cnatrainingtips Chapter 339 The Price of Resurrecting the Dead
Chapter 339 The Price of Resurrecting the Dead
Chapter 339 The Price of Resurrecting the Dead
boom!
Erebus and Hades, residing in the heavens, projected their images into the underworld through divine power, appearing as enormous phantoms like a mirage. However, these were not mere illusions; everyone could sense their terrifying aura.
Two deities are locked in a fierce battle in the heavens!
Hades was clearly no match for Erebus, and was thoroughly outmatched, unable to mount any resistance.
The oppressive aura of the underworld dissipated, and everyone regained their freedom. Their faces all bore expressions of lingering fear. Only in this special space could one truly witness how terrifying a god who had unleashed his divine power could be.
A cute little creature in the mortal realm, a ferocious beast in the celestial realm!
Even the slightest bit of divine power can cause cataclysmic destruction, easily wiping out a major city.
Seeing this, Roy silently suppressed the urge to use the divine spear, and waited to see what Erebus would do.
Erebus laughed, "Astraea, Hermes, Hera—long time no see!"
"Erebus, you've come at the perfect time!"
Hera, Hestia, Astraea, and Hermes' eyes lit up. Unlike the other fun-loving gods, this was a rare and reliable deity!
Erebus, as the dark villain who led the Great Rebellion, was hated and feared by countless people in the lower realm.
Only a few gods know the truth of what happened back then.
Essentially, Erebus was just a kind-hearted god who loved to show off and pursue his ideals, and who also deeply loved the children of the mortal realm.
Since the destruction of Zeus and Hera's Familia, the Dark Faction has grown stronger and more unscrupulous, secretly plotting to destroy Orario.
Erebus foresaw all of this and took matters into his own hands. With his extraordinary charisma, he gathered the various clans of the Dark Faction to his side and, as their leader, spearheaded the plan to destroy Orario.
The number of casualties during the "Seven Days of Death" is indeed staggering, but looking at a longer timeline, the number of people who died due to the dark factions in the past was far lower than before the great struggle.
Otherwise, this centuries-old battle between good and evil would have no end in sight.
The dark faction of yesteryear was not the weaklings and rabble of today. It consisted of countless fairy soldiers and the Alecto Familia, who were madly seeking cruelty and the bizarre!
Over the course of more than a decade, the Ikeros Familia has vanquished countless monsters hidden within the man-made labyrinth!
The Egyptian factions that were previously kicked out of Orario by the Zeus and Hera Families, such as the Osiris Families, etc.!
Through Erebus's machinations, while giving the Orario adventurers a trial, he also conveniently sent away over 90% of the Dark Faction's main force.
From then on, the Dark Faction never recovered. Even Ryu, who was at LV.4 in the original timeline, was able to kill through the remaining remnants on the periphery. In the past, that would have been unimaginable.
So when they saw Erebus, the gods and Roy present all breathed a sigh of relief.
This is an absolutely benevolent deity!
"This idiot is under my control, no need to worry!" Erebus picked up Hades, whose face was bruised and swollen. His power was Hades's superior replacement, and their relationship of restraint was comparable to that between Hestia and Freya, or other goddesses of beauty. He could easily kill Hades.
"Very good!"
A look of joy spread across everyone's faces. Once Erebus suppressed Hades and took over the Underworld, they would no longer encounter any difficulties!
Hera glanced at her with her blood-red eyes and sneered, "You were having a good time watching from the sidelines, weren't you!"
"hehe!"
Erebus remained noncommittal, a satisfied smile appearing on his handsome face. He had indeed been paying attention to this underworld trial; otherwise, how could he have intervened to stop Hades at the most critical moment?
If Hades hadn't gone too far and used his divine power against Roy and the others, Erebus wouldn't have even bothered to show himself and would have quietly enjoyed the feast.
How many people are still watching this trial?
The crowd silently complained, but since Erebus had at least offered some help, they didn't say anything more.
Roy was in a good mood after saving Gungnir, the sharpshooter, since it was a super trump card.
Erebus's phantom slowly raised its arm, its divine power shaking the laws that formed the foundation of the underworld.
hum!
A divine power that transcends all things in the world, like an invisible giant pen of creation, flowed from Erebus's fingertips. This power did not have earth-shattering might, but it carried a great power that could rewrite all things. It quietly swept across the rock walls of the underworld, and the structure of space was forcibly distorted!
