Chapter 212
In the Bellius Empire, the “temple” did not hold much real power.
Part of the reason was that the founding emperor did not rely on religion to establish the nation. ◈ Nоvеlіgһт ◈ (Continue reading) But even before its founding, each region already had its own powerful influences.
Moreover, most of them worshiped their own deities.
Still, a few of the past emperors had attempted cultural unification by building temples across the Empire, giving religion a mild revival that allowed its presence to linger.
Because of that, temples had never been particularly notable throughout history.
But today, this temple was unusually busy.
Even nobles who rarely attended prayer days had swarmed in, and as a result, the offering box filled faster than ever before.
The reason? This very temple was where Viscount Olor’s son had requested a Ceremony of Honor.
“The ceremony will begin shortly.”
“Please take your seats.”
The priests guided the noisy nobles to their seats and urged them to remain quiet. The priests, busier than they had been in ages, were drenched in sweat.
“Have you heard?” whispered a noble young lady, glancing around before carefully speaking up.
