I was hiding from gods and demons at the beginning, but it turned out that I was the boss

Sumujie was so surprised that he almost dropped the teapot in his hand.

How can you just talk about heavenly punishment...

He knew that Su Mucheng, now Li Qi, was very capable, but he didn't expect that he could still provoke Heaven.

What bad thing did you do?

Glancing at the other party's dark and ascetic face, Su Mujie gave up the idea of ​​asking. He clearly didn't want to explain.

Li Qi used his spiritual power to practice for a while, and his condition improved. However, every part of his organs hurt, and it would be difficult for the injury to heal within two weeks.

He lay on the sofa and drank a cup of valuable healing herbal tea, which made his body feel much more relaxed.

"Did you tell her that I changed my soul? How much did you tell her about Lorendel-related things?"

Su Mujie was stunned after hearing this. Li Qi's tone was not very good, and his face was already charred...

"Ahem, she forced herself to visit you last time, but I didn't stop her. It was she who discovered that the one lying there had changed his soul."

"I haven't said anything about Lorendel. She may have guessed something based on what happened when you blocked a knife for Lorendel in Sadala's confrontation with Aiden."

Li Qi looked at him coldly, "You picked it clean. I'm going back to the imperial capital today, but you are the only one who knows about it in the temple."

Su Mujie touched the tip of his nose with his finger, "She always wanted to find you. I stopped her several times, but finally I couldn't get her to agree to tell her that you were coming back."

"After meeting you, she may give up."

Li Qi lowered his eyes and said, "I hope it will be safer if she doesn't get involved with me."

Su Mujie nodded in understanding and changed the subject, "How are you over there? Lorendel doesn't seem to recognize you. She doesn't seem to be that strict with her subordinates."

Li Qi said lightly: "It's hard to tell whether she recognizes me, but she will indeed give enough trust and freedom to useful people, and she is brave enough not to be afraid of death."

Um? Not afraid of death……

Su Mujie felt that there was something in Li Qi's words, but he didn't ask further.

He is more concerned about the future trend of the state religion.

"This year, only some provinces have paid tuition fees, and the materials donated to the temple have also been much less."

"Only Medes is the only one in the south. Lorenzo secretly sent people to promote it. Now his reputation is gradually improving within the church. Some people think that he has taught Lorendel carefully and has contributed to the world and the temple."

"In addition, Admiral Tasril gave the temple a considerable teaching fee to publicize His Highness the Third Prince's achievements in rescuing the people in Sadara, and to predict that he would succeed to the throne and that Lanze would be in peace and prosperity."

"I haven't given an answer to the royal family on this matter yet, what do you think should be done?"

Li Qi frowned and thought for a while, then said, "Reduce local expenditures where teaching fees are not paid, halve the weekly charity food distribution in the temple, and spread the news covertly that the local provincial government does not support the church's deduction of teaching fees."

"Lorenzo's pious attitude towards the temple can be promoted more. By the way, Lorenzo will be brought with him. The temple in Sac City will be rebuilt soon. It will serve as an important branch of the state religion and promote it to believers."

"As for the Third Highness...this achievement can help expand his influence. The prophecy is temporarily suspended. At most, his succession and personal abilities will be affirmed."

"The temples in Tasril's territory have been suppressed. Capable priests will be transferred to Sadala and treated favorably."

Sumujie wrote down his order carefully and was secretly shocked.

In Li Qi's mind, Lorenzo and Lorendel would have a greater chance of winning in the future.

It's probably because Lorendel is the incarnation of the goddess. The tilt direction of the temple in the future will probably be based on Lorendel.

……

On the other side, Qingtian led a group of people into the palace.

Taslier did not summon her immediately, but asked Morton Doer's eldest son Dougal to lead his adjutants to accompany Qingtian to familiarize herself with the ceremony and handle the relevant procedures.

As the eldest son of Duke Morton, Morton Dougal, like his father, has a good reputation in the court over the years and is excellent in government affairs. As the deputy speaker of the cabinet, Taslier is very important and is an important candidate for the future cabinet minister.

Qingtian was slightly happy when she saw him in the government affairs hall of the palace.

Eight years ago, she left the imperial capital Dougal and was already an adult. After three or four years of cultivation, she reached the heavenly level. Her appearance actually changed little, but she was more calm and restrained than before.

