First communication


　His Majesty the Emperor of the Lemurian Empire

　Dear Sir or Madam

　Your Majesty is the first person I have ever written to in this way, so I am not sure what to expect.
　I apologize for any rudeness I may have caused you.
　Please accept my apologies in advance.

　The reason why I have written to you today is because I have something to ask you.

　His Majesty said, "If you have any problems or questions, you can always write to me," and that is why I have written to you.

　I am ashamed to admit that it was several years ago that I was appointed by High Priestess Medium as her successor.
　At the time, it was so sudden and unexpected that I couldn't really feel it, and even now I can't imagine myself as a medium.
　To be honest, I'm not sure if I can be as wonderful as your eminence, High Priestess Medium.

　I'm very sorry to ask you this, but I've just said such a big thing to the Emperor the other day. ......
　What kind of attitude should a person in charge have?

　I heard that His Majesty the Emperor ascended the throne at the age of twelve, the same age as me.
　If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at ......

　Please let me know if you have any questions.

　Sincerely

　Cecilia Peter

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　Dear Cecilia Peter

　Dear Sir or Madam

　It is an honor for the Emperor of Lemuria and for me as a man to be relied upon by a promising, lovely, and upcoming medium like you.

　Now, I understand that you are anxious to ascend to the throne as the next Medium. ...... That is quite normal.
　It's very normal.
　There is no shame in being anxious about this responsibility.

　As you said, I was twelve years old when I ascended to the throne of Lemuria, but I was filled with anxiety.
　I am ashamed to say that I once tried to run away.
　However, thanks to my excellent vassals and the people who supported me, I was able to make it this far.
　I do not believe that I have made it this far on my own.

　(*Author's note: This is just a social call to arms in a letter. In reality, I was not worried about anything, my escape was just an act, and I was very excited about my accession. From the bottom of his heart, he believes that he has been able to do this because of his own abilities. (Please keep in mind that there are some things in his letter that he does not even think about.

　It is time for me to get down to business.

　I'd like to get to the point. Here is my attitude as a superior: ......
　It is important to be confident in all situations.

　Even if you feel insecure, you should not express it in your mouth or face.
　This is because anxiety is transmitted from the top to the bottom.

　If a superior always looks anxious, his vassals will also look anxious.
　And the faces of those below them will darken as well.

　The Lemurian emperor and the medium are the leaders of the Messianic world, even though their positions are different.
　If we, the leaders of the Messianic world, have such anxious expressions on our faces, it will infect all Messianics.
　This would mean a decline in the vitality of the entire Messianic world, and would give the infidels and heretics an opening to take advantage of.

　Therefore, you must not show any signs of anxiety.

　Nevertheless, we all have anxiety.
　If you can't take it anymore, please contact me at ....... No, if you have any anxiety at all, please contact me.

　As an elder and a guardian of the Messianic world, I will help you.

　I will also rely on you in case of emergency.

　Sincerely

　Hercule Yulianos.



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　About infidels and heretics.

　Your Majesty, Hercule.

　Dear Sir or Madam

　It has been six months since I exchanged letters with you.
　I am very happy to be so close to you.

　I have great respect for you, but there are some things I don't agree with.
　Let me ask you this: ...... What do you think about the existence of infidels and heretics?

　I am still not convinced of the contents of the "Edict of Alexandria" issued by His Majesty.
　From the correspondence I have had with His Majesty, I have the impression that He is a very pious Messianic believer.

　However, the "Edict of Alexandria" is the exact opposite of that impression I had of you.

　Of course, I am not suggesting that all infidels and heretics should be killed.
　Whether their teachings and lives were right or wrong will all be revealed at the final judgment by ...... the Lord (God).

　However, I believe that all living people have the right to enjoy the orthodox teachings, and we Messiahs have the duty to pass them on.

　I feel that Your Majesty's "Edict of Alexandria" has diminished such an opportunity.

　I know that this is a very rude question, but please let me know your thoughts.

