After passing through a corridor adorned with crystal chandeliers, Jean Saintfield arrived at the most sacred site of the Holy City.
There, an old man holding a scepter was regarding him from a lofty position.
The current Pope, the Silver-bearded Bishop.
This was the supreme ruler of the Ashen Church today.
As an old and established force that had founded Universe Company, the Ashen Church had always been the most unique, seldom engaging in the power struggles among the various consortia. Only during some crucial meetings concerning the entire company could you see these old men appear.
This was Jean Saintfield's first meeting with the Pope.
Before the death of Saintfield VI, he had not possessed the clearance to attend these core meetings.
"You bring news of the Dark Night,"
the Pope stated bluntly.
"Ah, yes."
