Chapter 305 Bishop's Promotion Ceremony
After saying that, Luo Xiu rubbed the storage bracelet with his fingers for a while, and pulled out a constantly pumping robot heart that was a mixture of blood and flesh.
"Heart?" Hubert looked at what Luo Xiu had taken out and raised his eyebrows, "Is this... the heart of Los, the 'Dragon Hunter'?"
" Yes." Luo Xiu nodded and said, "This is an important means to control him."
"It is based on the core of a certain [intellectual] taboo technology, which was used on the previous battlefield. In order to win my trust, the golem knight named Los gave it to me personally.”
"I will hand it over to you. During the period when I leave Red Maple City, if 'Dragon Hunter' Los has any signs of losing control, please do not hesitate to crush it. This will greatly damage the city. It has the function of armor."
After saying that, Luo Xiu handed over the beating heart in his hand. Hubert hesitated for a moment, and then took it solemnly.
"I understand, I will monitor it." Hubert nodded slightly, "Don't worry, go to Songyuan City."
"..."
Afterwards, Hubert and Luo Xiu chatted about other things, then stood up and left to prepare for the upcoming enthronement ceremony.
Luo Xiu continued to handle church affairs in the Holy Office, and issued some new orders to the apostles in the "Holy Abyss" court. This lasted until noon, until the sun hung high at the top of the sky.
……
Noon.
Church, in front of the altar.
When the church bell rang three times on time, hundreds of clergymen from all over the church had gathered here.
They temporarily put aside all their priestly work and came to participate in the ceremony where their respected "priest" Rossio Carlos was officially appointed as the "Church Bishop".
At this time, the door of the church is closed and is not open to the public for the time being. The church has also opened two layers of Great Sun Gold Barriers inside and outside to prevent any possible external interference.
"It's really embarrassing, Lord Hubert."
"Grand Inquisitor" Baines, who was invited to participate in the promotion ceremony, said to him that he had not yet come to the altar to preside over the ceremony. Hubert sighed with emotion:
“I didn’t expect that Luo Xiu Carlos would be the first person among us stationed in charge to be promoted to the fifth level of destiny and become a saint. Bit..."
"On behalf of 'Bianting', I would like to congratulate Lord Luo Xiu. In my own name, I donate 60,000 gold to the church to show our support for the church's sacred cause."
"You are too polite. , Sir Baines." Hubert nodded to Baines, "I thank you for your generosity on behalf of Luo Xiu."
On the other side, the two generals of "Fangbeiyuan". The authors - Irfan and Eureka were also invited to attend the ceremony. Irfan said:
“The Fangbeiyuan also congratulates our firm and reliable ally, Rossiu Carlos. Since the 'Bianting' has donated 60,000 gold to the church, we also represent Fangbeiyuan donated 40,000 yuan to the church to thank the church for its support of our past research.”
“I hope that the alliance between the church, Bianting and Fangbeiyuan will last long. Keep it going.”
"Of course, Your Excellency Irfan, Your Excellency Eureka." Hubert also nodded to the two knowledgeable people, "I also thank you for your generosity on behalf of Luo Xiu."
The greetings between several people did not last long. Hubert saw from a distance that the figure of the "protagonist" of this ceremony had appeared at the edge of his field of vision.
"Luo Xiu is here, your Excellencies." Hubert said with a smile on his lips, "Please take your seats, the ceremony will begin soon."
After that , Hubert gracefully made a "please" gesture to the empty seat next to the chief, then turned around and left, boarding the altar for a moment.
Luo Xiu had put on the bishop's robe and walked quickly towards the altar.
In Luo Xiu's eyes, "Holy Deacon" Hubert was dressed in gorgeous robes and a golden triple crown. Perhaps it was the blessing of the clothes that made him look particularly sacred and solemn.
In Hubert's hand, he also held a finely carved sacred scepter made of white oak and gold. The top of the scepter was inlaid with strands of golden threads symbolizing divinity, as if engraved sun.
It is an [Epic] quality magic staff, the name is [Sacred Grip], it has the skill effect of greatly enhancing the power of [Glory] holy magic, its symbolic meaning is far greater than it actual value.
