The Bizatine Plain lies between the Christos Law Country and the Isla Empire.
A massive barracks of the Christos Army was spread out.
In the very center of the military barracks were the Cardinals of Christos, including Lydia.
The Apostles of Katorikus, including Simon and Aurelia, were gathered as well.
A conference room was set up for the commanders of the Christos and Katorikus armies to discuss matters.
“Thank you for cooperating with us.”
Lydia greeted the Katorikus side.
“We are comrades fighting against the heretics who deny Lord Luke. All the grudges from our past disagreements should be buried now, and we shall work together to combat evil, which is what our Teacher desires.”
In response, Simon opened his arms and replied.
“Yes, he would definitely want that.”
“News has reached us that the enemy leader, Mahomet, is appearing on the battlefield. If we can capture the enemy leader, it would be the best opportunity to end this war. Hence, the Apostles have gathered.”
Simon pointed to the other Apostles standing behind him.
Apart from Paulah, who ascended to the heavens not long ago, there were ten Apostles, including Aurelia and Simon.
In the presence of ten Apostles, the battlefield could potentially collapse if just one of them appeared.
All but one of Katorikus’s top forces had assembled.
“One Apostle is momentarily away on another mission, but I received urgent news that they will return shortly.”
“Good. We are truly grateful for the trust you have placed in us.”
Lydia responded with a bright smile.
“The seven Cardinals have all gathered here. Everyone is focusing on capturing Mahomet.”
Lydia indicated the seven Cardinals standing behind her.
Including Andre, who replaced Seiren, who was rendered powerless due to the ‘Gift’ side effects, there were Meiru, Sunny, Cronia, Amy, the Baptizer Dia, and Hannah Scarlet.
The top force of Christos was regarded as even more formidable than the Apostles of Katorikus.
Cardinals who could single-handedly wreck a kingdom had all gathered in one place.
In the past, Mahomet single-handedly slaughtered numerous superhumans and strong warriors during the Isla War and unified a third of the continent.
Now, after a century of discord, the two mighty nations had joined hands to confront him.
“Now, shall we discuss the operation?”
The leaders of both nations gathered around a large table and unfolded a map.
“The goal is to lure the main forces of the Isla Empire here. This has essentially been accomplished. The Isla Empire’s army must pass through the Bizatine Plain by relinquishing some of its occupied territory.”
Simon pointed at the map where the Isla Empire’s occupied territory crossed the Bizatine Plain.
“Indeed, the first objective has been achieved.”
“Our next goal is to capture Mahomet from this position. However, it’s obvious we’ll be well fortified, so the question is whether Mahomet will actually come here.”
“Mahomet will certainly come. Given her personality.”
“She has indeed broken through the enemy’s strength and tactics with sheer force in the past during the Isla War.”
“Even if she is aware of our trap, there’s no way she won’t come here, especially if she’s personally leading the charge. The only thing we need to consider is when they will arrive…”
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“Sorry for interrupting the meeting!”
At that moment, a knight rushed in.
“What is the matter?”
“The Isla Empire’s army has been spotted! They will reach the Bizatine Plain in about four hours!”
Murmurs filled the conference room as it began to buzz with excitement.
“Didn’t expect them to move this quickly.”
“This is quite unexpected.”
“Have you confirmed Mahomet’s banner?”
Cardinal Meiru asked the knight who had entered to report.
“I have confirmed it! A green background with a star and crescent moon! Mahomet’s banner has been identified!”
“To have reached the battlefield this soon means… they have been advancing without a moment’s hesitation.”
“That’s typical of Mahomet. She marches in trusting only her own strength, ignoring enemy strategies and traps.”
“This works out rather well. Everyone is gathered here. Let’s begin our planning.”
*
Just as they were about to rise and head to the battlefield,
“Ugh… what is this…?”
Johanna suddenly furrowed her brows and pressed a hand to her head.
“Johanna, is something wrong?”
“Oh, it’s nothing. I received a message from Simon.”
“A message?”
Did he telepathically send instructions?
Simon had mentioned he was on the battlefield.
To relay a message from that distance to here…
Maybe it’s a technique utilizing Iako’s telekinesis.
“Yes. Mahomet is heading to the battlefield.”
Mahomet is coming to the battlefield.
“And all the Apostles and Cardinals have gathered to capture Mahomet and end the war in alliance with Christos.”
Everyone in one place?
The Apostles and Cardinals were said to be the top positions of both nations.
They all gathered to capture Mahomet.
Is Mahomet really that strong?
“I received a message that I should come to that location as well. Lord, please come with me.”
A place where everyone is assembled.
This could be a big reunion moment.
“Lord, I have confirmed the location of the Apostles. Since it is the army’s base, there is a spatial barrier preventing direct teleportation.”
Paulah, who was concentrating on casting magic, spoke up.
If she were at her peak strength, she could easily break through a spatial barrier set up by humans, but it seems she has limitations after descending to the ground.
“However, we can move to a nearby location.”
“Then let’s go there. We can teleport from there to the Apostles.”
Given that she sent Johanna a message, it’s unlikely we’ll clash directly with Mahomet.
Considering the time Johanna needs to move, there should be enough leeway.
Let’s meet the Apostles in advance and stop the war.
“Lord, then I will begin the teleportation.”
Paulah placed a hand on my shoulder as she spoke.
“Alright. Johanna, come here.”
I gestured for Johanna to approach.
We need to be physically close for teleportation.
“Yes… yes?”
Johanna replied, flustered.
What’s with her?
“How could I possibly let my filthy flesh touch your holy body…?”
Johanna answered in a voice that was barely audible.
What is she talking about?
Suddenly, I remembered what Lilith had told me.
That I am regarded as a god on the ground.
As the possible true god who defeated the ‘gods of chaos’ unlike when I was treated as the ‘Son of Deus’.
Is that why Johanna is acting like this?
It’s a bit concerning.
Why is she making such a big deal out of me?
“Come here, Johanna. How could I ever think of you as dirty?”
Johanna hesitantly approached me.
She bowed her head and, blushing, stepped into my embrace.
…I didn’t say to embrace me.
“Ah, my Lord! To see you again…!”
Is it just me, or was her breath unusually warm?
“Paulah, let’s get going.”
“Understood, my Lord. I will start the teleportation.”
With a bright light bursting from Paula’s hand, the surrounding vision engulfed us.
In the next moment, I found myself standing in a vast plain.
We had left Spring Water Village and reached the Bizatine Plain, our intended destination.
In the distance, many plumes of smoke were rising.
Is that where our disciples are stationed?
“My Lord, it seems the armies of both sides have clashed.”
Paulah said while looking toward the source of the smoke.
“What?”
Have they already clashed?
So they’re fighting right now?
This is bad; our disciples must not be harmed.
We have to hurry!
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