It wasn't just Rockefeller who was happy about this.
His wife, Sylvia, was also delighted, and all of Rockefeller's other siblings sent congratulatory messages to him as well.
It was just before the dawn of a new era.
'Not long now, and my world will unfold.'
If the Pope and the Emperor were his friends, the world would naturally be favorable to him.
'This way, I can easily gather an army for the upcoming Gold Vein War.'
The royal family could not ignore the defense of the Montefeltro territory held by the Rothsmedici family, and the Church could also raise an army to protect the diocese from the invading Dwarves.
'Either way, it's definitely good for me.'
Rockefeller immediately went to the Papal Court at the invitation of Bishop Verkis, who was elected as the next Pope.
There, Rockefeller was able to meet Pope Francis II, who was formerly Bishop Verkis.
"You've arrived!"
No one was more welcoming to Rockefeller than Pope Francis II.
"Congratulations. You've finally achieved what you wanted."
"What have I done? It's all thanks to you."
Pope Francis II began to speak about the facts he learned while exchanging letters with Rockefeller.
"Your wife is pregnant? You will soon be a father of a child. Congratulations in advance."
"Thank you, Your Holiness."
"Ha ha, it's still awkward. I've been called Bishop all this time, and now I'm hearing the name of His Holiness. I can't tell you how awkward it is."
"It's a good thing."
"Yes, it is a good thing. I really don't know if this is a dream or not. I can't believe I've come this far. Just a few months ago, I couldn't even imagine it."
Pope Francis II, who didn't know the truth, couldn't help but feel sorry for the sudden death of the previous Pope.
"Due to the sudden departure of the previous Pope..."
It wasn't without guilt, but it couldn't be said in this place.
"I also feel deeply saddened by that."
"It's a pity, but what can we do if that's heaven's will? At least he went to be with St. John, so we should be happy."
After some more conversation, Rockefeller began to get to the point.
"I'm here because Your Holiness called me."
Pope Francis II knew what Rockefeller was trying to say.
He had pushed for it with all his might because it had a purpose.
"I know what you're trying to say. But don't worry. Didn't I promise you too?"
That's what he said.
"A person should keep their promises. If you're asking about the Ismail family, don't worry too much. I'm planning to gradually change the Church's stance on Ismail from now on."
"Isn't that difficult? It's been shunned for so long that I don't think it's easy to change the Church's stance right away."
At that, Pope Francis II smiled.
"It's difficult. But who would dare say anything with you around? Even the believers who supported me were more attentive to you than me."
Rockefeller couldn't help but smile inwardly.
The reason why Bishop Verkis was supported within the Church was because they were afraid of him, who could determine the interest rate.
"Is that so? But now they'll pay more attention to Your Holiness. How important could a banker like me be?"
"But aren't you the one giving the interest? Even if they're watching me now, they'll still be watching you because you're the one giving the interest."
As Rockefeller bowed his head modestly, Pope Francis II continued.
"Anyway, don't worry too much about the 2nd Prince. As far as I know, the Crown War isn't over yet. What's the current progress? I'm so busy with this side of things that I can't focus."
"Both Princes are currently fighting fiercely. It's a situation where no one knows who will win. However, due to the long battle, both Prince factions are greatly exhausted."
"What about the 2nd Prince?"
"The 2nd Prince is hiding for now, avoiding the fight between the two Princes. He's waiting for the right time."
"What kind of time are you talking about?"
Rockefeller subtly smiled.
"To be honest, it's now. Since the Church has clearly taken a stance, I can also wholeheartedly support His Highness the 2nd Prince."
"Hmm..."
Pope Francis II, who was deep in thought, spoke.
"Throughout history, the Church has intervened in the Crown War. That way, the royal family could watch our moves, and we could also say what we needed."
"I've heard that the Princes who won the Crown War with the help of the Church were greatly influenced by the Church."
Rockefeller asked.
"Are you thinking of supporting His Highness the 2nd Prince?"
"Shouldn't I be in agreement with you? If you're pushing for the 2nd Prince, it's only right for me to support the 2nd Prince as well."
"I see."
After thinking briefly, Rockefeller began to nod his head.
'With the Pope's backing, it's guaranteed.'
The Church itself could also summon an army for military purposes.
In this case, everyone was afraid of the sacred army that received the blessing of God.
'It's a winning game anyway, but it's going to be more fun like this.'
Originally, in the novel, the Church was a force that opposed the 2nd Prince until the end.
However, as Rockefeller intervened and changed the Church's position, the Church and the Pope became the staunch allies of the 2nd Prince, unlike the previous content of the novel.
"Great. Let's declare our support for the 2nd Prince together. And if we push for him wholeheartedly..."
If he could make a Pope, why not an Emperor?
Rockefeller continued with that thought.
"Will His Highness the 2nd Prince not become the next Emperor?"
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huhh?? whatt? he will become father?
ReplyDeleteso fast!? i didnt skip any chapter, right? from planning to married, then suddenly become wife, and now already pregnant? all within 3 chapters?
Yeah seems way too skipped over.
DeleteWell, its because the novel is focusing on money making not baby making.
DeleteIts political marriage anyway so, eh.
The novel is comparatively short, chapter count wise, with other Isekai novel so you can guess the author doesn't beat around the bush.
So glad there were no romantic or bedroom scenes. Good job author san
ReplyDeleteI feel the author just got lazy and just wants to finish the novel. There are too many things skipped as compared the beginning chapters. We know nothing of his siblings, especially Andrew and his wife. What went on with his knight training and also the situation with his territory.
ReplyDeleteIs he going to be a father?
ReplyDeleteI really need more details about his private life and his romance with Sylvie