Why Am I a Priestess When I Reach the Maximum Level?-Chapter 125[Vol. 5] - I Wish to Praise

[Vol. 5] Chapter 125: I Wish to Praise

Violet was not surprised by Yuna’s appearance. After all, their “caravan” was quite close to the Saintess’s entourage.

As a hero, Dawn was entitled to such treatment. Although she was an outlier, she was still considered somewhat of a high-ranking official in the expedition force.

“I have indeed never been to this region before. The ?Wall of Heaven?… is quite right description. I’ve heard that the origins of this mountain range are mysterious. Does Yuna, as the Bright Light Saintess, know any secrets about it?”

In response to the white fox girl’s nonchalant remark, the Saintess was neither angry nor bothered. She merely shook her head with a smile.

“I’m not sure. However, it’s said that over a thousand years ago, when most of the world’s nations had not yet emerged, the St. Bergen Mountains already stretched across the land. During the early days of the Holy Empire, there was even a long period when it was used to divide the land into eastern and western nations.”

“At that time, the world was in chaos. Many ancient kingdoms were destroyed, and their legacies and techniques were lost. Even records from before that period have largely disappeared. If not for this, we wouldn’t have the current era’s ?New Calendar? system.”

Violet turned to glance at the golden-haired girl, who was also gazing up at the towering mountains with a sense of awe, and nodded slightly.

“I’ve heard something about that history. I understand that both the eastern and western nations were once kingdoms, ruling independently and constantly at war, with the people suffering greatly. It wasn’t until the Goddess of Light chose the first-generation Saintesses, bestowed upon them holy artifacts, and led them to establish the Goddess Church, that they replaced the nobility and royalty, unifying the eastern and western nations as well as many smaller kingdoms, eventually forming the Holy Empire. Is that correct?”

The history Violet referred to was recorded in the official annals of the Holy Empire. It happened about a thousand years ago, to be precise, around twelve hundred years ago, during the aftermath of the ?Divine Catastrophe? and the gradual end of the age of divine rule.

Although a thousand years is a long time and for most non-immortal beings it has spanned several generations, and with the wars, much of the past history has become blurred and transformed into legends and myths, it still holds some reference value as recorded history.

Indeed, upon hearing this, Yuna smiled and nodded.

“Miss Dawn is quite knowledgeable. Indeed, the origins of the three Saintesses, including the three divine families, all stem from the emergence of the three holy artifacts. Even today’s church, and the formation of our nation, all rely on the power of the ?Crownless Crown?, ?Judgment Holy Sword?, and ?Ring of Salvation?—the three artifacts of light…”

At this point, as if feeling some hesitation, the golden-haired girl fell silent for a moment, then waved to the few holy knights behind her.

“Please step back for now.”

Such a sudden action naturally caused some hesitation among the loyal guards.

“But Your Highness… your safety…”

“Don’t worry, this isn’t a battlefield, and nothing will happen. Besides, Miss Dawn is here to protect me. Do you want to listen in on the girls’ private conversation too, you brave men?”

“Uh, we wouldn’t dare…”

With the matter said, the holy knight guards exchanged glances, and could only reluctantly lower their heads and obey.

“Then, we will wait at a distance. If anything happens, please call out loudly.”

Once the holy knights had gradually moved away and the conversation was no longer audible, the Saintess finally met the gaze of the white fox girl, giving a slightly apologetic smile.

“Sorry, but the content I’m about to discuss may be somewhat disrespectful to the Goddess and involves some hidden aspects of the history of our Holy Empire, so I had to ask them to leave.”

“Oh~?”

“How surprising, Saintess Yuna, that you would speak disrespectfully about the Goddess. Am I dreaming?”

I smiled and teased to lighten the mood, but I didn’t find Yuna’s sudden unusual behavior inappropriate or strange.

The few guards, ranging from the earth to the sky level, could be set aside. If something were to happen, it was unclear who would protect whom given Yuna’s displayed strength. Having them around was mostly for the Saintess’s dignity and formalities.

Since Yuna had sent them away, it indicated that what she wanted to discuss the truth of history. It must conflict with the current teachings of the Goddess, so she could only share it with Dawn, who was not a believer but had a deep cooperative relationship with her.

Seeing that the white fox girl seemed ready, the Saintess took a deep breath and spoke in a low, deliberate tone.

“Actually… the three artifacts of light in the Holy Empire are not, as the official history states, directly bestowed by the Goddess of Light. The blessed divine bloodlines of our three divine families… are also not as described.”

“…?”

A long, silent pause followed. Eventually, the white fox girl tilted her head in confusion and asked curiously.

“I see, but why are you telling me this?”

“Yes, why indeed…”

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With a sigh, the Saintess’s pure and noble face briefly revealed an expression of “confusion” and “bitterness.” This was the first time I had seen the high-ranking girl look so… vulnerable and uncertain.

She sighed again.

“Perhaps it was the information about ?that person? that you mentioned earlier that led me to make this decision, or maybe it’s simply because you made me feel inexplicably close, and I felt you could be a companion to share this secret with…”

The Saintess shook her head helplessly, brushing away the fleeting strange expression, and once again brought forth a pure and gentle smile.

“Well then, Miss Dawn, would you like to continue listening? You should understand what this implies.”

“Yes…”

Of course. Violet immediately understood.

This meant that once I delved into this buried secret from the shadows of light, I would have to stand on the same side as the Saintess, at least not disclose it. Otherwise, it would inevitably lead to the Saintess’s full effort to target and erase me.

It wasn’t about who was stronger or weaker, but about positions—either becoming a closer ally, stopping here and not getting further involved in the core of the event, or becoming a sworn enemy.

Miss White Fox suddenly realized that she was now at a crossroads that would determine her future.

The answer she gave next would likely lead to completely different outcomes. It was as if she was about to step into a completely unknown and new world beyond the ?Wall of Heaven?.

The girl pondered thoughtfully, resting her chin on her hand.

“Hmm… Since Yuna has given me the choice, may I ask a question before giving a formal answer?”

As if already anticipating that a clear response would not come easily, the Saintess maintained her impeccably pure smile, like a mask.

“Please, go ahead, Miss Dawn.”

“Well, it’s quite simple. No matter what you plan to do or how much information you intend to share, there is only one thing we care about, your ultimate goal. Is it for yourself, for the Summerfield family, or… for the Holy Empire and the countless beings within this land?”

“For this purpose, what will you pay as a cost?”

The smile gradually faded from the Saintess’s face.

It wasn’t that she wanted to argue or that Miss White Fox’s words hit a nerve.

Rather, it was as if, to provide an answer, the eighth Bright Light Saintess, who had been in office for several decades, was finally revealing her true self, the real Yuna Summerfield.

It was a devotion and faith so profound it could not be described as a mere “expression,” pure as light itself.

As the Saintess spoke, her voice was soft but filled with a weight that made every word resonate in people’s hearts.

“With heart and soul, I vow to ?praise?. Those who praise Her shall find salvation, while those who betray Her shall face divine retribution.”