Somebody Stop the Pope – 303



Episode 303

99. Your World

1.

It’s true that we have returned to Eden.

I did come back but there was one problem.

“So it’s already been ten years since I returned to Earth?”

“Yes… yes! Yes Your Holiness.”

“Relax. If someone saw you they’d think you were going to eat me.”

“I am new to the church… This is my first time meeting Your Holiness. I will try my best to control my expression!”

“That’s not it… No that’s enough.”

I sighed deeply as I spoke to the young knight who introduced himself as ‘Heron’ in front of me.

According to what Heron said the timeline here seems to have changed quite a bit.

10 years.

It’s been 10 years since I returned to Earth….

Perhaps this happened because the connection between the two dimensions became unstable as Limen disappeared?

Actually it wasn’t that surprising.

Because I had heard some cautions from Raphael before I came here.

-The timeline may be a bit different. It may be up to 15 years later. But don’t worry too much. I’ve set the time coordinates well so when you return you will return to this time zone.

I think a time machine might be possible if used well but I didn’t ask for more details because it gave me a headache.

I nodded slowly and took in the scenery of Eden seen through the carriage window.

Eden was still beautiful.

“But Sir Heron.”

“You can call me Heron.”

“Yes Heron. What about that crowd earlier? Come to think of it they seemed to be saying things like “The Pope is dead so step down.”

Heron’s face turned pale at my words.

Why is that?

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“I… might get angry if you hear this.”

“How on earth did they teach me in the church? Do I look like someone who just gets angry?”

“It is written in the Bible that… the Pope’s character is like a hot fire that burns away all impurities.”

Bible?

Why is my story in the Bible?

“New words have been added including Kim Si-woo’s name…”

“…Who put that in the Bible?”

“It was compiled with unanimous approval from the Patriarch of Bayer and the Patriarchal Council. It contains the entire story of the Pope’s life since he appeared on this earth. Oh! I have a copy of it. Would you like to read it?”

As Heron spoke he took out a clean book from his chest.

I waved my hand while placing my hand on my forehead.

“Okay. Who wants to read their own embarrassing history?”

“What a dark history. It is the history of the great Limen Church and the proud achievements of the Pope.”

“Anyway let’s just get past that. What do you mean by saying I might get angry?”

“Ah that’s….”

Heron then began to tell me about the current situation in Eden.

To summarize his words:

“1. Although there are still heretics and remnants of the Demon King left throughout the continent they have been almost completely eliminated after 10 years.

2. As a result the influence of the Limen Church was significantly reduced and the kingdoms began to express dissatisfaction with the Limen Church.

3. There is a rumor going around that the Limen Order is telling lies using His Holiness the Pope (me) who has not been seen for 10 years as an excuse.

“It’s obvious that the rumor was started by the Kingdom guys.”

“Yes.”

“Isn’t it because the Limen sect keeps interfering with everything they do to fill their bellies?”

“That is correct.”

“Greed is really like that. It’s like asking for the bundle after you saved it from the water. This is why I say the wisdom of our ancestors is truly amazing.”

Heron tilted his head for a moment wondering if there was such a proverb in Eden.

But he soon spoke with a serious expression.

“The atmosphere is not very good.”

“There must be some loud voices among the kingdoms.”

“The Kingdom of Leon and the Kingdom of Ragharn.”

“Ah weren’t they the guys who used to serve water next to me? I heard they became kings.”

“That’s right. I heard that in the kingdom he is praised as a hero who protected this world along with the Holy Pope.”

They say that in the mountains where there are no tigers the fox is king.

That’s exactly what it is.

They’re the ones who used to bang my head whenever I was bored…

Um where did you get the story that I went back to Earth?

They may not have been that big of a group but they must have noticed that they are trying to push our church out like this.

Honestly I didn’t really mind those guys being greedy.

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It is human nature to be greedy.

Now that they have secured their own rice bowls it is time for them to covet other people’s rice bowls.

They say even rivers and mountains change in ten years.

“Those two are taking the lead in pressuring the Limen Cult. What about the other races like elves and dwarves?”

“They still support the Limen sect. Isn’t the being that saved them from the brink of extinction holy?”

“This is why humans who are of the same species are dangerous. Even if other species have gods.”

I have a rough idea of ​​Eden’s situation.

It seems like the recovery efforts are back on track. That’s because the Kingdom guys are starting to move.

I frowned slightly stroking my chin with my hand.

I understand but I don’t feel very good about it.

How can you feel good when those guys are repaying kindness with enmity?

“Your Holiness the Pope.”

While I was lost in thought Heron called out to me cautiously once again.

“Speak comfortably.”

“Completely… So you’ve completely returned to Eden?”

The anticipation on his face.

Even though he was meeting me for the first time I could feel the trust he was sending me.

I couldn’t lie to that person.

“No that’s not it. I just stopped by Eden to find something.”

“ah….”

“But given the situation I guess I’ll have to stop by periodically. We need someone to direct traffic right?”

Still it is a world that occupies a part of my life.

I can’t just sit by and watch the world I saved through all my hardships turn into a mess.

And above all isn’t it the world of Limen?

I’ll have to come up with a plan with Raphael as soon as I get back. Raphael might be able to figure out a way.

No it might be a problem that can be solved by just leaving everyone and looking for Limen.

While I was talking about this and that with Heron.

Heron who had been asking me questions with shining eyes looked out the window and said.

“His Holiness the Pope has arrived.”

“oh.”

Outside the window you can see a simple yet beautiful city.

A castle wall with sacred stones carved here and there.

And the knights standing on the walls with spears in hand.

