Global Game: Developing a Knight Clan-Chapter 89 - 88: Tier Six, and the Miracle Reappears

Chapter 89: Chapter 88: Tier Six, and the Miracle Reappears

At the outer edge of the forest deep to the east of the Swamp Territory, more than ten kilometers from the Rock Steel Giant Dragon’s Magic Crystal Nest, the Swamp Territory had already erected a series of outposts.

The outposts were arranged in a ring, spaced five hundred meters apart.

The whole setup formed an arcing defensive line facing the Swamp Territory’s town.

Its purpose was to block all prying eyes.

In addition to the outpost personnel, two hundred of the territory’s soldiers patrolled the area daily, split into ten squads.

Each of these squads was also equipped with at least three Contracted Giant-toothed Mountain Rats.

Although these Giant-toothed Mountain Rats were weak, their sense of smell was incredible. They could detect the scent of any outsider within five hundred meters.

Moreover, besides these patrolling soldiers, there were also a large number of Tierless Demon Beasts within the forest.

These Tierless Demon Beasts formed a second line of defense against intruders and disturbances.

In addition, Flying Demon Beasts occasionally streaked across the sky.

If anyone managed to cross the first defensive line, the second would absolutely make them regret it.

At this time, York, accompanied by his wife, led Oleg and five Bishops of Truth along a familiar path to this place.

York was very satisfied to see the patrolling soldiers performing their duties so meticulously.

"Is this direction the outskirts of the Land of Divine Descent?"

"It seems His Lordship the Viscount has indeed put his heart into this."

One of the five Bishops spoke, a hint of approval in his expression.

However, he quickly frowned.

"But I see these squads are led by only a single Tier One Knight. That can hardly be enough to deter prying eyes, can it?"

"This is highly inappropriate. Why didn’t Lord Tyr arrange for devout Missionaries to guard the Divine Envoy?"

"This is the very place of My Lord’s Divine Descent! How can this be acceptable?"

Having been summoned by the so-called Divine Envoy for this trip, the Bishops were already halfway to believing.

Thus, with a newfound sense of identity, this Bishop, feeling a sense of ownership as a believer in the God of Truth, was quick to critique the inadequate and unreasonable arrangements here.

York could only offer a helpless smile in response.

"What you say is true, Bishop, but my Swamp Territory is newly established. These arrangements are the best I can manage."

"As for why Bishop Tyr didn’t arrange for guards... well, you will all understand in a moment."

"Besides, while these soldiers can’t stop the prying eyes of the truly powerful, I doubt anyone who ventures inside will come out alive."

"To be honest, during the recent great battles, more than one or two people with ill intentions have died here! So, you needn’t worry about that."

As he finished, York wore an expression full of confidence.

The Bishops didn’t doubt him.

’It makes sense. A Divine Dragon... it’s a Giant Dragon. Who would dare to spy on it? That’s no different from seeking death!’

’Besides, the forces sent by outsiders to investigate surely wouldn’t be too strong.’

’After all, for now, most would only probe cautiously out of prudence, not go too far.’

’And this forest in the Wilderness... going in is like being a headless fly. Without a guide, how could they possibly find the Divine Dragon?’

’It would be like finding a needle in a haystack.’

Therefore, having reasoned this out, the Bishops said no more.

As for Bishop Aemon, he remained silent for the entire trip.

Oleg, who had been restored to his position as Bishop, understood Aemon’s behavior perfectly.

’This one has clearly started to believe.’

’After all, the so-called Divine Dragon has already summoned them. What is there left to doubt?’

’Right now, his mind must be in turmoil.’

At this, Oleg gave a silent smile.

’I wonder what his expression will be when he discovers that the so-called Divine Dragon is actually a True God, a God of Another World, no less.’

To be honest, Oleg was quite looking forward to it.

Of course, York was looking forward to it as well.

Every time he saw those important figures bow down before his ’Main God’ and ’Father God’, the sense of accomplishment he felt was indescribable.

He felt a profound sense of shared glory.

As the Holy Son personally appointed by Lince, York naturally had the right to call Lince "Father God."

Taking a dragon as his father?

Given everything Lince had invested in him, even if he weren’t a deity, it wouldn’t be out of place for York to call him ’Dad’.

And so, the group began to ride deeper into the forest.

Their pace wasn’t fast, given the dense trees, but it wasn’t slow either.

During the journey, the five Bishops present finally noticed something different about this forest.

Yes.

In this forest, there were far too many eyes spying on their party.

And they all belonged to Demon Beasts. Their strength was low, but their numbers were truly astonishing.

In the sky, on the ground—eyes were everywhere.

In a situation like this, who wouldn’t get goosebumps?

This was true even for these Bishops, whose strength was considerable.

Even the two among them who were High Tier beings felt a slight chill.

After all, the Wilderness was not the home turf of the Human Race.

Who knew if they might run into a High Tier Magical Beast on the move?

Even if the chances were minuscule, they had to be on guard.

As the group ventured deeper, one of the Bishops suddenly murmured thoughtfully.

"The concentration of Magic Power around here is a bit abnormal."

"It is a bit abnormal. The concentration is getting higher and higher. But it’s only natural for the place where My Lord’s Miracle descended to be special, right? What do you think, Your Lordship the Viscount?"

One Bishop, trying hard to suppress his excitement at the prospect of meeting his god, turned to York and said this.

