Now, there is no one who would tarnish the name of the Constellation.

    But the fact that this childish world is their playground is undeniable.

    The power to change the situation with just a gesture means that it wouldn’t be strange for the world to turn upside down in an instant.

    The existence of the Constellation is unique, each with their own personality and fickleness.

    With just one whim, hundreds or thousands of people could be swept away.

    Thus, the Regalium Kingdom desperately needed the existence of ‘him’ who had ascended to the position of the Parent Deity.

    This was because there were only a handful of Constellations that could be considered normal.

    That is why we have formed various friendly relations and overcome countless crises together.

    And now.

    The Constellation has gone missing, and the followers who served him have lost their reason in anger.

    “…I must.”

    To stop the fanatics who seek to start a holy war.

    The commander of the kingdom’s knights, Ricardo Baltar, arrived at the scene of the crusade.

    Behind him were the proud knights of the kingdom gathered to prevent the crusade.

    They were all heroes who had honed their skills to perfection.

    And to that extent, I had to be able to face ‘them.’

    ‘If I had known this would be the outcome.’

    Back then, when the Constellation’s order had not yet fully grown.

    Should I have strongly appealed to my lord to take action?

    The very thought of raising a sword against the Constellation is utterly blasphemous, but such bold judgment is precisely the attitude he needs most.

    To protect the nation, the king, and family.

    Ricardo Baltar was prepared to commit any act of cruelty.

    -Gugugugugu…

    And from afar, the forces bearing the symbol of the Parent Deity began to reveal themselves.

    A procession of paladins clad in sacred armor, their solemn resolve etched upon them.

    And at the center, a magnificent chariot caught Baltar’s eye next.

    ‘Over there.’

    The main figure of this crusade and one of the greatest powers of the Constellation must be aboard.

    -Gulp.

    Baltar concealed his inner tension as he waited for them to approach within speaking distance.

    “Don’t be afraid!!”

    Then, he first prevented his knights from feeling intimidated.

    “No matter how threatening their forces may be, they cannot use divine power.”

    It has been a long time since all faith activities ceased due to the absence of the Constellation.

    For several years, the forces of the Parent Deity have been slowly withering away.

    ‘What on earth are they doing?’

    Baltar does not believe in gods.

    He has witnessed countless brutal acts committed in their name.

    Thus, his desire does not stem from relying on faith in a god, but from ‘trust.’

    The experience of having once worked towards a common goal.

    The gentle demeanor shown in past actions, the happy faces of the believers under him.

    ‘Is this what you wished for?’

    Therefore, if somewhere, you are watching this scene right now.

    Baltar wanted to ask.

    Knowing that only you can quell the misplaced anger and sorrow of those believers, why are you pretending not to see?

    ‘If what I believed in was real, and not just a mere joke.’

    Baltar wanted to believe that it wasn’t too late, even now, before a great disaster occurred.

    -Clunk.

    A familiar woman steps out from the carriage.

    Dark hair tinged with shadows, blood-red eyes.

    The vampire Belladice Rocheira.

    The main figure of the crusade and the apostle of the parent god revealed herself before him.

    Baltar was also aware of her existence.

    -Today, I stake my life here.

    The determined commander raised his voice to convey his intent.

    “It is the command of His Majesty the King!!”

    #

    The atmosphere was such that it wouldn’t be strange for the situation to escalate into battle at any moment.

    “Hmm.”

    After a moment of contemplation, I racked my brain to find the best approach.

    Since a fight was about to break out right in front of me, calming things down should be the priority.

    Appealing to them in a tense state would likely increase their hostility.

    ‘I am a god. Kneel, mongrels.’

    Even if I confidently revealed myself with such bravado, it would be fortunate if arrows didn’t come flying at me.

    Quickly checking the skill tab, I found something suitable.

    Celestial Aura (S)”

    “Removes all status ailments from allies within range and heals them.”

    A simple skill description with not-so-simple effects.

    I decided to simply extend a hand for a handshake.

    Are you really going to use that…?”

    “Then what? Is there a better way?”

    “Well, that’s not exactly the case…”

    It seems they are hesitating since I started with a game-changing skill right from the beginning.

    It’s fine.

    After all, it’s a healing skill, and they aren’t hostile forces either. It shouldn’t have any negative impact.

    With that conviction, I confidently cast the skill.

    -Saaah…

    Golden divine power scatters down from the sky.

    Its scale was vast enough to cover the entire sky we were standing under.

    “Th-this is…”

    “It is the blessing of the Lord.”

    “I have no regrets even if I die now.”

    Suddenly, a brilliant light surged in.

    The expressions of my companions, who had already recognized my skill, were filled with ecstasy.

    It was quite unsettling to see the men acting like that.

    The knights on the other side seemed to be in great confusion due to the sudden phenomenon.

    “Now is the time.”

    I opened the carriage door at the right moment.

    -Clunk.

    “….?”

    Amidst everyone holding their breath, only my presence spread widely.

    The gazes of the crowd instantly pierced towards me.

    “O, divine parent.”

    Vera, who was standing in front of the carriage, hurriedly approached me.

    But then she couldn’t get close and only fidgeted nearby.

    ‘You did well with the pillow.’

    Her demeanor was so innocent and cute that I couldn’t help but smile.

    “Vera.”

    “You need to calm down…”

    “It’s okay now.”

    I took her wandering hand in mid-air and gently entrusted my body to her.

    Then, as if waiting for this moment, Belladice burrowed into my side to support me.

    With a very good sense of stability, I felt extremely pleased.

    If this place were a peaceful flower garden, I could have felt like I was on an outing.

    ‘The scenery is a bit disappointing.’

    That’s because we’re right in the middle of a war.

    In the midst of the healing aura spreading out, I slowly made my way to the front lines with Vera’s support.