The hard, cold stone wall vanished, forcibly opened by divine power, and a huge square passage appeared on the solid wall of the underworld.
The passage was incredibly deep, leading directly to the outside world!
The end was no longer the eternal darkness and death of the underworld, but a captivating scene was clearly visible: a vast, clear blue sky, below which lay a shimmering blue sea.
"The exit to the underworld has been opened, gentlemen, let us depart!" Erebus said with a smile.
However, not a single person took a step.
Having endured so many dangers in the underworld, looking at the passage to life leading to the outside world, to be honest, everyone wanted to leave this hellish place immediately.
But the ultimate goal of this trip has not yet been achieved!
"etc!"
Hermes said, "Erebus, we have come to resurrect members of the Astraea Familia."
All eyes were on Erebus.
This time, Erebus fell silent.
After a moment, Erebus said, "Resurrecting the dead means nothing to me, but I cannot easily help you; life is precious—"
For gods with divine power, liberating the soul and reshaping the body is merely a matter of a single thought. However, they cannot easily resurrect the dead, as that would be an act of trampling on life. Even the most evil and unscrupulous gods would not do such a thing.
It was precisely because they were tired of that omnipotent life that the gods collectively went down to the mortal realm to accompany the children there through birth, aging, sickness, and death.
Using divine power recklessly would be putting the cart before the horse!
"Is there really no other way?"
Hestia, who had only recently descended to the mortal realm, found it hard to understand. She had witnessed Roy and his group overcome countless difficulties to reach this point. If they couldn't revive those girls, it would be too cruel!
Unlike Hestia, the others never took their eyes off Erebus.
Because Erebus didn't rule out any possibility!
As expected, Erebus continued, "Of course, you have crossed the vast ocean, slain countless sea monsters, found the entrance to the underworld, passed through numerous trials, and defeated the two strongest clans of the past—even I cannot ignore your courage and strength."
"So I'm willing to give you a chance!"
"I can help you resurrect those children, but life must be exchanged for life!"
As Erebus's voice faded, the vast cavern fell into an eerily silent stillness.
The faces of everyone present were not good. Was this the final outcome? To revive one person, one person had to be exchanged. What a fair trade!
Of course, it's impossible to grab a few people from outside to exchange for them. Erebus's meaning is clear: only those who pass the trial present have equal value.
Hera, Astraea, Hestia, and Hermes could not refute this point; if it were them, they would most likely have made the same demand.
Resurrection must come at a price! Only then will people know the preciousness of life and that we should not give up easily.
The four gods fell silent; at this point, they could only watch the children make their choice.
It's one thing for outsiders like Asphi, Tsubaki Kobrand, and Leon to be willing to help fight, but it's impossible for them to sacrifice their lives for former members of the Astrea Familia.
The girls of the clan, Algana, and Bajie stared at Roy with slightly trembling eyes. If the boy were to speak, they would be willing to give their lives.
They had no feelings for the former members of the Astrea Familia; they were only after Roy!
".—
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Ryu could sense the change in atmosphere and felt extremely upset. She wasn't blaming others, but rather blaming herself for putting everyone in a dilemma.
After all that effort, this is the result. Liu forced back the tears welling up in her eyes.
More importantly, Ryu didn't want to look to Roy for help anymore; she knew that if she asked, the boy would definitely meet her needs.
Losing Alyssa and the others had already broken her heart. If she were to lose Roy as well, Ryu wouldn't know how she could go on living. Such an exchange would be meaningless!
In the memory world created by the god Odin, Ryu has already experienced the feeling of losing Roy.
She didn't want to do it a second time!
"Roy, let's go back—" Liu bit her lower lip so hard that she didn't even notice it until it bled. She uttered a barely audible sound, each word like a bloody gash in her heart, feeling utterly heartbroken at having to abandon her best friend again.
At that moment, a large, hot hand tightly grasped Ryu's icy little hand, its warmth seemingly able to penetrate the entire body of the elven girl, dispelling all her fear, panic, and apprehension.
Liu slowly turned her head, her sky-blue eyes reflecting the boy's familiar face.
Roy said softly, "Leave it to me!"
His smile, as always, brought a sense of happiness and peace of mind. A strong impulse welled up in Liu's heart, which she couldn't suppress; she just wanted to throw herself into his arms.
