The Apostles' Roots

'Of course, it also helps that a majority of the Adventurers do not want to be bound by the shackles of religion.' I reasoned.

Since Lamar was pretty much a self-sustaining state, they didn't need to rely on the Apostles for anything, and the Emperor must have known this.

"As you know, the doctrine of the Apostles has been accepted by the Western Empire, gaining influence in over 80 percent of the continent. Cities like Lamar are the only few exceptions to the widespread of their religion. Not only that, they have completely taken over the south and a portion of the north. The East remains the only place that has refused to even consider their doctrines, but it's only a matter of time..." Galandel continued, breaking me out of my thoughts.

'Ah, the Eastern Empire... Isn't that where Lord Hexarion is currently?' My mind jerked.