Episode 58 Baptism Ceremony (1)
As soon as the day dawned, class started again.
There was no such thing as a class because he corrected me just by behaving normally.
Because it’s the day before the baptism, I can’t go out. That’s why all corrections were done at Ray’s mansion.
‘amazing. There’s not much to point out already.’
Iriel looked at Ray with a small admiration.
Even the smallest details, such as eye contact and breathing during conversation, were corrected in just one day.
However, there was a problem with his appearance to praise honestly.
It was because I didn’t have the taste to praise him for doing it as if it were natural.
“huh? Aren’t you getting pointed out a lot now?”
“…I see.”
It’s embarrassing, but it was true.
The servants poured tea beside him and her.
Eucliwood, who was standing next to him, spoke quietly.
“It is a tea made by grinding the petals of the cellon.”
“thank you.”
“thank you.”
Ray took a sip of the tea.
It has a slightly bitter taste, but it is very smooth on the throat.
In addition, the skill of riding a car is considerable.
This is because even the temperature is set appropriately so that the drinker does not burn his or her mouth.
Moreover, cellon is a fairly expensive tea leaf. Few people know about this tea leaf, which can also act as a mild antipyretic.
Ray also knew this from reading the book he found in Aira’s library.
Naturally, admiration escaped his lips.
“It rode really well. This is my first time drinking such good tea.”
Eucliwood just lowered his head with an expressionless face.
“thank you.”
Iriel, who was looking at it, rushed like a hyena that found its prey.
“You must not show the inside of your hand when you drink your saint’s tea.”
“…okay.”
“Whoop whoop.”
When there is nothing to point out, whenever there is something to point out like now, it quickly bites it.
The dignity of a saintess could not be found in her appearance.
However, the frequency with which she pointed out was extremely low. It was the moment when everything was fully prepared for the christening ceremony.
* * *
“Finally tomorrow.”
Eucliwood muttered quietly, looking at Ray’s room from the balcony on the other side.
She mumbled with only her mouth moving without expression, like a doll carefully crafted by a craftsman.
“How long I’ve been waiting for this day… You don’t know.”
She clutched at the balcony.
* * *
It seemed that all the people in the holy kingdom were flocking to Selonia.
Even Selonia, which can accommodate a considerable number of people, created an appearance that seemed to explode when this amount of people gathered.
“Finally, the baptism.”
“To be able to see the baptism ceremony twice in my life… It’s an honor for the family. ha ha ha!”
Throughout history, it is unprecedented for a saint and a saint to appear at the same time.
It was only natural that many expected it.
However, unlike them, other countries did not view it favorably.
The appearance of a saint and a saint makes the power of the Holy Kingdom strong.
If a saint of the same level as the current saintess was born, even the Lessian Empire might be threatened.
I didn’t know what kind of measures I would use to keep this in check, but if things went on like this, the revival of the Holy Kingdom would only be a matter of time.
Celia Kingdom was more among them.
Since the Holy Kingdom took away the saint born in their Kingdom, they must have felt quite sick to their stomach.
However, no matter what they were plotting, the Kingdom of Celia was not showing any movement.
Seongguk was also paying close attention to that.
Although they are preparing for the christening ceremony, they put more effort into reading the movements of the outside world.
As preparations for the baptism were in full swing, Ray changed his clothes.
His white clothes, adorned with splendid golden thread, matched his pure white hair very well.
The blue eyes made it stand out even more, and the white skin without blemishes seemed to be perfectly integrated with the clothes.
Even Eucliwood, who hadn’t shown any expression until now, was startled when he saw Ray, so he said it all.
she said, lowering her head.
“…they say the preparations for the ceremony are complete. I will guide you to the baptismal hall right away.”
“Right now?”
He had only changed his clothes. But I’m going to have a christening right away. Isn’t it necessary to prepare the mind!
But Eucliwood was adamant.
“You must leave now. Inrye can only be held on the day of the full moon.”
“…”
The unknown came out of her mouth. What I just said was something that Iriel had never told me before.
Why did he hear that from his servant?
Eucliwood opened his mouth before the anger at Iriel broke through his skin.
“I dare say there is no need to hurry, but I think we’d better start now. The Pope and other nobles are waiting for you in the baptismal hall.”
“Whoa… can you guide me?”
“I will see you.”
Iriel. One day I will have to put my head down.
* * *
Ray’s appearance toward the baptismal hall was focusing all eyes on him.
His white hair, which is said to be rare even on the continent, and the ridge of his nose protruding like a picture were enough to capture the hearts of many.
Eucliwood did not follow Ray when he entered the baptismal hall, but stood in front of him for a while.
Then, when Ray felt he had fallen far enough that he couldn’t hear him, he opened his mouth.
