Archer noticed Anatoly listening intently as the older man nodded. ''Yes. I've heard of the religion. I believe there are a few hidden temples on Verdantia. I'll fix that and permit it to operate in the Novgorod Empire; my people need some of their teachings.''
Aisha and Yevdokiya were shocked, but the emperor's words caused Pope Jeremiah to storm out of the tavern, followed by the church knights who gave them dirty looks before stepping outside. He watched the old man leave and thanked him. ''Thank you, it will make things better with the pilgrims, they were complaining that the Alliance was cracking down on them.''
''You're welcome,'' Anatoly replied, waving away the thanks. ''We started this war when it should never have happened. I've grown to learn the Terravians are the true enemy of this world and do more damage than you ever have.''
