Transcendent Noble

In the Abode to the east of Blinol cathedral, Archbishop Lazarus is sitting on the long sofa.

Master Bishop leaned against a young and beautiful female priest. A set of rare and gorgeous jewelry was placed on the coffee table in front of the two of them.

"These blue diamond earrings are so beautiful, they must be expensive?" The female priest fell into Archbishop's arms and spoiled her.

"My little heart, you can accept it if you like it. This set of jewelry was given by Kagla count, so we don't need to spend a copper sol." Lazarus laughed and put his hand into the female priest's robe Inside, playing with those delicate and round thighs.

"You help me put it on...with one hand." The female priest charming eyes were like silk, Tao's cheeks were dizzy, she gently twisted her body to clamp Archbishop's hands in both Between the slender and powerful thighs.

"Okay. Okay." Lazarus laughed awkwardly, and hung the earrings on the earlobe of the female priest with just one hand. His movements are not at all like a person who is over sixty years old and has an obese body. Old man.

"Tuk", "Tuk", "Tuk"

A long and two short knocking on the door disturbed Master Bishop's interest. He just wrinkled his bald brows outside the door There was a familiar voice.

"Lazarus, Viscount Randal, please see me."

Archbishop reluctantly drew his hand from the priestess's jacket, shook his head and sighed, "The last thing I want to see is Viscount Randal, now I have to see again."

"Master, I will serve you to change clothes." The female priest smiled and stood up, opened the closet in the room, and took out the red-clothed bishop uniform from it.

"Wait..." Lazarus thought for a while and said, "Reese, get me the best dress."

The priestess Reese took it out again. A set of luxurious gold-rimmed spider silk robes, asked in surprise: "Is this this one?"

See Archbishop nodded for confirmation, the female priest gently and obediently changed his clothes. Before leaving the house, Lazarus stopped and instructed the priestess: "Reese, you will also come out to see Viscount Randal in a while."

"I... Am I wearing a dress, too." Can I wear these jewellery?” Reese eyes shined, gestured with surprise on the jewellery on the coffee table. This is the first time Lazarus has publicly introduced her identity to a nobleman, and the significance of it is extraordinary. Of course Reese would like to sing with her husband, let everyone know that she is now Mrs. Archbishop.

"no! Just wear the priest's uniform." Lazarus walked out of the room without looking at the female priest's broken face.

Victor is standing in the main hall of the cathedral in the center of Blinol, with an angel holding a sword in front of him. This lifelike statue is 4.7 meters high. The whole body is carved from white glazed rock. It is inlaid with 12 white crystals and 24 pure and clear rubies. The value of these materials alone will not be less than 30,000 gold sols. As for its artistic value, it is not as attractive as the purple gold coin to Victor. Of course, in the eyes of the church attendants, Viscount Randal is admiring this exquisite angel statue with the eyes of an artist.

Everyone believes that elves bloodline nobles are born artists.

Slight footsteps came into Victor's ears, and he turned his head to see an old man walked into the prayer hall under the escort of two Paladins. Wei Wei hesitated for a while, Victor half-kneeled and saluted: "His Archbishop, good day."

The half-kneeling ceremony of the human kingdom is an honor. The noble Knight is qualified to kneel when he meets the lord. present. The object of Victor's gift is the Archbishop representing Lord of Radiance, not Lazarus himself, which symbolizes Lord of Radiance's favor. Lazarus stepped forward to help Victor up, and said kindly: "Victor, you've grown up."

The feeling that red-clothed Archbishop gave Victor is really strange. Lazarus was once the master of Victor and Sophia. In the memory of Baron, Lord Red-clothed bishop was a kind, holy, wise, majestic, self-disciplined, and respectable priest. And the old man in front of Victor's eyes was ugly, short and fat, half-bald, wearing a luxurious silk robe, did not put the Lord of Radiance on his mouth, but pulled him close to him like a wealthy merchant in the market.

Lazarus laughed to Victor who not knowing what to do, each minding their own business and said: "This Ophanim looks like I carved it by myself. What do you think?"

" It’s amazing workmanship, and your skill is amazing."

No matter what impression this old man gives Victor, he is the most influential, highest-status, and strongest person of Gambis. Victor will not forget the purpose of this trip. The flattery that should be shot has to be shot, not to mention that the carver of this Ophanim statue really deserves such a compliment.

"Victor, you have found me several times, why is it?" Lazarus patted the angel, asking kindly.

"For the business of the Diocese of Centaur Hills."

Victor settled his mind and said respectfully: "Your Excellency Archbishop, the population of Centaur Hills has reached the standard of a separate parish. The Governor of York has applied for many times, but there has been no follow-up. This time Duke York entrusted me to present you an application for the establishment of the Diocese of Centaur Hills. The people of Centaur Hills need a bishop!" With that, Victor handed over a sheepskin letterhead. .

