Sin Light, despite its special mission, is also a member of the Holy Light Church.
Is there anyone who dares to offend them?"
"Yes, for example... the Empire itself."
Emily was stunned in place, and it wasn't until Lette had walked far away that she regained her senses and quickly followed.
"The Empire?"
"That's right."
"Why?"
"The bustling world is all for profit; the bustling crowds all aim for gain."
Lette spread his hands: "For the Divine Officers within this Empire, who is their real community of interest?
Their misdeeds tarnish the reputation of the Holy Light God Church. But this actually benefits the strengthening of Imperial Authority by the First Empire.
After all, Imperial Authority and Church Authority are inherently competitive.
When the authority of the Church is questioned, the populace will naturally lean towards Imperial Authority.
This is the simplest of matters."