Aztec Civilization: Destiny to Conquer America!
Chapter 793 - 429: Interpretative Authority of Scripture_3

Chapter 793: Chapter 429: Interpretative Authority of Scripture_3

Upon hearing this, Elder Priest Azar furrowed his brow. The implication behind this divine decree wasn’t simply "the Divine Revelation Place operates freely, without oversight," but it granted the lake district church the independent right to interpret doctrine! Once this right was issued, the status of the lake district church would significantly rise, even to the extent that, in some ways, it could stand equal with the Texcoco church district.

"Damn that old man! Even if the lake church district is under your direct grandson’s control, there’s no need to be so anxious to give him the right to interpret doctrine as well!"

Azar cursed inwardly a couple of times but dared not to voice his thoughts. He slightly turned his head to look at the High Priest sitting at the head of the table, whose expression was as calm as still water, and clenched his mouth shut.

The great hall fell into silence. The Elder Priests all looked down without speaking, and even Uguel, known to be kind-hearted, remained silent.

"Elder Priests, any objections?"

The High Priest surveyed the hall, expressionless, gripping the Divine Staff in his hand. After waiting a moment without receiving a reply, he calmly nodded and issued the order.

"Witnessed by the Chief Divine! Since there are no objections, so be it! Write down the decree, let all the Elders stamp it with their seals, and then deliver it to the lake district church!"

Under the watchful eyes of the High Priest, the senior priest in charge of recording, trembling in his fingers and sweating on his back, wrote down the decree. Then, the High Priest sealed it first with the Jade Seal, followed by Elder Priest Uguel. The decree was passed around, and each Elder Priest solemnly pressed their seals. The die was cast, and Elder Priest Azar sighed before finally affixing his seal.

Afterward, the decree, carefully packaged, was handed over to Xiulote.

The High Priest looked at Xiulote with a gentle gaze, a flicker of emotion passing through his eyes. He slightly lowered his eyes and announced without expression.

"Praise the Chief Divine! Supreme High Priest Xiulote, take good care of the decree. Keep a devout heart, be solemn and self-disciplined. Always bear it in mind, and beware of acting recklessly!"

"Praise the Chief Divine! Witnessed by the Chief Divine! I will bear in mind the teachings of the Chief Divine, comply with the decisions of the High Priesthood, be solemn and self-disciplined, and devoutly give praise," Xiulote suppressed the shock in his heart. He lowered his head, respectfully replying, though he had many questions inside.

He too understood that this decree represented the extremely important right to interpret doctrine. Ordinarily, the High Priesthood would never grant such a right to a distant church district, because that would be equivalent to fostering another esteemed small Holy See outside the supreme Holy See...

Upon hearing Xiulote’s oath, the expressions of the Elder Priests slightly improved. Uguel nodded and said with a smile,

"Praise the Chief Divine! Supreme High Priest Xiulote, from now on, you are one step closer to the glory of the Chief Divine. We will stand together, serving the supreme Chief Divine!"

"Praise the Chief Divine! Supreme High Priest Xiulote, may the glory of the Chief Divine shine upon you, as it illuminates us!"

The Elder Priests successively responded with greetings, most of them smiling. Only Elder Priest Azar maintained a dark expression, remaining silent.

"Praise the Chief Divine! Elder Priests, the lake district church will always heed the decisions of the High Priesthood and will do its utmost to spread the faith of the Chief Divine!"

Xiulote responded with respectful salutations. From this moment on, as the Supreme High Priest of the lake district church in charge of the right to interpret doctrine, his status was on par with that of the Elder Priests of the Capital City, even slightly exceeding them.

The sacred smoke rose slowly from the jade incense burners, bringing a soothing scent for the heart. The formal audience finished with these exchanges, and the senior priests relaxed, beginning to chat and laugh amongst themselves. The High Priest sat high on the Throne of the Gods, watching the scene calmly with a smile on his lips, yet his eyes carried the weight of ages.