I Was Reincarnated as a Commoner. I Can’t Stand Living Like This, so I’ll Become an Aristocrat! C104 Part3

 Side story: Shining Goddess Statue Part 2 (Alexis' point of view)

After waiting for a while, it seemed like everything had finally been arranged and we arrived at the central church. There were a lot of commoners outside, but the prayer room seemed to have been completely cleared of people and was quiet. 

When I entered the prayer room, the goddess statue was not shining. I've only been here once, but it looks like nothing has changed. 

"It doesn't seem to be glowing right now. When was the last time it lit up?"

“About 30 minutes ago.”

"Is there a rule about how often it lights up?"

"There doesn't seem to be any rule at the moment. Sometimes it lights up for a few minutes, sometimes it lights up for an hour."

"Really"

Well, I don't know how long I have to wait for it to shine. Looking at it like this, there doesn't seem to be anything unusual, but...does it really shine? I can't believe it until I actually see it. 

That's when I thought about it. Suddenly, the statue of the goddess began to emit a divine light, and the light became stronger and stronger. 

It's amazing... It's a sacred light that cleanses your soul. The light is strong, but it doesn't feel dazzling. 

It's a light that makes you feel some kind of kindness. My eyes were drawn to the light and I continued to stare at it for a while. 

“Richard, this is amazing.”

"Yes...honestly, I didn't expect it to be this great."

“Me too.”

Naturally, I got down on one knee, folded my hands, and got into a prayer position. When I see this light, I naturally want to pray. It's a light with mysterious power... 

Some people seemed surprised that I knelt, but I guess it's a good thing since I'm about to express my support for the Goddess and Apostle. 

It seems like everyone else has followed me into a praying position. 

……Goddess. Please watch over this country. 

After that, I continued praying for a while, and when the light subsided, I stood up. The light subsided within a few minutes, but if it had been on for much longer, I might have been praying for the entire time. 

The light was so sacred that I thought so. 

"Richard, let's go back."

"I got it"

After inspecting the goddess statue, I returned to the office and resumed my discussion with Richard. 

“Richard, that was an amazing light.”

"Yes...I couldn't help but admire it. The light was so strong and gentle. There's no doubt that it was caused by the power of the goddess."

"Oh, that's not a light that humans can create. It must be the power of the goddess. For now, let's send a notice to the nobles to visit the central church. Some people will change their minds if they see that light. Because I’m deaf.”

"I think you're right. Let's issue a notice. If we find out the period at which the goddess statue glows, we'll add that to the notice as well."

“I asked for it.”

If they see that light, some people will change their mind and try to follow the teachings of the goddess and the apostle. 

“Also, regarding the notification to the commoners, would it be okay to have the knight go to the soldiers' post and give the message orally there?”

“Aren’t you going to call the soldier commander to the knights’ headquarters?”

"That's what I thought at first, but if you call only the commander and he gives you wrong information, everyone in the area will hear the wrong information.To prevent that, I thought it would be better to have all the soldiers hear it. After that, it would be a good idea to have the soldiers go around each house and tell them.''

"Indeed, what you said is correct. So, if you decide to convey it in that way, how about the content? Since it is an oral tradition, I think it would be best to avoid too long a content."

Long content may be misunderstood or parts may not be understood. For now, it would be fine to just talk about this event and the teachings of the goddess and apostle, about commoners and nobles helping each other. 

"The statue of the goddess in the central church shines with divine light. The teachings of the goddess and the apostle say that nobles and commoners should help each other. These two are fine. Also, that the aristocrats are unreasonable. If you find yourself doing this, I would like to add that you should complain to the soldiers' station or church officials.''

It would be a disaster if commoners started a rebellion using the teachings of the goddess and apostle as a shield. Territories that have been subject to oppressive rule will be particularly dangerous. I think it would be better to add this word to prevent that, but would it provoke the nobles too much? 

“I thought it would be a good idea to add this word to prevent the commoners from revolting, but do you think it would provoke the nobles too much?”

“Well...it seems like the nobles won't be able to do anything in their current state, so I guess this is fine.If they have that level of notice, I don't think they'll act openly for the time being.However. Rather than punishing the nobles who have been accused, I foolishly think it would be better to just give them a warning.''

"That's certainly true. Let's go with that policy."

"I got it"

The next thing to do is to notify the nobles, but I think it's best not to say too much about it. Nobles tend to cut out bits and pieces of words and expand their interpretations, so it is best to convey them in as few words as possible. 

“Would it be enough to simply inform the nobles that they will firmly follow the teachings of the goddess and the apostle?”

"That alone will convey everything to the nobles. It is better to say as few words as possible, so that alone is enough."

“Then please inform the nobles and the commoners.”

"That's fine. I'll make arrangements right away."

It looks like I'll be busy again from now on...I have to talk to Elisabeth, Stéphane, and Martine about this first. 

Let's have dinner earlier today and make time later. Stéphane and Martine might have a hard time at the Royal School. 

It can't be helped since he was born into a royal family, but I still want my child to live as peacefully and happily as possible. I'll do everything I can to achieve that. 

"Then let's end this for today. Please tell Leon-sama. Of course, Lucien as well."

"I'll make sure to let you know. Well, I'll make all the arrangements before heading home."

"Ah, thank you very much. You can pass on what you can do tomorrow."

"I'm sorry. I'm sorry."

Then, I parted ways with Richard and returned to the North Palace. 

I have a feeling that something is about to happen. The goal was to live in peace until Stefan took over the throne... 

If this happens, let's try to solve all the problems before handing over the throne to Stefan. 

I regained my strength and entered the door to the north palace.