Arcane Age

In early March, Vienna began to gradually become warm and humid. The coldest winter in decades had passed. Under the care of Emperor Alfred IX, not a single resident of the entire city froze to death throughout the winter. This is really amazing. A piece of good governance worthy of everyone's praise.

Major General Catalina, who had just completed escorting the business trip, was recalled by the Imperial Military Headquarters. The two lieutenant generals consulted her in detail about the events surrounding the Arcane Light incident and recorded them one by one.

Especially the news about Arcanist Xi Wei was asked many times, which made Catalina very impatient, but the other party's attitude was very good, so she could only give a response, and even included whether there was any personal relationship between the two. A private topic like love.

Catalina, who was finally freed after spending two magics at the military headquarters, had just stretched herself on Esto Street when a palace attendant who had been waiting for a long time came up to her: "General Estamba , Your Majesty invites you."

Entering St. George's Palace, Catalina was no longer unfamiliar with this place. She bypassed the palace palaces with ease and came to the banquet hall.

As soon as she reached the door of the banquet hall, Caterina's steps stopped because she completely misjudged the nature of the banquet. Let's see what big names were in the banquet hall: Imperial Prime Minister Petrovi, Imperial Marshal Kafka, The Imperial Finance Minister Lil Luger, as well as several patriarchs from the most noble families, Duke Andrassi, Marquis of Bossar and other most prominent and powerful people in the empire.

Catalina did not find her father, the Marquis of Estamba, in the crowd, and she had a clear understanding in her heart. Compared to her idle father, she, who was already an imperial major general and a legendary strongman, seemed to be more favored by His Majesty the Emperor. trust.

"My lords, we are all gathered here today to announce a major event, an important matter related to the fate and future of the empire!" Alfred IX was wearing a very solemn formal suit, and there was a faint trace of emotion on his body. A sense of sacredness.

Everyone held their heads high. As the dark craze came, even the big shots from the strongest human empire on the Oriente continent were under great pressure. However, the emperor of the empire has always been confident and unhurried, so he must have a strong trump card, and now, it seems that it is time to reveal this trump card.

Looking at the expressions of the important officials of the empire and the heads of wealthy families, Alfred IX nodded with satisfaction: "My lords, please follow me."

After walking through the long palace passage, we arrived at the oldest and most secret core location of St. George's Palace. This place has never been open to outsiders, not even the queen. Only the emperors of the Holy Norman Empire can enter here.

The secret room is not dark at all, but instead has a yellow and warm feeling. What emits light is a statue of George Alfred I, the founding emperor of the Holy Norman Empire.

Under everyone's gaze, the statue shone with misty light, and an earth-yellow shadow emerged, which was the image of the former founding emperor.

"Meet the great ancestor, the founder of the empire!" Alfred IX was the first to kneel on the ground.

All the important officials of the empire fell to their knees following the emperor in a daze. How could this be possible? Is Emperor George still alive?

"Nice to meet you, ministers of the empire, I am George, the earliest master of this empire. I have already left this world, and my soul has returned to the Endless River Styx. It took me three hundred years to return from the deepest part of the Endless River Styx. It is gratifying to see that the empire is thriving and prosperous. I will guard this country in secret until the biggest crisis comes." George's shadow said in a rich voice.

Alfred IX stood up: "Before his death, our ancestor was already a peak powerhouse in the Holy Realm. After he returned from the Endless River of Styx, he entered the realm of demigods!"

All the important officials of the empire were in an uproar. It turned out that the founding emperor of the empire, the great Emperor Alfred, was already a powerful demigod!

Only then did Catalina notice that all the important officials of the empire who appeared here had never given their faith to the Lord of Glory.

"After the departure of the Lord of Glory, the race to become a god has begun. Nicholas, the Lord of Secret Blood, and Infiniti, the Lord of the Setting Sun, have taken the lead in setting up churches and starting to spread their faith. Other demigods are also ready to take action. If this situation is allowed to develop, Once someone succeeds in becoming a god, the whole world will once again come under the will of God. Our Holy Norman Empire has always been at odds with the Lord of Glory, and is the biggest enemy in the eyes of the Dark Parliament. No matter who succeeds in becoming a god , the empire’s destruction is just around the corner!” Alfred IX made an impassioned speech: “So, our ancestor decided to stand up, and he will protect the entire empire forever, and what we have to do is to entrust our faith to him, Help the ancestors ignite the divine fire and become gods successfully! After the ancestors become gods, not only will you be able to be glorious for a while, but you will also have unlimited possibilities!"