"It is a little special."

"But there’s no need to hide it from you, Bishops. In the depths of the forest, born from the Divine Descent, a Middle Tier Magic Crystal Ore mine has appeared."

York said frankly.

After all, they would find out about this soon enough, so there was no point in hiding it.

"A Middle Tier Magic Crystal Ore mine, born from a Miracle?"

"A Middle Tier Magic Crystal Ore mine appearing in the Wilderness? Indeed, only a Miracle could explain it."

The Bishops were astonished, but they quickly found it reasonable.

The value of a Middle Tier Magic Crystal Ore mine was extremely high. For a Duchy to possess even one or two was an incredible feat!

Let alone in a place like the Wilderness, which was widely known for its thin Magic Power.

Therefore, for a Middle Tier Magic Crystal Ore mine to appear here, a Miracle was the only plausible explanation.

York and his wife, Lucia, exchanged a smile at this and said no more.

And the Bishops, too, finally fell silent.

As they advanced, sensing the ever-increasing concentration of Magic Power, the Bishops grew more and more excited and apprehensive.

It was for no other reason.

It was simply because this meant they were getting closer and closer to the Land of Divine Call.

「Finally, after an hour.」

The group finally drew near Lince’s location.

They were about a thousand meters away.

And at this moment, Lince, seeing through York’s eyes, knew it was time.

’Alright, it’s my turn to reenact a Miracle.’

’Time to get to work!’

The Rock Steel Giant Dragon stood up.

At the same time, in reality, Lince clicked the Descent effect.

And so, in the very next moment...

The same pillar of light descended at high noon.

But since it was broad daylight under a clear sky, the effect was greatly diminished.

The pillar of light was completely invisible from a few kilometers away.

However, for the Bishops less than a kilometer away, it was more than enough.

And so, in the next moment, as they were still stunned in amazement by the Miracle, these men became incredibly excited and began to pray piously.

"My Lord! I have finally witnessed the brilliance of My Lord’s Divine Grace!"

"Quickly! Quickly, Your Lordship the Viscount, we must hurry to see My Lord! We cannot keep him waiting!"

"..."

One of the Bishops was so overcome with emotion that he immediately leaped from his horse and began sprinting toward the pillar of light.

Where one went, others followed.

Bishop Aemon and the other three Bishops did the same.

They all seemed unable to wait another second.

Seeing this, York looked at Bishop Oleg. The two exchanged a glance, both speechless.

’I wonder how much of this excitement the five Bishops will retain when they see that their so-called "Lord" isn’t *the* Lord?’

’Perhaps they’ll still be excited!’

’But some disappointment will surely be unavoidable.’

Soon, the group finally arrived in an open area.

At this moment, with Bishop Aemon in the lead, all five of them froze when they saw the Rock Steel Giant Dragon standing within the fading pillar of light.

Just like Cardinal Tyr.

All five of them saw the Holy Pages above the Rock Steel Giant Dragon’s head.

Involuntarily, they all began to tremble and dropped to their knees.

"My Lord!!!"

"My Lord! It has been too long! Your believers have finally seen you again!!!"

"My life is now complete~"

Overcome with emotion, three of the Bishops couldn’t help but shed tears.

Prostrating on the ground, they were all swept up in a self-induced, fanatical fervor.

Lince was already used to this sort of thing.

Ignoring the five Bishops, the Rock Steel Giant Dragon turned its gaze to York, Lucia, and Oleg, who had just arrived.

At the same time, Lince chose to claim his rewards.

[Player confirms claim of Growth Level +100%]

[Player confirms claim of Growth Level +55%]

[Player confirms claim of Growth Level +10%]

...

Then, the instant the miraculous pillar of light dissipated, a powerful storm of Magic Power suddenly erupted around the Rock Steel Giant Dragon again.

The Rock Steel Giant Dragon’s body was expanding.

Its flesh and blood seemed to be growing uncontrollably.

In that moment, the Rock Steel Giant Dragon’s Body Type began to increase rapidly once more.

meters.

meters.

meters.

...

Compared to when they saw the pillar of light, York and Oleg were even more excited now as they watched this scene.

Because they felt they were privy to more inside information.

They knew this was a symbol of the noble and great deity drawing even more Divine Power into the mortal world.

Thus, expressions of delighted surprise appeared on both of their faces.

The Rock Steel Giant Dragon’s promotion left the two of them ecstatic.

As for the other five Bishops, who were still lost in their self-induced fervor, they stared blankly at the scene before them.

And so, under everyone’s watchful eyes...

The Rock Steel Giant Dragon successfully completed its promotion.

Its body length had surpassed fifty meters, reaching a terrifying fifty-eight meters.

And its wingspan, when spread, now exceeded its body length, reaching nearly sixty-four meters.

Its upright posture exuded an incredibly astonishing aura!

Even the two High Tier Bishops among them felt their hearts palpitate!

At the Middle Tier, a Sub-dragon Species could absolutely not possess this kind of intimidating presence.

Only a true Pure-blooded Dragon Species could, at Tier Six, possess the power to fight against a High Tier existence, despite the enormous gap between them!

When the Rock Steel Giant Dragon lowered its proud head to look down at the ground...

...in that moment, all five Bishops felt an unprecedented ’Divine Power’!

They no longer had the slightest doubt about the Divine Descent, and their eyes were now filled with deep awe.