The Last Crusade (4)
“Uuuuuu!”
Shirone looked down at Rukia, who was writhing in pain, with a sad expression.
The emotional illness that started in Tormia arrived at the Holy See via the wind, ‘which means it almost went around the planet once
.’
No one can avoid it.
‘
Emotional illness can be controlled to some extent with the guidelines issued by the World Health Organization. But Rukia…
there is nothing more to give up.
‘No, you can’t give up. All instructions to be carried out in God’s name.’
Glenn was out of his mind.
“Hang in there Rukia! I’ll fix it! “I will definitely take you to the Pyramid of Truth…!”
“cadet! Ahhh!”
Sirone asked with a cold expression.
“What happened?”
The machine dragon Argan answered in a low voice.
“There is a rumor that one of the pilgrims who broke through the controls and accessed the Pyramid of Truth was completely cured of his emotional illness.”
“I didn’t hear it?”
If it were true, Seriel would have come forward.
“It appears that Paras controlled the information. But recently more pilgrims have been coming. “It’s only a matter of time before information spreads beyond our borders.”
“…So the king permitted entry.”
The decision was made to reveal the truth about the pyramid before an uncontrollable situation arises.
Ares said.
“I’m sorry for not revealing this in advance. The first thing that made me want to explore the pyramids was pure curiosity. Then, emotional illness broke out and Glenn and Rukia joined. Rukia is in a bit of a special situation. “I can’t hold on any longer.” “There are several prescriptions for emotional illness. First of all, the guidelines of the World Health Organization. And when I heard about it, it was said that a plant called Giyorgi could relieve symptoms.”
Sirone’s eyes became harsh.
“But he is a demon. This is a method that can never be tolerated in Lamy religion. Then I heard a rumor about Yahweh. I don’t know if it’s true, but you again
…
Ares noticed for a moment.
“You say you have the ability to suppress emotional illness?”
“yes.”
Glenn turned his head and shouted.
“Mr. Ares! Don’t talk nonsense! “A Lamish priest receives help from Yahweh!”
“iced coffee! Ahhh!”
As Rukia screamed uncontrollably, Glenn’s face turned pale.
“Rukia! Rukia!”
Shirone said while looking at that.
“But I also can’t cure it completely. “If you don’t get baptized by me regularly, it will happen again.”
“…Right.”
Ares searched his inner pocket.
“This is the final solution we looked into. Only on the southern continent did he take out liquid and a syringe.
“Angel’s Tears Angel.”
He suggested four ways to deal with emotional illness.
“I kept it just in case. “Even if we can hold on, Rukia won’t give up on anything.”
Rukia must have heard Ares’ words despite the pain, and shook her head with difficulty,
“No, Glenn. If a priest relies on something like that… he will endure… ahhh!”
Everyone who suffered from emotional illness knew that it was not a pain that could be endured.
Glenn cried.
“Rukia, just this once. Let’s take this medicine. Then, I will be in the Pyramid of Truth…
Rukia smiled faintly.
“Glen I will definitely return to the Vatican. “The Pope… will recognize me.”
Papal States.
Up north from the Mediterranean Sea is the Vatican of Lamitarianism, the world’s largest religion.
Sirone and Irukinade, who stopped their pilgrimage in the central continent, arrived at the Pope early in the morning.
Nade looked at his surroundings.
“Is it okay? “If the Vatican knew that you were Yahweh, they wouldn’t leave you alone.”
“I can’t help it. Because the temple will be opening soon. “I can’t meet the Pope now.”
Yahweh, who made a pilgrimage to the central continent and fought demons, was now a worldwide celebrity.
Lamigyo could not sit idly by and moved its headquarters to constantly sabotage.
“The Holy See.”
A tall spire that made one feel awe just by looking at it caught the eyes of the three people.
“Extra! “Extra-extra!”
Priests with shaved heads were carrying bundles of newspapers and distributing them to the people.
“What’s going on?”
The official newspaper of the Vatican reports on special events that occurred in dioceses around the world, but it was now an outside topic. Iruki approached on behalf of Shirone.
“Please give me one.”
The priest, who was quick, handed me the newspaper and passed by without even looking at my face.
“Hmm.”
I looked at the headlines.
-Imminent Crusade. World leaders bet the future of humanity on God’s command.
“This is what happens in the end.”
A position to decide on the leadership of humanity.
As the world situation is serious, the prevailing public opinion is that this will be the last crusade.
“Twelve countries will participate in this crusade.”
Qualification requirements are determined by combining annual gross domestic product, population, and national defense scale.
“Until now, the Three Emperors have moved the military for the war as permanent member countries, but this time, 12 countries will compete as non-permanent member countries. Pope Constantine will attend there as an observer. “Once the leadership bureau is decided, it is a system that is recognized by Lamigyo.”
Iruki said.
“The leading country will be determined by the logic of power, but if religion is used, the results can be quickly absorbed into the world. Not only is the Lamish religion approved by the Holy Temple, but the Pope’s statements are also protected by world law. “It’s definitely an excellent choice.”
It was so powerful that even people who do not believe in God think of the God of Lamique when they hear the word God.
Nade said.
