Father Mavie

The trajectory of history is finally moving in the direction that Ma Wei knows well.

But this time, the Northern Alliance has been established, and the entire north has fallen under the control of the Church of Truth. It is self-contained and not afraid of the United States of America.

They should be the ones who are afraid.

"Now the northern army is counterattacking. They have retaken Washington. The Doomsday Party is unable to resist the offensive and is retreating to the south. We should seize the opportunity that the Apocalypse God System has no time to think about and contact the small countries in the Western Continent!"

In the Hall of the Gods, the voice of King Karl IX came from above the billowing black fog. This was a high-level meeting of the alliance, and all the kings and prime ministers participated.

The general development direction has been determined at the meeting. Everyone agreed that now is not a good time to start a war with the Apocalypse God System. They should concentrate on development, enhance national strength, give full play to the advantages of the alliance, and become bigger and stronger.

There are two types of development, one is internal and the other is external.

Internally, each member country will strengthen economic ties, develop alchemy technology, and develop the economy.

Externally, we should expand the alliance and win over allies as much as possible to make the alliance stronger.

The small country in the south of the Western Continent is headed by the Aztec Empire. The Aztec Kingdom borders the United States of Citi, and its capital is Mexico. It has a huge territory and is a multi-ethnic country.

Further south, there are still many uncivilized primitive tribes that have just formed countries a few decades ago. They are simply unable to compete with the powerful countries in the Central Continent that have already undergone the Industrial Revolution. Many areas are still colonies of other kingdoms.

When mentioning the Western Continent, people always think of terms such as primitiveness and backwardness, as if it was a place abandoned by God. Although there is faith, no god has come.

Two thousand years ago, the Apocalypse God System landed on that land and left behind the church and inheritance. However, after the Devil's Gate was sealed, the church was assimilated by the local people and began to believe in the 'Nature God'.

In the era of the advent of gods, the nature gods they believed in did not come at all. Ma Wei estimated that the so-called "natural gods" should be the disguise of the Odin pantheon. The believers of the Odin pantheon did not disappear, but remained in another identity. came down and developed to this day.

You can get a glimpse of it from the natural forces they worship, the sun, storms, and rain. Aren’t these all owned by the Odin pantheon?

Because the occupation time was too short, the Apocalypse God System failed to fully control this area, allowing the ideas of the Odin God System to be passed on. This is why Ma Wei is determined to win over them.

Compared with the Truth God System, the Apocalypse God System is their biggest enemy!

If it is not the Apocalypse pantheon, can the Odin pantheon be expelled and exiled?

"It is indeed time to send an ambassador to the Aztec Empire to visit Montezuma III."

Mawe agreed with Karl IX’s proposal: “The choice of this ambassador is very important. He must be familiar with the teachings of the Church of Truth, be eloquent, and be quick-witted. While dealing with the Aztec Empire, he must also establish a local foundation. Church, promote truth and thought.”

There are too few people who meet these conditions.

But Ma Wei remembered one person.

Goncharov, a student whom he personally taught.

In the Saratov Uprising, Goncharov played a major role, and Raul, who later went to support but died heroically, was also a student taught by Mavey.

Ma Wei taught only three batches of students, totaling no more than 300 people. Since he went to London, he has never taught students again.

Today, these three hundred people have become the mainstay of the church, spread throughout the cities of the Romanov Kingdom.

Ma Wei has high hopes for the carefully selected students and believes in their abilities.

Goncharov may be up to the task.

"I need to think about the specific candidates."

This mission is not simple. Compared with the Saratov Uprising, Goncharov only took one envoy to the far western continent, where he wanted to establish a base, propagate ideas, and negotiate with Montezuma III. Represents the Church of Truth.

It sounds very difficult, but it is even more difficult to do it in practice.

Saratov is no different than the Romanov Kingdom. They speak foreign languages ​​and have their own beliefs. Goncharov not only has to learn the local language, but also adapt to local customs and recruit talents.

It is no exaggeration to say that being able to do this is no different than building a church alone.

Not to mention the dangers that may be encountered at any time.