Dougal, who has light brown hair, cool white skin and green eyes, has the good genes of the Morton family and is handsome and tall.

Qingtian hasn't seen this "brother" for a long time. He thought he was very kind to Yilan back then. Although he didn't talk much, he was very gentle.

Now that I met him again, Qingtian felt a little warm and his expression softened a bit.

Before coming, Morton Dougal was a little confused about His Highness asking him to receive the new Viscount.

With his current status and position, he shouldn't do this kind of thing. The court has a special ceremonial officer in charge of this.

But he knew that His Highness the Third Prince had worked with Miss Lauren in Sadara, and it was said that the two had a very good relationship...

In addition, Miss Loren is the darling of the temple, the adopted daughter of Lord Lorenzo, and she is also very well-known among the people. This should be the reason why His Highness attaches great importance to her and allows him to receive her personally.

A capable young woman who can be loved by everyone is indeed worth getting to know.

With this thought in mind, Dougal finally met the target of the mission.

Facing the warm gaze of the sunny spring breeze, his face stiffened, and he felt strangely that this young lady was not stable enough.

"Ahem, hello, Viscount Lorendale, I am the Deputy Speaker of the Cabinet, Morton Dougal."

Qingtian looked at him with a smile, and felt very happy when she found that the "eldest brother" was actually a little embarrassed.

He is very much like Duke Morton, serious and traditional, with a pure family tradition.

"Hello, Deputy Speaker Dougal."

Qingtian stretched out her hand and shook his hand, but her eyes were too hot and her appearance was too aggressive, which made Dougal feel that her hand was a little hot.

Dougal curled his lips.

It is better for women to be more dignified, after all, we are not familiar with each other...

Next, he took Qingtian to the palace meeting hall to familiarize himself with the ceremony process tomorrow.

After that, the two went to the cabinet to go through all the procedures for Qingtian to become a lord.

Dougal personally introduced the political structure of the court, the obligations and responsibilities that a lord should perform towards the royal family, etc.

After the task was basically completed, Dougal breathed a tired sigh of relief.

"Viscount Laurent, this is what I will introduce today. I will give you a piece of information. You can go back and study slowly."

Qingtian suppressed a smile, but Dougal kept a serious face when facing her, who seemed to be under a lot of pressure.

Today is considered "induction training" to make yourself a lord who is dedicated to the royal family.

"Thank you very much for your help. As the newly appointed lord, it is my wish to maintain the stability of the royal family, the peace of Lanze, and create the prosperity of the empire. I will shoulder my responsibilities."

Dougal nodded and said what he said in the women's scene was quite right, so he looked like a competent lord.

"Have we finished talking about business now?" Qingtian asked with a smile.

Dougal was so laughed that his heart tightened, and he felt that the way Miss Laurent looked at him was not right, "The conversation is over."

Qingtian nodded. It was rare to meet him and talk about the parents' shortcomings.

"I heard that Duke Morton is not in good health. How is he doing lately? I brought some local specialties from Sadara and wanted to pay him a visit."

Dougal frowned and said, "My father had a heart attack some time ago. He was recuperating with his mother at the beach recently. You may not be able to see him anymore."

Qingtian showed a pityful expression, "That's really unfortunate. I hope he gets better soon. By the way, I heard that your brother is in the royal guard. Is he in the palace today?"

Dougal showed a hint of alertness, "He happened to be on vacation today. I didn't expect Viscount Laurent to pay attention to my brother."

Qingtian said: "I am friends with Princess Morton, and she has talked about you before."

Dougal rolled his eyes. Mei Li had mentioned Lorendel, but her face looked a little weird when she said it. She didn't want to say more when her second brother asked her again.

At that time, he and his second brother speculated that Meili's avoidance of the question was due to the unusual relationship between Lorendel and His Highness the Third.

Because His Highness the Third Prince had previously personally given many jewels from the royal collection to Lorendel as a promotion gift...

Later, the special relationship between Lorenzo and Lorendel was revealed, and the two brothers felt relieved.

But now that she has arrived in the imperial capital, Dougal is a little nervous.

"My sister did mention you."

Qingtian hummed and suddenly thought of a question.