"Mmm! Mmm!!"
A relieved smile appeared on Liu Qing's cold and beautiful face, and each response became more powerful. Yes, the person she liked was omnipotent, and he would definitely come to her side when she needed help!
Roy held Liu's soft, boneless hand, then looked back at Erebus, their eyes meeting in mid-air, sparks flying between them.
When Erebus made his terms, Roy keenly noticed that the other man's eyes never left him.
There's a hidden rule behind this condition!
Roy said, "Erebus, resurrecting the dead doesn't necessarily require a life for a life!"
Erebus laughed and said, "You're right!"
"???"
Upon hearing this, everyone's faces darkened, and they glared speechlessly at Erebus's enormous phantom. Why did you exaggerate so much? It's terrifying!
Hera, Astraea, and Hermes looked at Roy with admiration; they had indeed discovered it.
Erebus was referring not only to physical life, but also to things that symbolize "life"!
Roy already knew what price he had to pay.
"Are you willing to give up your ability to resurrect the dead?" Erebus looked at the mysterious young man.
The girls of the clan, Asphie, Leon, and the others narrowed their eyes and stared at Roy, dumbfounded. It was actually the ability to resurrect. The gods had no reason to lie. If Erebus said it existed, then it must exist.
This condition is no worse than exchanging one life for another!
As long as you possess the ability to resurrect, you can save your companions if they encounter danger in the future. However, the resurrection of the previous members of the clan is essentially a one-time consumption.
Amidst the shocked gazes of the crowd, Roy did not hesitate for a moment. With a flick of his wrist, a pale purple gem the size of an adult's thumb appeared in his palm, radiating a warm glow. It was clearly no ordinary item; it was the Shikon Jewel he had taken from his spatial ring!
Even the gods, everyone stared intently at Baoyu.
Even though no one had witnessed the power of the Shikon Jewel firsthand, they could still sense its extraordinary nature; it was a legendary magical artifact that could revive the dead!
If it were one of Orario's greedy adventurers, they would probably risk everything to steal it.
Roy said, "Erebus, take it!"
"He really gave it to me!" Zeus, the Hera Familia members, Asphie, Leon, and the others stared wide-eyed, all stunned by Roy's generosity. He gave away a magical item with resurrection capabilities without a second thought, without the slightest hesitation.
The girls from the clan were moved to tears. If they were in their shoes, Roy would definitely have done the same!
Tears welled up in Liu's eyes and flowed down like a spring. A warm current of happiness spread throughout her body, and her heart pounded wildly in her chest.
Seeing the girls' agitated reaction, Roy wanted to comfort them, saying, "It's not that bad!"
He even has natural teeth on his hands!
Between the Tenseiga and the Shikon Jewel, Roy chose to abandon the latter. The Shikon Jewel contains the souls of Midori and countless other youkai, which has side effects and cannot be considered a true resurrection. At most, it can only maintain life, and it is also easy for the gods of the heavens to control it.
Otherwise, why would they travel all the way to the underworld?
Although the Tenseiga can only save people on the spot and can only save them once, it has a compassionate heart and can save tens of thousands of people with a single strike, making it clearly better than the Shikon Jewel.
Erebus's demand for the Shikon Jewel, the resurrection item, was not driven by base desires or low-level motives.
A mere Shikon Jewel is worthless to a god with divine power, but as Erebus said, reversing life and death requires an equal price in order to make people remember the value and weight of life!
"Since you're so determined, I understand!"
Erebus sensed Roy's unwavering will and a smile crept onto his lips.
Then, he looked at the cage in the Underworld King's Palace, from which ten swaying soul orbs flew out; they were the souls of former members of the Astrea Familia.
Erebus's fingertips twitched slightly.
A vast divine power, transcending the boundaries of life and death, silently spread out, enveloping those souls.
Another divine power fell upon Alphia.
Erebus was aware of Roy and Alphia's agreement, and he was doing them a favor, otherwise Roy would ask him for help too, so he might as well just do it quickly.
Even resurrecting the entire Zeus and Hera's Familia wouldn't have been difficult for Erebus, but he had no reason to do so.
As I always say, life is not to be trampled on!
Today he can revive two members of the two clans without any reason. If they die again next time, will he have to take action again?
If this goes on without end, it will become a joke.
The members of the two clans were somewhat envious when they saw Alphia enveloped in divine power. If they had known this would happen, why did they oppose Roy and the others?
