Sexual innuendo

Andreas is about sixty years old this year, which is quite elderly in the medieval era where the average age is around 24. His hair is white, his back is bent, but his long-standing prestige still gives him a dignified appearance. His crown and clothes bear the symbols of the church, indicating that he is a high-ranking member.

By his side is a stunning woman in a white dress of the same color. She is around thirty years old, with a soft and sensual body. Her slightly loose dress hangs around her waist, covering her long, fair legs, but upon closer inspection, it adds a hidden beauty. Her full chest trembles slightly with each breath, and her flat abdomen and voluptuous hips make her irresistible to most.

Damian gradually becomes wary.

This woman constantly exudes mature and charming qualities, even though her clothing is not revealing, she still possesses a mysterious charm.

At least, when Damian meets her eyes, this woman actually returns a flirtatious look, causing him who has seen various modern Model Magazine to falter slightly.

"Respected abbey leader, hello," Damian pretended to greet Andreas warmly and smiled, saying, "I have always believed that mature and rational civilized people are more qualified to govern a country than mere warriors."

"Indeed, you are right."

Andreas rudely sat in Damian's seat as an elder and told Damian, "You are a smart boy, Damian. I like your intelligence. However, you are not suitable for immediately managing a city now. I would rather you come back to the abbey with me, as my deputy abbey leader, to assist me in managing the abbey."

"..."

Damian didn't reply immediately.

Andreas' words sounded good, but Damian knew that when he chose to return to the abbey, it would mark the beginning of a rift with Conosa.

This old man is quite adept at manipulating people's hearts.

However, Damian is not foolish. He has three hundred soldiers at his disposal, so any temptation comes with interests attached. Andreas is likely not capable or energetic enough to manage the affairs of the abbey properly because he is a noble clergyman.

The so-called noble clergyman is a broad term. In the early church, most clergy members were educated and capable ascetics. However, with the continuous entry of the ruling class, more and more nobles became members of the church. These noble clergy members either spent money or used connections to provide conveniences to other nobles or were actively flattered by the church.

The result is a large number of clergy members skilled in noble socializing and of noble blood, who not only do not understand the church's scriptures or read biblical annotations but also do not know how to manage the church's personnel. Yet they occupy the church's upward mobility, leaving knowledgeable and capable individuals with no other options.

They are best at devouring the church's wealth, acting as donors between nobles and the church. Not only are they arrogant themselves, but they also disdain scholars who are knowledgeable but lack opportunities for advancement.

These people are the most corrupt destroyers of the church.

For example, the woman next to Andreas claims to be Lady Shayla.

As a clergyman, Andreas is married.

This in itself is not a problem because before the Cluniac Movement, most clergy members other than ascetics were married. But Andreas married a countess widow, and their marriage has deep political purposes.

Although Damian is not good at political maneuvering, combining his historical knowledge, he can see through these things.

Andreas has come to win him over, clearly attracted to his army and intelligence, yet he cannot abandon his dignity to make sincere promises, thinking that his status alone can make Damian follow him.

It's funny.

Was Grand Duke Diodorak's sending of Andreas here to lead him to his doom?

"Thank you for your kindness, but I have already promised Countess Conosa to serve as her court priest. I think we need to discuss this with you, the countess, and Bishop Matt again," Damian subtly involved Bishop Matt as well.

As expected, Andreas became displeased after realizing Damian's refusal.

But Lady Shayla quietly approached, leaning her soft and seductive body against Damian's while soothing her husband, "Darling, isn't such a hasty invitation lacking in sincerity? Why don't we wait until we settle in and then formally invite Damian to our residence for dinner?"

Lady Shayla has already adopted a very standard noble attitude, having nothing to do with the church.

Andreas pondered, realizing Damian had three hundred soldiers at his command, so he had to agree.

But deep down, he still looked down on Damian, a barbarian who relied on armies and war to gain his position.

"All right, I was impulsive."

Andreas stood up, but still arrogantly advised Damian, "Young man, I hope you can make the right decision."

Damian's expression remained unchanged as he smiled and saw off Andreas and his entourage, feeling disdainful.

"Just by the way Andreas looks down on others, who would be willing to truly follow him?

However, just as they were about to part, Lady Shayla suddenly turned her head and placed her pure white hand in Damian's palm.

Her delicate fingers hooked twice in Damian's palm.

When Damian lifted his head in surprise, Lady Shayla casually raised both hands above her head, adopting a rabbit-like posture.

This wasn't just showing cute.

In folk culture and various legends, rabbits are generally seen as a somewhat lewd symbol. Because rabbits are prolific and often engage in mating behaviors frequently, they are often regarded in Christian culture as subtle sexual innuendos.

Lady Shayla was sending Damian a sexual hint.

And it was a hint that most people wouldn't easily detect. For example, Dean Andreas didn't notice his wife's actions.

But Damian was a cultured man who had studied diligently in the monastery. He naturally knew it.

So, should he accept?

"...…"

With the departure of Andreas, Damian's impression of the man changed.

He's an old bastard easily ruined by his arrogance.

Then, Under the command of a jealous countess, Damian had to immediately make a trip to Gothingen Castle.

"You… help me change!" In order to punish Damian, Lady Conosa once again ordered Damian to help her get dressed.

However, during this process, Damian almost touched her wonderful body all over. It was unclear whether she was punishing Damian or showing him favor.

When the clothes were finally put on, Lady Conosa had been blush, said softly, "Count, I'm afraid… I'll have to have a flirtatious encounter with another distinguished countess."

When the clothes were finally put on, Lady Conosa's face was already flushed, while Damien whispered at that moment:

"My lady, I'm afraid… I have to have a rather ambiguous experience with a noble countess."