The priests stood apart with piety and respect on their faces, and Luo Xiu was bathed in longing and reverent gazes, and followed Hubert onto the altar.
After Luo Xiu formally ascended the altar, the priests in the inner courtyard saluted with both hands, made the sacred gesture of an equilateral triangle on their chests, and began to chant the sacred words in their mouths. of praise.
Hubert held the sacred scepter lightly with both hands, looked at Luo Xiu calmly, and asked him in a high-pitched but gentle voice:
"Are you ready, Luo Xiu?"
"The sacred road has been extended for you, and the door of brilliance has been opened to you!"
The hymn gradually rose.
When Hubert asked this question, Luo Xiu looked pious, half-kneeling on one knee in front of Hubert, and raised his hands in front of him like a consecration.
"I have made all preparations, Lord Hubert."
Luo Xiu said: "My soul will be with the light, and my life will be a sacred bridge. I use 'Luo Xiu· I swear in the name of Carlos - I am the most devout believer, the most loyal defender, and the most humble servant of the Great Sun."
This is the "Bishop" in "Glorious Listening". Sacred words that must be recited when ascending to the throne.
While Luo Xiu was reading them, a faint golden light emitted from his body, as if the sun had put a gauze on him.
Hubert nodded, then looked up at the sky, raised the sacred scepter high, and declared piously:
"In the name of 'Holy Deacon', I make a sacred declaration to you - the great sun is rising for a moment, and you will receive the lofty gift of casting the sun's brilliance! He will be with you, will guide you, and protect you, Save you, sublime you!"
"Your soul will be favored by heaven, and your name will be engraved with the inscription of the mortal world - Luo Xiu Carlos. This is the blessing of the great sun."< br>
Then, he lowered his arms, slowly handed the scepter he was holding into Luo Xiu’s upward-facing hands, and said:
“——Luo Xiu Carlos, continue Pass the scepter in my hand that symbolizes [Glory].”
“I declare the Holy Gift in the name of Archbishop Sid Lawrence, and you will become a member of the Holy Court. Take charge of all the authority of the Red Maple City Church!”
"..."
When Hubert finished saying this, the voices of the priests singing became louder and more passionate, and the hymn had reached the climax of the ancient tune.
Hundreds of scorching golden eyes were looking forward to the moment when Luo Xiu Carlos took over the scepter and was officially promoted to "Bishop".
Luo Xiu's hands had touched the handle of the sacred scepter. He stood up slowly, picked up the scepter from Hubert's hand, and picked up the [Sacred Grip].
Feeling the heavy weight of the scepter in his hand, Luo Xiu turned around and raised it high.
A ray of golden light suddenly emitted from the scepter, accompanied by the voices of the clergy under the altar pouring in like a tide -
"Bishop!"
“Our Bishop!”
“Ah! Rossi Carlos!”
“Praise! Rossiu Carlos!”
"..."
Amidst the shouts of "Bishop" and his name, Luo Xiu raised the sacred grip high, and the technical knowledge of "Divine Prophecy" emerged in his mind. At this time, the spirituality of [Glory] has been filled to its highest point. This is the best time to communicate with the "Suncasting Moment" and ask him to give the oracle.
Buzz! Multiple buzzing sounds overlapped in one place, and the light gushing out from the scepter continued to overflow and echo in the sky.
The invisible existence descended, shrouded in divine will, turning into clear and broken pictures, ancient and low whispers, flashing in front of Luo Xiu's eyes and echoing in his ears.
He saw a town on the verge of destruction - the flames burned everything in sight unbridled, and countless deformed and twisted [Red Lotus] Body Destroyers emerged from the cracks in the ground. They killed everyone they met and killed their victims. The body is dismembered and sewn together to become its own new flesh and blood.
[Oncica Town...]
[Oncica Town...Oncica Town...Oncica Town...]
Just in Luoxiu In his ears, repeated words were whispered over and over again.
"Oncica Town" is a border town within the Nolan Empire, not far from Red Maple City.