Why not join forces to orchestrate a scheme and revive ourselves together?
But there was not a trace of jealousy in their eyes. As teammates who had fought side by side countless times, they only congratulated Arshuangya in their hearts. She had been given a second life!
Under the breathless gaze of everyone, the girls' souls were enveloped in a pure aura of divine power.
Countless tiny particles, shimmering with the radiance of life, surged and converged from the void and the depths of the underworld!
Particles spun wildly around the soul's halo!
Combining and shaping, the delicate and graceful bone structure, the crystal-clear muscle fibers, the supple skin like a newly opened petal, smooth and flawless, without a single scar, the cascading long hair, the long eyelashes —
The whole process was completely silent!
It was a truly awe-inspiring miracle!
There were no painful groans, no violent fluctuations of energy, only a serene solemnity as life was perfectly reconstructed, moving from nothingness to vibrant life.
The light gradually faded.
Alphia was the first to appear inside the cave. She clenched her fist and touched her beating heart in her chest. The blood was warm; this was what it felt like to be alive!
The graceful figures of the other ten girls floated perfectly in mid-air, thanks to Erebus's thoughtful creation of clothing to prevent them from being exposed.
Their bodies slowly fell to the ground.
The girls' eyelids trembled slightly; they were still asleep. Their skin was smooth and warm, with a healthy blush. Their breathing was steady and long, full of vitality!
Former leader of the Spring Clan, Alexie Rofer!
Human Vice Commander, Kaguya Gojou!
Lyra, the Lone Race Strategist!
Human guerrilla, Norn Yuni!
Dwarven Vanguard, Astelle Knox!
Werewolf center-back, Nezer Ranker!
Amazonian female boxer, Iska Bra!
Human healer, Maru Riage!
Human mage, Liana Liz!
Celtic Stauja, the elfin defender!
There are ten girls in total, former members of the Astrea Familia, and well-known high-ranking adventurers in Orario.
Hermes, Asphie, Tsubaki Kobrand, and others were very familiar with it and recognized it at a glance.
thump! thump!
Ryu rushed forward impatiently. With her advanced hearing, she could already hear the heartbeats of Alicia and the others, and tears streamed down her face uncontrollably.
Astrea also walked gracefully to the sleeping girls, her gentle gaze sweeping over their calm and familiar faces. Her joy and excitement were no less than Liu's!
"Thanks!"
Then, Astraea looked at Roy, her eyes filled with gratitude and indescribable emotions. Even as a goddess, she could not use her divine power to revive Alyssa and the others; this was a miracle created by the boy!
Roy smiled at Astraea, and as he looked down, the Shikon Jewel in his hand had disappeared, taken away by Erebus.
"cut!"
Although it was a little painful, Roy could still accept it. Dungeon resources were inexhaustible. It was a bit difficult to get specific items, but it wasn't impossible.
The shock of witnessing the miraculous resurrection of the Astrea Familia lingered in everyone's hearts for a long time; this was absolutely the first such case in a thousand years!
They couldn't help but feel moved by the Astrea Familia's good fortune. What incredible luck they had to find such an extraordinary genius as Roy!
Trial of the Underworld, perfectly cleared!
Erebus didn't need to say anything more; their objective had been achieved, and no one had any intention of staying in the Underworld any longer, as the place was far more dangerous than they had imagined.
Without Hestia's power to protect them, the corruption of the underworld alone would have been enough to give them a hard time.
When Roy first came to explore, he didn't enter the real underworld. He just wandered around the perimeter, following the map and Hera's instructions, avoiding all the wrong routes, entering the Cave of the Dead, taking what he needed, and then leaving.
Lily, Tione, and the other girls each brought along a former member of their familiar, while Ryu carried one of their best friends, Alyssa and Kaguya, in his arms.
Embarking on the journey home!
Under the watchful eyes of Erebus, Zeus, and members of Hera's kin, Roy and his party left the Underworld through the straight passage opened by Erebus.
"I'm going now!" Alphia said goodbye to her former companions and walked outside.
"Go on, and remember to find Metaria's child. Don't let that old man lead him astray!"
The two members of the soul's two clans stopped in their tracks. They tried to leave the underworld, but were bound by the soul-snatching chains that targeted the soul, making it impossible for them to resist.
"You don't need to say anything more!"
