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The High Priest watched the Divine Child's eyes gradually grow dark and still, then closed his right hand into a fist and pressed his thumb against his forehead.
"May you attain eternal rest."
"May we all meet death as equals."
"You lived among the people of the Northern Continent for too long and forgot that we are Death's people. To us, people are always submerged in death. Eternal sleep also means eternal existence, while life is merely a dream that occasionally bursts forth..."
With that, he said no more. He turned and left the bottom of Calderón, walking slowly up the ancient stone steps.
Haiter left Calderón quietly, just as quietly as he had arrived, attracting no one's attention.
After leaving the Spirit World, he first appeared in the Imperial Capital and went to the imperial palace, where he told the Beyonder responsible for domestic affairs:
"Starting today, the government's Central Administrative Hall will close. There is no need to send local affairs and reports to the central government anymore. The various departments can also close in succession. From now on, there is no need to manage secular affairs."
The demigod showed neither dissatisfaction nor doubt at the High Priest's request, bowing respectfully. "Yes. Your words will be obeyed."
Haiter continued, "His Highness Consul Azik Eggers has gone to the Holy City to serve the Lord. He will no longer process any documents, nor is there any need to hold meetings. Seal off his palace for the time being as well, to prevent anyone from taking the opportunity to break in."
The demigod remained bowed, his head lowered. "Yes."
Haiter fell silent for a while, then asked with a frown, "How are government finances at present? How much money is left in the treasury?"
"His Highness the Consul pays