“For a servant to dare to stare at an adult in the face… I think he needs some retraining.”
Contrary to those sharp words, looking at the expressionless faces, the faces of those who were looking at Ray became contemplative.
“I’m sorry.”
“I was rude!”
They bowed down and apologized.
It was so polite that it could not be seen as an apology from servants to the same servant. At first glance, it seemed to show even fear.
Seeing this, Eucliwood silently opened the door of the baptismal hall where Ray entered.
“…When the Holy Son enters the gwonrye, we will re-educate him. Please gather without missing a single person.”
“…”
“….”
She disappeared into the baptismal hall with the words.
Ray looked around and saw Eucliwood approaching fast from a distance.
“Where have you been?”
To him she bowed her head.
“I came to tell the other servants what I had to say. Please forgive the rudeness.”
“…no. What kind of rudeness with that much…”
I said and walked down the hallway overlooking the entire village, and soon the baptismal hall came out.
What is surprising is that the baptismal hall was a beautiful garden of enormous size.
The chairs placed in the garden all seemed to be carved by craftsmen from luxurious wood, and those who looked noble had their servants standing next to them.
Judging by the fact that Eucliwood entered the baptismal hall without hesitation, it seemed that she too could enter.
I thought that no one would immediately notice if only one person entered the large garden, but that was a complacency.
Because everyone’s eyes were on him, just like before.
Moreover, the clothes he wore were those of a saint, so even aristocrats who saw the saint for the first time could recognize him right away.
A rugged figure with dark brown hair stood out from Ray and greeted him.
“It is an honor to see you, Mr. My name is Priest Pronell, the commander of the 5th Treatment Battalion.”
Pronell bowed his head.
‘I told you not to lower your head.’
Recalling Iriel’s words, he raised his hand instead of lowering his head.
“Nice to meet you, Priest Pronell. My name is Ray, who will become a new saint.”
“ha ha ha. It is very reassuring to have two saints in the holy kingdom.”
Ray laughed at his boisterous laugh.
For some reason, he was similar to the uncle next door.
What’s more, he’s a priest with a face that doesn’t look strange even if he’s a bandit. something unique
As he greeted him, people gathered around Ray from here and there.
“Meet the saint. I…”
“It is an honor for the family to see John. As for me…”
It was hard to be among them, who were eager to introduce themselves.
It feels like things in modern times come to mind.
Relief forces came around him, who created a situation that instantly exploded.
“I know everyone is happy to see you, but please treat me with a little respect. It is not a yes to the saint who holds the baptism ceremony.”
At those words, a series of people turned to where the voice came from.
There, like Ray, Iriel was standing in a white dress decorated with golden thread.
The only difference was that fear was mixed in their eyes as they greeted Iriel.
They bowed their heads and saluted.
“…Priest Eirn sees the saintess.”
“Cleian, the head of the Demetrius family, is meeting the saintess.”
Seeing how they quickly greeted each other and hurriedly left, it seems that they are not on good terms with Iriel.
Eventually, the number of those still holding their positions was only about half of the first.
Among them, the Pronel fuse was also included.
Iriel said to Ray.
“It is finally today. For a saint to truly become a saint…”
“Sure. I haven’t felt it for a while, but I think I can feel it only today. ha ha ha.”
Laughing shyly, she also closed her eyes and smiled.
“Maybe it’s because the process of coming here isn’t smooth, so I feel new. Now, finally, the christening ceremony…”
The surrounding nobles who watched them smiled happily and said.
“The two adults seem to be on good terms. There is no room for us to intervene anymore.”
“I’m trying to be a little sad. ha ha ha.”
At their words, Iriel smiled happily.
“Ho-ho-ho. I’m just maintaining my friendship with the Holy Son. Not yet.”
There must have been quite a few people who felt something in the last words. Ray also felt chills rising at Iriel’s last words.
At that time, Eucliwood, who was standing next to him, quietly lowered his head and said.
“Excuse me during the talk. Holy Son, the time is slowly running out. Go outside.”
It’s already outside, but where do you mean to go outside again?
He set aside his doubts and greeted them politely.
“…Then I will excuse myself.”
“yes. I’ll see you at the funeral.”
“I’ll see you at the funeral.”
After they finished greeting, Iriel waved his hand.
“Good job.”
A smile came out at her own cheering.
“okay. I will do my best.”
A smile bloomed on his face as he answered.
Seeing that, Eucliwood gave strength to the gathered hands.
The remaining nobles said as they watched the two of them leave the garden and head up the big hill.
“…why did the daughter of the Belacroix family claim to be a servant…”
“Since it is one of the families that worship the saint, it seems that they have their will…
” El looked at Eucliwood’s back.