The Discourse about the Foreigners

Hao Ren knew that there was bound to be problem when meeting with the top people of the church, all because religion was a sensitive issue, especially when your request had something to do with their core beliefs, and had nothing to do with your faith in God. A religious fanatic might regard this rash request as an insult. In their view all sacred rituals were born sacred, rightfully existent, effective, divine, and not to be studied by the mortal.

Of course, the Disciples of Glory was a relatively liberal and open religion. Although their faith in the goddess was extremely firm, they used their conduct instead of force to convert the non-believers. This was reflected in the behaviours of the four ascetics, so Hao Ren felt that his request might be granted. Furthermore, the pope and cardinal were no fools. They should be able to figure which was more important—rigid rules or the safety of the world?