Having said that, Alfred IX knelt down in front of the icon again: "I devoutly entrust my faith to the great guardian lord. From now on, the fate of the empire will be tied to the great lord. If the empire is strong, the Lord will be glorious, and if the empire is weak, the Lord will be glorious." The Lord is disgraced!"

Imperial Marshal Kafka fell to his knees with a plop and prayed loudly: "I devoutly entrust my faith to the great guardian Lord. May the Lord achieve immortality as soon as possible, and may the empire be immortal forever!"

A group of loyal ministers of the empire followed closely behind, praying in unison: "I devoutly entrust my faith to the great guardian Lord. May the Lord achieve immortality soon, and may the empire be immortal forever!"

George looked pitiful: "From today on, I will protect the empire's thousands of miles of territory and hundreds of millions of people, from darkness and violence, forever!"

The next day, an extremely grand religious gathering was staged in the central square of Vienna in the Holy Norman Empire. George, the founding emperor of the empire and now the patron lord, made a grand appearance, and half a million people of the empire jointly surrendered their faith to him. The momentum was huge. The color of heaven and earth changed.

"Lord of the Guardian, haha, I didn't expect that the Holy Norman Empire would have such confidence. Emperor George the Great, a great historical figure who is almost comparable to Alexander the Great, actually returned from the Endless River Styx and joined the competition to become a god! "In the Palace of Versailles, Charles VIII said angrily: "I don't have any ancestors in the Golden Lion family who can come back again. Alfred IX is really good-tempered. Who will be the emperor from now on?"

You must know that in the world of Orrente, the title of emperor is not an easy one to be crowned.

Except for the short-lived Alexander the Great who almost ruled the entire Orient continent, mankind only has one empire, the Holy Norman Empire, and the Alfred family has a crown.

Even if it is as powerful as the Kingdom of France, it can only be called His Majesty the King. For the Alfred family, Auron would be lying if he said he did not envy them.

The dark craze has not stopped at all. According to frontline reconnaissance information, the dark sky over the Rhine Federation has expanded to the point where it is almost approaching the French border. Once the dark sky hits, it is likely to be accompanied by a full-line attack by the undead.

Now looking at the entire Orient continent, every major power has a demigod sitting in charge, so it's time to make a decision.

Auron closed his eyes tightly and said in a deep voice: "Send an order to summon the radiant Saint Yurishia. No, I will go in person!"

"What a rare visitor, Your Majesty. I didn't expect you to come to Notre Dame in person." Pope Onsis stepped forward to greet him with a smile.

"I have come today to discuss something important with the Lord of the Dawn and the Pope!" Auron came on a light chariot this time, wearing a capable military uniform and showing extraordinary military prowess.

In the underground meeting room of the Dawn Sanctuary, Auron was received by all the high-ranking figures in the Church of the Dawn: Yulithia, the Lord of the Dawn, Pope Unsis, Archbishop Gordia, and Silver Messenger Modlane. A young female knight who is too young and has long burgundy hair.

Except for this female knight, everyone else had already been investigated by intelligence. But looking at this woman who was younger than his daughter, Auron was slightly shocked: "Who is this?"

"Charlotte, the Ashbringer, a practitioner of the Holy Light." Charlotte bowed slightly: "Your Majesty."

The fact that Charlotte did not surrender her faith to the Lord of the Dawn was a secret between them, and even Pope Onsis did not know about it. Therefore, during the time she came to Paali, Charlotte got the entire Church of the Dawn. Consistent welcome and support from top to bottom.

After all, this is a new legend, and he is exploring and practicing the way of Holy Light. Once successful, all the experience will provide help to those who come after him, helping the Church of Dawn to get rid of its shackles and develop rapidly.

