Chapter: 654
From the moment the myth era came to an end, there was one unsolvable riddle among the wizards.
It began with nameless wizards sitting on the streets and stretched to the great wizards sitting atop the magic tower, each with their own opinions fervently debating the topic.
“Is the God of Magic greater or is the Great Wizard Erginius greater?”
This debate started with the mention that the Great Wizard Erginius revealed knowledge that even the God of Magic did not know during the myth era.
As various figures, including the Holy Knight Ruel, left written records regarding this matter, the possibility of this mention being false was nonexistent.
Thus, most wizards supporting Erginius exclaimed that the arrogance of the gods had collapsed before humanity and claimed the superiority of the Great Wizard Erginius.
Conversely, those who argue that the God of Magic is superior built their argument around the fact that hundreds of years have passed from the distant past to the present.
It is indeed true that the God of Magic was impressed by Erginius’s wisdom at that time.
However, that was just something from hundreds of years ago.
The God of Magic has since confirmed how far His authority can reach and has now reached an even higher level, so it is an undeniable fact that the God of Magic is the greater wizard.
While there were some differences in opinions among the supporters, the core content was generally similar.
And the person who practically serves as the representative of these supporters is Nevera. An apostle serving the God of Magic and the Empire’s Great Wizard.
“If you have fought against the God of Darkness, you would understand. The existence of a god is determined by the entity He has chosen. The God of Magic gained the qualification to represent magic from the concept of magic itself. How could there be a greater wizard than this person in the world!”
Upon hearing Frey’s question, Nevera, veins bulging in her neck, argued for the greatness of the God of Magic for dozens of minutes.
How many times had she been attacked regarding Erginius for her to go berserk the moment his name was mentioned?
Nevera’s fierce voice seemed like it could kill anyone daring to rebut her, so we quietly listened to her story.
Cool.
Frey, are you sleeping right now!? If you invoke a chaos pattern, you need to take responsibility until the end! Why do you drop a bomb and get away by yourself!
“Do you understand!?”
“Yes, Nevera. There is no one who would deny the wise and benevolent God of Magic.”
Phoebe, who was seated up front, spoke gently, causing Nevera to smile slightly and clear her throat.
“Actually, continuing this conversation holds little meaning. Soon everything will be clarified. Hehe. Who would have thought Erginius would reappear on this world. How lucky we are.”
Her attitude of not doubting defeat but behaving as if victory is certain was quite annoying, but I forcibly kept my mouth shut.
If I touched on that, I would have to endure another boring tale for dozens of minutes. It’s better to just listen to the racket a bit…
“Do you think you can defeat Erginius?”
…Joy? Why did you wait until the last moment to say that!?
That would mean Nevera’s nonsense gets added in nicely! I finally saw a glimmer of hope for it to end!
“I don’t think I can defeat that person with brute force. They are on an entirely different level. However, when it comes to knowledge of magic, that’s different. Having learned directly from the God of Magic, I could surely turn the humiliation around.”
“A petty person who’s been silent all this time planning revenge while the world is in chaos? A marvelous master indeed. Quite worthy of respect.”
“Hah. Speaking of ‘Young Lady’s’ master, who would they be then? If you dare to challenge the God of Magic, they must be an extraordinary person, wouldn’t they be?”
“Yes. A truly wonderful person. I consider it a great privilege to serve Erginius, who should truly be called the God of Magic.”
“…What?”
“Oh my. Did you not know this? I see you’ve been so absorbed in your studies that you’ve become indifferent to the outside world.”
Taking out a fan and sweeping it open, Joy looked down at Nevera with her sharp eyes.
“Of course. There would be no way you could be this confident while looking this tacky.”
It’s the Villainess! A perfectly villainous appearance!
How long has it been since I’ve seen Joy like that!?
I’ve been such a slapstick for so long that I can’t even remember!
“The Young Lady of the Partlan family. It seems quite promising in the social circle.”
…Huh? Why are you suddenly complimenting? It feels like sarcasm, but what’s the meaning behind it?
You saying ‘promising’ means you’re young and don’t know much. Mentioning the social circle is a jab at seeing more of the outside world.
Is this an insidious noble-style quarrel? A method I could never do!
“I’m quite happy to receive praise from one who has devoted a long time to magic.”
It’s hilarious a spinster who spent her whole life locked up in magic hasn’t even gotten married at her age.
“Well, you’ll soon find out that the path of magic is exceedingly long. I still don’t see the end of it.”
The sight of a clueless little kid acting up is laughable.