A brand new panel appeared in front of Luo Xiu, and the content of the "Divine Prophecy" for guidance appeared on it:
[He grieves with mercy and blessing——]
[ The holy light will not shine everywhere, the mourning will fill the wilderness, and the thorns will bloom flowers of destruction]
[Go to the town of Oncica, and strangle the upcoming disaster in the cradle——]
[A conspiracy is brewing there, abnormal death is hidden underground, and the light can no longer dispel the haze——]
[Let’s go, let’s go as a “Divine Apostle”! Go to the town of Oncica to investigate the reason for the large number of "body destroyers", and save the unfortunate compatriots]
[Complete it, and a divine gift that matches the merit will be sent down in a moment]
[Countdown to disaster: 14 days]
[Complete this "Divine Prophecy" or before the countdown ends, no new "Divine Prophecy" will be allowed]
【……】
"Divine Prophecy" is essentially a mission given by God from "Zhu Ri Xu Mo". It's just that it can't see the difficulty of the task, nor can it see the final reward. He can only guide where to go and what to do, but this is enough for Luo Xiu.
He then raised his scepter and said loudly:
“—I have received the divine decree!”
“—Oncica! He guides There we go!"
"I heard His voice: 'There is a conspiracy brewing, and the monstrous death lurks underground, and the light cannot dispel the darkness'!
"It will be our holy act to rescue our compatriots who are in trouble!"
When Luo Xiu finished pronouncing the last sentence, he held up the scepter in his hand and did not put it down. He looked solemnly at the people under the altar.
The priests were jubilant, their spirits were high, and they stared at the figure of "Bishop" Rossiu Carlos in the center of the altar. Their excited voices were heard one after another:
" ——That will be our Sunnah!”
“——That will be our Sunnah!”
"——That will be our holy line!"
All the priests are repeating the last words of their leader, "Bishop" Rossiu Carlos.
Until the waves of sound gradually subsided, the "promotion ceremony" ended successfully in a solemn and exciting atmosphere.
This is an important day for the church.
A day worthy of being recorded in the history of Red Maple City.
...
Late night.
"That Luo Xiu Carlos, he has indeed been officially promoted to the bishop of the church..."
Completed the mission [New Home], officially received the invitation to join the church, and By virtue of his merits, he obtained "Thomas the Tank Engine" from the church missionary with the "Brilliant" initial skill "Brilliant Engraving". As a trainee priest, he participated in the entire process of the ordination ceremony.
He is currently performing night patrol tasks issued by the church with other players who have become "Saint Protectors".
But he was still thinking about what happened at the previous ceremony, and the last scene always appeared in front of his eyes.
He saw the sacred radiance exuding from Bishop Rossiu Carlos, raising his scepter high to "summon" the coming of the will of a certain great being - it seemed to be a "divine revelation" ? It seems to be a very high-level glorious skill...
However, what Thomas will never forget the most is not the almost free special effects of the Holy Light, but that Luo Xiu Carlos relied on the "divine" Proclamation made by "Hui's Edict":
"There will be a 'disaster' coming to the town of Onsika... I heard from other priests that it seems to be not far from Red Maple City... "
"'There is a conspiracy brewing there, and the abnormal death is lurking underground, and the light can no longer dispel the haze'! What will happen then? I really want to know..."
"I really want to go, I really want to go..."
Thomas vaguely guessed that it might be the next "big event" that the player can participate in, and he, who has already touched the extraordinary, is now in an unprecedented situation. eager to fight.
He looked at the mithril straight sword in his hand. After replacing the weapon with a new one from the "Forging Manor", he was full of confidence in his current combat power.
However, at the previous enthronement ceremony, the "bishop" made a brief announcement and then nothing more happened. After the ceremony, it returned to the normal process. It seemed that several priests had changed their priesthood, but that was not important in Thomas' eyes.
“We have to find a chance... to see if we can apply for a place to go to ‘Oncica Town’ to perform the mission...”
Thomas murmured, planning the same thing in his mind.
Because he was too focused, Thomas didn't notice.
Right in front of him, at the corner of the street.
A hidden figure in a black cloak was quietly watching them from the dark.
“It’s the ‘Adventors’…”
A vague murmur came from under the cloak.
On a skinny arm, black dragon claw marks were flashing in and out.
Then, he shook his cloak and floated in the direction of the "Adventors" like a ghost.
……
(End of this chapter)