Lazarus took the letter paper but did not unfold it. He slowly said: "I came from Eastern Alliance. My grandfather was a stonemason, and my father was also a stonemason. They passed on the craftsmanship of the stonemason to me. In order to express my devotion to my lord, I spent three years carving this Ophanim statue by myself. Whenever I see this statue, I am proud of my devotion. But now, the carved angel statue has become A thing that I regret."

"This Ophanim is made of a whole piece of white glazed rock, with expensive crystals and rubies inlaid on it. According to the current prices, it shouldn't be lower than 20000 goldsoul." Lazarus pulled the silk robe on his body and said, "Look at this dress again. It is woven from the silk of a red-headed spider in the dusk forest. It is well-made and worth 600 golds. Er. Isn’t it extravagant?"

"I also think it’s extravagant. How much food can I buy with so much money? How much leather armor can I make? How many orphans can I support? When I carved the angel statue by myself, it was actually In order to save the church 20 Kinsoul’s wages.” Before Victor’s answer, Archbishop continued: “I became a red-clothed bishop. After taking charge of the teaching affairs of Gambis Kingdom, I realized that the white glazed rocks are just stones. Gems are just gems, spider silks are spider silks, and gold is gold. No matter how beautiful or valuable they are, they cannot be turned into food, leather jackets, cows and sheep, armors and weapons. I saved 20 goldsouls for the church. But it took away the mason’s wages. This wage is equivalent to the income of the mason’s family for a year."

"Before, I couldn’t understand the extravagant life of the nobility. Now, I myself have begun to wear the most expensive silk fabrics. .Because this robe supports the silk pickers, weavers, carriage husbands, shopmen, and tailors." Lazarus smiled and asked, "Child, do you know why this is?"

Victor was both surprised and strange. He didn't expect Archbishop Lazarus to have such insights and communicate with himself in the tone of teaching his younger generations. Victor can't remember the deep friendship he had with Archbishop, but at this time he can only answer in his tone.

"Luxury is not a sin, waste is a sin!"

Lazarus is surprised now. Victor's simple and terrifying sentence accurately expresses what he has only realized in several decades. reason.

This intelligence has surpassed the age limit, can he really become the second Drawin?

Thinking of this, Lazarus became more amiable: "Yes! I want everyone to eat, have warm clothes, and live in a sturdy house, but we don’t have so many fields. It can be farmed, and many people have to make a living. They make ends meet by logging, mining, hunting, building roads, and doing handicrafts. In order to have a job, they often run around and suffer from displacement..... . In the final analysis, this is because the orcs invaded our land."

Victor vaguely knew what Archbishop wanted to say, he gracefully said with a smile: "Centaur Hills can cultivate a lot of farmland."

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"Centaur Hills is almost 200,000 square kilometers in size, and we also attach great importance to the development of that piece of land." Lazarus nodded, the voice said: "How many people can the land of Centaur Hills support? 300,000? Or 400,000. Do you know how many people there is in Gambis? I tell you that the total number of refugees and registered people in Gambis is no less than 1.7 million! At most, it exceeds 2 million."

"Centaur Hills land again Can it be doubled to feed so many people?” Archbishop raised his hand to stop Victor’s defense, and continued: “I know, Master Edwin promoted deep farming in Centaur Hills, raising pigs and herding cattle, and achieved remarkable results. But in the South The land is insufficient. The crops are ripened once a year, and the wheat planting cycle is as long as 12 months. When the green and yellow are not available, the registered people rely on gathering and hunting for their livelihoods. But what about the refugees? Will the lord let them gather and hunt. ?"

Victor shook the head. Destructive gatherings can only kill everyone together. In fact, without the presence of the lord, the leaders will take drastic measures against the vagabonds who hunt and steal.

“Sasan Empire is different. The green wheat there is grown twice a year, yielding about 600 pounds per mu. Sasanian’s food not only feeds the refugees in Gambis, but other kingdoms also rely on Sasan’s green wheat. ."

Lazarus laughed at himself: "To be honest, I have levied an eleven tax in Gambis for 15 years. I have never transported a grain of grain in the pilgrimage city. Instead, I ask Church every year for assistance."

"Of course, the royal family and lords of Gambis paid a great price in order to support the surplus population." Lazarus did not forget that his butt was sitting there, but he still wanted to show Victor the church’s Difficulty: "The green wheat in the north is very important to us, but the eastern part of the Sasan Empire is insecure, facing the threat of the wild beasts. If the Sasan Empire is broken by the orcs, we will lose the largest food producing area."

