Recruitment

Edwin was not surprised that the Church of the God of Steam and Machinery had come knocking.

When Count Hall hurried away with the detailed information on the internal combustion engine, Edwin had already anticipated this day would come. What surprised him was that the person standing outside the door was Horamick Haydn.

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This elderly man's name often appeared in the society pages of the Backlund Morning Post, attending various important national celebrations alongside members of the royal family and cabinet ministers.

For such a highly esteemed figure to pay him a personal visit, the importance attached to this matter far exceeded Edwin's initial expectations. Thoughts raced through his mind, but his expression did not change in the slightest. He stepped aside to clear the way and made a standard welcoming gesture, his tone humble and proper:

"Archbishop Haydn, your arrival brings great honor to my humble home.

Please, come in."

"Forgive the intrusion, Mr. Edwin."

Horamick Haydn nodded slightly in reply.

Edwin led the archbishop into the living room and instructed the servants to bring out their finest black tea.

"There is no need to be so polite."

Horamick sat down on the sofa, though his body remained slightly leaned forward. His gaze burned as he looked at Edwin.

"I have just come from Count Hall's residence and had the privilege of seeing that epoch-making masterpiece of yours...

Mr. Edwin, please allow me to offer you the Church's highest respect.

It was the most beautiful machine I have ever seen—the greatest invention since the great steam engine!"

His voice was loud and carried heartfelt excitement. He did not resemble a high-ranking archbishop at all,