My Goddess is Good at Pretending

Chapter 560: On the Bright Side

Galashiels had no idea the Stevia Empire’s subjects would suppress the newly built righteous church, the faction led by a Holy Knight Deity. It was hard to measure the Elysion Church’s true combat power. Still, it would be unwise with no advantage to offend such a powerful force just because of some fools.

Not to mention, the Elysion Church also served a God. As fellow faithful servants devoted to the divine being, even though the God they worship might be different, they should respect each other.

"Hm, although it was partly their mistake, it wasn’t entirely their fault either, Lady Myra. However, this misunderstanding wouldn’t have happened if you had asked the empire’s approval first." Galashiels stroked his beard.

"We reach this world to spread Her Grace’s love and teaching. Our arrival is due to Her divine will. Those hostilities are unjustifiable. We have already received permission from the local Gods, one of which is the God of Glory. Yet, we got attacked by some sects before anything else. Are you saying that your authority exceeds the Gods, Sir Galashiels?" Myra crossed her arms.

"Mm, we have received the divine revelation from the God of Glory. The Elysion Church is a righteous force from another world that is worthy of our respect and support. We shall aid them to the best of our might." The revered Demi-God monk put his raised hand above his palm, emitting a radiant aura.

"I never said that, Lady Myra. Nah, I’m too old to deal with this matter. Reginald, you take care of this and ensure you resolve it peacefully. Punish the involved parties accordingly." Galashiels wiped his sweat with a handkerchief.

The other party had already received permission from the local Gods, so there were no more arguments to justify anything. Also, the Elysion Church was still willing to talk, so this matter could be resolved peacefully, and his presence was no longer needed.

Just a few minutes ago, he was shocked to sense a Deity-level powerhouse emerged, emitting a strong sense of dissatisfaction. Fortunately, it was not the Demon King or the Monster Deity. Therefore, it would be better if he left the rest to the current Emperor to decide. The troublemakers involved should receive punishment and should compensate the Elysian Church to avoid a meaningless internal war.

"This..." Reginald felt a little overwhelmed. His ancestor flew away just like that, leaving him alone with the Elysion Church’s demand.

"I’ve listed the factions that attacked us in the past week. They should come personally to our sacred ground to compensate for the damage and injuries they caused, and they should also beg for forgiveness before the statue of our Goddess. Failure to fulfill these conditions within a week shall lead to all-out assault." Daemyx handed over a scroll to the Emperor of Stevia.

"Alright, we shall arrange it accordingly. So please appease your anger and dissatisfaction in the meantime as we shall satisfy your condition within a week." Reginald sighed and nodded. He couldn’t help anyone to cover this matter because the Deity already come down personally to give him face, even his ancestor fled right away.

Regardless of what had happened, someone had to take responsibility. The factions on the list should follow the conditions accordingly if they didn’t want to be attacked by a faction led by a Deity. Not to mention, it was a church, similar to the temple and monastery... the faithful followers of religion couldn’t be treated lightly because the fanatics could become so terrifying and extreme.

"Good." Myra nodded in agreement and glared at several factions’ representatives. She managed to leave a strong impact, and the hostile parties had no other choice but to comply, regardless of their ego and arrogance.

[ Class: Holy Knight | Strength: Deity | Realm: 10th Rank | Affinity: Holy Power | Potential: S+ ]

[ Class: Holy Saint | Strength: Demi God | Realm: 9th Rank | Affinity: Holy Power | Potential: S- ]

[ Class: Angel of Revelation | Strength: Grand Master | Realm: 6th Rank | Affinity: Otherworldly Power | Potential: SS+ ]

[ Class: Holy Priestess | Strength: Grand Master | Realm: 6th Rank | Affinity: Otherworldly Power | Potential: SS ]

[ Class: Godly Warrior | Strength: Grand Master | Realm: 6th Rank | Affinity: Otherworldly Power | Potential: SS ]

[ Class: Shadow Assassin | Strength: Grand Master | Realm: 6th Rank | Affinity: Otherworldly Power | Potential: SS ]

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"Wow..." Yuusha Mashiro widened his eyes with astonishment as his blessing revealed the potential of the people from the Elysion Church.

He never knew the empire possessed many high-rank powerhouses, but nobody above 7th Rank would embark on the hero expedition next week. Even though every faction and organization sent their best combatants for it, the strongest and most influential one in the hero expedition team was only Imperial Princess Genevieve. He wished for more combat power!

And then, as if his wish came true, a new variable suddenly emerged. The Elysion Church possessed more than sufficient combat power to suppress the Demon King, and almost all of those present possessed the necessary power to counter the demons, especially the holy and otherwordly power.

