I meddle, it's going to make things worse. The grandmothers of the monastery were also in trouble. So in the end I gave up. Let them manage themselves. ”

“...... That's right. ”

Egil looked at Joan of Arc's attribute table, and naturally knew that Joan of Arc's management attributes were very bad, even worse than Artoria, who had improved a lot now. It's a bit hard for her to manage these things. But what else can Joan of Arc do?

"Egil...... If I could, I, I'd like to go to the army again. Seeing Egil frowning and starting to think, Joan of Arc plucked up the courage to say something like this......