Aztec Eternals

Clouds covered the moon, leaving only the changing stars. In the starry night, a gust of breeze blew by, stirring the bonfire in the hearth, flashing the alternation of light and darkness on everyone's faces and hearts. Desire fluctuates in it, showing the ideal brightness for a while, and the black light of temptation for a while.

Avit stopped his gaze and looked at Kepana who was dressed in black. The firelight reflected her elegant and bright innocence, and the black clothes outlined her graceful figure. Avette was moved for a moment, and Kepana under the bonfire was somewhat similar to his dead wife.

Two years ago, shortly after giving birth to Chimalpili, his first wife regretted going to the Kingdom of God due to unstoppable bleeding. Alyssa cried into tears, and so did he in the middle of the night.

It was a gentle and graceful woman, also dressed in mature and elegant black clothes, as if sleeping peacefully. He buried her with his own hands under the Avivite tree by Lake Texcoco, and painted his own symbol on the trunk. He left the warm company in his heart on the symbol, gave up the place next to his pillow to his memory, and then threw himself into the cold and cruel long war. It has been two years in a blink of an eye.

Gilliam silently bowed his head and made a silent statement. Avit pondered in his heart.

He naturally understood the meaning of "acceptance" in Kechar's words. This is a complete contribution, dedicating a noble granddaughter, and not even asking to be a wife. In this way, the chief priest's line and the king's line were deeply integrated again, regardless of each other, and quickly completed the integration of the capital's political power. From the current point of view, Ugel should not be able to count on it, and Kechar's position is still stable. This seems to be a win-win choice.

Avit's eyes flickered. He looked around at the crowd, Kechar smiled like a spring breeze, Gilliam saluted solemnly, Kepana trembled slightly, and Akap groaned softly. Finally, there was Shulot in white. He looked worried, and seemed to think of who?

Avette thought about it, and the daughter of Shengxue in white appeared. His heart softened, and he sighed lightly, only light remained on his face. He looked around again, and he knew it clearly, so he made a decision.

"Dear Chief Priest, thank you for your kindness." Avit smiled. It was his first greeting to Kechar tonight.

Kechar's smile stagnated, and he had a premonition that something was wrong.

"I was born as a warrior, so I don't have a deep understanding of the knowledge of priests. On the contrary, the priest of Acapu next to me is from the holy city of Teotihuacan. He is knowledgeable, good-looking, and unmarried.

He is my confidant and favorite general, so I take the liberty to make a request for him: I wonder if the egret in Teotihuacan is lucky enough to meet the swift in Tenochtitlan? "

Having said that, Avit first pointed at Acap, then nodded slightly to salute, with a formal and solemn demeanor.

Kechar was slightly contemplative, a priest from Teotihuacan? He shook his head in his heart, without any hesitation, but it was hard to refuse in person. After thinking about it, he smiled again and nodded.

"Your Highness's suggestion is very good. But my granddaughter has always admired you alone. Let me ask her for her opinion." Having said this, Kechar turned his head. He looked at Kepana, who was in a daze, with serious eyes.

"Kepana, is Grandpa right?" The chief priest said in a slow tone, with a slight emphasis on the second half of the sentence.

"Ah!" Kepana came back to her senses. She boldly and quickly glanced at Akapu's handsome and refined face, her heart beat inexplicably, her face flushed slightly.

"Yes, I am willing!" Kepana nodded heavily, showing a bright smile.

"You" Kechar's rare gaffe.

He opened his mouth and looked at his beloved granddaughter, but he didn't know what to say for a while, and subconsciously raised the copper-plated scepter in his hand.

"Okay! The cardinals met under the blessing of the goddess of spring, surrounded by joyful voices, what a joyful event!" Before Kechar could reply, Avet made a conclusion with a smile. He stood up, pressed Kechar's hand, and pressed his staff.

"Thank you for the great love of the chief priest! Akap, why don't you salute?!"

Acap was at a loss for a while, so he was decided? He subconsciously obeyed the order.

Then, Avit looked at Gilliam again.

Gilliam also nodded in salute. One is to express approval, and the other is to take orders to match.

The combination of Akap and Kepana is of great benefit to the king's cause. In this way, the relationship with the chief priest can be eased, and the connection will not be too close, which is convenient for some future processing.

At the same time, since the king valued Akap, he just happened to win him over to the center. It is also time to weaken the power of the Teotihuacan faction to prevent a certain faction from becoming too strong. Finally, when the time is right in the future, Akap can be supported to replace Kechar with Kepana's identity.

Gilliam quickly calculated and analyzed the benefits in his mind, but he didn't show it on his face. He stood up from his seat, held Acap who was in a daze with one hand, and held Kepana who was smiling with the other.

Copana felt a chill in her hands, a cold and hard touch, like Western Tarasco metal.

Then her hand was handed over to a big warm one. She looked at the owner of the big hand, looked at the other person's Ruyu face, unruly demeanor, smiled and clasped the big hand tightly behind her back.