Alphia snorted coldly; otherwise, why would she have made a deal with Roy and turned against her former comrade?
"They're gone!"
Watching Roy and his group walk away, the members of the two clans were filled with emotion. So many outstanding talents could still emerge; indeed, every generation produces its own geniuses.
There is still hope of defeating that black dragon in the lower realms!
The empress slowly awoke. "Where is everyone?"
"We've already left the underworld!"
Why didn't you wake me up?
"this----"
"I'm going to kill you all!"
Enraged at missing the last moment, the Empress chased after the two members of her clan, beating them mercilessly. The two sides then engaged in a playful fight in the Underworld, creating a joyful atmosphere.
Saint-Louis Island.
As Roy and the others emerged from the underworld, a slightly salty sea breeze greeted them, pattering against their faces and clearing their weary minds, gradually relaxing their tense nerves.
Compared to the underworld, this place is practically paradise!
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No more worries about ubiquitous traps or suddenly appearing terrifying enemies; relax and enjoy yourself!
"Ah~"
Everyone spread their arms wide, completely disregarding their image, lying on the ground in a starfish shape, breathing in the fresh air brought by the sea breeze.
A moment later, when they turned around, the entrance to the underworld had vanished, its whereabouts unknown, moving around the world and becoming difficult to find.
Apart from Alphia, no one missed the underworld; they all hoped it would roll away as far as possible.
With the entrance to the underworld gone, everyone felt much more at ease.
Only Alphia's eyes flashed with a hint of disappointment. It seemed she wouldn't see her companions for a while, but it was her choice, and she didn't regret it.
Moreover, she probably won't stay in the mortal world for long.
"Cough! Cough!"
Alphia coughed lightly, and a trickle of blood oozed from the corner of her delicate lips. The dead had been resurrected, her body reshaped, and she still inherited her terminal illness.
I could tell her health was deteriorating!
Alphia assessed her condition and figured she probably had two or three more years to live. She hoped she could hold on until she finished teaching her sister's children, and she couldn't help but pray.
It was unclear when Alexie and the others would wake up; they were taken back to the ship to rest.
Without the urgency of coming to the underworld, the group was in no hurry to leave and decided to stay on the island to rest for two days. Otherwise, if they were not in good condition and encountered high-level aquatic monsters at sea, it would be quite troublesome.
More than thirty hours have passed since I entered the underworld. During this long period, my nerves have been constantly on the verge of life and death, and my body has been enduring endless battles without a moment of peaceful rest.
It's easy to imagine how exhausted everyone was.
Extreme hunger gnawed at the insides like worms, and exhaustion filled the limbs and bones like heavy lead weights, threatening to drag everyone's consciousness into the abyss.
Members of the Nyod and Kali families carried large quantities of food and water to the shore.
A campfire is lit, its warm, orange flames dispelling the island's chill. The sizzling sound of dripping fat from roasting meat fills the air, along with the enticing aroma of toasted wheat cakes and steaming soup.
That instant!
A ravenous green light flashed in everyone's eyes!
The sounds of tearing, swallowing, and chewing filled the air as scalding hot food was stuffed whole into mouths, and soft, fragrant wheat cakes were greedily stuffed into cheeks, with no regard for the cool, fresh water overflowing from the corners of their mouths! They devoured the food in front of them in a whirlwind of activity.
When you're full and satisfied, the feeling of fullness and overwhelming fatigue overwhelms everyone.
Night falls, and the starry sky is dazzling.
No one had the energy to joke around, so they all went back to their rooms to rest. Their heavy eyelids were closed as if welded shut, and loud snores rose and fell.
Only Roy and Ryu, who shared the "Netherworld Soul Chaser" technique, replenished their spiritual power to its optimal state before leaving the Underworld, making them the ones in the best condition among everyone.
The two who had made the pact seemed to be of one mind, and arrived at the deserted deck at the same time.
The cool night breeze blew against their bodies, but it could not extinguish the fire in their hearts.
"The promise has been fulfilled!"
Roy remarked that resolving this matter had elevated his inner self, made his mind clearer, and accelerated his thinking.
Without a doubt, this is a great achievement!
"Uh-huh!"
The beautiful and charming elf girl rested her small head on Roy's chest and responded in a voice as soft as a mosquito's buzz. Just being near this boy made her feel like she was losing all her strength and needed him to support her.