“There is nothing to lose on the part of Lamigyo. “This is a golden opportunity to once again seize hegemony in the religious world in the end-of-century situation where new religions are gaining power.”
Sirone nodded.
“I agree with the idea that the world should join forces. Of course, it’s easier said than done…
Nade turned the pages of the newspaper.
“Any article is talking about emotional illness. Anyway, that’s a lot of information. “You can learn about issues around the world just by looking at the newspapers published by the Vatican.”
At that time, an article caught Sirone’s eye.
“wait for a sec. Here…
-Where is Priest Rukia?
It was an article that started with that preface, and Sirone read it without missing a single word.
Iruki muttered.
“Hmm, interesting. “A priest of the Vatican who was once called the essence of God was excommunicated.”
Lucia, who rose to the level of a priest from her birth faith, made a name for herself as the best priest in the Vatican.
Nade added.
“You must have incredibly outstanding abilities. “Because all the villains whose names you know have bowed down.”
Sirone continued reading.
‘She was cursed by the devil. While injuring High Priest Maximus, the third-in-command of the Pope…
At the end of the article, there was a story about Glenn, an intelligent priest, falling for Lucia’s temptation.
Iruki said.
“Escape with me. Since this article was written from the Vatican’s perspective, it cannot be 100% trusted. It could be an escape from love. Because high-ranking priests and paladins have a doctrine of golden marriage.”
Nade said.
“But these are not high priests. Well, that will happen someday. But Sirone, why this article?”
“These are people I know.”
“Simultaneous events?”
“huh. I’m in the Kingdom of Paras now. When asked why he was so obsessed with the Pyramid of Jinri…
Sirone’s mind became confused.
Holy See.
Constantine was looking down on the Papal States from the highest point of the spire.
There was a knock on the door, and the priest in charge of media from the Diocesan Administration entered the room.
“The Pope’s extradition has been distributed. Soon the whole world will know.”
“Okay, good job.”
When the Pope, who was illuminated by a halo, smiled kindly, it seemed as if his body was glowing.
‘The world’s most powerful priest.’
It was strange for a priest to be called the strongest, but it was different now that the demons were active.
‘He is the one who can deal with all the demons alone. This one will lead us to the path of God.’
said Constantine.
“I read the extra. “It was well made.”
“That’s too much praise. “I am deeply moved by the Pope’s great judgment in announcing that he will follow the guidelines of the World Health Organization.”
“Rukia…
The priest shrugged his shoulders.
“It’s a little different from the direction I wanted. Of course, I am not disparaging the priest’s skills.”
“I’m sorry. However, if you favor Lucia, the authority of the Holy See will be undermined. Anyway, that kid…
“Favoritism?”
The priest, realizing his mistake, bowed his head.
“sorry!”
“It’s okay. Everyone makes mistakes. Just because we follow God doesn’t mean we are God. Many people forget this fact and live their lives. Even the high priest Maximus.”
“Pope…
no matter how much Constantine was, it was dangerous to insult the high priest who ranked 13th in the Vatican.
“haha! What is it like? I’m not scolding you. Maximus, Rukia, and even me. Actually, if you go deeper, it’s not anyone’s fault. “Life is complicated.”
“That’s why there are doctrines. Upholding God’s will. “Rukia violated the doctrine and deserved excommunication.”
“It’s also pitiful.”
Constantine asked, his eyes shining.
“Why do you believe in God?”
“??????yes?”
I thought it was too blasphemous a question to have come from the mouth of the Pope.
“If you want to create a good world, just live a good life. Even though God created us, shouldn’t we just be thankful and live our lives? “Then why do we believe in God?”
The priest’s expression finally became serious.
“For me, well…
“This is not the end.”
said Constantine.
“We believe in God because we want there to be no end. Realizing the emptiness of the moment and seeking eternity. “That is the responsibility given to religious people.”
The priest was a little intimidated.
“Humans easily forget death, but we shouldn’t. “A priest is a person who is responsible for death, not life.”
Being confident that there is no end.
“Can you take responsibility for another person’s death? “Can I really be responsible for the death of humanity?”
Those who take responsibility will be used by God.
“I miss Rukia. “Glendo.”
The priest muttered for a moment, then lowered his head and spoke as if he had no choice.
“I will publish an article in the next issue.”
Nagnag Oasis.
Rukia’s screams were so terrifying that there was no one left in the restaurant.
Only Sirone and Ares were anxiously awaiting her decision.
“no. The pain won’t stop. “Rukia won’t give up on anything.”
To prove one’s faith.
“Angel.”
Before Ares could do anything, Glenn snatched the syringe and injected the drug.
“Glen I…
“I’m sorry, Rukia.”
Glenn, who could no longer watch, held the needle to Rukia’s thin forearm.
“no! no!”
The woman, who was strongly refusing despite the pain, suddenly opened her eyes wide and exhaled.
“Huh oh oh!”
A brilliant light enveloped her, and the protruding blood vessels on her face began to subside.
“Si Sirone.”
Ares stepped back and Glenn, who looked back at Sirone, opened his mouth in surprise.
“Hey Yahweh.”
The Miracle Stream was blooming.
