It was clear in his eyes that he had experienced even more betrayals and disappointments while he was the Pope and Overseer of humans.
He had been betrayed countless times to the point of wishing to give up his role, but ended up staying and was still protecting and defending humanity even now.
"I do have moments of peace and joy. I hope Your Holiness has them too," Arabella responded. Observing the Pope closely.
"That's good then.
I do too.
My students are my pride and joy now.
And after living for so long, instead of grieving all the time for everyone I have lost, I learned to find joy in a lot of things.
Seeing young ones grow up and evolve, for instance.
You were so young and small the last time I saw you in Lobelius.
You even played with my hair.
Now, you have grown into such a fine lady - a beauty with a great mind and worldview.
