Somebody Stop the Pope – 220



Episode 220

3.

“Strong warning to Kim Si-woo’s terrorist group ‘Purification’!”

“Kim Si-woo: ‘There will be no negotiations with terrorists. Those who defile the world will be held accountable.’”

“The unidentified man in training clothes who was active at the scene of the Seoul surprise gate has been revealed to be China’s hidden number one irregular ‘Lee Se-min’.”

“Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: ‘Li Shimin is indeed the number one irregular in China. Since he has decided to join the Limen Church we will fully support him at the government level.”

“A turning point in the Chinese civil war?”

“Shanghai where the Limen sect will land. The current situation in Shanghai is ‘in the midst of a tragic civil war.’”

As soon as the press conference ended the media began reporting on our church’s declaration of war.

It was only natural that the Chinese government responded to this press conference.

Lee Se-min came to South Korea with his family without informing the Chinese government of his intention.

In this situation if we say that Lee Se-min’s choice is different from our own choice we will end up giving up on Lee Se-min.

So in this situation we have no choice but to follow Lee Se-min’s choice while crying.

Although he may look shabby wearing a tracksuit Lee Se-min’s choice was correct.

It was all possible because Lee Se-min was the number one ranked strong player.

“Pope Kim Si-woo.”

As I was sitting in my office watching the reaction to this press conference Raphael came into my office.

Raphael gave me a quick greeting then sat down in front of me and said:

“Our country has decided to provide support with one aircraft carrier.”

“Aircraft carrier? I heard that sea routes are restricted due to sea monsters. Is that possible?”

“This is an aircraft carrier that I modified. It uses a specific wavelength to repel monsters. It is also an aircraft carrier that I secretly modified in my home country.”

America’s goodwill.

In this day and age simply being able to use the sea gives the United States a huge strategic advantage.

Even though the world has changed should we still call the Celestial Kingdom the Celestial Kingdom?

Although it may have been a method of utilizing Raphael’s abilities bringing in talented people is also a country’s ability.

Raphael looked at me and smiled.

Get notified for updates: https://discord.gg/93rmBjgP6B

“With the Pope’s power monsters wouldn’t even be able to approach it right?”

“That’s true.”

“Rather than going back by land it might be better to strike directly via aircraft carriers. How about going to the sea near Shanghai and then operating via transport helicopters?”

Operations via the safe seas would be much more stable than operations on the Chinese mainland where there are countless variables.

I agreed with Raphael’s opinion.

“I really like helicopters. Anyway the advance party just needs to land at the destination.”

We have already secured a location in Shanghai where our church will be established.

Just land at that spot and create a sanctuary right away.

Creating a Holy Site isn’t that difficult as you have one of the best relics the Sword of Judgement.

That is just one step.

All you have to do is take one step onto that land.

“Except for the vanguard the remaining Limen Cult forces will be waiting at the Seoul Holy Land.”

“Ah! You plan to use the passageway of the Holy Land. I understand. You only need to transport troops who are not members of the Limen Sect.”

“You can think of it that way.”

“Thank you. Then we will plan our operation accordingly. Is the operation start date next Wednesday at 9 AM?”

“yes.”

“There’s only one week left. Okay. Then I’ll go and study the vampire I captured this time.”

The last surviving elder vampire was taken to Raphael’s laboratory.

Raphael originally wanted a few more prisoners but he was happy with the big one.

The image of Raphael’s drooling face as he looked at the elder vampire still sends a chill down my spine.

I let out a deep sigh as I watched Raphael walk out with light steps.

Still I’m glad that he’s willing to share the results of his research on the Elder Vampire.

What if Raphael had not joined us here?

Perhaps it has created several situations that are difficult to control.

“Ugh.”

But if you hang out with crazy people you get used to the crazy things they do.

I think it’s time for me to accept reality.

Since I’m crazy too isn’t it natural for me to hang out with crazy people?

That was when I was accepting reality and taking a short break in my office.

