Archbishop Anthony

After the clergy leader finished singing, the choir began to chant hymns, following a two-track arrangement of "children's voices + adults."

As Altair listened to the choir's ethereal voices on stage, he couldn't help but feel a pang of regret; the Church of Evernight choir had few elves among its members.

The most prestigious choir has to be the "Storm Old Pigeon." The elf's voice is ethereal, melodious, and beautiful, and it also has a magical quality that can directly affect the spirit, influencing emotions and spirit.

It's a pity, she'll probably never hear it again. Thinking about it, Altair couldn't help but hear it.

"Strike, strike, strike! O sea, strike the gray, cold rocks! Strike, strike, strike! O sea..."

Regarding this song, Altair could only say: His... singing voice is quite magical, um... magical influencing people.

After the hymns were performed, the pastor ascended the pulpit and read from the Bible, specifically the "Book of Wisdom" and the "Epistles of the Saints" in the Revelations of the Night.

After the explanation, most people began to stand up one by one and put varying amounts of Gold Pound into the offering box.

When they reached Altair's row, Audrey's father, Earl Hall, was the first to stand up, setting an example for her.

Altair received 50 ten- Gold Pound notes from the maid Irene and, following Earl Hall's lead, completed the donation.

As time passed and the donations drew to a close, the clergy brought out communion. Everyone, regardless of status, lined up in order to receive their meal before the altar.

After receiving the communion, Altair returned to her seat with it. Looking at the communion wine in her hand, she could clearly feel the faint Spirituality emanating from it.

He held up the "spiked wine" to his nose and smelled it. Altair immediately determined that a trace amount of Evening Primrose Juice had been added, which would have a sleep-inducing and Spirituality- soothing effect after consumption.

As he finished his glass of wine, he remarked, "This feels like a good communion; looks like I'll be able to sleep well tonight."

The end of Holy Communion marked the near conclusion of the Mass. People in nearby seats began to greet each other and prepare to leave together.

Altair, however, did not choose to leave the prayer hall with the others, but instead chose to remain where he was.

After everyone left, an elderly man with deep-set eyes, a clean-shaven face, wearing a black Archbishop's robe with red patterns and five Dark Sacred Emblem on his chest, walked towards Altair from the side door of the Prayer Hall. He had a peaceful demeanor but also a hidden sense of intimidation.

Upon seeing the newcomer, Altair immediately stood up, tapped his chest four times clockwise to draw a Crimson Moon symbol, and said:

"Praise be to the Goddess. Good afternoon, Archbishop Saint Anthony."

The old man, after tapping his chest four times, calmly replied, "Praise be to the Goddess. Good afternoon, Count Sheffield."

Please come with me.

Altair nodded, turned to look at Irene, indicating that she could wait where she was, and then followed Archbishop Anthony away from where they were, heading deeper into the Saint Samuel Cathedral.

After winding through the streets, we arrived at a quiet, unnamed study deep within the Saint Samuel Church.

Archbishop Anthony gestured for Altair to sit down. He then walked to the bookshelf behind the desk, along the edge of the wall, and took out a thick book.

After casually flipping through the book, Anthony looked at Altair and asked, "Count Sheffield, are you sure you want to worship the Evernight Goddess? It's not too late to change your mind now, but once I register you, you'll have to bear the consequences of forwarding your faith in the future."

Altair nodded, looking at him with a resolute gaze, and said, "I'm certain of Archbishop Anthony."

Looking at the man before him, Archbishop Anthony nodded silently. He then sat down, turned to a blank page in his book, picked up a pen that had been prepared on his desk, and began to record Altair's name, family, date of faith, and other information, thus entering the diocese's list of believers.

After everything was written down, Archbishop Anthony presented Altair with a Star-Moon Silver Ornament and a copy of the Revelations of the Night.

According to Anthony's explanation, Altair also learned about the amulet's function; it has a mild calming effect on the Spirituality and can help her ward off minor nightmares or Spirituality agitation at night.

Archbishop Anthony then routinely inquired, "Are you planning to leave Bexland soon? How is your family's safety? Do you need the church to arrange security personnel?"

Altair smiled and explained to Archbishop Anthony, "I will be returning to my Ancestral Land for the winter soon, and will likely return to Bexland next spring."

"As for security, you don't need to worry about that. My father left behind a family Guard Team, and there are still some guards left, enough to protect me."

After thinking for a moment, Anthony nodded and said to Altair, "If you encounter any extraordinary matters that you cannot resolve in the future, you can contact the Church directly for assistance. The Church can also provide you with appropriate help..."

"I remember your Ancestral Land is in the Awwa County, in the Tingen City, Morse Town. If you go back there for the winter, you can go to the Saint Selena Cathedral in nearby Tingen City for worship."

"I will write to the Bishop of Saint Serena Church soon and ask him to provide you with as much assistance as he can."

After Archbishop Anthony finished speaking, Altair smiled and thanked him, saying, "Thank you so much."

After exchanging pleasantries for a short while, the two said their goodbyes and left the study.

Altair said he could understand why Archbishop Anthony hadn't assigned him any security personnel after he made a polite remark.

Even though Bexland is a core parish of the Church of Evernight in the Loen Kingdom, it is estimated that there are only about one hundred Beyonder.

These people are becoming increasingly rare; if someone is to protect Altair long-term, it signifies that one of the Beyonder will be away on official business for an extended period and will no longer be able to perform church duties.

After Altair returned to the Prayer Hall, he led Irene toward the door, preparing to leave the church.

As soon as she stepped out the door, she saw Audrey and her family. When they saw Altair come out, Earl Hall himself went up to her and invited her in.

Good day, Count Altair. I wonder if you have some free time this afternoon? My daughter would like to invite you to lunch.

After hearing Earl Hall's words, Altair turned slightly to look at Audrey behind him, and noticed her "aggrieved expression."

Turning back to the Earl Hall with a smile, he said:

"In that case, I shall gladly accept your offer. Please forgive my intrusion this afternoon, Earl Hall."

"You're too kind," Earl Hall said with a beaming smile. "Then I'll take my leave first. See you at the manor later."

"See you later," Altair replied with a smile.