Chapter 295 The Villain Lady Arrives 123

Chapter 295 The Villain Lady Arrives 123

Saint Alice gently stroked the holy emblem on her chest, her eyes flashing with determination. "The Archbishop is right. Anger cannot solve the problem. We should use this time to properly arrange the evacuation and ensure that every member of the church can return to the headquarters safely."

Aidan's mood eased a little after hearing this, but he still couldn't hide his dissatisfaction: "But are we just going to give up like this? The people of Lanster also need our guidance and protection!"

The archbishop shook his head slightly, his tone filled with helplessness and understanding: "Aidan, we have never given up on anyone. But the spread and protection of faith is not achieved overnight, nor can it be achieved by coercion or force. Although King Lanster's decision makes us sad, it also reminds us that true faith is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, not attached to power or territory."

Alice took over the conversation, her voice soft but firm: "Moreover, this incident also gives us an opportunity to reflect. Perhaps our past approach was too direct, neglecting communication and understanding with people of different faiths. In the future, we should pay more attention to the exchange and integration of the soul, and let love and light become the bridge connecting all life."

Aidan was silent for a moment, as if he was digesting the words of the two. Finally, he sighed, and his tone was a little relieved: "You are right, I was too impulsive. I will do my best to assist in the evacuation work, and I will also reflect on my words and deeds, and find a more gentle and effective way to spread the faith."

Aidan's thoughts seemed to be swept away by a sudden wind, passing through the mist of memory and returning to that sacred and solemn moment - the moment when he first listened to the oracle. The oracle's voice was clear and firm, like the brightest star in the sky, guiding him and the Church of Light in the direction of progress:

"Spreading love and light to the Kingdom of Lanster" is not only a task, but also a mission. It is his innate responsibility.

At this moment, facing the determination of King Lanster and the evacuation order of the Church of Light, Aidan's heart was filled with unprecedented contradictions and struggles. He looked out the window, the afterglow of the setting sun had gradually dissipated, and the night fell quietly, as if even the sky was mourning for this sudden change.

"Archbishop, I..." Aidan's voice was a little choked. He took a deep breath and tried to calm his heart. "I remembered the oracle. It clearly instructed us to bring faith to Lanst. But now, we are forced to leave. How can I explain this to God?"

Hearing this, a complex emotion flashed in the Archbishop's eyes. He sighed softly, his tone full of understanding and helplessness: "Aidan, I understand your confusion and pain. The oracle is indeed a guide for our actions, but things are unpredictable. Sometimes, we must learn to find new paths in adversity."

He stood up, slowly walked to the window, and stared at the night sky outside, as if he was talking to the stars:

"The greatness of the gods lies not only in their power, but also in their wisdom and mercy. They do not ask us to blindly follow orders, but hope that when we face difficulties, we can use our own judgment and courage to find the most suitable solution."

Aidan nodded thoughtfully after hearing this, but the doubts in his heart had not completely dissipated: "But if we really leave like this, what will happen to the people of Lanster? Will they always live in darkness and confusion?"

The Archbishop turned around, his eyes gentle but firm: "Aidan, you have forgotten the most important point - the power of faith is infinite. It does not depend on where we are, but on the belief and persistence in our hearts. Even if we leave temporarily, as long as the people of Lanster still have a desire for light and love in their hearts, they will be able to find their own path."

He paused and continued, "Moreover, the oracle did not say how we must preach. Perhaps this evacuation is a test from the gods for us, so that we can learn to spread faith in a more flexible and inclusive way. We can establish a new base on the border of Lanster and continue to spread the message of love and light to the people of Lanster through books, letters, and even word of mouth."

Saint Alice also joined the conversation, her voice soft but powerful: "The Archbishop is right. The spread of faith is not just a geographical expansion, but also an awakening and resonance of the soul. We can use this time to strengthen our internal practice and unity, enhance our own spiritual strength, and influence and change the world with greater enthusiasm and firmer faith."

As Aidan listened to the two's words, the fog in his heart gradually dissipated, replaced by an unprecedented clarity and determination. He stood up, his eyes sparkling: "I understand! We will not give up the people of Lanster, nor will we give up our faith and mission. We will take root in a new place, use our wisdom and courage, and continue to spread love and light until the people of Lanster can feel our presence and power again."

In the following days, the Church of Light began intensive evacuation and reconstruction work. Saint Aidan personally led the team to establish a new base on the edge of the Kingdom of Lanster. They repaired the dilapidated church, established a library and school, and began to collect and organize books and materials on the teachings of light, preparing to spread them to the people of Lanster through various channels.

As night fell, the camp of the Church of Light gradually became quiet, but the busy figures in the camp did not stop. Saint Aidan and several core members sat around the candlelight. The outline of the Kingdom of Lanster on the map appeared particularly clear in the dim light. Their faces showed both worries about the future and determination for their mission.

"We must formulate a careful plan," Aidan said in a deep voice, his eyes flashing with unquestionable determination, "to ensure the smooth evacuation and pave the way for subsequent missionary work in Lanster."

The archbishop nodded in agreement, and he slowly unfolded a roll of parchment, which densely recorded the resources and connections that the Church of Light had accumulated in Lanster over the years. "We can use these informants and believers hidden among the people to establish a secret network. Through them, we can pass on information and even carry out small-scale missionary activities."

Saint Alice added: "We can also make some easy-to-carry pamphlets that record the core ideas of the doctrine of light and some simple spiritual practice methods. These pamphlets can be quietly introduced into Lanster through merchants, travelers and other channels."

Aidan's eyes flashed with appreciation when he heard this. "Good idea, Alice. But we still need to consider how to avoid being noticed by the Lanster royal family. After all, their spies are everywhere."

The archbishop pondered for a moment and proposed a plan: "We can use encryption to hide the content of the doctrine in seemingly insignificant poems, stories, or folk tales. In this way, even if the booklet falls into the hands of others, it will not easily reveal our true intentions."

The discussion lasted until late at night, and every detail was repeatedly scrutinized to ensure that the plan was foolproof. In the end, a secret missionary plan called "Hidden Light" came into being.