Roy laughed and said, "How are you going to thank me?"
"I don't know, really." Ryu raised her head, her bright sky-blue eyes filled with deep confusion.
Even if Roy told her to die, she wouldn't hesitate for a second, but with her small brain, she really couldn't think of a way to repay this great favor.
What price should she pay?
Roy wrapped his arm around the girl's slender waist, lowered his head, and whispered in the elven girl's delicate ear, "Let's explore some more positions."
Upon hearing this, Liu Qiao's face immediately turned bright red, the blush spreading to her snow-white neck, and she murmured softly.
"Um!
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"What a bunch of Sleeping Beauties! I wonder when they'll wake up. If they never do, all our suffering will have been for nothing!"
"I've heard that a prince's kiss can wake Sleeping Beauty. Commander, do you want to give it a try?"
"Lady Tione, the captain is not a prince!"
"What a joke! How could a prince compare to the commander?"
"That makes sense, I'll have to give it a try!"
"Commander!!"
The day after the fleet left St. Louis Island, Alexie and the others, who were still asleep, could vaguely hear some conversations. Their long eyelashes trembled, and they slowly opened their eyes, gradually waking up.
"She's awake! She's awake!"
"Go and inform the goddess immediately!"
Lily, Tiona, Anya, and the other girls exclaimed in surprise and rushed out to inform Ryu and Astrea.
"Isn't I dead?"
"Who are you? Where is this place?"
The girls from the former Astrea Familia regained consciousness, and apart from Alyssa, Kaguya, Lyra, and the others looked at Roy with wary eyes.
They were, after all, high-level adventurers, mostly LV.4 with only two LV.3. The dangerous aura they released in an instant filled the room.
However, in Roy's LV.6 eyes, it was no different from playing house. A warm smile appeared on his face. "Everyone, nice to meet you. I am Roy, the new captain of the Astrea Familia!"
Astrea's Familia? The new captain?
Kaguya, Lyra, and the others stared wide-eyed at the boy, wondering what he was saying.
Are you kidding us?
Then, a hint of anger appeared in the eyes of Kaguya, Laila and the other girls. No matter what the situation was, they would never allow anyone else to use the name of the Astrea Familia to swindle and deceive.
Bang!
The nine girls simultaneously leaped from the bed, swiftly surrounding Roy and assuming a fighting stance.
Tiony, Daphne, Haruhime, and the others who remained in the room frowned, about to say something, but were stopped by Roy.
Roy shook his head slightly. It was pointless. He had met these girls in the world of memories, and he couldn't convince them with words alone. Once they saw Ryu and Astrea, they would naturally believe him.
But before that, we need to make them behave.
"Calm down!"
Roy spoke calmly, and a powerful aura erupted from him, landing on Kaguya, Layla, and the other nine girls, causing their expressions to change drastically.
This isn't a skill or technique, but simply an aura honed through countless battles.
To give an example, when dueling with someone, you have to keep a close eye on your opponent's every move in order to react in time. Now, in the eyes of Kaguya, Lyra and others, Roy is like a monstrous beast in the underground city.
Any careless move Roy made would subconsciously make them feel a deadly danger, and this heavy pressure fell heavily on their shoulders.
Roy, at level 6, has even fought against the Empress at level 9. His honed aura is terrifying, and he could easily intimidate a group of level 4s!
"This guy is definitely a level one adventurer!"
Kaguya, Layla, and the others got goosebumps all over their bodies and broke out in a cold sweat. This powerful aura was comparable to that of the "fierce warrior" Otta that they had seen before!
Click!
At that moment, the hatch opened again.
Roy relaxed his tense muscles, and the terrifying atmosphere that had enveloped the entire room dissipated.
Ryu and Astrea walked in and, seeing the tense atmosphere between the two sides, their expressions changed from excitement and joy to confusion.
"Ryu, Astraea, I'm leaving you two to explain things to them," Roy said, then left with Lily, Haruhime, and the others. With these two there, the girls would understand.
"Ryu—Lady Astraea!"
As Roy expected, upon seeing these two people, the former Familia girls, who had been filled with hostility, relaxed. In particular, the gentle, maternal smile of the goddess Astraea was something that no one could imitate; it could heal people's inner wounds and calm them down.
Astraea smiled and said, "It's alright, listen to me. This is the story of a human boy and an elf girl fighting to revive their comrade—"