New Gods of North America

Unlike what many people imagine,

"Being divided into two by state lines" is not a factor that restricts the development of Kansas City.

Quite the contrary.

This is the charm of Kanks City that quickly attracted many people and led to its rapid development.

——If the journey of the free people who were not living a satisfactory life at that time and immigrated from the Old World to the New World and started a new life was called "painless crossing".

So the people who set out from Kansas City on this side of Missouri every day, crossed the state border to open up land in the "West", and returned to the "civilized world" to enjoy themselves and sleep at night were actually enjoying the joy of "checking in and traveling through time" every day.

Nowadays, there are even many people who "travel in reverse" -

For example, some transactions are not legal in the "civilized world", but in Kansas, which has not yet been officially established as a state, there is no formal state law to restrict it.

Therefore, people can cross a special street in Kanx and go directly from the "civilized world" to the "lawless land".

Enjoy certain "happiness" and "convenience" that are not appropriate but not illegal.

"Anything is allowed unless prohibited by law" - this is one of the charms of the New World American Federation in this era.

So at this time, the Kanks cities on both sides,

It can be said to be "integrated into one" and also "clearly distinguished".

The part of the city that is slightly smaller, relatively run-down, and has higher taxes, but is wild and free, belongs to Kansas State;

The part that is more than three times the size, relatively dull, more restrained, but orderly and civilized belongs to Missouri.

"Wuhu——"

After leaving the steam train station, I rented a horse-drawn carriage and arrived at the "State Boundary Road" in Kansas City.

Wayne at this time,

He is doing something that many childish kids can't help but do - "jumping back and forth".

Lina folded her arms.

Sitting in the carriage with a look of disdain, watching Wayne entertaining himself, he couldn't help but urge him:

"Have you had enough fun? We still need to find a place to stay."

After being told this,

Wayne and Big Spider Peter looked at each other.

At this time, Peter was following Wayne's butt, jumping back and forth happily.

Both the man and the spider seemed to think that this woman was saying one thing and thinking another.

So they all made the "spreading hands" gesture at the same time.

But anyway,

Serious things still need to be done.

After crossing the "State Line Road" in Kansas City,

The few of them officially left the "West" and returned to the embrace of the civilized world.

For Wayne,

The first thing you need to adapt to is that from now on, you can no longer casually show your "weapons" to the outside world.

In areas of the American Federation outside the "West", although carrying a gun is not necessarily illegal, casually displaying a gun is usually considered uncivilized.

So Wayne struggled for a long time.

I was choosing between the "underarm gun bag" and the "waist gun bag" given by Taylor Jr., but I felt neither was convenient enough.

But no matter how inconvenient it is,

The revolver pouches hanging outside the belt are no longer usable.

He would feel even less safe without a gun, so Wayne made a slight compromise and finally chose the underarm gun bag.

Although it is still inconvenient, at least he looks like a good person.

…

The first stop for the group was the Cathedral of the Church of the Holy Spirit in the city of Kanks.

That's right.

You have to pay your respects to the pier first.

After all, Inissa's situation is rather special.

Paying a visit first and then moving freely in the city would be considered a borderline "business trip" or "out-of-town investigation".

And first act freely,

If you wait until you are discovered by the Holy Spirit Church and then want to pay your respects, it will probably be considered as "laying down your arms and surrendering" or "turning yourself in."

Although from a "secular" perspective, Kanks City was divided into two from the beginning,

But in the eyes of the church, the city of Kankers has always been in the same diocese.

The Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Kansas City, also known as "St. Freeman's Cathedral".

Before the American Commonwealth officially gained independence, it was a cathedral under the jurisdiction of the Holy See of the Old World.

Therefore, the history of this church is even several decades earlier than the "city" of Kanks itself.

It is said that the construction took nearly a hundred years,

Magnificent.

Standing in front of its gate and looking up, you would have to almost break your neck to see the sacred triangular emblem on the top of its front spire.

Then walk a little further in.

A sacred atmosphere that made Wayne feel oppressive came towards him. It was the hall of the cathedral with its towering dome and gorgeous decorations.

It is said that it can accommodate 1,200 believers to receive sermons at the same time.

During elections, candidates for governor have to come here specifically to canvass for votes.

At first glance, there was no one in the cathedral.

After Wayne followed Inesa in, only a nun came up to greet them. After asking about their purpose, she took Inesa to a small room nearby to verify their documents and register.

Then Wayne idly visited the exquisite murals and decorations in the hall.

A voice sounded behind him:

"Mr. Wayne? Mr. Sheriff of Blackstone?"

Wayne turned around and saw that it was the head of the exorcism department of Kankers City whom he had met before - Roose Bolton.

After Roose Bolton confirmed Wayne's appearance, he walked up to him:

"Is Mr. Wayne here to see me?"

He seemed to be confirming whether Wayne came to him to "fulfill his request".

Wayne shook his head first, "Not yet. I came here to 'register' with Miss Inessa. She seems to have some official business recently and needs to conduct an investigation in Kanks City."

Then Wayne thought again:

"By the way, if I need 'help', can I ask the church to allow Miss Inessa to go with me to Virginia to conduct an 'investigation'?"

Roose Bolton blinked.

“Lady Inissa is a professional recognized even by Reverend Tywin. Many people who have seen her abilities have thought about transferring her.

"But what are you trying to 'investigate'? Does the sheriff of a small town have the power to enforce the law beyond the boundaries?"

Tsk.

You came a little too quickly, and I haven't had time to think about the reason...

So Wayne chose to change the subject first.

While telling others that I was going to study on the East Coast, I took some time to come up with an excuse.

After hearing this, Roose Bolton patted Wayne on the shoulder:

"George and Anna College... it's a very good university. It's not something that ordinary people can easily get admitted to."

He seemed to think about it for a moment, then added:

"Perhaps you and Lady Inissa have a good relationship, but there are some things that even Priest Tywin cannot easily promise. You may need to consider it carefully before making a formal request."

Wayne felt as if he had more to say.

He asked back: "How cautious do we need to be?"

Roose Bolton stroked his short, neatly trimmed beard.

“Well, I have a small case on hand right now, and I’m short of manpower to investigate.

“This is just an investigation commission I personally authorized.

"Considering that you, Mr. Wayne, and Ms. Inissa seemed to have cooperated well in the investigation, if the results of the investigation are satisfactory, it may make your 'request' more acceptable to the church."

provoke……

Conscripting men, right?