No matter how backward the Romanov Kingdom is, it is still an old empire with relatively complete police and legal systems. On the other hand, the Aztec Empire was only a country established a few decades ago. The internal order is very chaotic. Murder and robbery are the norm, and the good and the good are a mixed bag.

As a hero of the Church of Truth, Goncharov did not need to go to the Aztec Empire to gain the respect of Mavi.

Mavi must consult his wishes.

After the meeting, Mavi kept silent, used the Siren's Tears to change his appearance, and took a train with Yunia to Saratov.

Saint-Raul Cathedral.

"Bishop Goncharov, thank you for your enlightenment. I feel much better."

A woman held her chest, bowed to the statues of Goncharov and Yunia in bishop's robes, put on a scarf and walked into the snow.

Watching her go away, Goncharov stood there in a daze.

The woman just now came to him for guidance. The reason was that her husband had a good friend who always asked her husband to go out for drinks. The woman felt that he was invading her husband's time and was very unhappy. She even had a big quarrel with her husband. After a fight, she came to seek Goncharov's answer for her.

Goncharov asked her to relax and care more about her husband's thoughts. Don't just look at the problem from her own point of view. She should leave some space for each other and socialize reasonably. But if that friend has to pull her around every day Her husband went out drinking and had problems of his own. The problem should be solved patiently rather than through quarreling.

If it doesn't work, you can still come to him.

What touched Goncharov a little was his friends.

His friend Raul died in the uprising a year ago.

To save him.

"bishop?"

A voice from the side interrupted Goncharov's memories. He turned his head and saw a freckled young man wearing a god's servant costume.

"Yevgeny. What time is it now?"

"Six o'clock, six o'clock in the evening, Bishop."

I glanced at the snowy streets. There were few pedestrians outside and almost no one could be seen. It was so cold that even the factories got off work early and schools were on holiday. Everyone was hiding at home around the fireplace to keep warm.

"No one should be coming. Just close the door and sweep the snow out."

"Yes, Bishop."

Yevgeny ran in small steps and closed the door against the cold wind that poured into the door. Just when he was about to insert the lock, a shivering voice suddenly came from outside: "I'm sorry, it's really too cold. Shall I go in?"

Looking back to Goncharov for instructions, the latter frowned: "What do you think I am doing? Others are freezing to death in the snow, do you have to ask me for instructions before you can make a decision?"

Yevgeny looked solemn and immediately opened the door, and two figures, one tall and one short, walked in amid the snowflakes.

His teeth were chattering with the cold and he was trembling. Seeing this scene, Goncharov did not ask the reason and said to Yevgeny: "Go and prepare two more blankets and tell Sister Annette that there will be two more people dining tonight, so On a cold day, you should make some thick broth to drink.”

When he heard the thick broth, Yevgeny's eyes lit up, he quickly agreed, and hurriedly prepared to go.

The income of a church must be handed over to the diocese to which it belongs, and the diocese to the church shall hand it over to the Holy See, who will then uniformly distribute salaries and appropriations. Money cannot be spent indiscriminately.

Saratov is a city and the center of a diocese, and Goncharov is the general director of the diocese of Saratov. The Romanov Kingdom has just emerged from the economic blockade. The economy has not yet recovered. Even a large parish like Saratov is living in a tight situation. Meat is not available every day, and even if it is eaten, it can only be eaten in a tiny amount. .

Extravagant dinners like thick broth with chunks of pork must be approved by Goncharov. This is the power of bishops and priests in difficult times, and they live on a budget.

At the same time, the occasional extra meal can also reflect the leadership ability of a bishop or priest.

After a while, Yevgeny brought two thick blankets and handed them to Mavie and Yunia. They had changed into other appearances, wearing old clothes, and looked like they had just escaped from a slum.

"Thank you"

While wrapping Yunia in a blanket, Mavi looked cautious and thanked Goncharov.

"how old is she?"

Goncharov bent down and looked at Yunia and asked.

"56 years old."

Ma Wei looked at Yunia: "How old are you?"

Yunia looked at Ma Wei in confusion: "5 years old. Or 6 years old?"

