Mistake

Father Christopher held immense influence—not just in the country, but across the world.

Among the human race, there were only four Popes who stood as the Pillars of Humanity.

The Churches existed not just for spiritual guidance, but as powerful institutions meant to protect humanity—and more importantly, to prevent conflict between the four great nations.

In many ways, they were the chains that held the human race together. Should another realm threaten them again, the Churches would ensure that humanity responded as one.

That was why Father Christopher was held in such high regard—and why his safety was paramount.

So when his convoy was ambushed, the incident sent shockwaves through the upper echelons of power. It wasn't long before the capital took notice, and the King himself made his way to the academy.