NABC Chapter 118 – Priests
Chapter 118 – Priests
Chapter 118 – Priests
"Hey Petra... what's the best way to go about this? I may have been joking but making them disappear could actually be the play here"
While we're walking over to the inn the priests are apparently staying at, can't help but think about this a little more. We were always going to make enemies with the monastery at some point but I'm thinking how to delay this even longer, it's not like we've got an extensive guard force and militia set up to defeat them right now. Well, it's a decent size but nothing extraordinary.
As for why it's only us two now, Penelope's finally doing some actual guild work for once and Ariza's probably gone to flaunt her new body off to Zeki. They basically are siblings despite them not being blood related but I'm not really sure why I'm recapping that, I don't care what they get up to nor are we babysitters for Ariza. Ah, let's just focus on Petra, we can always hold hands while going over there.
"Not too sure Ikarus, we can handle them if you want but let's just hear them out first. Heh, just had an idea so go along with me if I take the lead, please?"
"Sure sure"
Hey, we may have slightly differing opinions on how to go about this but I do seem to be the more cautious one out of us two, maybe too much at times so I'll let her decide what to do.
Arriving at the building, this place is probably the worst inn within our settlement. It's not bad or illegal or anything like that, just you get what you pay for so it's more for the cheaper style of travellers or just workers without a place to sleep. Despite all this, it's pretty packed to be fair, I don't think I've seen a place this filled around here yet.
Walking through the bustling place, it seems we're noticed before we notice the priests.
"Ah, it's the two leaders we've heard so much about, happy greetings to you"
"Blessings on you sisters, please take a seat if it doesn't take too much of your time"
Sitting at a table, we're greeted by two happily smiling priests actually being kind. Am I hearing this right or are these two being pretty respectful? Everyone in this place knows about our 'sinful' ways and the town seems to embrace the fact they basically have lesbian leaders so they should've already heard about that by now. Also... I think that's the first time I've actually referred to us as being lesbians, that word feels kinda weird to use but can't exactly deny it's true...
Anyways, we take a seat and Petra kicks off our response.
"What do you want priests? We have no time for such pointless meetings"
She's really having none of it though it seems, maybe she thinks they're putting on a fake façade but then again, I'm pretty sure she's toying with them too. Don't forget, she literally just told me we're going to play this peacefully for now.
"Ah, I can see this is going to be a little difficult, we mean you two and your people no disrespect nor any ill harm"
"We're hoping we can teach you and your people the ways of the one true God, this place is crying for his affection and a holy place of worship"
Ohhh... they're taking a much calmer approach simply because they want to guide us on the path of redemption or something stupid like that. I'm actually not opposed to having churches for regular folk but the issue with their religion is it's factually incorrect, I've literally spoken to three Gods already! Of course, I'm ignoring the fact about the same sex thing as well, any religion we allow would have to keep that in mind otherwise they may end up with the same fate these lot are going to receive someday.
"Heh... could you stand with me one second Ikarus? You won't regret it, promise"
What is she thinking of doing? Are we leaving now or something?
Doing as she asks, I follow Petra getting up off the table, she does something completely unexpected. Right in the front of the inn that's basically packed, she goes in for a kiss. Ah! I think I know what she's doing, even I'm not that dense.
As soon as our lips meet, Petra somehow surprises me even further basically turning our kiss way more passionate than I expected basically causing me to nearly fall backwards into her holding arms! This position reminds me of an old well known black and white photo of a sailor kissing a random stranger after the war ended, my mind is so freaking odd at times but I'm definitely enjoying this regardless except... erm. I get the point she's making but damn, this is embarrassing, this place is actually full and people are definitely looking at us! Urgh, most onlookers are even smiling, just ignore us already!
"Heh, enjoy that Ikarus?"
"Y-Yeah"
"How long do you think we have before they become a real issue though? It's going to become a problem at some point, right?"
"Honestly... not sure Ikarus but we should be fine for the immediate future, we're not the only sinners they're targeting as well keep in mind, they normally prefer going for the weaker targets first. Heh, don't forget, it's not like we can't just fly over there and destroy the monastery in a heartbeat in they try anything too bold"
Yeah... I guess I'm overthinking about something again, is that really a surprise though? Leaving those priests is of no concern and it's not like we don't have a happy island backing us up. They could do with more combat training behind the scenes though but Marcus does have an eye for decent soldiers which is pretty odd though.
"Still, we should probably start helping out with the training of new guards just in case something happens when or if we're travelling"
"Heh, of course Ikarus, we haven't trained in a while as well thinking about it"
Oh yeah, I guess we've got some time to train later on today, I'd rather have some cuddly time since we've still really only just gotten back but oh well. It's not I'll be forgetting that sailors kiss anytime soon...
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After having a quick training session inside my head, I'm always the master at making something sound weirder than it is since it's just that realm ability, we continued doing our duties for the day and wouldn't you know it, the new district that's been under construction is complete! We've just arrived over there since Marcus got someone to send for us.
"I've already done the speech and the ceremony; it's would just be a nice idea if you two were to do the honours"
"Want to do it together Ikarus?"
Marcus thought it would be a good idea to open up the new district like that thing mayor's do with the scissors and cutting the long red ribbon, it's really pointless but Petra seemed to like the suggestion he made. Also, a small crowd has gathered around here as well, these should be the new workers about to inhabit these building so it's not really that official, I guess. It's strange that such a tradition carries is shared in this world too though.
Like I slightly mentioned a while ago, the main buildings are the hospital, town hall, guard barracks, treasury and a general leaders place that can be used for living in, it's not a palace or royal building though! I have to specify that because I'm pretty sure I heard someone make a joke about the two queens again walking by when we came over here. It seemed to be made in a nice way but I can already tell where this is leading...
As for the architecture behind the new buildings, it's really a mix up and hybrid between medieval stone, Viking log cabins and mixed with a bit of dwarven structural integrity. If you're struggling to imagine that, just imagine logs with sturdy solid stone and leave it at that since it's difficult to describe but looks pretty cool. I could go more into detail on like how the hospital is more like a clinic and none of the buildings are comparable in size to modern Earth buildings but that should be expected, it's not exactly like we can build a freaking hospital that holds thousands of people. Maybe someday though but Ariza is going to love that place.
"Nah, I'm good thanks Petra"
"Heh, don't be boring and cut it with me Ikarus"
"Fineee"
And just like that, we both do the stupid cutting the ribbon thing that literally is meaningless especially when some of the buildings are already in use. Oh well, it'll be nice to have an actual town hall where we can have proper meetings now, won't need to keep renting out inn rooms as well now. Might need to hire a chef or two to cook for us when working a lot but it's not like there's restaurants of cafes all around the place, pretty sure another one of the new buildings is going to be used for something like that as well. I only listed off the ones I know about after all.
A round of applause follows and just as we're about to leave from the district unveiling, both Petra and Marcus look a little concerned about something.
"Erm... Ikarus, is this a surprise or did you know about this visit?"
"*Sigh*... can't believe I didn't feel that till just now, he couldn't have picked a better time?"
"What are you two... oh for the love of God! What the actual fuck is he doing here!?"
Literally flapping his wings above us is a black grumpy dragon who for some reason seems to think it's a good idea to show himself right in front of everyone! I know a brilliant idea, let's just reveal that I have dragon parents to everyone here! Why the fuck has he just shown up revelling himself like this? Something serious better be going on since there's no reason father should be doing this.
'Sighhh... let's stop moaning and get on with it now, it was never going to remain a secret forever...'