　Sincerely

　Cecilia Peter

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Dear Cecilia Peter

　Dear Sir or Madam

　I am honored to have made the acquaintance of such a beautiful woman as yourself.
　I would like to keep in touch with you in the future.
　I believe that there is no difference in the friendship between you and me, despite our different positions.

　Now, your point is well taken.
　It is very painful to hear.

　Nevertheless, I am convinced that my own approach is the next best thing, if not the best, and that as a politician it is a policy that will allow more people to be happy and have the opportunity to enjoy the righteous teachings of God.

　In the first place, why are there such things as infidels and heretics?

　The teachings that the Son of God has made available to us are very wonderful.
　If all people would listen and understand these teachings, ...... surely more people would be able to travel to the Kingdom of God.

　But the reality is that there are many pagans and heretics in this world.

　The teachings of God are undoubtedly true and wonderful.
　So why don't they follow it or listen to it?

　In my opinion, it is because of our immorality. 　

　I think it is because of our immorality, that is, our way of communicating and even our behavior.

　I am very ashamed to say that there are a certain number of Messianics in our country, both in the public and private sectors, who commit unreasonable assault, robbery, and rape against infidels and heretics.
　There are also those who persecute people like Nia because she is a minority, even though they are also Messianic.

　With such an attitude, it is inevitable that infidels and heretics will close their hearts.

　This is the current situation in our country.

　Let me tell you an analogy.

　It is the story of the North Wind and the Sun.


　(The outline of the fairy tale of the North Wind and the Sun continues below.


　Until now, we have been dealing with pagans and heretics in the way of the North Wind.
　However, the situation has only worsened and is not improving.

　So I have decided to deal with them in the way of the sun.

　In other words, my goal is to create a world where all living people in the world can enjoy the correct teachings and be invited to the Kingdom of God, just as you are.

　I hope you understand.

　Sincerely yours

　Hercule Yulianos


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　Birthday Present

　Dear Cecilia

　Dear Sir or Madam

　It's been a long time since I corresponded with you.
　In my mind you are still little Cecilia, but I wonder how much you have grown and become beautiful.
　I would like to meet you soon, if possible, but I am too busy with political affairs to have time to meet you.

　It's a shame, really.

　Speaking of growth, ......
　Your best friend and my dear retainer, Nia, has grown a lot.

　She's over a hundred and fifty centimeters tall.
　Her body has grown into a woman's body.

　My wife, Carolina, seems to be growing impatient with Nia's growth.
　Child growth is a terrible thing.

　Well, I used to be a child, too.

　Did you know that Nia's birthday is in December?
　The same day as the Vigil.

　I gave her a dress.
　She's 14 years old now, and I thought she needed a social occasion.

　Nia wants to see you, too.
　She's especially interested in your height.

　She wants to win you over.



　Now let's get to the point.

　I believe that "universals" are not objects, but ...... (theology follows)


　That's all.
　I look forward to meeting you one day.

　Sincerely yours

　Your guardian, Hercule Julianos.

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　Dear Mr. Hercule

　Dear Sir or Madam

　It has been a long time since you and Mr. Hercule have corresponded with each other.
　As for my growth, ...... I'm growing taller and taller.

　I am looking forward to the day when I can show it to you, Mr. Hercule.



　By the way, my birthday is on the first of January.



　I understand that Nia received a dress for her birthday.
　I've been corresponding with Nia, but she never told me about it.

　What do you mean?
　I'm really sorry why she didn't tell me about it.


　I gave her a birthday card, but I guess my card was not as good as such a wonderful gift.
　I envy Nia.



　By the way, my birthday is on January 1st.




　But Master Hercule.
　How is it for an emperor to favor one vassal over another?
　Some of the people around you may be dissatisfied.

　I am saying this for the sake of Lord Hercule.
　I think it would be better if you didn't favor me in such a way.




　By the way, my birthday is on January 1st.




　Let's put aside the unimportant matter of Nia's birthday (・・・・・・・・) and get down to business.

　I believe that the "universal" is ...... (theological discussion to follow)


　That's all.
　I look forward to meeting you soon.