“Hehe. Hearing that from one who would be considered an apostle of magic carries a different weight, doesn’t it?”
Are you proud of wasting all this time?
The two people, whose tones were only old-fashioned, kept throwing direct insults at each other while glaring with veins popping out.
Wow, women’s power struggles are scary! Phoebe! Hurry and mediate these two! At this rate, it’s going to turn into a blade fight!
Phoebe, noticing my desperate gaze, smoothly intervened between the two with a gentle smile.
“Ladies?”
“…I’m sorry. Saintess.”
“I’m sorry, Phoebe. It’s a matter related to my master.”
Breaking up the commotion with a single word, Phoebe told the two of them to wait and came closer to me.
“I think the sermon might be a bit long. Would you mind stepping outside for a bit?”
“I’ll do that. Your tedious talk can be boring.”
Th-thank you!
Just as I was trying to escape before the sermon began, Phoebe caught me.
“What? What’s going on? I haven’t done anything deserving of nagging!”
“Kent Young Lady stays here.”
“…Cool.”
“Pretending to sleep is ineffective.”
“I don’t want to. Saintess isn’t fun.”
“Kent Young Lady.”
At the moment Phoebe’s smile stiffened, I forcefully pulled Frey aside and exited the room.
There was a brief commotion inside, dreaming of escape, but that too was short-lived.
What crime has Arthur committed, staring blankly at the silenced door?
I’m sorry, Arthur! But shouldn’t I at least live first!?
The fact that my friends are here indicates that Karia and others are soon to arrive as well.
I need to meet Karia first to know how everything is progressing. I have to prepare to strike all at once.
As I stepped outside the church, I was surprised to find myself in early darkness and looked up.
It wasn’t night yet. It was just that a huge person was blocking the sun.
“Silly Papa. What are you doing?”
When I spoke to Benedict, who was hesitating at the door, he flinched and stepped back.
Strange? Normally, he would have hugged me with both arms and cried ugly tears.
“Our daughter. Are you hurt anywhere?”
“It was a lavish treatment. Other than almost throwing up because of some bastard, it wasn’t bad.”
“…I’m sorry.”
Ah, what now? That again?
I told you last time, I’m fine on my own!
This time was the same. The Pope’s involvement was something none of us could have predicted.
I didn’t know that bastard would openly spread the authority of the Evil God.
What caused everyone to freeze was an unforeseen accident.
Moreover, in the midst of the worst situation, I was the one who followed along peacefully without fighting back.
It was my choice. You don’t have to feel sorry.
“I…”
Benedict, mumbling, was starting to annoy me, so I punched him hard in the gut.
I thought he would naturally act like it was nothing, but he yelped and stepped back.
“Lucy?”
“Get lost if you’re going to act like an idiot, Papa. I don’t need a pathetic sloppy dad.”
“B-but I…”
“Are you really going to keep being sloppy?”
Ugh!
I yelled with my brows furrowed, and he awkwardly smiled before carefully trying to hug me.
“I’ll make sure to be a splendid Papa next time.”
“Pfft. So you admit you’ve been sloppy until now?”
“I have to admit it. What can I do about the stupid things I did?”
Swallowing hard as Benedict backed away, I saw Karia smiling contentedly and the Sloppy Fox struggling to break loose from its leash to rush at me.
“Let go! Being treated like a pet by a lady like you is only going to make me feel bad!”
“You bitch… Ahem. Long time no see, Employer. You seem to be doing well, so that’s a relief.”
The Sloppy Fox’s desperate eyes were on me, but I easily ignored it.
Being treated like a pet by someone I don’t even like is the ultimate humiliation, right?
Whoohoo! Looks great!
Maybe I should tell Karl to take it for a walk next time.
“Lucy! Don’t abandon me!”
“For now, I’ve gathered as much power as possible while the employer was away. I can move at any time.”
“Good job. If only you’d do the same in a relationship, why are you still unmarried? Ah! It’s not that you haven’t dated, right?! Sorry about that!”
“It’s not that I can’t, it’s that I won’t.”
“Really? Is there a guy out there who would like a girl like you? What kind of psycho would that be?”
“…Why is everything you say so sincere?”
Oops, busted.
I stuck my tongue out playfully, causing Karia to shake her fist in frustration.
If I continued, she really might explode, so I stopped here.
Boom!
Startled by a loud explosion from above, I looked up to see part of a building’s wall blown away.
“Hey! Little brat! I’ll make you wake up to reality!”
“Are you sure it’s okay to get so heated at your age, ma’am?”
Phoebe’s mediation… has failed!?
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