The road to redemption was driven by Loboda's father Tzozomok.
More than two years ago, divine punishment came.
The Aztecs were the source of disaster, and among the kings of the city-states, they were the only ones to be annihilated by divine punishment.
So Tezozomoc thought that he would sacrifice the Aztecs to appease the god's anger.
This is the consistent style of the city-state alliance.
Sacrifice human beings to the gods in exchange for good weather.
As for whether the cost of burying 200,000 Aztecs was too high...
Please, the true God has not yet come, and they have killed more than so many people over the years.
If the wrath of the true god could be appeased, the Aztecs would be the best tribute.
A dead Taoist friend will not die a poor Taoist.
In any era, the regions are universal.
And until now.
The city in the middle of Lake Azteca was also blockaded by the armies of each city, and the outer circle of Lake Texcoco was completely surrounded.
In a sense, it is also the last "survival" bargaining chip of the city-state alliance.
If God's punishment comes again, the cities will definitely use the Aztecs as a shield. As for whether this bargaining chip will work, it is unknown.
After all, they are chips, and the gambling component is too high.
But now.
Loboda knew very well that there was no use in blaming the Aztecs. Even without blaming the Aztecs, the army of judgment and divine punishment would not come.
God no longer looks at the valley, turning it into a place abandoned by God.
And conversely...
However, it is very likely that the Aztecs will migrate as a whole nation, leaving the valley and entering the kingdom of God, which is balanced and joyful.
There was a brainstorm in Loboda's mind. After a long silence, he asked tremblingly: "Why can the Aztecs be saved?"
Quiztitco heard the injustice in his heart, and this injustice was because the Aztecs could have joy, but the city-state alliance could not.
Even if it is their own choice.
Just like two people in a work team, one works hard and works overtime, while the other fishes in troubled waters and lies flat.
When it came time to get promoted, the boss chose the former.
Even if the latter knew what he was doing, he would be furious. Why could he be promoted?
This is due to instinctive jealousy.
Although Loboda's question seemed ridiculous, Quiztitco still gave the answer: "Because, they are moving towards equilibrium!"
"Our Lord gives everyone equal opportunities."
"It's just that you decided to go against the balance."
Loboda suddenly raised his head and stared at the other person with burning eyes: "Is there any other way? I mean... what can I do to change everything."
Quiztitko's heart moved.
Understand that he wants to redeem his people, even at the cost of betraying his father and kingdom.
Isn't this the trait a firebender needs?
However, after careful consideration, he was not optimistic about what changes Loboda could make.
Still the same sentence...
"Traveling as a mission" is tantamount to death in the eyes of the city-state alliance, and it is very likely that you will never return.
The fact that the so-called eldest prince of the most powerful kingdom was sent here is enough to illustrate his status and power in the kingdom.
It is almost impossible for such a person to subvert the will of the kingdom.
"Since you asked me, you obviously know in your heart that this matter will not succeed."
"And those who betray our Lord will also be betrayed by our Lord. Therefore, the guidance of the Balance will not be given; or in other words, the guidance of the Balance has been given, but it was blinded by falsehood."
Loboda added: "Then I will expose the lie!"
"Haha." Quiztitco was not mocking, but was happy with the innocent heart shown by this obviously old man, "Do you think your father will give you this opportunity?"
Loboda was discouraged again and fell down on the chair.
If he returns with the mission, he will indeed inherit the throne; but the time of succession is still uncertain.
Only when the army of judgment truly leaves Kema and the disaster is eliminated will Tezozomok be completely relieved.
But before that, he had to expose the lie as a powerless prince. Perhaps he would be imprisoned as soon as he spoke out.
Even killed.
It is a normal thing for an old man to die of illness.
But if he waits to expose all this after he succeeds to the throne, it will give his two younger brothers the reputation of rectifying the chaos.
Think of this.
Loboda smiled bitterly: "That's all, I don't care about the world, but there are a few close friends of mine in the mission. I can only do my best to save them and let them stay with me."
However, Quiztitco said: "No, you can't stay."
"What?" Loboda looked up blankly, "Why? I already want my faith to be balanced, but I can't stay?"
"I am not afraid of being judged, but I look forward to seeing the grand scene of the Kingdom of God."
Quiztitco shook his head and pointed at the thing just handed to him, "Your judgment is already in your hands."
"After this trial, you can return to equilibrium!"
Loboda was sluggish again.
He lowered his head and looked at his hands. Because of his excitement just now, he had forgotten that he still held the Aztec token in his hands.
Moreover, the figure of a middle-aged man vaguely appeared in his mind.
