I Have a Dice Left by a God-Chapter 462 - 54: Sharp Kathy
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In the face of compliments from two highly influential figures in the Church Court, Kathy maintained her humility and low profile.
"You flatter me too much. I’m just following the boss’s orders. You two are on the frontline facing more real difficulties than I do. If there’s anything I can help with, feel free to come to me." Kathy smiled slightly.
Marshal and Bai Zhongdong showed gratitude, and at that moment, heavy footsteps sounded. A man in a red priest’s robe appeared, with his chin held high in arrogance. Marshal and Bai Zhongdong’s eyes slightly shifted, and they immediately lowered their heads slightly, "Greetings, Lord Faxon."
Faxon, the Red-robed Archbishop, is also a strong contender for the top position. His power is immense, and at that time he was very close to securing the top spot but ultimately missed it due to an unknown mistake.
"Kathy, I heard the budget for the Judiciary is coming up for discussion. How did this budget get passed without my knowledge?" Faxon stared at Kathy calmly, projecting authority even without anger.
Kathy looked at Faxon, the Red-robed Archbishop, "Greetings, Lord Faxon, you’re quite early today."
Faxon’s eyes narrowed, "I’m asking you a question!"
Kathy kept a gentle smile on her face, answering with neither humility nor arrogance, "The budget for the Judiciary is supervised by Lord Xiu Wen and has been delayed for a long time, causing some Secret Items of the Judiciary to be unusable, which has seriously affected the progress of many cases and increased storage risks. After receiving the information, I dared not delay and calculated the costs with overtime after consulting with the Lord. I also sent copies to your secretary, so why wouldn’t you see it today?"
Faxon’s expression grew somber. He had taken over this part temporarily when major events occurred in the Church Court, and the chief position was left vacant for a long time. Though Li Xiu Wen became chief, many things implicitly remained unchanged. But ever since Kathy’s arrival, things started to stir up everywhere. This matter constituted a tacit understanding, indicating that Li Xiu Wen began intensifying actions, thus Faxon also could not refrain from counteracting.
"Why didn’t you finish such an important task earlier? You completed it very late on Friday; how could I see it? Did you do it on purpose?" Faxon questioned.
"I truly overlooked it; I was thinking of the hard-working brothers in the Judiciary, so I worked overtime to finish the matter, neglecting that you would be off for the weekend. This indeed was a lack of thoroughness on my part. I will reflect on my negligence to Lord Xiu Wen," Kathy said somewhat apologetically.
Faxon was momentarily speechless. Secretaries need only be responsible to their own bosses, regardless of the high position of others, who practically can’t supervise them. Especially, exclusive secretaries are only responsible to their Red-robed Archbishops. Typically in the church, ordinary secretaries would never dare to offend Red-robed Archbishops and follow a principle of non-action, without the need to think. Kathy’s style was unprecedented.
Faxon glanced at Kathy’s high heels, "As a secretary, you should be mindful of your image. Clack, clack, clack—what does that sound like? Do you know people call you Clack Clack Secretary?"
"Lord Faxon, such nickname inventing behavior is so childish and damages the church’s dignity. Some rumors say you are High Slit Archbishop and prefer women around you to have higher slits in their robes and slimmer waists. Every time I hear such rumors, I scoff, stopping them sternly, showing no respect to you," Kathy said seriously.
Beside them, Bai Zhongdong and Marshal remained expressionless, heads down, eyes closed, as if invisible.
Faxon was speechless for a moment, staring at Kathy, who showed no fear, his mouth twitching, then glaring fiercely before leaving with a cold snort, flicking his sleeves and stepping into Cardinal Hall.
"Secretary Kathy, apologies for troubling you," Bai Zhongdong sighed softly.
"Chief Bai, we are all working for the Moon God, there’s no trouble or not trouble. It’s our job responsibility. As long as it benefits the Church Court and our work, it’s my duty," Kathy acted nonchalantly, entering Cardinal Hall.
The delicate little leather boots made clack~clack~clack sounds, standing out impressively in the solemn Great Cathedral.
Marshal and Bai Zhongdong exchanged a glance, both noticing a bit of genuine admiration beneath each other’s mask. Rumors might be false, but personal experiences are undeniable.
Perhaps some might think this Secretary Kathy is reckless, carrying out tasks without considering consequences, straightforwardly seizing authority, yet in truth, throughout the past year of handling affairs, Kathy consistently aligns with church law and practical matters, taking firm positions, understanding the subtleties, bearing the risk, withstand pressure, handling matters efficiently, loyal to friends, cold to enemies, basing actions on righteousness without considering personal gain, making her approach unassailable, gaining considerable favor and respect privately for her work style and abilities.
Of course, her working style has also earned her many enemies.
If this secretary can stand her ground in the brutal and perplexing internal power struggle, her future is limitless.
"We owe Secretary Kathy a favor," Marshal said appreciatively.
Bai Zhongdong, with a somewhat stiff expression, also nodded. Some matters need not be openly stated; Kathy’s actions indicate the attitude of the Chief Red-robed Archbishop. With his personality and the departments under his jurisdiction, a person like Secretary Kathy is precisely needed. Regarding internal conflicts, this might just be the prelude, yet no one can ascertain the extent of this turmoil, not even themselves.
Silent Canon Law School.
Li Xin sat respectfully, facing Chen Rutang, the seventy-year-old head of Silent Canon Law School, an old man with a youthful complexion. Though his expression was severe, Li Xin found him agreeable.
Dean Chen had been scrutinizing him for several minutes. Kathy had reminded him that Divine Revelation and several other Canon Law Institutes had all rejected him, making Silent the only choice. He must take this seriously and seize the opportunity, both for himself and to accomplish the assignment.
"I heard you stayed nearly a year at Hedan’s side. What’s the current situation there at the Canon Law School?" Chen Rutang inquired while sizing up the young man before him, who seemed to lack youthful vigor.
"Dean, the learning environment at Hedan’s Canon Law School is excellent, providing many opportunities for the common folk, and is in a phase of continuous development." Li Xin sat upright, "Though currently their mainstream remains the Knight Academy."
In Dragon Capital, the Canon Law Institute has completely become mainstream, having integrated the Knight Academy, bringing together Hex-Tech and the highest level of Knight Academy, becoming Dragon Capital’s pride. All elites and commoners aspire to enter the Divine Revelation Canon Law School.
"Your file indicates you excel in solving cases and possess high combat skills, showing excellent performance in several major Night Patrol cases. What do you think is more important, strength or thought?" Chen Rutang asked while flipping through the file.