"Sasan Empire never accepts refugees, and continues to launch wars to annex the three kingdoms." Victor said unceremoniously: "The orcs threaten the safety of Sasan Empire, and Centaur Hills is also at risk of being captured by the Ant-Man army. Facts have proved that Ant-Man’s warfare capabilities far exceed that of orcs."

The lords of the Three Kingdoms often accused the church of favoring Sasan Empire. However, it is not that Sasanian refuses to accommodate the refugees. The fact is that weak refugees do not have any. Way to safely cross the prairie between Dodo Kingdom and Sasan Empire. Those jackals who appear and disappear unpredictably like to taste the flesh and blood of travelers. As for the war between the two sides is not worth refuting at all, Sasanian does not launch a merger war, will he wait for the three kingdoms to reunite and grow, and then move northward to conquer the city?

Lazarus is not prepared to refute this fallacy. He is very patient with Victor: "But Ant-Man doesn't take the initiative to kill people, does it?"

"Orcs, monsters and They are different from the dull ant-man. They are savage and intelligent. They can form a powerful centaur khanate or ogre kingdom. There are also tenacious wolves and bandits. They can't be killed no matter how to kill them. The most important thing is that the orcs are almost wiped out by the crazy wizard. Regard us humans as enemies of life and death. These fierce beasts are far more dangerous than Ant-Man!"

"Victor, the church has limited manpower. The construction of the Centaur Hills parish can only be slowed down, at least for now. This way." Lazarus sighed said helplessly: "I am old, and I will return to the Holy City to report soon, and then teach the new priests in the monastery. The four bishops of Gambis are staring at my position. Do you think they Will you go to Centaur Hills to preside over educational affairs at this juncture?"

Victor was silent, no one except himself knew how terrifying the endless stream of Ant-Man was. However, Victor originally did not want the church to establish a new diocese in Centaur Hills, and the York family was extremely enthusiastic about making this happen.

The church needs to reap the faith. Of course, the resident priest hopes that the population in the jurisdiction will be the more the better. They spare no effort to assist the lord, stabilize the people’s hearts, provide medical assistance, apply for relief supplies, and lead Paladin to resist monsters when necessary. Invasion. Of course, priests will also levy eleven taxes to prevent the lord from expelling redundant refugees, but Centaur Hills is still not rich. The villagers have heavy labor and poor income. Instead, the York family is worried about the exodus. Although the church has exempted the York family from the eleven tax for three years, wouldn't it be better if the church can increase its support and send more supplies to feed more villagers?

Although each vassal family of the York family has resident priests, how can the energy of ordinary priests compare with bishop mention on equal terms? Since the church always wants to open a new diocese in Centaur Hills, it is better to apply for it, and then use the new bishop contacts to get more benefits.

The church obviously didn't intend to let the York family take too much advantage. This was what Sylvia expected, and Victor was just playing tricks.

"Your Excellency Archbishop, I understand the difficulties of the church. But Centaur Hills has to build three giant fortresses to resist Ant-Man's attack. The lack of young and strong labor is the main reason for hindering the progress of the project. We plan to start from Other territories introduce refugees to make up for the human shortage.” Victor secretly observed Lazarus’ expression and continued: “We can solve the food problem by ourselves, but Mrs. Sylvia hopes that you can come forward and persuade the garrison priests in other territories to give some convenience. ."

For the same reason, priests everywhere are unwilling to exodus from their jurisdictions. Victor and Sylvia worked out a strategy to introduce refugees, and the lords everywhere would definitely agree with them, but this also touched the interests of the resident priests. The influence of the lord on the refugees is far less than that of the priests. As long as the priests crook their mouths, they will seriously hinder the population migration plan.

The solution given by Sylvia was to ask Archbishop Lazarus to come forward to facilitate this. This is why Victor asked to see Archbishop.

Lazarus was very surprised by Victor's request. He talked about it for a long time, but it was not just for complaining. In fact, Lazarus had long anticipated that Victor had come to establish the Diocese of Centaur Hills, and he was not prepared to agree to the request of the York family. Yesterday’s news made Lazarus change his original intention. The establishment of the Centaur Hills parish is impossible. The four bishops under him will never give up the opportunity to be promoted to Archbishop. Lazarus is going to give Centaur Hills some more assistance, not for Sylvia, but to sell Victor a favor and establish a relationship with him.

Don't help, resettle the refugees independently? ! There is a favor here and there, it is clearly a owe to favor!

When Archbishop was in distress, the priestess Reese walked out. Seeing Victor's surprised look, Lazarus made a decision in his heart.

Since you owe your favor, then owe more!

Archbishop beckoned to Reese, said with a smile: "Victor, let me introduce to you, this is my wife, Pastor Reese."