    “I-it’s dangerous.”

    I smiled reassuringly at the worried paladin as I said that.

    There were also many others concerned for my safety.

    ‘Even if they all come at me, it won’t matter.’

    Right now, my physical condition is a natural disaster in itself.

    If I were to seriously throw a punch at them, they would never be able to stop me.

    ‘Does a cash punch look like a joke?’

    It’s because I had poured in my hard-earned money to level up my skills and progress.

    -Step, step…

    One step, two steps.

    With Vera tucked under my arm, I continued to move forward.

    “Hah, hah.”

    When I glanced at her for a moment, her cheeks were flushed and her breath was ragged. She seemed to be quite tense.

    “….”

    In the distance, I could see the commander of the knights maintaining a solemn expression.

    He had a face that perfectly matched the medieval fantasy setting, showcasing a character of strong integrity.

    ‘What is this inner intimacy?’

    Perhaps because we had helped each other for so long, I wanted to go up and throw my arm around his shoulders without hesitation.

    Anyway.

    It was clear that my sudden presence was causing quite a bit of confusion.

    A third party might wonder what the difference is, but having watched him for a long time, I know.

    ‘Hey, you’re tense.’

    The tension of not knowing when a war might break out.

    The sudden outpouring of divine skills in that place.

    Along with that, my own appearance approaching while receiving everyone’s awe.

    “Ricardo Baltar, the Imperial Sword, and the Commander of the Knights.”

    “…You are.”

    “It’s the first time we’ve met in person.”

    “…..!”

    Having said that much, it should have been enough to make an impression, unless he was a fool.

    Right here and now, he should understand who I am and what position I hold.

    In fact, I could see the look of shock in Baltar’s eyes as he slowly scrutinized me again.

    ‘What matters is now.’

    I carefully chose my words to convey my meaning.

    “The greatest sword of the imperial family is here for the crusade, isn’t that right?”

    There was no answer coming back.

    However, that in itself was an answer.

    “I will not initiate a crusade. I simply want to return home with my children.”

    “I cannot let you go just like that.”

    “Blasphemous…!”

    I gently patted Vera’s head, who was growling beside me, to calm her down.

    For now, I need to lower my guard for a moment.

    When I had to intervene to stop the crusade against the Black Sun cult, I had no choice but to show up and cover it with various ad-libs.

    But now, it’s different.

    ‘Now it’s different.’

    While extreme displays of strength are needed for troubles between cults.

    A confrontation between a cult and a nation requires attention to political elements as well.

    The moment my reputation hits rock bottom here, I will face many painful moments in terms of resource supply.

    And the evidence of that is currently squatting in the community.

    ….?”

    ‘Yeah, I’m talking about you.’

    These Black Sun bastards are just a villain group.

    They are foolish enough to take a direct hit on the image they have created.

    Even if they are originally like that.

    I cannot stand by and watch our kids board the villain’s ticket to hell.

    “…Your Holiness, while you were away, your cult caused many problems.”

    Baltar, saying this, looked extremely tense.

    In fact, he might be speaking as if he were half risking his life.

    Blocking our way and standing in opposition carries such meaning.

    “I understand.”

    I said that and briefly wiped the smile off my face.

    In fact, I don’t really know.

    While I was away, there were several troubles, and now I have to gradually learn about them.

    “Will you start the crusade?”

    Baltar asked me.

    It seems he is testing the waters while looking at our still intact forces.

    If a crusade had already begun, there wouldn’t be such a normal appearance.

    “I came here to prevent the suffering my children will face.”

    And to Baltar, I firmly conveyed my intentions.

    “My children and I have wandered for a while, but now we want to set everything right.”

    “Your Holiness…”

    Vera looked up at me with tearful eyes.

    What I just said is akin to a contract.

    Having neglected things openly until now, it means I will now sit down and manage everything.

    ‘Though it’s neglect I didn’t even know about.’

    In that moment, the feeling of injustice that surfaced was forcibly pushed far away.

    “…Then.”

    Baltar, who had been listening obediently, pondered for a moment.

    “May we temporarily escort Your Holiness?”

    ‘Oh.’

    Does that mean he still doesn’t fully trust me?

    Or perhaps, given the circumstances, he feels the need for another opinion from the final decision-maker.

    For example, a king, or a king.

    Even if they place me right in the middle of their camp, nothing much would change.

    “….”

    Thinking about it, it doesn’t seem like such a bad proposal.

    ‘Not bad at all.’

    After all, the border of the ‘Regalium’ kingdom also overlaps with the path we are heading.

    If I think of it as solving this issue as a side benefit, it doesn’t seem like such a loss.

    “Vera.”

    Before making a judgment, I wanted to ask the opinion of someone trustworthy on our side.

    “I am fine with anywhere, as long as Your Holiness wishes it.”

    So they say.

    Coincidentally, there were things I wanted to try in the kingdom, and I could also reactivate our object over there.

    The reason I’m curious about the kingdom’s scenery is a little secret that only I know.

    In the end.

    “If that can resolve our misunderstandings, I will gladly comply.”

    I said this as if I was reluctantly being considerate, and decided to join their procession without hesitation.

    ‘Hey guys, is that okay?’

    When I turned back with that kind of nuance, I was met with trusting faces that seemed to say as long as I’m happy, everything is good.

    Feeling pressured, I quickly turned my gaze away.

    #

    Thus, we arrived at the kingdom.

    “I, I am the princess of the Regalium Kingdom, ‘Aicella Karsein.’”

    Facing the princess of the kingdom who appeared one day leading a large number of her subjects.

    “Our parent, the most exalted Holiness, do you perhaps remember the promise we made…?”

    The gaze looking up at me was quite burdensome.

    I just wanted to log out.

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