After finalizing the details of Haidee's conversion to Orthodox Christianity with Father Faria, Aigron continued to take action and began to prepare for the matter.
He sent his envoys to the Peloponnese and Rome, preparing to seek support from his allies and the Roman Church.
Perhaps because he was grateful for his contribution, his ally Panos Colokotronis was very happy and supported the idea of making Ioannina free from Turkish rule in the future, so he decided to come over in person as a
Witnesses of conversion and baptism cheered for Aigron.
On the Roman Church side, things are a little more complicated.
Pope Leo XII and Cardinal Vittorio Esposito were initially a little shocked by Aigron's idea, and almost rejected the envoy's request.
However, considering that this young man had "contributed a lot" to the Roman Church and themselves, after some confidential discussions, although they all felt that Aiglon's request was a bit absurd, they decided to agree to the request.
Of course, the sky-high price of sending a cardinal was directly rejected. The glorious Roman Church would not let cardinals witness the conversion ceremony of Orthodox "heresies", but Vittorio Esposito
The cardinal decided to send one of his confidants, who was also a papal official, to attend the conversion ceremony.
After all, although the Orthodox Church and the Roman Church have been separated for nearly 800 years, everyone still regards each other as Christians in their hearts. The Roman Pope would have been painful for the fall of Constantinople.
Today, it is not unreasonable to celebrate the conversion of a pagan monarch into the arms of the Lord.
And Aigron himself is also busy with this.
He ordered to search for clergy who had been priests in the area under his control, and following his order, the entire Mesolonghion became commotion. After careful search, several priests were finally found.
However, these pastors do not have the status of high priests, they are just ordinary church pastors.
Of course, this didn't matter to Aigron at all. He informed these priests of his plans, and also told them that after the Principality of Ioannina is established in the future, it will become an independent parish, and the person who baptized Haidee will
That priest will naturally become the Patriarch of the principality.
Such an attractive reward easily broke through their psychological defenses. They almost all eagerly expressed their willingness to cooperate with Aigron. On the contrary, Aigron spent several days selecting the most suitable candidates among them.
Finally, he chose a priest named Constantine Dimopoulos.
On the one hand, this pastor has a dignified appearance, a big beard, and a majestic appearance, which makes him suitable for the position of patriarch; on the other hand, this pastor likes fame and fortune, especially those who come with gold, silver, and jewelry.
He doesn't refuse, so it's easy to control. Combining these two aspects, he is naturally the most suitable.
So, more than half a month later, Aigron's preparations were complete and the time was ripe.
He was not prepared to waste any more time. After sending people from both sides of Rome and Peloponnesus, he held the conversion ceremony in a newly renovated church outside Mesolongion.
When the morning sun passed over the mountains and hills and began to fall on the earth, the ceremony officially began.
People lined up in two long lines and walked into the church led by the pastor and assistants.
Agron and Teresa walked in the front, and Teresa held today's protagonist Haidee by the hand and walked into the church together.
Then the spectators filed in.
The small church was quickly filled with people. No one wanted to miss this historic moment. Aigron also specially ordered Edgar to be the royal painter to paint the next big scene.
Outside the church, there was a guard of honor on standby, as well as many cheering crowds who actively or passively came over to see what was new. They would also welcome this historical moment with cheers.
The priest walked to the altar, which was now filled with religious ritual vessels.
Aigron walked to the front row of seats and sat down, while Teresa led Haidee to the altar.
Suddenly, everyone fell silent, silently watching Haidee's next move.
Haidee was obviously a little nervous, and she was not used to being the center of attention. But for Aigron and Teresa, this was their daily life, so they were able to continue everything that followed with a calm mind.
Teresa, who was standing on the altar, looked at the priest and the priest nodded gently, indicating that everything went well and the ceremony could begin.
Since it is baptism, it naturally begins with baptism.
"Haidee, come with me." Teresa lowered her head and whispered to Haidee.
Then, she pulled Haidee and walked to the bathtub that had been prepared on the altar.
Of course, considering that Haidee was a woman, a screen was deliberately placed behind the tub to block everyone's sight. Even the priest stood outside the screen, waiting for the baptism to end.
Only Theresa and Chanel stood beside the tub, assisting Haidee in completing the baptism ceremony.
They reached out together to take off the clothes for Haidee, but Haidee was obviously a little nervous. She squirmed and clutched the corners of her clothes, looking quite shy.
Of course Teresa could understand Haidee's nervousness. After all, even though there was a screen between them, it was still a bit embarrassing for a girl to take off her clothes in the presence of so many people.
But this is a necessary ceremony, and it is also the test that Haidee must pass in order to become the Grand Duchess of Ioannina in the future.
Just suffer a little bit, it's for her own good.
With this thought, Teresa smiled softly at Haidee, "Haidee, don't be afraid, just do as I said."
Haidee was still very nervous, but seeing Teresa's smile, she gradually felt at ease.
During this period of time, the two of them got along day and night and developed an excellent personal relationship. Haidee also obeyed her "teacher".
And after the initial confusion, she also figured out Theresa's identity from others. She was her "mistress", and she was also a noble princess and the leader of the organization. She was her "mistress".
A lord who should be respected.
Therefore, she has become accustomed to obeying Theresa's orders. She is also very serious when studying with Theresa and makes rapid progress.
Haidee composed herself, then smiled apologetically at Theresa, then she cooperated with Theresa in taking off her clothes, and then walked into the tub.