Was it because Heron had contacted us in advance? In front of our carriage knights who appeared to be the commanders of the knights came out and knelt.

“Your Holiness!”

“Your Holiness!”

The knights standing behind them all raise their swords high in salute.

The swords shine bright white in the bright sunlight.

“The servants of Limen welcome the first apostle appointed by Limen.”

“May the glory of Limen be with His Holiness!”

“May the glory of Limen be with you!”

Saint.

The capital of the territory directly governed by the Limen Order and the city where the Limen Order’s Vatican is located.

And my favorite place in the world.

I finally returned to a city filled with traces of Limen.

2.

It was almost like a parade.

I walked through the walls of the city to the Palais des Papes located in the heart of the city.

It was also a kind of declaration that I had returned to this world.

All the citizens who were staying in the city warmly welcomed me.

Pollen was flying in the sky and some people were even crying when they saw my return.

Of course I felt good because there were so many people welcoming me.

There were so many people that it felt like it took an hour to walk to the main shrine.

I can’t just ignore the people who like me and make me cry right?

So when I arrived at the Vatican under the escort of the Knights Templar I was able to see many welcoming faces.

“Hello His Holiness the Pope.”

“Patriarch Bayer.”

Several archbishops including Patriarch Bayer the Papal Vicar appointed by me.

They welcomed my return with tears in their eyes.

Archbishop Bayer slowly approached me and grabbed my hand.

“I never thought that I would see His Holiness the Pope again in my lifetime.”

“It’s been ten years but Archbishop Bayer doesn’t seem to have aged at all.”

“All of this is thanks to the grace of Limen.”

The old man continued to stroke my hand shedding tears of joy.

When I see him crying I feel sorry for no reason.

These people waited so long for me but I guess they didn’t think much of Eden.

Archbishop Bayer looked at me for a long time smiling happily. Then he slowly let go of my hand and said

“Your Majesty’s office is still empty. It is always kept clean so I will take you there first.”

“Why did you clean it so thoroughly when it’s not even being used? Archbishop Bayer should use it. It’s not like it wears out from being used. Oh but does the desk wear out?”

“Your Majesty you remain the same. I will serve you personally.”

“Can I ask you a favor?”

“I want to show you how much the Vatican has changed over the years.”

“Then let’s go for a walk together.”

Archbishop Bayer seemed to immediately understand what I meant.

He turned his head and spoke to the archbishops behind him.

“Your Majesty I will take a brief tour of the Vatican. So everyone please go to your respective positions and do your assigned duties.”

“Yes Your Grace.”

The archbishops obediently followed the orders of the patriarch but did not hide their regret.

All the archbishops are my comrades who fought on the battlefield with me.

How can I just sit back and watch those people get upset?

“Let’s all have dinner together later everyone. I have a lot to ask the Patriarch. I also want to eat Vatican food for the first time in a while.”

Then their faces brighten.

“I will make sure to prepare thoroughly!”

“Yes Your Majesty!”

If you look at it this way aren’t people really that innocent?

He said he was so happy when I suggested we eat together.

I gave them a quick wave and then walked through the Vatican with Patriarch Bayer.

“I’m sorry I haven’t been paying attention to you for so long.”

“no.”

“Archbishop Arappart sends his regards. Luna Leo and Lis. Those who came over from Eden are doing very well.”

“It’s already been ten years since they left this land. Time really flies.”

Archbishop Bayer nodded with a faint smile.

The gap that 10 years brought about could not be ignored.

Perhaps Patriarch Bayer also had a hard time leading the Vatican without me.

Archbishop Leo Luna Laparte.

And a thousand knights who willingly came to Earth for me.

There must have been problems since the powers that would lead the future of the Vatican came to Earth.

Nevertheless Archbishop Bayer welcomed me with a smile.

That made me even more grateful.

That’s why I felt even more sorry.

“Patriarch Bayer.”

“Yes Your Majesty.”

“I think I’ll go back in about a week.”

That’s why I didn’t want to lie to you. I didn’t want to give you false hope that I would be with you.

It might have been a sad thing to say but Archbishop Bayer smiled and nodded.

“We are just happy that Your Majesty has come here again.”

“There is something to be found here.”

“Whatever it is Your Majesty will surely find it. That is the kind of person You are.”

He smiled and nodded and began to show me around the Vatican.

Compared to 10 years ago what has been improved and what is being done?

What are your plans for the future?

Although he was an old man well into his eighties by now he was still full of energy.

As I followed his guidance I soon arrived in front of my office.

Archbishop Bayer opened the door to my office and said:

“I am very worried because the movements of the fortress kingdoms are unusual.”

“is it so?”

“Yes that’s right.”

Anyway I plan to look for traces of Limen in the castle for a few days.

Since this was the place where the most of Limen’s relics were found if there are any traces they are likely to be here.

And if you’re planning on staying here for a while… I thought it wouldn’t be a bad idea to do a few things as the pope after a long time.

I nodded as I sat down in my chair for the first time in a long time.

And he said to Archbishop Bayer:

“While I’m here I’d like to do my part as the Pope.”

“If you call it a role….”

“I guess I should help you with traffic control. It’s annoying.”

He looked at the continental map hanging on one side of the office and smiled.

“As the Pope of the Limen Church I will meet with the King of Leon Kingdom and the King of Ragharn Kingdom. Please send them a letter with the Pope’s seal. The contents of the letter should be: Come back immediately within 10 hours before I get there… I think that should be about right.”

Disorganized discipline can be corrected.

I raised the corners of my lips slightly.

A week in Eden would be very rewarding I think.

Our Pope please stop this