But in reality, Anthony knew very well that all of this was just the exiles comforting themselves. He was not the key to all these events; even if he did not rebel, another Anthony would betray the Cardinals. The truth of it all was the formidable Authority of the new Pope. As a Demon Hunter bestowed with the name Raphael, he was the true manipulator of illusions, with everyone being played like puppets in his hands.
Moriarty was granted the same Authority as the new Pope. This was not merely trust; the new Pope believed this power could be perfectly utilized by him. In a way, they were alike as deceivers. One deceived the holy crown, and the other mislead people's sanity.
"You don't seem to like Moriarty. Don't you often say you two are very similar?" Anthony asked.
"Similar doesn't mean the same, Priest."
Samuel was somewhat reluctant to recall that madman, speaking in a calm voice.
