As the recorder for this meeting, he formally bowed slightly to King William IV and introduced, "Your Majesty, to summarize for you, based on the current situation, the doctors advise you to believe in theology, while Your Excellencies suggest you trust in science."
The Archbishop of York heard this and his expression changed. He replied in a deep voice, "Your Excellency, although I am aware of your reputation, it is best not to speak too harshly on such inviolable principles. Or should I say, are you actually standing with the Vatican, being a spy sent by the Pope to Britain?"
The Bishop of London also added cynically, "If that is the case, then it's not hard to explain why Your Excellency founded the 'Atheistic Academy on Gaul Street.' You say 'atheism,' but in secret, you engage in idol worship?"