Gilliam nodded inwardly. He saluted again, and proposed to the hall: "Your Majesty, the noble chief priest. We are here to discuss secular affairs, why don't we let the two young priests meet in the side hall to discuss the knowledge of the gods?"

Having said that, Gilliam secretly pointed to his chest.

Seeing Gilliam's gesture, Avet hesitated slightly, and then nodded with a smile: "This is excellent! What does the chief priest think?"

Kechar suppressed the emotion in his heart, forced a smile and said, "That's fine, let's let the two have a chat first to see if it's suitable."

But he had already decided in his heart that once he went back, he would reprimand Kepana. It seems that he was too soft-hearted towards his granddaughter before. Marriage is such an important matter, but she can't let her mess around!

Gilliam asked the servants to take the two of them to the most secluded and beautiful side hall. It is located in the deepest part of the sea of ​​flowers in the palace, with boundless blooming tropical flowers. There is also remote and quiet, no one disturbs.

Then, at the moment when the confidant servant saluted, Gilliam quietly took out a tube of potion from the robe. Then he supported the servant and secretly passed the potion into the hands of the servant. When the eyes of the two met, the servant nodded slightly, smiled respectfully, and followed Kepana and Akap.

"There are vines in the wild, with zero dew. There is a beautiful person, clear and graceful. Meeting each other, it suits my wish."

The Aztec society at this time was also in the late tribal age, just like the Spring and Autumn Period in ancient China, the age when the Book of Songs was brilliant. The great unification has just sprouted, the ritual and legal system has not yet been established, the folk customs are simple, and the past is not far away. Women also have the right to inherit property and status, and they are more bold and free in the marriage of men and women.

Wait for Gilliam to return to the hall, salute and sit down. Kechar had returned to his genial smile. He asked the ascetic priest behind him to unload the wooden basket and open the lid. Dozens of wooden boards full of patterns were presented in front of everyone. The chief priest took a piece out of it and carefully held it in front of Avit.

Xiulot also leaned forward to watch carefully. On the top of the board is a pictorial emblem, similar to the commander's board, representing different city-states. On the left side of the board is a simple warrior figure, representing the military strength of the city-state. There is a rectangular box to the left of the villain, with different vertical bars drawn inside, representing specific samurai squads.

On the right side of the board is a simple pattern of grain, representing the city-state's grain reserves. And at the bottom, there are long flags of big nobles with different family patterns, numerous feathers of small nobles, and simple village symbols.

"Could it be..." Avit was finally moved and guessed.

"That's right, just as His Highness expected! This is the detailed information on the city-states of Mexica, as well as information on the military strength of the peripheral vassal city-states." Kechar smiled gently, with absolute confidence in his smile.

"This is the most accurate information obtained by the ascetic priests going deep into the various states. It includes the specific strength of the warriors and the different families they belong to. Among them are the big nobles who are close to the big temple, the small nobles with gods in their hearts, and the villages influenced by the priests. !With the support of these maps and the great temple, you can really firmly control the alliance!"

This is an undeniable bargain. Priests, priests, and monks are the best spies and suitable messengers in any age.

They can move around freely, are trusted by ordinary people and warriors, and have enough status to contact nobles at all levels. At the same time, he is also protected by the blessing of faith, and he can be called the most perfect intelligence worker. For thousands of years, countless wars have been waged in the name of religion. The same is true for the penetration of intelligence networks as preparations for war.

In Mexica society, the ascetic priests with high status can represent the great temple, secretly win over nobles and warriors at all levels, and can dedicate themselves to the faith at any time. They are an important force for the Great Temple to control non-directly subordinate city-states, and they are also one of the keys to maintaining the alliance.

Avit thought for a moment, then smiled, and took Kechar's hand kindly. Immediately, he ordered his servants to bring the best tequila, and raised a glass to the chief priest. Kechar also smiled cordially and raised his glass in return. The two drank it at the same time and reached a settlement!

Milk-like top-quality tequila, flickering and flowing under the bright firelight, exudes dreamy light. But this light cannot penetrate the barrier, and truly illuminate the darkness inside, as if unable to see the changing heart.

Seeing the performance of the two, Xiu Luote seemed to realize something. Is it necessary to be like this if you want to be a real ruler? He watched the two chat enthusiastically, and casually mentioned the war that had just passed, as if Tisok's death was just a detail that was irrelevant to the overall situation. During the period, Gilliam also told a few serious jokes, which caused everyone to laugh heartily, and Shulot couldn't help laughing either.

For a time, the guests and hosts in the hall had a good time, and the king and the chief priest formally reconciled and joined forces for the future of the country. It seems that everyone has forgotten the two young men and women who left.

Kechar nodded in satisfaction. Although there were some minor accidents, the purpose of this trip went smoothly. Next, he will continue to promote the binding with the king's power, and as long as the interference from the Teotihuacan line is removed, the chief priest line will still be firmly at the top of power! When the elder returned to the seclusion, even if Avet wanted to do something, he would hurt his own siblings.