Except for the Lord of Dawn, the entire church's top leadership is made up of a group of middle-aged and elderly men, which looks too monotonous. Charlotte's appearance has effectively enhanced her appearance, and is the biggest reason why many young Dawn believers support her.

Auron nodded and said straight to the point: "Your Excellency, Lord of the Dawn, must have received the message from the Lord of Guardians, right?"

Yurishia nodded: "Yes, the deepest reason for the failure of the Glory Holy See in the Thirty Years' War has finally been found."

During the Thirty Years' War, Pope Benton XIV convened almost all the major powers on the continent to launch a holy war against the Holy Norman Empire. Unfortunately, it failed miserably. As a result, the Kingdom of Etanli fell apart. Until now, important city-states including Venice have remained Free outside.

There were many key battles in which the Holy See army clearly had the upper hand, but was defeated inexplicably. Now that I think about it, there are too many things that a demigod can do.

"In peacetime, this news would not be a cause for concern, but now, France is on the edge of the cliff." Auron looked directly into Yurishia's eyes: "I know you have great ambitions and are never willing to surrender to the setting sun. Lord Infiniti, aspires to achieve immortality and be among the stars. If I make France your diocese, will you be able to protect the Kingdom of France like the Lord George, the guardian, forever?"

Yurishia took a deep breath. The Kingdom of France was her base. Now under internal and external troubles, His Majesty Auron finally chose to take this most critical step. She responded cautiously: "If the French people are willing to entrust their faith to me and bathe in the morning light, I will protect France and fight against darkness and evil forever!"

"Very good, the oath is fulfilled!" Auron neatly knelt down on one knee, and Yurishia stretched out her right hand in front of him.

Auron took this hand and said solemnly: "I will hand over my faith to the Lord of the Dawn. From now on, the destiny of France and the Church of the Dawn will be merged together forever!"

Looking at this scene, Charlotte gently covered her mouth. Only now did she realize what an incredible miracle it was that she did not surrender her faith!

Although Auron's faith in Yurishia is superficial at best, this is the key to the fulfillment of the oath, and it is also the most important reason why His Majesty Auron has been reluctant to take this step.

"Your Majesty must also know the division of the sphere of influence when the Dark Parliament was established." Yurishia moved the topic to the next stage: "France is in the most serious crisis because the entire kingdom is divided into two, and the north is The sphere of influence of the undead souls, and the south is the sphere of influence of the abyssal demons, which means that the two most powerful forces of the Dark Parliament will launch an attack on France, and it will not be too far away."

What Yurishia did not say was that the Holy Norman Empire, which was not included in the sphere of influence, was likely to be besieged by all members of the Dark Council. The position of the patron saint, George, the Lord of Guardians, was really Not easy to sit on.

Aulon nodded: "Queen Barbara contacted the Principality of Belgium on my behalf, and it will join the French camp to jointly defend against the undead offensive. Admiral Maginot is building the strongest three-dimensional and deep defense line on the border. , more than 200,000 Kingdom soldiers will guard this line of defense and strive to keep the enemy outside the country. The Abyss Demon has not made any move yet, and I am waiting for it and do not dare to slack off at all. "

"The Knights of the Dawn will appear on the front line against the undead and the demons of the abyss. In the key and important battles, all the top leaders of the Dawn Church, including me, will fight!" Yurishia, the Lord of the Dawn, was determined. He said that if you want to spread faith throughout the Kingdom of France, you must pay a sufficient price.

"Very good, I will urge the Prime Minister to establish a Church of the Lord of the Dawn in all cities in the Kingdom of France within three months." Auron continued.

"Archbishop Gordia will be responsible for this matter at Morningside Church. We will select qualified officiating pastors as soon as possible to assume the responsibilities of each church." Yurishia responded.

"Lord of the Dawn, how about a big gathering of 400,000 people held in Paali Park in three days?" Since Infiniti, the Lord of the Setting Sun, has set a good example, these demigods who want to openly spread their faith need to leave. In this step, Yurishia is no exception.

"I'm grateful. I will prepare as soon as possible!" Yurishia said excitedly. With the full cooperation and support of the King of France, the Church of Dawn will finally usher in an era of rapid development!