51. Little People in the Court(1/2)
"My child, your words are very beautiful."
In the church, Alonsos Faol, the legendary priest, blinked his eyes after listening to Black's words, like a gentle old man who had heard interesting remarks.
This will reveal a sly smile.
He coughed twice and said:
"But I am an old man, and I have lived a long enough life. An old man like me can always see the other side of things, whether others want me to see it or not.
You acted very sincerely in front of me.
But as far as I know, since your ancestors ruled Kul Tiras, the Proudmoore family has been more inclined to support the Church of the Storms in the Ocean Kingdom than to the True Faith of the Holy Light.
Although your father and you were both baptized by the Holy Light at birth.
But you rarely wear the Holy Emblem on formal occasions. You, a cunning boy, are still boldly trying to make a deal with a sincere believer using what I regard as your lifelong faith.
But after seeing your misfortune, I understand your request.
Little Drake, I will carefully consider your opinion and respect your choice."
Faao spread his hands under his crown.
His expression became serious, and he said to Drake, who was standing in the shadows in front of him:
"But child, darkness is a temptation. If you choose to live in it, you will no longer be able to emerge into the world under the sun.
My child, I ask you not to spread the radical ideas you spoke to me today.
Just like I don't need you to walk in the shadows, I still need to maintain a clear and bright heart.
I don't even need you to do murderous things in the name of the Holy Light for me, or for the Holy Light's righteous faith, under the guise of glory.
That is an impermissible evil act.
alright.
So much for the discussion of doctrine.
Now, come forward, child, and I will heal you of the burns of the red dragon's fire, as a request for Lothar, and as a reward for your courageous deeds on behalf of our compatriots."
Blake took a step forward obediently.
The legendary priest raised the sacred holy pact in his hand.
This is a sacred object that has been passed down by the Holy Light Church for nearly three thousand years. It comes from the era of Emperor Thoradin and is said to be a gift left by the Holy Light to human civilization.
But the shape of this thing made Blake feel very familiar.
He has seen many similar things in the game.
The holy deed in Faao's hand was carved extremely delicately by skilled craftsmen. But its essence should be fragments from an energy creature among the stars.
Or called, corpse.
"Touch it."
Faol placed the sacred contract shining with solid holy light in front of him, nodded to Black, and the pirate stretched out his hand and touched the sacred contract.
The next moment, the old priest recited a verse.
A triangular bright holy symbol unfolded behind him, like wings of light, and the power in the sacred sacred contract was also aroused.
It shines brightly.
A scorching magic power with healing power flowed from Blake's fingers into his body, like a flame igniting firewood, and his entire body was soon placed in the holy light.
The power of this holy object is too strong.
When it is lit, the entire church is illuminated.
The golden light extended along the outline of the church, as if it was quickly setting off the entire circular chapel like a sea of golden light.
The light seeped out of the church, creating a light like a golden beacon in the night.
The paladins guarding the surroundings seemed to see a miracle. They were very sincere in their faith and lowered their heads, reciting sacred scriptures softly. In the church, at the center of the light.
Blake was bathed in the light and felt very comfortable.
It's like jumping into a hot spring with bare buttocks. On the translucent character card in front of you, except for the "Blessing of Holy Light" status, there is no other prompt.
He could clearly feel that the skin on his face and body that had been severely necrotic by the red dragon's fire was rejuvenating.
Every time Guangzhong takes a breath, some burning breath will be emitted. This is probably because the deep influence of the dragon fire left in the body is being eliminated.
Although the character card checks Blake's status as healthy.
But in the past month, he ate so much, but he didn't gain weight at all. He still looked like a man with ribs after breaking away from the undead curse.
This is obviously abnormal.
Now, those stubborn diseases in the body are also being eliminated bit by bit by the warm holy light.
These injuries may not affect his combat effectiveness, but with them, Blake is destined to be unable to live like a normal person.
"Child, there is a cold force entrenched in your soul. It should be what you said, the cursed power from Hella Queen.
With the help of the Holy Emblem, I can forcefully dispel it.
But it will destroy your soul."
The gentle voice of the Pope emerged from the light, and he said to Blake:
"This is the first time I've encountered your situation. In the church's books, there is no precedent for fighting against the mysterious power of Hades, so I can't take any chances.
I will leave some power through the Holy Deed and give you a blessing.
It will protect your soul from being taken out of your body.
Before this protection expires, I will try my best to find ways to eliminate it, but you'd better not go near the ocean again, as this will make the god of death notice you again."
"Thank you for your help, Your Holiness."
Blake thanked him sincerely. As he watched, the translucent character card in front of him showed a "Blessing of Asylum" status in the status bar.
When it took effect, the Hell Messenger's status immediately became gloomy, as if it had been sealed, but the title of "Soul Hunter" was still there.
This was an unexpected surprise.
His connection with Hades was temporarily severed.
Although it was only temporary, Blake felt a sense of relief.
"No need to thank you, little Drake, compared to walking in the shadows, fighting the barbaric invaders in the frontline war, and bringing confidence and victory to our people.
There is so little I can do for you, poor child.
You deserve this healing."
In Fao's gentle voice, the sacred light gradually faded away, and the circular chapel returned to its previous peaceful state.
Blake reached out and touched his cheek.
The burn scars are still there.
But those ugly scabs and damaged flesh and blood have been given life again. After the remnants of the fire dragon are expelled, it will gradually recover.
This is a self-healing process.
"It will take about a month or two for your wound to recover."
The legendary priest turned the rosary in his hand, looked at Blake with a terrifying smile, and said:
"I hope that after your scars heal, your mind will no longer be affected by those dark influences, Drake, no matter what path you take in the future.
You don't have to go alone, don't forget that.
You still have family waiting for you to go back. No matter how far you go, when you look back, there will always be a warm home with open arms for you."
"Well, thank you for your teaching, sir."
Blake bowed his head again and thanked him.
He said:
"I will consider your suggestion carefully."
"Your sister, little Gianna, is also coming to the palace tonight with her mentor."
Faao said with a smile:
"Perhaps you can have some contact with your family in another identity before you actually go home.
If you can feel how much they miss you, maybe you can also get precious comfort in your soul."
"this..."
The pirate hesitated a little. He was silent for a few seconds, put on his face mask and long hood again, and placed his face in the shadows. He took a few steps back and said:
"I'll give it a try, as you wish."
"Then go ahead."
Fa'ao waved his hand. He turned around again and continued his interrupted prayer. His outline was vaguely visible in the chakra circulation of the gentle light in front of him.
To be continued...