The Saintess of the Heavenly Direction Church holds a special status and position within the church's hierarchy. Politically, the Saintess is not as influential as the Pope, but in religious matters, she is even more revered. This is because of her ability to 'communicate' with the heavens.
Another unique aspect of the Saintess's position is that she is not always chosen from within the church's ranks; she can come from outside the church as well. Regardless of status, the appearance of the Saintess is revealed by the heavens, and the church knows how to identify each generation's Saintess through divine signs. In other words, the Saintess is chosen by the heavens, making it a highly revered status that can even surpass that of the Pope.
Aldrian had already heard about the Saintess of this generation. Many said she was unique, even compared to her predecessors. His curiosity grew as he thought about meeting the Saintess that so many spoke of.
