Alex didn't really have a good solution for the Ecclesiarchy.
He did plan for Rostov II to be the future Sub-Sector Capital, but currently, the development of the Sub-Sector was almost a blank slate, and this planet showed no inclination to become the political center of the Sub-Sector.
The Ecclesiarchy only needed to build a church before he completed all of this, then designate this planet as a Holy Land, and it would naturally develop into a Shrine World.
What Alex could do to counter this was to increase the intensity of the planet's construction and compete with the church for territory.
In this regard, Alex was undoubtedly at a disadvantage.
Leaving aside other things, the resources and money the Ecclesiarchy could mobilize were far beyond what Alex could compare to.
He was indeed investing heavily in the construction of Rostov now, seemingly not short of money.
But this was based on the Ecclesiarchy and the Inquisition heavily investing in him, and as for who consumed the majority of the sanctus wine he secretly sold, Alex didn't need to investigate to know the answer.
In other words, Alex's main source of income still relied on the Ecclesiarchy.
If he fell out with the Ecclesiarchy, he didn't have many cards to play.
The Inquisition might be a trump card, but this card had to be played at a critical moment to be effective enough.
Moreover, from the current situation, the Ecclesiarchy had taken a step back, and there was no falling out between them; there was still room for maneuver between Alex and the Ecclesiarchy.
It was just that Alex still needed to think of a suitable method to convince the radical believers of the Ecclesiarchy to give up on building this world into a Shrine World.
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Alex felt troubled, but the Ecclesiarchy's actions were not slow at all.
Although various forces had extended their reach onto Rostov II, the main ones were still the Ecclesiarchy, which had already established a foundation there and now deployed a large number of armed forces, and the Adeptus Mechanicus forces invited by Alex.
In the Old Bishop's view, as long as the Adeptus Mechanicus was won over, all other matters would not be a problem.
After all, designating Rostov II as a Holy Land did not conflict with Alex's interests and would bring him sufficient benefits, which Alex had no way of opposing.
Furthermore, the Ecclesiarchy designating a place as a Holy Land was an internal affair of the Ecclesiarchy, something no one could stop, not even the Inquisition could interfere with the Ecclesiarchy's internal affairs.
Once this planet was designated as a Holy Land by the Ecclesiarchy, the remaining matters did not need to be forcibly pushed; the Ecclesiarchy only needed to continue building its churches and allow more Pilgrims to settle on this world, and it would naturally become a Shrine World.
As for winning over the Adeptus Mechanicus, it was merely to add some assurance to this plan, as well as for actual needs.
"Anderson, go contact Sage Ovilia, tell her that the Ecclesiarchy is willing to support her research projects and discuss environmental transformation issues for multiple Ecclesiarchy-owned worlds within the Sector, hoping she can complete the transformation of this planet as soon as possible." The Old Bishop called over his trusted Priest and gave him the order.
"Yes, Bishop." The Priest named Anderson bowed, listened to the Old Bishop's command, and then stood up to prepare to execute the Old Bishop's order.
However, the Old Bishop stopped him and added, "Also, tell Sage Ovilia that the Ecclesiarchy is willing to work to eliminate her Tech-heretic status."
Hearing this, Priest Anderson was surprised for a moment, but quickly nodded, indicating that he had noted it down, then turned and left.
The Ecclesiarchy supporting Ovilia in promoting planetary transformation was already a decided matter, and Anderson going to say this was merely re-emphasizing it.
Even if the Old Bishop added multiple other worlds controlled by the Ecclesiarchy within the Sector, it was the same.
For the Adeptus Mechanicus, this was just business and could not entirely influence Ovilia's attitude and stance.
But helping Ovilia eliminate her Tech-heretic status was a huge benefit for Ovilia.
After all, with the Tech-heretic status, Ovilia couldn't do many things, and didn't even seem like a Sage.
As for whether the Ecclesiarchy could accomplish this, there was no need to doubt.
Although the two were not the same system and seemed unrelated, both were part of the Empire. It was not difficult for the Ecclesiarchy to help clear Ovilia's Tech-heretic status; it was merely a matter of how much the Ecclesiarchy was willing to pay.
"Williams, come here." The Old Bishop called another Priest.
However, unlike Anderson, this was a young Priest who looked underage. He usually only served the Old Bishop's daily needs, taking care of the Old Bishop who was no longer able to move freely.
"Bishop." The young Priest came to the Old Bishop's side, first tidied his clothes, then adjusted his posture to make him more comfortable lying on the anti-gravity platform, before asking the Old Bishop, "Do you have any instructions?"
The Old Bishop was satisfied with Williams's service. He raised his hand and touched Williams's palm, then said to him, "I am old enough, and will soon receive Her Majesty the Saint's summons to serve Her.
My entire life has been dedicated to Her Majesty, preaching and establishing dioceses. For Her Majesty the Saint's faith, I believe I have a clear conscience, and even when I am by Her Majesty's side, I can say that I have done my best.
But you are different, Williams, you are different.
You are my last student, and I am worried about you.
Your knowledge and ability are not a problem, and your piety is evident to all; everyone speaks highly of you.
But you are too young, too young, my child! You haven't even experienced your coming-of-age ceremony! I am very worried about whether you will be able to live well after I pass away."
"Teacher, you don't have to worry about me. As long as I faithfully believe in Her Majesty, I believe Her Majesty the Saint will surely protect me!" The young Williams gently held the Old Bishop's old, withered arm and replied softly.
However, the Old Bishop shook his head and said, "No, child! Faithfully believing in Her Majesty will not allow you to live well, so I am giving you a task, a task that only you can complete."
"Please instruct me, Bishop." Williams still bowed his head respectfully.
"Our Governor lacks Ecclesiarchy personnel by his side. Although he has Battle Sister Sisters from the Sacred Rose Convent, those Sisters are more skilled at punishing heretics, and the Governor needs someone who can assist him with matters of faith and doctrine." The Bishop looked at his youngest disciple, his heart filled with reluctance, but continued, "So I want you to go to the Governor's side, become his advisor, and while assisting him, also try your best to bridge the relationship between the Governor and the Ecclesiarchy.
This is a great responsibility, but I believe you can do it…"
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