235 Episode 18 Emperor and Princess Miko (1/2)

It's been a month since Cecilia became Pope, and at the same time announced her engagement to Hercule.

Cecilia was visiting Nova Lemuria.

Lemuria was the headquarters of the Messianic religion, and the home of the Princess Priestess.

But whether it could be Cecilia's home is another story.

In fact, Cecilia's base of support is in the east, centered on Nova Lemuria.

Cecilia's support base cannot be neglected, and the reason for the Great Schism was the conflict between the Lemurian Patriarchate and the Nova Lemurian Patriarchate.

Now that Cecilia has become the Pope, the unification has been completed peacefully, but it does not mean that the tension between East and West has disappeared.

Therefore, Cecilia had to travel back and forth between the two cities of Lemuria and Nova Lemuria in order to maintain this state of unity.

Fortunately, the Lemurian Empire had control of the Album Sea, and the routes between the two cities were stable.

Cecilia plans to spend half a year at a time in both cities, as it is much safer than going overland.

The ...... is a front.

The real reason is that she has a loved one in Nova Lemuria.

When Cecilia arrived in Nova Lemuria, she met with Hercule in the palace office.

Sitting down on the sofa, Hercule sipped his tea with a calm expression.

Cecilia, on the other hand, was reading the catalog with a good mood.

She points to an illustration in the catalog and speaks to Hercule.

”Mr. Hercule, I think I like this one, what do you think?

”I don't care what you think, Your Holiness. I don't care what you like, Your Holiness.

Nicely, Hercule smiled and said.

Cecilia's expression stiffened for a moment at his impolite attitude.

But Cecilia, undeterred, stood up and sat down next to Hercule this time.

I'm sure you'll be able to find something that suits you.

I'm sure His Holiness would look great in any of your outfits.

......

Cecilia stood up silently.

And ......

Ei!

”Ouch!

She kicked Hercule in the shin as hard as she could.

Cecilia hugged Hercule, who was screaming in agony, holding his shins.

Cecilia hugged him and punched him with both hands.

Why are you acting like that?　How long are you going to keep your navel bent?　You're so mean!

”......

Hercule sniffed unhappily.

It's natural to be annoyed when someone snatches your blood and sweat, isn't it?

Hercule said that the Lemurian Empire had finally regained its territory, including the city of Lemuria, after spending an enormous amount of blood and gold coins.

But Cecilia had used it as a springboard to gain more than the Lemurian Empire, without making any sacrifices.

Of course, there is no such thing as cowardice in the world of diplomacy and intrigue.

But whether it is emotionally acceptable or not is another story.

”With all due respect, Mr. Hercule. We too have shed blood and sweat.

Cecilia said to Hercule with her hands on her hips.

In fact, many priests lost their lives during the political upheaval.

In fact, many priests lost their lives during the political upheaval, and many more died in the missionary work to revive the momentum of the Hime-Priestess faction.

Until now, we have been indulging in your drudgery. This is our just compensation.

Even though our interests were aligned, we were being used for good.

The Lemurian Empire was taking the fruits of the Messianic Church's efforts.

The Lemurian Empire had been plundering the fruits of the Messianic Church's efforts, and we were simply returning the favor.

Yes, of course, I'm saying that ...... is indeed His Holiness.

”So please stop calling me Your Holiness!

Cecilia appealed to Hercule in a sorrowful voice.

Her eyes were filled with tears.

”Isn't this between you and me, Hercule?

”I'm not on good terms with the Pope, am I?

I'm just Cecilia Peter now!

Cecilia shouted, ”Gusuri ......” and became somewhat half-crying.

I'm not going to do it.

”That's how you're trying to trick me, isn't it, with all your crying and lies?

”No, sir!　No, I'm not!

No, I'm not! - Then you'll surrender all your powers, including ordination, to me, won't you?

Yes!　Waka ......, you can't allow that!