Only clergy with certain ranks are permitted to stay, with minimal manpower to maintain the operation of the entire city.
"More and more believers are becoming dissatisfied, some extreme individuals even believe His Eminence has long been possessed by the devil."
In the corner of the street, someone conversed, hiding in the shadows, quietly observing the procession on the street.
Upon hearing these words, Anthony couldn't help but smile, the scar on his face moving with the smile, making him look terrifying and evil.
"To have such thoughts? Do they intend to put His Eminence on a stake and burn him as a heretic?"
Anthony made an unsettling joke, his gaze turning to the newcomer in the shadows.
"I assume you've taken care of it?"
"Yes, they've been dealt with, along with all discordant voices. Those restless families have been warned; everything is now under control."
"That's good."
Hearing this, Anthony nodded and then couldn't help but sigh.
"All this feels so familiar."
