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Chapter 151 Tacit understanding
Thanks to the attention of Holy Terra, many things on Rostov progressed very quickly.

Pavel came again from the state religion and brought with him a troop of 1,000 combat nuns to supplement the Ebon Grail Order.

In addition, there was 10 million throne coins in cash and a guarantee from the state religion to repair the star ring for him.

"Your Excellency Governor, I don't know what to say. It is such an honor that Rostov's consecrated wine can be delivered to the throne room by the Imperial Guards! You have truly been favored by the Emperor!" Pavel looked at Chen Xi with terrifying eyes, as if he was looking at the god he believed in with fanaticism.

This is not an exaggeration. For the believers of the state religion, it is not outrageous for a person who has a direct connection with the Emperor, or even one of the few people who has a direct connection with the Emperor in ten thousand years (the last time was when six combat nuns met the Emperor), to worship Chen Xi as the spokesperson of God.

Especially since Chen Xi is now a saint canonized by the state religion. Even the headquarters of the Terra state religion is discussing whether to give Chen Xi the title of living saint.

"The emperor favors each of us equally, but there are too many people who need his care, and he cannot take care of every citizen of the empire." Chen Xi spread his hands indifferently.

There is no doubt that the old man loves humans, but since he is not a god, he really cannot take care of everyone in the empire.

You can only shout loudly and hope that he can hear you.

"Yes, so as his spokespersons and believers, we should take good care of the people of the empire for him." Pavel nodded affirmatively. Although he was somewhat worldly due to his position, he was not hypocritical in his faith.

"Yes, it's just a pity that there are still people in the empire who don't even understand this principle, so we always have to do extra work." Chen Xi shrugged and said something that was very suitable for an inquisitor.

Pavel nodded in agreement, but then changed the subject and got down to business: "The Ecclesiarchy has agreed to pay for the construction of the orbital ring for you this time, but we have also contacted the Mariupol Forge World, and they said they are unable to complete such a large project.

So what are you going to do about the construction? Do you need me to help you contact other Forge Worlds?"

"Don't bother with that. My Throne Agent has already contacted the Griya Forge World on my behalf, and they've agreed to send a technical team." Chen Xi explained the situation to Pavel and thanked him for his kindness. "The Griya Forge World is very interested in this order, and the sage they sent is already on my Throne Agent's ship."

"That sounds great. I hope you can get what you want smoothly." Pavel didn't think there was anything wrong with it, but he showed a little regret.

Chen Xi noticed the change in his mood and asked curiously.

Pavel did not hide it and explained briefly: "I have been seeking a higher position recently. After all, although I am the deacon of the Sector Church, I am less than fifty years old. There is still room for advancement to better serve the Emperor.

But you may also be familiar with the situation in the Mariupol sector. To get promoted, you need opportunities and merits.

It is a merit for the Sector Ecclesiarchy to cooperate with you, but it is not a merit if it just pays you.

On the contrary, if I can help you contact Forge World and finalize this matter, it can be considered an achievement."

After saying this, Pavel shrugged his shoulders pretending to be relaxed, but Chen Xi could sense the regret that he failed to express.

After listening to Pavel's explanation, Chen Xi frowned slightly, but then his mind turned and he said to Pavel: "The planetary bishop of Rostov plans to build a cathedral. I have approved this plan. I wonder if you know about this?" "I heard that the old bishop is very ambitious and plans to build a cathedral comparable to the spire of the hive city." Pavel knew about this, but he was not optimistic about it: "Although the old bishop's piety is admirable, I don't think you will support this, right?
After all, you are a member of the Inquisition and the planetary governor. The old bishop's plan may conflict with your arrangements.

I've heard about the coming of the Living Saint that day. It's logical that the Ecclesiarchy should build large-scale structures on this planet and expand the Emperor's Temple, but this conflicts with the interests of you, the Governor, doesn't it?"

Pavel was different from other people in the state church. Perhaps because of his position and work, he had more contact with the nobility and the secular world, and therefore could better understand what others were thinking.

For example, in this case, the state religion itself strongly supports the construction of the church, but Pavel can imagine how much Governor Chen Xi does not want this to happen.

After all, the state religion was becoming more powerful and was about to squeeze out the power of him as the governor.

However, Chen Xi spread his hands and smiled, "That's not the case. I welcome the State Religion's willingness to invest heavily in this planet. I just don't want this planet to become a shrine world.

Moreover, I will start the development of the entire sub-star region in the future. It would be great if the state religion could provide me with help in this regard.

After all, the development of new planets cannot be separated from the priests of your state religion who guide the people's faith and point out the way forward for them."

"I think I understand what you mean. Do you hope to cooperate with the state religion to develop the sub-stellar region?" Pavel showed an interested expression.

"Yes, the state religion needs missionaries, and I need a large number of pilgrims to help me open up new colonies. I think we can cooperate, right?" Chen Xi laughed, and at the same time, he lowered his voice while looking at Pavel. "Besides, having a friend in a higher position within the star region state religion would also be a help to me, wouldn't it?"

"Then I think we should have a good chat?" Pavel looked at Chen Xi and also smiled.

The two laughed together. Some things were not conspiracies, but just tacit understanding among everyone.
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At this time, in a certain galaxy of the Empire, Maimai and Dusk had just repelled the looting of a group of Eldar pirates.

"Isn't the life of a Rogue Trader a bit too exciting? Succubi are spawning in the bathroom, Vampires are spawning on the lower deck, and now there are Eldar pirates in the Warp. Will a Chaos Warband jump out soon?" Mai Mai pulled his duel sword out of the belly of an Eldar pirate and couldn't help but complain.

Beside him, the Sage of Serea from the Forging World of Gria was putting away his shield.

Just now, it was this shield that opened up a special force field, which made those agile bean sprouts seem to be petrified. Their agility was greatly reduced, making it easy for humans to eliminate them.

"The frequency of your attacks is a bit abnormal. Even traveling merchants would not be attacked as frequently as you." Saria came to Maimai, looked at him, but turned and left without saying anything.

Meanwhile, Twilight hurried over and asked Mai Mai, "Did Sai Dad figure out something?"

"Not really? We don't have any contraband on board!" Mai Mai's eyes were also a little vague. Although they didn't have any contraband, other things...

(End of this chapter)