"We know very little about those impure ones from the Abyss. The Abyss has always been a breeding ground for darkness and evil; they may carry the curse of the Abyss and a dark aura."
"And that Giant Dragon is a powerful and wild lower creature, burdened with deep sins, which will surely affect others."
"Their power is difficult to control. Once they enter the Holy City, they might disrupt its peace!"
"In my opinion, such dangerous elents must not be allowed to enter the Holy City!"
The Golden Robed Bishop was quite firm, protesting unreservedly.
And after he finished speaking, Herbert keenly observed that at least half of the others in attendance were nodding slightly in agreent.
These people held the sa view, with the Golden Robed Bishop rely acting as their spokesperson.
Before Herbert could open his mouth to explain, the bishop from the opposing faction spoke up as well.
"Honorable Bishop Collier, I understand your concerns, but we cannot refuse them rely because of their origin."
A female bishop in a crimson robe stood up and said calmly, "Those two nuns may be of the Alien Race from the Abyss, but that was not their choice."
"The Abyss constantly interferes with them, yet they ultimately chose to defy fate and uphold their own will."
"Though dwelling in darkness, their hearts yearn for the light. Isn't that worthy of encouragent?"
"As for the Giant Dragon, we should embrace it, even form a contract, so its great power becos an ally against the darkness."
"Our Lord's teachings include tolerance and redemption; we should not shut any companions out."
Compared to the passionate zeal of the hardliners, Bishop Evelyn remained composed, neither arrogant nor impatient.
She rely laid out the pros and cons, presenting her perspective.
Bishop Collier furrowed his brow and imdiately retorted, "Bishop Evelyn, you are too naïve! The power of the Abyss is imasurable. How can you be sure they are not moles sent by the Abyss?"
"Letting them into the Holy City would be like planting a dark seed in our garden!"
"And that Giant Dragon, didn't you see how dangerous it is! How long can a so-called contract restrain it? Once it goes berserk, the Holy City will suffer great losses."
His words were direct, doubting Valentina and her group right in front of Herbert.
But Herbert didn't feel angry; he found the scene rather interesting.
Because he could tell that the other party's words weren't truly ant to attack them, but to use the opportunity to target another faction.
Is this... party infighting?
Clearly, even within the Sun Church, there are different factions, each vying for true leadership.
Herbert and his group were rely a pretext for attack; the sa would apply to any other group or issue, with no difference.
Sure enough, without needing Herbert to speak, Bishop Evelyn shook her head gently and responded, "Bishop Collier, is our faith so fragile?"
"If we don't even dare accept nuns and a Giant Dragon seeking the light, how can we demonstrate the greatness of the Sun God to the world?"
"We have many clergy and strong Magic Protection. Can we not supervise and guide these Alien Race individuals?"
"Or have you... already lost your confidence?"
Thud!
"Supervision? Guidance? Bishop Evelyn, get a grip! You're gambling with the safety of the Holy City!"
Bishop Collier stomped his foot fiercely, his voice rising even higher, "We cannot take such a risk. Even if there is just a sliver of danger, we should not allow it."
Thud!
Bishop Evelyn also stepped forward, her face still calm but her eyes showing anger, and she raised her voice as well, "Sir! Get a grip as well, without risk there is no reward!"
"If we always remain conservative, the Holy City will forever be confined here, never truly spreading our Lord's faith further!"
"This is cowardice! You are bringing sha upon our Lord!"
Collier's brow furrowed deeply as he shouted angrily, "What did you say?"
Evelyn did not respond, rely looking back at him calmly, silently expressing her stance.
Though it seed that only the two were arguing, they actually represented a microcosm of the entire Sun Church's conservative versus progressive factions.
Collier and his group adhered to the ancient teachings of the Sun God, aiming to eradicate all evil.
While Evelyn and her group sought to further develop the teachings, accepting new possibilities while also eradicating evil.
One side was conservative and aggressive; the other was open-minded and inclusive.
Seeing the two were about to continue their argunt, with a seemingly escalating trend, bystander Herbert finally raised his head to look at the Guard Captain.
Hey, why are you just watching?
Aren't you going to intervene?
"Ahem!"
Finally, the Guard Captain cleared his throat, interrupting their quarrel, and said coldly, "Enough, stop arguing."
"I have already made a decision."
The Guard Captain nodded slightly towards Herbert and said calmly, "Cultivator Herbert, I understand your request."
"Since your followers have recognized their sins and are willing to atone for them, that is certainly excellent."
"Our Lord is rciful, and the Holy City will welco those like them who have returned from their wayward paths."
"They are allowed to enter Solantis."
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