She felt a little cold when she just took off her clothes, but after stepping into the steaming hot tub, she felt comfortable again. At this time, Theresa took another full bottle from Chanel's hand.
A small jar of holy water, and then poured the holy water into the tub.
Then, she took the bath towel and wiped Haidee's body herself.
Originally, Chanel could do all these things, but Teresa insisted on doing it herself. After all, in her opinion, Haidee would be an important "signature" of His Highness in the future, and she should treat her better, both in public and in private.
Eliminate any resistance that may arise in this little girl's heart.
Besides, she felt a little pity for the child and hoped that she could feel a little warmth from the world from now on.
Teresa's movements were very gentle, and Haidee closed her eyes comfortably.
Although Teresa is very young, she is a member of the Habsburg family after all, and is also the most distinguished family of believers in the Catholic world. Haidee was able to enjoy such a "privilege" when she was converted and baptized, which can be regarded as her
You're lucky...
This luck did not last long. Soon, Teresa finished Haidee's bath, let her get out of the tub, and then helped her dry her hair.
Chanel immediately helped Haidee put on new clothes, a long white gauze skirt.
This is exactly what Aigron was looking for someone to make during this time.
Considering that Haidee will be awarded the title of Grand Duchess of Ioannina in the future, her conversion ceremony cannot be shabby.
Against the background of the gorgeous clothes, this young, timid little girl suddenly seemed to have been completely transformed. Her face, which was originally low-brow, suddenly became more solemn.
She also put on her head the small crown that Theresa had used before, which was shining brightly in the candlelight, as if God had blessed her.
"It's so beautiful." After Haidee finished dressing up, Teresa nodded with great satisfaction, feeling very satisfied with the look she designed herself.
Then, she hugged the little girl in front of her. "Bless you, child... From now on, the Lord will protect you, and we will always be your friends!"
Then, she took Haidee's hand, walked around the screen, and made her appear in front of all the people watching the ceremony.
"Oh..." There was a small cheer from the crowd, seeming to be amazed by the little girl's current appearance.
Indeed, who doesn’t like cute little girls?
Even though many people knew that Haidee was a puppet deliberately pulled out by Aigron, it was still difficult to feel hostile when seeing this frail little girl.
Although she was very happy in her heart, Teresa tried hard not to smile, but to put on a solemn expression.
She pulled Haidee to the priest who was already waiting.
The pastor also had a solemn look on his face. He quietly looked at Haidee, who only reached his waist, and then nodded slightly.
Facing this tall man, Haidee was instinctively afraid. Because she looked up at the pastor's face, this slightly fearful look in her eyes was indeed in line with her mood when facing the Lord's spokesperson.
Everyone was silent, waiting for the most important part of the ceremony.
The priest picked up the cross inlaid with gems in his hand, and then asked Haidee in a serious tone.
"Confused Lamb, are you willing to convert into the arms of the Lord from now on?"
The nervous Haidee couldn't understand what the other person said at all, but she remembered Theresa's lesson, so she nodded humbly, and then replied with the French words she had just learned, "Yes."
The priest nodded, and then gently waved the cross in his hand.
Then, the assistant next to him came to the priest's side, holding a cup inlaid with gems in his hand, which was filled with holy water.
Then the priest dipped his hand in holy water, then touched Haidee's forehead with his finger, then touched her chest, and then her arms, making the sign of the cross.
Then he recited his prayer in a high-pitched voice.
“Almighty Lord, you warn your people that without you they will be unable to move forward, but if they always belong to you, then they will receive the highest blessing and the door of heaven will be opened for them.
My Lord, Almighty Lord, please believe that I have opened my heart to you and have been bathed in your mercy and love. I will pray for you and ask you to forgive me for my sins. From now on, I will follow the right path and respect
All the laws you have compiled for the world are in the name of the Lord, in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, Amen!”
At this time, under the leadership of Aigron, all the onlookers shouted at the same time, "Amen!"
It was at this moment that Haidee turned her back on Allah without realizing it and became a believer in Jehovah. Of course, to her, this was not a big deal at all, and Allah has not given her anything so far.
What good luck.
Amid the cheers, Aigron made a gesture, and outside the venue, the honor guard also began to fire a salute, and the onlookers outside the church also cheered voluntarily or forced.
However, at this moment, Haidee did not realize that she had ushered in a new stage in her life. Amidst the cheers, she was a little at a loss and was so nervous that she could not speak. But even so, she still kept in mind the special
Lesa gave her the warning and stood there obediently.
After the cheers subsided, the ceremony came to the final step. The priest took a small gold cross necklace set with diamonds from his assistant and put it around Haidee's neck to symbolize the Lord's care for her after her conversion.
of blessing.
Haidee still lowered her head and allowed the other party to do what she wanted. After the necklace was put on, she knelt down seemingly piously to express her gratitude for the divine favor she had just received.
Everything is settled here.
All eyes stayed on the little girl kneeling on the altar.
It seemed like a few seconds had passed, it seemed like a long time had passed, and time finally began to flow again. The pastor nodded with satisfaction and motioned for Haidezhan to stand up.
Haidee also stood up obediently, and then she obediently looked at Theresa next to her.
"What else do I need to do..." she whispered.
"No, Haidee, there is nothing left for you to do. You have done very well, very well..." Teresa shook her head, and then said to her with a smile. "From now on, it's all about what we need to do for you.
Don’t worry... we will do it.”
Haidee didn't quite understand these words, but from her smile, Haidee felt a sense of peace of mind.
The cross on her neck brought a cold touch, and her whole body relaxed and she almost collapsed.