ALL NOVEL chapter 98
Chapter 11 Departure
Qin Ji finally understood.
Goodness, these two are at odds.
Daxia has a suppressive attitude towards the Holy Lord’s religion because, for a country like Daxia, no sect should override secular power.
There have been similar religious things in the country, but they were mostly marginalized in political struggles and did not have the ability to threaten secular power.
Therefore, when the highest holder of secular power faces the highest holder of religious power, it is normal for their words to be filled with gunpowder.
The Holy Lord’s religion has always hoped to open the market in Daxia, but Daxia almost completely rejects their set from top to bottom, so the Pope’s attitude towards Xia Yuxiao is obviously somewhat dissatisfied.
Although he looks quite kind on the surface, if the Pope could achieve the qualities in the so-called “Holy Lord’s Words” (whether the words in this book are really said by the Holy Lord is uncertain), the Holy Lord’s religion would not be more secular than secular power.
In this world, the Pope’s wealth is almost indescribable in words. The entire Holy Church country is his, the religious buildings everywhere are his, and all interests related to religion are his and the church’s.
Even so, the so-called donations are still collected everywhere, under the pretext of maintaining the operation of the church.
However, the church does not seem to be very inclusive, but the church’s holy knights are increasing, their equipment is becoming more luxurious, and they even have the title of “representative” of the Holy Envoy.
Qin Ji despised such a church, but he also knew that this was on their territory, and Xia Yuxiao did not need to bring unnecessary trouble to herself, so he gently kicked her secretly, signaling her not to talk too much.
Unexpectedly, she not only did not listen but also counterattacked him.
Surprisingly, although the two had verbal confrontations, the other party did not become angry out of shame. Instead, they gracefully arranged for the two to tour the Holy Church country, and they returned with a full load.
“Your Majesty, why did you confront that old man?”
Just after leaving the Holy Church country and returning to her carriage, Qin Ji couldn’t help but ask.
“This is not confrontation, this is showing attitude.”
Xia Yuxiao sneered and casually threw the gold-plated “Holy Lord’s Words” given to her by the Pope aside. From this action, Qin Ji could predict the future fate of this book—it would probably be placed in the most inconspicuous corner of the royal library to gather dust.
“Please enlighten me, Your Majesty.” One of Qin Ji’s main characteristics is his eagerness to learn. After all, no one is born a genius.
Xia Yuxiao took a deep look at him and then sighed, “Qin Ji, when dealing with religious leaders, don’t expect to communicate with them using the concepts of ordinary people.”
“The best way to deal with them is not so-called rationality and objectivity, but ‘fighting poison with poison’. The emperors of Da Xia, in order to ease the conflicts with various sects, have also supported them, preserving their thoughts and rights completely. The problem that arises is that the sects become more and more rampant, even attempting to manipulate the court.”
“Thus, Da Xia underwent a reshuffle, severely suppressing all sects while striving to improve the living conditions of the people to prevent them from joining the sects out of desperation. Eventually, the sects were forced to change their doctrines and stop causing trouble. The same applies to the Holy Church.”
“If I don’t make Da Xia’s attitude clear to him, they will only think that I tacitly approve of their preaching. If you don’t reject them firmly enough, they will push their limits—this is how these people think.”
At this point, she crossed her arms and smiled slightly:
“So you see, Qin Ji, religious matters are different from political and military matters. In politics, both sides can play Tai Chi with each other and even tolerate differences for the sake of interests. But not in religion, in this matter, there is no room for any slack.”
Hiss…
Has this girl never been to the Holy Church country?
Qin Ji couldn’t help but doubt, but considering that Xia Yuxiao was chosen by the late emperor as the successor, she probably learned some of the late emperor’s teachings…
“However, this Pope really has a big vision. I thought he would at least give us some underhanded tricks.”
“The invitation has already been sent,” Xia Yuxiao’s smile carried a hint of insidiousness, “Today’s visit should be quite a ‘surprise’ for this old man. The Holy Church sent me an invitation before, they should know that I wouldn’t accept it. But today, I came.”
“For them, they probably never expected me to come. If they dare to make a move, things will definitely escalate. At that time, if I escape and reveal the truth, what kind of image do you think the Holy Church will have in people’s minds?”
After she finished speaking, Qin Ji thought for a moment.
If they make a move, with Qin Ji’s strength and the strength of the Dragon Guards secretly protecting Xia Yuxiao in the Holy Church country, they might not be able to defeat the group of Holy Knights around the Pope, but at least they could cause a great disturbance.
If Xia Yuxiao luckily escapes the deadly hands of the Holy Church and spreads the news, what would happen?
The Holy Church sent an invitation to an emperor who distrusts the church, the emperor accepted the invitation to celebrate the Pope’s birthday and had a friendly discussion with the Pope, but then the Pope turned around and tried to kill him…
Not to mention the serious consequences of provoking a powerful country with over a million standing troops, even just dealing with the public opinion pressure would be enough to make the Pope overwhelmed.
So, they can argue in words and thoughts, but not physically. If they do, the Holy Church will be in deep trouble, even if it doesn’t die, it will bleed heavily.
“Since you have already confronted them, shall we go now?”
In this matter, Qin Ji still trusted Xia Yuxiao’s judgment, he asked.
“Yes, we can’t be late, it would show disrespect,” Xia Yuxiao nodded, “Tell them, we can depart now.”
“Yes.”
The convoy received the order and immediately sped up towards the direction of the Western Empire.
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In the distant east, at the Duke of An’s mansion in Tai’an City.
Qin Siyue looked at Ling Yan in front of her with a headache.
“Sister Ling Yan,” she said with a helpless expression, “First, my brother is not a child anymore, you have seen his strength, and besides, there are many Dragon Guards following His Majesty, there won’t be any safety issues—there are also my brother’s people among the Dragon Guards.”
“Second,”
She took a deep breath and calmed herself down:
“My brother and I are siblings, that’s true. But the idea of finding my brother’s aura on me is non-existent, so please don’t follow me around every day, okay?!”