Didimar.
The great scholar of the Aztec court had visited Tepanix's school city many times.
Loboda gave up the pursuit of power and indulged in academics, so the two met several times.
Including Chimalpopoka when he first came to the kingdom to ask for help, he was accompanied by Didimar.
"My judgment is in my hands?" Loboda murmured to himself, understanding what Quiztitco meant: "You want me to return to the valley and go to the city in the lake!"
"And give the token to the Aztecs, and then lead the Aztecs to Quema?"
Quiztitco nodded and said: "That's right! After the Aztecs arrive, we will embark on our return journey! This is also the last mission of the Judgment Army."
"Although you cannot save the people of your kingdom, you can save the Aztecs!"
"Two hundred thousand people have joined the Balance and dedicated their devout faith. This will absolve you of the trial and test of sin!"
Loboda asked: "Is this the will of the true God?"
Quiztitco said: "My Lord only allowed the Aztecs to be brought into equilibrium, but he never mentioned who he wanted to do it."
"But my Lord has another oracle coming, and the army of judgment will no longer go south. Therefore... the chief judge, deputy chief judge and inspectors can no longer leave Kema!"
"Then only the people who have returned to the Balance can complete this matter!"
"So, Loboda, you need to ask your soul questions and listen to the answers..."
"Are you ready to move towards equilibrium wholeheartedly?"
"Pick up the flame of glory He sheds and pass it on to the world."
"Let the lost ones who are drowning in sin be saved!"
"Carry the name of 'The Bearer of Fire' and make the fire of balance eternal!"
Firebearer?
Of course, Loboda remembered the instruction of the witch that was first introduced to the royal capital, but that sentence was ignored by most people, but they did not realize that there was another layer of deep meaning hidden in it.
He lowered his head and looked at the token in his hand. It was a bone ornament inlaid with gems. The style was not particularly precious, but it looked very special and looked very much like human bones.
But it doesn’t matter what it is, what matters is the mission.
He could not save his own people, but he wanted to save the Aztecs.
It is a spiritual torture for a prince to see other people's people rejoice while seeing his own people perish.
But as Quiztitco said, this is the judgment for his sins.
He also remembers everything he experienced today.
Under the Balance, all are citizens, and no matter who in each city-state submits to the Balance, they are all brothers and sisters.
So, this mission is to make him change his existing thinking, regard the Aztecs as his people, and redeem them.
Loboda was silent for a long time, and finally clenched the token in his hand and looked at Quiztitco again——
"I wish."
Quiztitco laughed loudly, pulled him up, and hugged him hard: "Then you are my brother, a balanced citizen, a servant of my Lord, and a member of the Fire Bearers."
…
It's night.
Loboda returned to his residence.
The envoy was still celebrating. When they set off, they ordered their servants to carry the drinks. Now everyone was tipsy and noisy.
Loboda quietly went back to his room to sleep, repeatedly remembering Quiztitco's instructions in his heart——
"The City in the Lake is southeast of Tepanix. You know it better than I do."
"After returning to the kingdom, you should be happy if peace is successful. You can say goodbye to your relatives and family, or make preparations to take them to migrate."
"At the same time, the city-states should be unblocked, and then you can leave for the city in the lake."
"If you encounter any obstacles, you will appear as a citizen of Balance."
Loboda knew very well that as the eldest prince, he surrendered to Kinkou, which was a provocation by Kinkou to the city-states.
Once they submit, the so-called peace talks will be empty talk, and the army of judgment will surely move south.
Because this time is not a judgment, but a protection for the people of Balance.
But he also knew that even if his father was angry, he would not dare to stop him.
With mixed feelings in his heart, Loboda fell asleep in a haze.
The next day.
The mission delivers tributes and gifts to the true God.
It was also the first time that everyone saw a big figure from the Army of Judgment...
The Inquisitor climbed the mountain with the leaders of each war group.
Deputy Judge Niu Shi and Inspector Zhou Weiguo.
The former has been in the city all along, but he just didn't want to meet them, while the latter just returned from the work area outside the city this morning.
There are more than 100,000 people in the hill city, 20,000 to 300,000 people in the northern tribes, plus the Aztecs who are in the process of planning...
The total number may exceed 700,000.
Therefore, the task of building carriages, wheelbarrows, and tent tools for use on the road is arduous.
On the contrary, food is the least of worries.
Not long ago, a report was sent from Big City No. 12 that our Lord had prepared food supplements for them on the road at several blessed places in advance.
It’s easy to say that we arrived at No. 12 City.