More than twenty female pastors He looks very old, tall and slender, with apricot eyes and cheeks and looks holy and beautiful in a priest's uniform. When she leaned against Archbishop like an endearing little bird, Archbishop patted her hand warmly. This sharp contrast between the youthful beauty and the chunky old man reminds Victor of the simple Bishop Pierot, his eyes could not help showing a hint of disapproval.

"Madam, good day." Victor quickly reduced the emotion in his eyes and saluted the female priest.

"Your Excellency, Viscount Randal, may the glory of Lord of Radiance take care of you." Reese said happily.

The title of Mrs. Reese can’t help but she can’t help it. She clasped Archbishop’s arm tightly and didn’t see the disdain in Victor’s eyes at all, but Lazarus saw it clearly. He smiled and said: "Age When I get older, I always need someone to serve me. Fortunately, Reese is willing to follow my old fogey."

"Unfortunately, my time is limited. I only earn 300 goldsore each year. I don’t know how I will be able to pay. What is left for Reese?" Archbishop Lazarus said sadly.

Public soliciting bribes? !

Victor twitched the corner of his eyes, took out the purse from his waist, squeezed a smile and handed it up: "How can I make you worry about this little thing? This is a little bit of my heart."

Lazarus took the purse, laughed, and said affectionately: "Child, I will accept your intentions. I know about you too, don't worry! I will arrange it properly."

"Many thanks, then I will leave."

Victor smiled wryly and saluted, planning to leave, so Lazarus stopped.

"Victor, Sophia is having a bit of trouble. I can’t tell you the details, but the problem is not too big."

Victor silently nodded, bowed and turned around and left. After all, there was no Continue to ask about Sophia's news.

When Victor walked out of the central cathedral, Reese opened his wallet, which contained 10 purple gold coins. She frowned and said, "Master, isn't that great?"

Lazarus has a distinguished status, a high position, and has always been expensive for food and clothing, and has always been a gift given by aristocrats. Reese has been with Lazarus for two years. This was the first time she saw Archbishop demanding bribes from others, and it was still a trifling 1000 gold sol. The set of jewellery in the room was far more than this price, when Kagra count sent it over. , Lazarus didn't even lift his eyelids.

"You don't understand, Viscount Randal is different from ordinary Knight nobles!" Lazarus said lightly.

"What's the difference?"

Reese gently shook Lazarus's arm, angered. Lazarus glanced at her coldly. Reese felt like he was being splashed down by a basin of cold water. He suddenly remembered that the old man beside him was a red-clothed Archbishop, a Level 5 priest. There were 4 bishops and 8 warriors under him. There were more than 200 warriors. A priest, 3000 Paladin, even if the king sees him, he must be polite. Reese immediately let go of Lazarus's arm, and stepped aside trembling with fear.

Reese was so horrified that his face was pale, and his hands were twisted together nervously, shrank and trembling like a quail, looking very pitiful. Lazarus thought of his dead wife and Paladin eldest son who died in battle, and his heart softened.

Priest is also a flesh and blood person. The church never advocates asceticism. Those priests who can't understand the essence of the doctrine are basically impossible to cross the level 5 sky. Lazarus was already clearly understood when he was promoted to a higher priest: As long as he doesn't lose the high priest, he can enjoy the beauty of the costume like a nobleman. This is the authority that the first pope gave to the high priest.

Since the death of his wife, Lazarus has had several young and beautiful priests and lovers. They have been helped by him more or less, but none of them have become Mrs. Archbishop. If it were not for Victor to understand the nature of the church, Lazarus did not intend to make Reese his wife.

Now, Lazarus doesn't mind giving pointers to his little wife.

"Reese, you have to understand. Knight aristocrats have no pious beliefs. Those high lords are not willing to deal with a serious priest. The lords need us, we need the people, and the people not only need us, but also Knight. . So, let’s not put the faces of saints in front of the lord, it will only push them farther and farther."

Lazarus's gentle tone made Reese relax, she asked: "Randal Is the Viscount also the high lord?"

"He...not yet." Lazarus pondered shook the head and sighed, "But he will understand one day."

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"You value him very much?" Reese asked cautiously.

"Value?! I can only say that I value his potential." Lazarus shook his head and nodded, and said: "In case he grows up to the legendary level that day, then I think of me pretending to be in front of him, maybe It will misunderstand the church. In that way, it’s better to let him understand earlier that we are not only one with the people, but also with the nobility. Anyway, this is nothing at the worst."

Lazarus looks at Reese In the eyes, he admonished: "Reese, it may not be a good thing for you to be my wife. You have to work harder than ordinary people to promote your divine technique. There is no way to get close to my lord by drilling the camp alone!"

"By the way, write a letter to Pierot and tell him that I want to see Miller's report immediately!"