บท 206: Viva la Vida

Meanwhile, in the Vida Residence…

"I appreciate your understanding and cooperation, Reverend. I'll make sure the church is making the right decision." Joaquin smiled, sitting inside the sitting room, with his leg resting over the other, eyes on the middle-aged man across from him. 

Modesto pressed his lips and sported a meek smile. "I hope the crown prince will uphold his end of the bargain," said he. "The church will continue to support the crown prince, so we will hold on to your promise about the church."

"Of course. I am a man of my words. Everyone in the church will be under my protection. No one will ever touch the children with me having you back." Joaquin smiled as he bent over, picked up the decanter, and poured two empty glasses of some wine they could enjoy.