"It seems that the king still misses his dead wife. It seems that this can be used. Similar costumes, similar appearances and movements, you can train Kepana again. If things don't go well, Prince Texcoco Birill has not married yet. wives, and the honorable nobles of the capital."

Kechar was thinking in his mind, and when he heard Gilliam's serious joke in his ears, he suddenly realized something was wrong: Is this delaying time? No, my granddaughter!

Kechar's complexion changed drastically, and he was about to get up immediately. Gilliam supported Kechar, and asked solemnly and puzzled: "Noble chief priest, isn't the joke I told funny?"

Kechar's anger flashed past, he gritted his teeth with a smile: "It's funny, it's funny, this old man is so funny!"

He covered his left chest with his right hand, seemingly angry and sad, but he was already holding the hidden dagger. Although it has not been used for a long time, the poison has been quenched when going out this time.

Behind him, the ascetic priest also reached into his arms, and the situation was on the verge of breaking out.

"Now we are a family, and it is my duty to satisfy you. I heard that ascetic priests have a tradition of cutting themselves and sacrificing blood. I wonder if I can get your advice."

Gilliam took out the obsidian dagger from his bosom, his wrist was as fast as lightning, and cut several holes in his chest in an instant, showing his extraordinary martial arts. His technique is extremely precise, these wounds only look scary, but they will not leave any sequelae.

His complexion remained unchanged, he let the blood flow, his wrist was slightly tilted, and the dagger was pointed at Kechar obliquely.

"Noble Chief Priest, are you satisfied? Are my sacrifices standard?" Gilliam bowed his head slightly, his body was like a lynx ready to go, his eyes were pure and bright.

Avette has already taken two steps back silently. Shulot held a short blade and stood by his side. Then the guards arrived, also carrying the topaz scepter.

Only then did Avit yell at him with a smile: "Gillim, how can you discuss the knowledge of sacrifice in front of the chief priest? Hurry up and apologize!"

Hearing this, Gilliam quickly withdrew the dagger. Then solemnly prostrated himself on the ground, bowing and apologizing to Kechar.

Afterwards, Avit took Tisok's scepter from the guard and said to Kechar with a smile.

"Chief Priest, this is the scepter of the Great Temple. I will return it to you here, and wait for you to bestow it on behalf of the gods at the enthronement ceremony!"

Seeing the familiar scepter, Kechar's eyes changed, and finally he suddenly smiled, like a spring breeze blooming.

He took a deep breath: "Thank you, Your Highness. I am really old, and my chest hurts badly just now. Lord Gilliam's sacrifice is very standard, and you can come to the Great Temple when you are free. The old man will warmly entertain and teach more advanced ones. Sacrifice."

A more advanced sacrifice? After that, there will be human sacrifices. Xiulot can already understand the conversations of everyone, but he doesn't quite understand why it has developed to this point.

A servant came hurriedly, and he nodded slightly. Gilliam just stood up from the ground, and Kechar had another meal. Soon, the banquet returned to normal again. Everyone laughed at Yan Yan, as if nothing happened.

After another quarter of an hour, Kepana returned with Akap's arm. Her eyes rolled, with a bright look, and a smile from the heart. Seeing her grandfather, she shrank her head slightly and hid herself under Akapu's arms.

Acap looked at Kepana tenderly. Ever since he drank the holy water, he has always felt an inexplicable joy and joy. After the two of them drank alcohol not long ago, this kind of joy and joy became even more irresistible, and everything came naturally. Is this beautiful and lively girl her own wife from now on?

Seeing Kechar, he nodded respectfully, and then held Kepana tight.

Xiulot watched the changes between the two of them, and only then did he understand everything. Then he looked at Gilliam, but was speechless.

Kechar still had a spring-like smile on his face. He looked at Acap and sincerely admired everyone.

"The old man was dazzled just now. It is only now that I realize that Priest Akapu, whom His Highness values ​​so much, has a face like a crown of jade and a dignified appearance. He is indeed a good match for Kepana!"

"Before His Highness takes the throne, let them hold the wedding in these two days! From then on, the Great Temple is His Highness's most loyal subject. I will also send envoys to the High Priest of Teotihuacan to beg for it , keep such a talented person as Priest Akapu in the Great Temple."

Soon, Kechar saluted Avet and said goodbye. Gilliam saluted Kechar solemnly again, and Kechar returned the salute with a smile.

Then, he took the topaz scepter and took a deep look at Shulot. Finally, his eyes rested on Kepana and Akap.

"Kepana, let's go." The chief priest greeted Akap with a smile, and then waved for his granddaughter to come over.

Kepana glanced at Acap reluctantly, and then obediently followed Kechar.

"Grandfather still loves me so much! He is old, and when he gets married, I still have to visit him often." Kepana thought happily.

Avit smiled and patted Akap on the shoulder, as did Shulot. Gilliam bowed deeply and apologized. Akap smiled blankly.

Early the next morning, when the morning light appeared in the sky. Shulot stood up. He put on Teotihuacan costumes, packed all the presents, and waited quietly.

Today is the day to meet the elders.

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