A message window appeared before my eyes.

[A new quest <Temple> appears.]

[This quest could change the fate of the Earth. Therefore it is classified as a scenario.]

[sanctuary]

●Type: Main – Scenario

●Description: As the Pope of the Limen Church you have declared a holy war against the enemies infected with magic. Accordingly the system accepts your will and grants you a main quest.

Holy Father save those who are persecuted by the wicked from despair. This temple will lead you and your Order to ever higher heights.

●Completion Conditions: Destroy all of the <Purifier>’s strongholds.

Join our discord and ping me to update more chapters. Discord: https://discord.gg/93rmBjgP6B

●Reward: 100000 sacred points limited-time sect trait <Temple Victory> special ability <Strength> increases by 50

*The sect’s special trait <Temple Victory> doubles the amount of experience gained by all members of the sect for one year.

It seems that this quest was created directly by Terra who is in charge of this system message.

It feels like there is voice support in the quest content.

A nuance that seems to say ‘Try to do well.’ with an unlucky expression.

I accepted the quest and then exhaled again.

There is only one week left until we enter China.

There isn’t much time to prepare.

The only good thing is that we have been preparing for this day for a long time.

The troops were ready and the second batch of trainees had now reached a level where they could be deployed in actual combat.

It will probably be a pretty long war.

The Chinese mainland is very large and Purifiers will be hiding everywhere.

That’s why there was one thing that had to be done before going to war.

I picked up the phone and immediately connected the call.

A moment later a gruff voice came over the phone.

-My grandson is having a hard time answering the phone. What’s going on?

“Where is Grandma now? I was thinking of having a family dinner tonight.”

-I’m with Grandpa Rapart now.

How many people in the world can call Archbishop Rapart ‘Grandpa Rapart’?

I heard that Archbishop Laparte is often absent these days.

Were you meeting your grandmother?

…This is a truly unpredictable variable. Our church doesn’t have any specific doctrine on love except for the Pope but if that person is our grandmother there’s a problem….

-Why aren’t you saying anything?

“no.”

– See you at home grandson. Grandpa Rapart said he’d bring you. Bring Siyeon with you when you come. Okay?

My grandmother hung up the phone coolly and I put my hand on my head as I put my phone in my pocket.

What happens to the genealogy then?

…Are you thinking about getting married in your twilight years?

“Hey no way.”

…I’ll have to ask my grandmother later.

4.

Miyaaaaah.

It’s been a while since I’ve had time with my family.

Snow White warmly welcomes me back home.

I threw a churu to Snow White and Snow White quickly caught it.

Usually cats have to squeeze the churu out for us to eat but that wasn’t the case for Snow White.

“The churu tastes good today. Where did you get it?”

“Homemade pet treat shop in front.”

Snow White cut the churu’s perforation line with her claws and then started sucking it up like crazy.

It takes one second for one churu to disappear.

Snow White said wagging her tail.

“I always just bought things at the convenience store. What’s the matter with today…?”

“Come in kids.”

Two animals walked in behind me.

One is a black dog.

Another one is a deer.

It was Beth and Rudolph.

Beth and Snow White have been getting along well lately but what will their chemistry be like with Rudolph?

-Nice to meet you Snow White. This is my friend Rudolph.

-Hello Snow White! My name is Rudolph. I’ll be seeing you often from now on so take care.

Rudolph who transformed into a small size on purpose for us.

Snow White looked around at Rudolph and nodded obediently.

“That’s a name that would make you good at pulling sleds. If you let me ride on a sled later I’ll be happy to welcome you.”

-Sled? What’s a sled?

『Not yet socialized….』

“Snow White.”

“…It doesn’t matter. I’ll help you adapt to Earth. Don’t worry Rudolph.”

I made them meet me on purpose because they are the ones who will be protecting our holy land and our families while I am away.

Snow White is really perceptive.

It seemed as if he had figured out my intentions so he didn’t show any signs of hostility towards Rudolph.