　Yours sincerely.

　Cecilia Peter, a friend of Mr. Hercule


　P.S.

　By the way, my birthday is on the first of January.

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　The Siege of Rosa Island　

　Dear Mr. Hercule

　Dear Sir or Madam

　First of all, I would like to congratulate you.
　The island of Lhosa has fallen.
　Congratulations.

　We've heard of the misdeeds of the pirates on Rosa.
　Now that they've been wiped out, more people will be able to sail safely.

　Also, as a devout servant of God, I am very happy that many heretics on the island of Rosa were able to come into contact with correct teachings under the guidance of Hercule and have the opportunity to be led into the Kingdom of God.

　I have already heard the details of the siege of Rosa Island.
　I have heard that there were many casualties. ......
　Even within the Lemurian Patriarchate, there are voices that condemn Lord Hercule's actions.

　It is true that Hercule's actions this time were a bit forceful and harsh.
　But more than that, it is true that the Rosa Island pirates have tormented many devout Messiahs.

　The crimes of the Rosa Island pirates are serious, and the heretics of Rosa Island who knew of their evil deeds and cooperated with them are also not innocent.
　It is inappropriate to accuse them of killing innocent people.

　Even if we were to be gentle with the Rosa Island pirates, it is hard to say if they would easily change their minds.
　It would be better to start a rebellion again and again, with many casualties each time. ......

　I think the best option would have been to do away with them all at once, like this.

　At the risk of sounding pompous and offensive, ......

　I thought that perhaps Mr. Hercule might be concerned about ......, so I took up the pen.

　Although we are in different positions, Mr. Hercule and I share the same goal of making the world a place where more people can enjoy the teachings of Messianism.
　If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask me.

　I am still inexperienced, but I would like to help you as much as I can.

　Sincerely

　Cecilia Peter, a person who understands Master Hercule

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　Dear Cecilia

　Dear Sir or Madam

　Thank you for your words of encouragement.
　I appreciate your thoughtfulness.

　I personally regret that I went a little overboard this time.
　Nevertheless, I could not think of any other way to bring the pirates to their knees.

　This is my fault, I suppose.

　I'm a politician and a soldier.
　This is a job that kills while it saves many.

　In fact, my hands are probably stained red with blood.

　But it has to be done by someone.
　I'm the only one who can do this.

　I believe that this is a mission given to me by God.



　I want to be a hero only to those who admire and honor me as a hero.



　I believe that the happiness of a single subject is far more important than the happiness of a hundred foreigners.

　Sincerely yours

　Your dearest and most understanding friend, Hercule Yulianos.


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　Dear Cecilia Peter

　Dear Sir or Madam

　It's almost our birthday.
　I would like to send you a birthday card again this year.

　Now, ......, I have heard from the Emperor.
　Cecilia, you are in correspondence with the Emperor.

　Ever since the two of you met.
　As long as I have, more often than I have.

　Not that there's anything wrong with that. ......

　Personally, I'm wondering why you didn't tell me about it: ......
　I'm not sure why you didn't tell me.

　Cecilia, you know that I adore you, Your Majesty.
　She has consulted with me many times.

　Isn't it cruel that you don't tell me that you are in correspondence with the Emperor?
　From what I've heard, the two of you correspond through the imperial mail system.

　To tell you the truth, I would like to exchange more letters with you.
　If you are going to use the imperial mail system anyway, one letter or two letters are the same in terms of transportation.

　Why didn't you do that with me?

　Cecilia must have known about my love for her.
　And I thought I was her best friend.

　To be honest, I feel betrayed.

　I would like to receive a proper and satisfactory answer.

　Sincerely

　Nia Lucarios


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　Dear Nia Lucarios

　Dear Sir or Madam

　It is true that I have been in correspondence with the Emperor.
　It was certainly inappropriate for me not to inform you of this.
　I apologize.

　However, I believe that your friendship with His Majesty is separate.
　Both my correspondence with you and my correspondence with His Majesty the Emperor are of my own free will.