Although the people in Xincheng are all natives, they also follow the monks of the Law, learn rice farming, and step up their agricultural work.
When giving gifts.
Keng Shan and others accepted all the tributes from the city-state alliance, and our Lord did not even impose divine punishment on them. Isn't it appropriate to sacrifice this small amount of property?
The ceremony ended simply.
The envoy also wanted to have a happy reunion with these divine envoys, but was given a cold reception.
Loboda said: "One last day's rest before heading home!"
This sentence made the envoy excited again.
This return is a great achievement, and everyone will be rewarded.
Among all the people who were worried before coming here, who would have thought that this trip would be a good one?
And everyone inevitably flattered the eldest prince for a while.
He will inherit the throne.
Even though many people knew that this was just an excessive succession, they did not dare to underestimate it.
Little did they know that their prince was already a balanced citizen.
the other side.
After returning to the city, Zhou Weiguo and Queztitko gathered together.
"Deputy Judge, Inspector, Loboda has agreed to our request."
The two expressed satisfaction.
Whether Loboda surrenders to the Balance, they will send people to the Lake City before migrating.
If this person were replaced by His Highness the Prince, the meaning would be completely different.
"Let's see now whether the city-state alliance and Tzozomok dare to stop Loboda."
"If they dare to take action, the army of judgment will go south, abolish the blockade, let the glory of Balance shine down, and expose the falsehood. How can the people not yearn for Balance?"
Cow Shit shook his head: "Now that they have achieved their goal of suing for peace, Tzozomok will not be so stupid as to attract our anger at the critical moment."
"It is now estimated that the migrant population should barely exceed 700,000. Although it is somewhat different from the population previously prepared for the large-scale development of the east, it can still be fully implemented."
The three of them nodded and said in unison——
"Praise for balance."
The mission arrived early in the morning on the fourth day.
They hurriedly set off on their way home.
Quiztitco led the cavalry and stopped after escorting them outside the city, while everyone in the envoy tried their best to restrain their joy.
On the one hand, it is about to return, on the other hand, it is...
"Dedege, as an envoy, will return to the kingdom with you and bring back the balanced people detained in the city."
The 17 people who entered the capital have not yet returned.
But in fact, when the mission returns this time, they have to release them as soon as possible. There is no need to send Dedege.
The meaning of Dedege's existence is to be Loboda's protector.
Loboda will then go to the City in the Lake to welcome the Aztecs.
With Dedege by his side, Tzozomok did not dare to act recklessly.
If he goes crazy and kills Dedege as well, then that will play into the plan of Balance.
As for the members of this group of envoys, the fact that Dedege went to the royal capital was an accurate response to the success of peace.
You see, Kinkou has sent its envoys.
This is enough proof of our efforts.
therefore.
Among all the people, only Dedege was worried and panicked.
He was entrusted with important tasks and also learned about the conspiracy between the teacher and the prince.
But how many days has it been since he surrendered to equilibrium?
Can you now be a divine envoy to another country?
Besides, he was just Tugo's bodyguard and the son of a slave before.
Now he is surrounded by a group of nobles, sitting next to the prince, sitting on equal footing, and he has become a big shot!!
Dedege thought to himself, if his father knew about this, he would be extremely happy, right?
This should be what my father often said, showing off his appearance.
But he understands it very well.
Everything we have now is given by balance.
And this trip is also a long and arduous journey, and may even be life-threatening.
But last night, the deputy chief judge and the inspector met with him——
"After this mission is completed and you return to the Kingdom of God, we will ask our Lord for credit for you!"
"Our Lord is merciful and will reward you with grace."
Dedege actually has no ambitions.
He only hopes that his father can be safe and that he can enter the kingdom of balance and joy together and enjoy a truly peaceful life.
…
at the same time.
balanced.
Palm Springs, the 10th largest city.
More than 50,000 people from various cities will become the first batch of pioneers in the development of the east and embark on the road to glory.
In addition to them, representatives from each city came to watch the ceremony.
More than 200,000 people gathered together to extend blessings and expectations to these pioneers who have dedicated themselves to the Kingdom of God.
When the witch's voice sounded, the gathering was suddenly silent.
Just at this moment.
On that high platform, the huge dharma body of the true god appeared, and the golden divine flower was extremely dazzling. And because they saw our Lord, the true god, all the people burst into tears and cheered——
"My Lord! My Lord!!"
"My lord is on high!"
"The people of Balance will definitely follow your guidance, reclaim the wasteland into fertile soil, sow good seeds, and bear abundant fruits, so that the kingdom of God will prosper and prosper forever!"