Otherworldly power could be interpreted as the power or blessing beyond the world’s common sense, and it would be safe to say that the otherworldly ability holder was overpowered, just like him and his comrades.

Since the holy war was already so close, he should pull this new powerful faction to send some combatants for his expedition team!

Not to mention, the Elysion Chruch said they came from the otherworld!?

’Wait, are they the summoned heroes as well? Or maybe, it’s because they are blessed by their God? Which world are they referring to?’ Yuusha Mashiro wondered in his mind. He had to find the answer as soon as possible.

"Have you seen enough?" Gabriella waved her hand, sending a jamming frequency to disturb anyone’s appraisal eyes.

"Ugh..." Yuusha Mashiro covered his right eye as the burning sensation suddenly assaulted him, knowing the other party caught himself peeking at their status screen.

He then stepped forward to salvage the situation. "Esteemed guests from the Elysion Church. Since you are here, would you be so kind as to take part in the Martial Arts Competition? We hold this sacred event because we shall embark on an expedition to slay the Demon King of Extreme Evil next week. If you allow me to state my request, we greatly expect the Elysion Church to participate in the expedition to eliminate the great evil. We need your power to save this world."

Myra glanced at Daemyx, Gabriella, and the others once before nodding in agreement. "Alright."

"That might be a bit too much to ask, but we’re- huh?" Yuusha Mashiro was about to say more, but he was taken aback when he realized the other party agreed without a second thought. He thought he had to reason and convince them further, but the agreement came so easily.

"What? You invited us, and you’re so surprised by it? We’re blessed by the almighty, and our noble task is to eliminate the great evils from the world. We’ve saved the other worlds, and this world shall meet its salvation soon." Myra put her hands on her breastplate with a sincere, confident smile.

"We greatly welcome your participation!" Mizushima Katsue was pleasantly surprised. She was so happy to get another powerful, reliable ally that would greatly increase their success rate.

Myra and Daemyx then arranged for the Elysion Church’s representatives to participate in the Martial Arts Competition. They did it to honor the sacred tradition. After all, the previous matter would be resolved soon.

Even so, they also had to show their intentions to the hostile factions. The Elysion Church’s representatives would beat their younger generation to a pulp in the arena.

Nine people from the Apostles and five people from the Elysion Church entered the participant waiting room. At the end of the registration, several factions sent several additional experts as participants for various reasons, and in the end, the total number of participants increased, almost reaching two hundred people.

After that, Myra, Daemyx, Jophiel, and the five priests went to the VIP seat impromptu prepared for them.

"You wish to humiliate me? Dream on. We shall crush your representatives and cripple them." The bald old man muttered with hatred.

His sect was one of those who tried to crush the Elysion Church a few days ago. He refused to pay the compensation or kneel before the statue as it was akin to humiliating his sect. The Emperor sent him an imperial order regarding it, but his pride wouldn’t allow it. He could just send some random disciples just to please the Elysion Church, but he had to make the arrogant church suffer so they would understand their place.

"Oh, so you’re what they call a loser? Gu Yijun from the Xinghu Gate Sect, right?" Jophiel looked at the bald man in the neighboring tribune with disgust.

"Who dare-" Gu Yijun snapped and raised his fist, ready to teach the unruly girl a lesson, but he was stunned when he saw such a beautiful, seductive lady there. The tribune on his left was empty just a moment ago, but the Elysion Church occupied it right now.

"What do you want to do to our lady priestess? Try to touch her and we shall help you to obliterate you into dust." Myra stood behind Jophiel, hand on her sword hilt.

"What? It was just a misunderstanding..." Gu Yijun swallowed back his arrogance. The other party was a Deity, and he would die a foolish death if he offended them.

He cursed in his mind about why the Elysion Church was placed in the VIP seats next to him when there were still so many empty VIP tribunes and quarters elsewhere!

"Hmph!" Jophiel crossed her arms. She already took off her veil, and sure enough, her alluring beauty attracted many people’s attention, especially the young men.

The lust and desire clearly shone in their eyes, and it made her feel disgusted. However, it was her stage to play them in her palm. Just as she thought that several young prodigies approached her to get acquainted with her.

’Hmm~ they’re... I feel they’re more prominent than those sent to participate in the competition. Apparently, those elders are unwilling to send the best talent in their reserve, but let’s see... I shall make these youngsters join the hero expedition team voluntarily, fufu~ Master will be proud. Mama will praise me~’ Jophiel laughed in her mind. She only had to play the card right, and these young prodigies would obey her request.