　Therefore, my correspondence with His Majesty has nothing to do with you.

　It is true that it is my fault that I have concealed from you the fact that I have been corresponding with His Majesty the Emperor, even though I never intended to do so.

　But do you really have the right to blame me for that?

　I believe that just because we are best friends doesn't mean that we have to hide everything from each other.
　It was never my intention to betray you.

　I hope you will understand that.

　Sincerely

　Cecilia Peter


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Dear Cecilia Peter

　Dear Sir or Madam

　I understand very well how you feel, Cecilia.
　You're right.

　I have no right to blame you.
　Cecilia's correspondence with the Emperor is certainly her choice.

　It's also up to you to keep it from me.

　It is certainly up to you to conceal from me the fact that you yourself correspond with the Emperor, even though you know that I am in love with him.

　However, if you think that Cecilia is my best friend, then you can visit ......
　If you think that Cecilia is my best friend, shouldn't you tell me the fact that you have been corresponding with her, whether you want to help her fall in love or not?

　And don't you also need to explain to me why you have been hiding it from me?

　Cecilia-sama says that I'm her best friend, but it seems that Cecilia-sama and I have some differences in our definitions of "best friend".

　At least, if I were in Cecilia's position, I would make sure to tell her that.

　I thought I could be Cecilia-sama's "best friend," but it seems that I am not.
　I am very sorry.

　I no longer blame you, Cecilia.
　After all, I'm just a commoner, born in the lower class of Nova Lemuria. ......
　In addition, I am a Nightmare.

　Inwardly, you looked down on me, didn't you?

　I suppose it's only natural.

　I was the one who got carried away by the idea that I was an equal friend to Cecilia-sama, the next Princess Miko (Medium).
　Please forgive me for my rudeness until now.

　I hope we will never have to write to each other again.

　Sincerely yours

　Nia Lucarios

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　Dear Nia Lucarios

　Dear Sir or Madam

　I am puzzled as to why you are suddenly behaving in such a manner. 　
　I have apologized to you for hiding the truth from you.

　I am not asking you to accept my apology.
　It is true that there are things that are unforgivable, even between best friends.

　You say that we should forgive the sins of the other person, and of course I understand that this is not easy to do.

　I know it's not easy, but isn't it cruel to talk like that?

　I have never disrespected you in my life.
　I swear to the Lord that I never have.

　I would gladly go to purgatory if I ever entertained such feelings.

　There is no doubt in my mind that I considered you a good friend.
　I believed that you knew that. ...... Do you doubt me?

　I have one or two things that I want to hide.
　Why can't you understand that?


　And you only blame me. ......
　You can't be sure that you haven't done anything terrible to me.

　You have received two birthday presents from the ...... emperor, haven't you?
　Why didn't you tell me about it?
　The Emperor told me all about it.

　At that time, I felt very betrayed.
　But even so, I didn't say anything because I thought ...... there were one or two things you wanted to hide.

　And the Emperor did not know that my birthday was January 1st. 　
　You knew, didn't you?
　Didn't you have plenty of opportunities to tell him about it?

　I know from your letters that you have been on good terms with His Majesty for quite some time.

　You do not take these things into account and blame only me unilaterally, do you?
　I don't think that's fair.

　And ......, you can't just shun me like that, can you?　
　There's no excuse for that, is there?

　I don't mean to be presumptuous and ask you to forgive anything if you are my best friend.
　However, isn't it too much to just unilaterally declare that you're going to cut off all contact with him, ruining even the chance for him to forgive you?



　I'm sure you're not the only one who is paranoid about demons (nightmare).
　I don't know what to make of it, but I'm not sure I'm going to be able to do it.

　I did not expect you to be such a person.

　It seems that you and I have a big difference in our perception of "best friend".

　It might be a good idea to take a cooling off period first.

　It is not a good idea to try to contact each other when you are not calm.
　Well, since you've assured me that you won't be contacting me anymore, it may not matter. ......

　I will refrain from writing to you for the time being.

　Sincerely

　Cecilia Peter