“An indulgence was a papal document that granted the buyer remission from the need to do penance for his sins.”

“The papal breve is presented to the king, who must choose the day and place for the presentation ceremony.”

“I know he selects his own papal name, so I hope he gives himself a moniker no pope has ever had.”

“Evie pats my nose with popelike slow solemnity, as if registering the promise.”

“Payel displayed his gratitude with a circular hand gesture. Very popelike.”