This BL Novel Is Ruined Now - Chapter 264
Chapter 264
Translator: Yonnee
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“Huu… It’s somewhat of a relief that neither Venzen nor Bohr are suited for all-out war.”
If the southwest were also in a serious standoff, it would have been a major headache.
“Given the situation, we must give it our all.”
Of course, Reina and Ethan’s absolute power would be excluded.
But drawing in other forces to gain a situational advantage was another matter.
‘Every citizen of the empire has the right to voice their opinion on this reform.’
With that conclusion, the teleportation spell finally ended, and loud cheers erupted from all directions.
“Welcome, Saintess!!”
“Wow!!!”
Indeed, Reina and Ethan had arrived at the blindingly white and gleaming pride of Utta, the Utta Apostolic Palace.
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“That’s a great idea, Saintess!”
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Even before she could fully explain, Reina was met with enthusiastic support, leaving her speechless as she stared at the elder with graying hair.
“What the Saintess says is the truth, the will of the gods, and the guide we must follow!”
At this, the head of the Megaro sect, who had been observing, shook his head and added calmly,
“Wouldn’t it be better to listen to the Saintess’s full message?”
“Indeed. So far, all the Saintess has said is, ‘Thank you for gracing us with your presence’.”
Following the Megaro sect, even the Shan sect pointedly criticized the overly zealous Utta sect.
But who could stop the most fervent supporter of Reina!
“Must we listen to agree? The Saintess’s will is the will of the heavens!”
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The leaders of the various religions present finally shook their heads, realizing that words wouldn’t reach the most ardent supporter.
“Ahem… Please continue, Saintess.”
“Yes, please do, Your Eminence.”
All eyes turned back to Reina, urging her to proceed. She resumed her gentle smile, embodying the role of a saintess.
“All of you here are directly touched by divine grace.”
“We are grateful for that.”
“May the love of Shan be with you.”
“It is merely the will of Megaro to embrace even sinners.”
“Thanks to the Saintess, God’s grace has deepened!”
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“All thanks to the immense grace of the Saintess!”
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In the end, Reina ignored the Pope of Utta and continued.
Brilliant sunlight streamed through the walls made entirely of high-transparency glass.
“I would like to share with you a terrifying truth that I have hesitated to speak of until now.”
At Reina’s words, the faces of the religious leaders darkened. They anticipated the topic Reina was about to address.
Scanning their faces, Reina delivered her message in a clear voice.
“The power of the gods is weakening.”
Of course, this was an uncomfortable truth for them. How easily would they accept the weakening of their own authority?
So she added a bit of seasoning, making the reality more palatable.
“But does this mean that the gods are losing their power in this world?”
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“No! The Saintess herself is proof!”
Except for the passionate Pope of Utta, everyone else remained silent.
Reina naturally stood up and exchanged a glance with Ethan. The man, considered a favorite of the gods, stood beside her in agreement.
“That may be true, or it may not be.”
Ethan’s statement was quite ambiguous.
This left the faces of the religious leaders puzzled, except for one person.
“No! Everything the Saintess says is true!”
At that moment, the previously silent leader of the Chetrasiu sect finally spoke up.
“The statement is somewhat unclear, Saintess. If it’s not too much trouble, could you share the enlightenment you have received?”
There were many who believed in Chetrasiu.
But how many of them truly devoted themselves to the Chetrasiu sect? Any who showed potential in magic or divine power had been absorbed by House Bohr.
As a result, their following was not very large.
“Of course. I called this meeting to share that insight with you all.”
With a smile befitting a saintess, Reina stepped up to the central podium surrounded by the circular tables.
Naturally, she used a subtle breeze spell to create an entrance effect.
Standing on the podium, Reina surveyed the leaders and their aides.
“Currently, the gods are… intentionally reducing their influence.”
The statement was shocking, and everyone froze.
“Intentionally reducing their power…?”
“What does that mean…”
“Are they abandoning us?”
Thanks to the great and lofty power held by Reina and Ethan, no one doubted her words. They were simply confused by the implications.
“The gods have not abandoned us.”
“Then why…”
Reina responded to their bewilderment with a simple sentence.
“Our parents have realized… that they cannot hold their children in their arms forever.”
It was time to begin the biggest con of all time.
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