Chapter 131: The Blessing of the Supreme God
Southeastern Major Diocese of the Empire, Church of the Prophet.
“In the name of the Supreme God, I swear here upon this sacred ground—
I am willing to become the sword and shield beneath Your divine throne, to defend Your glory with my blood, and to practice the truth You have bestowed.
If I stray from Your path, may You guide me back with Your staff.
If I grow weak and lost, may You urge me forward with Your staff.
I shall cherish Your blessing, uphold Your glory, and never turn my back upon Your law.
If I violate this oath, may You reclaim my life, let my name be forever shamed, and deny my soul all forgiveness!
O Supreme God who was, who is, and who ever shall be above, may You witness my heart.”
Leon knelt on one knee before the statue in the cathedral and completed his oath under the witness of Archbishop Miller, who held the Holy Scripture in his hands. Two bishops on duty stood at different positions around the altar in preparation, and two officially appointed knights guarded the inner side of the church doors.