As expected the answer is for Snow White to feed this guy Churu first.

Now Snow White can be called a proper divine being.

It was slightly below the Irregular level but it was big enough to hold its own against Irregulars.

Perhaps if the church expands further it will grow to the level of irregulars or higher.

Even though they are not usually mobilized for battle these spirits each possess powers that surpass those of the Irregular class.

At least I didn’t have to worry about housing.

“Brother are you here?”

Inwook wearing an apron walked out from the kitchen.

“I made some soybean paste stew. All you have to do is grill the meat.”

Inwook has become much kinder to me since the last time I bought a used car.

By the way even at this moment the number of views of Inwook’s used car fraud education video is increasing.

It is said that the police started to crack down on false used car listings thanks to that issue so we can say that Inwook’s small ball was a contribution to society.

“It smells good.”

“I went to grandma’s house the day before yesterday and brought her some soybean paste. Grandma made it herself.”

“What about Grandma?”

“You went to the store in front to buy meat.”

“Really? Then he’ll be here soon. Oh right. Inwook his name is Rudolph. He’s staying at this house while I’m away so say hello. Rudolph is my little brother.”

Rudolph approached Inwook and carefully rubbed his head.

He wore a green dragon outside the house but kept it hidden indoors.

A beautiful fawn. That description was perfect for her.

-Hello I’m Rudolph. I just got a name so I’ll be counting on you from now on!

“Uh… hi. I’m Kim In-wook.”

-Kim In-wook! I really like you. Let’s be friends from now on!

Rudolph’s gaze at Inwook was unusual.

I was curious about what he was thinking. But that look quickly passed by.

I don’t think I had any bad thoughts but what was I thinking?

anyway.

After a brief greeting Snow White led Beth and Rudolph into the living room.

And soon grandma came back home.

“Let’s eat first.”

Today’s menu is pork belly.

I quickly spread the table in the living room and my grandmother immediately started grilling meat.

Cheeeeeeek.

The smell of meat fills the house.

My grandmother asked me while grilling meat on the burner.

“You’re going to China next week?”

“That’s what happened. Cockroaches keep crawling in from the house next door. I have to go and take care of it myself.”

“But it’s better than not knowing whether someone is alive or dead for five years and losing contact. You don’t have to contact me but contact Siyeon or Inwook often.”

“…all right.”

“That’s right big brother. Do you have to call me every day? You’re going to a dangerous place.”

Siyeon said with tears in her eyes.

I quietly patted Shiyeon’s head. Then I smiled and said.

“Siyeon-ah.”

“huh!”

“But oppa you’re going to commute to work anyway right? You’re going to come home in the evening and rest.”

If you don’t use the passage to the Holy Land here then where are you going to use it?

Unless something big comes up I’ll probably sleep well at home.

“Then why did you ask me to eat with you today? I thought we were going far away and wouldn’t be home for a while.”

Inwook who was chewing on garlic looked at me and said in disbelief.

“It’s nice to have time to eat meals like this with family.”

“That’s true. We haven’t really had meals together like this lately.”

“It’s a bit of a stretch. By the way Grandma.”

“why?”

“With Archbishop Laparte….”

“The meat is getting cold. Eat the meat first.”

The grandmother who always changes the subject when things get ugly.

I spoke to Inwook and Siyeon in a quiet voice.

“Guys well Grandma….”

“You meet Archbishop Rapart often? I already knew. Siyeon knows too. Right?”

“Yeah! Archbishop Lapart and my grandmother get along really well.”

“…I was the only one who didn’t know?”

“uh.”

“huh!”

I suddenly feel left out.

I was the only one who didn’t know.

Just me.

“Don’t worry just eat the meat this old lady will take care of it.”

“Grandma why didn’t you tell me?”

“Did you ask?”

“…no.”

“Without even asking… the meat is getting cold. Eat quickly.”

“…yes.”

It was a peaceful night for our family.

The day to head to China was slowly approaching.

Our Pope please stop this