"About 6 years old, I remember."

"That's 6 years old!"

"How do you become a father? Can't even remember your own daughter's age?"

Aren't you afraid of being discovered by you?

Muttering in his heart, Ma Wei quickly apologized and smiled: "It's my fault, it's my fault."

Goncharov, who looked suspicious, asked Yunia: "Is he really your father?"

"Yeah!" Yunia nodded vigorously.

"Biological father?"

"Ok!"

Seeing what Yunia said, Goncharov gave up his doubts, straightened up and said, "You can stay here tonight and come with me."

Following Goncharov, Mavie and Yunia came to the shelter area of ​​the church. In addition to them, St. Raul Cathedral also sheltered many homeless people, with two people per room because the rooms were not full. , so Ma Wei and Yunia were assigned a clean empty room.

In addition to accommodation, you can also receive a communion, which is bread and broth provided by the church to the overnight guests. Tonight's menu is bread, boiled peas, potato soup, and bread tubes.

The person in charge of preparing the dinner was Sister Annette, who was in her early thirties and pregnant. She was very good at cooking and the thick broth was cooked to the right temperature.

To Mavey's surprise, Goncharov, Yevgeny and other clergymen would have dinner with them, including Sister Annette, who would serve a meal and sit at an empty seat at the long table to enjoy it silently. It is really valuable to provide the same meals to the returning people.

Goncharov, indeed implemented what Mavi had taught him.

During dinner time, Mavie deliberately sat at the front of the long table, next to Father Goncharov. Yevgeny, who came with a plate, found that his seat was occupied. He froze for a while and found that Mavie had no reaction. After that, I had to sit in the back.

"Bishop Goncharov, aren't you curious?"

After stuffing the bread into his mouth and chewing it twice, Ma Wei suddenly asked.

Goncharov took a sip of soup: "What are you curious about?"

"Aren't you afraid that we are bad people due to our identities?"

"Oh." Goncharov thought what was going on: "Even if you are bad guys, I can't let you freeze to death in the snow and violate the law. The kingdom police will punish you. I am not a law enforcer. The truth needs to be practiced.”

"Is this why you didn't ask about our identities?"

"People who come to church need help, and maybe they don't realize it, but that's what it is."

Goncharov said calmly: "My teacher, Pope Marvel, told me that we should help those in need as much as possible."

"What if the other party is not a believer of the Truth Church?"

Goncharov smiled: "If you were rejected by a church, would you still believe in its god? People are willing to approach and understand because they have lowered their guard and opened their hearts."

"And what can impress a person the most is the rare things."

"People who are in need of help have experienced the dangers of society. They need warmth, and the church will give them warmth. This is the meaning of God's existence."

Having said this, Goncharov put down his spoon, looked at Mavey, and said seriously: "Do you want to know more about the truth? I will be happy to answer it for you."

"I have another question. Did you just say that Pope Marvel was your teacher?"

"Yes."

"What if one day, Pope Marvel asks you to perform a mission of narrow escape? Would you be willing?"

"Of course I do," Goncharov said.

"But you don't even know the content of the mission."

"No need to know."

Goncharov turned his head and looked at the snowflakes flying by outside the window: "This is an era created by countless people's blood and sacrifice. If it is to maintain it, I will die without regrets."

Ma Wei nodded slowly, drank the thick broth in front of him, and returned to the room to rest.

Early the next morning, he declined Goncharov's breakfast invitation and took the first train back to Mosk. When he appeared at the door of St. Basil's Cathedral, Dino jumped on the spot like ants on a hot pot. stand up:

"Father! Where have you gone!"

"I went to Saratov." Mawei said, "I said hello to Levin and Fat Orange, but they didn't notify you?"

"I've been notified, but you can't stay home all night!" Dino breathed a sigh of relief: "You are different now. Try not to act alone! Let us know no matter where you go! You are too careless, even a No bodyguards!"

"With Yunia by my side, I have nothing to fear."

Pressing his hand to signal Dino to relax, Mawei continued: "I have found the person to go to the Aztec Empire."

"Who?"

"Goncharov!"

(End of this chapter)