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Sun family.

Information about them is not known to the public.

They last disappeared hundreds of years ago and the Demon King desperately tried to get rid of them.

As of now, only a very small number of people know about it.

‘The emperor and high-ranking priests within the church.’

Other than that, there is no one who knows about the Sun Clan.

I also learned about the Sun Clan by reading information that was classified as top secret in the imperial palace and by opening a history book that only those with strong power within the church could read.

‘It doesn’t even appear in the original.’

Under such circumstances, it was very difficult to obtain information about the Sun Clan.

The only way to find it is to browse confidential information within the imperial family and other history books within the church.

‘That’s why I came to the church.’

Although there are still unfulfilled goals in Fate City.

To the point where I put it off, finding information about the Sun Clan was a priority.

Anyway, I found out through the demon king that there was a demon behind the boat in this matter, so there was no need to rush.

I sighed and stepped into a row of pure white buildings that I never wanted to step into again.

Everyone who was standing on guard looked at me and gave a friendly greeting.

I nodded lightly in greeting to them and continued forward.

Once we got inside, two priests were waiting.

“It’s been a while, warrior.”

“Everyone is waiting inside.”

Although they were high priests, I spoke with them more comfortably because they were close associates of the Pope.

“I can’t believe we gathered together with only the Paladins summoned. In the first place, moving the Paladin would have been my jurisdiction.”

“That’s true, but I can’t help it because you threatened three years ago that you would never summon paladins again. The purpose of Paladins’ existence is to assist the warrior. Since you say you don’t summon such paladins just once, have you forgotten that a lot of things happened three years ago?”

It was so correct in every detail that I couldn’t find anything to refute.

It’s a little unfair that there were circumstances, but it doesn’t change the fact that in the end, I caused it.

“That’s right… ”

“Paladins also participated in this convocation, and the Pope also participated, so it will be okay.”

“I hope it goes as I said.”

These are not empty words, I mean them sincerely.

Sometimes, when I went there, I saw so many people who were so crazy that I started to doubt whether the church was created by people who worshiped God, and since they are still alive and well, I really hoped that everything would be as good as they said.

I’m really complaining about all kinds of things…

Oh, isn’t it a star thing?

Now that I think about it, there are people who find fault with rumors I intentionally spread.

If you think about it, it wasn’t that big of a deal.

I know I didn’t do it.

The rumor spread quickly and virtually became a fait accompli.

‘But even if the rumors aren’t true.’

The mere fact that something like that came out was enough to make people say something, so it was still kind of shitty.

With the guidance of the high priests, we entered the building.

Finally, I stood in front of the door.

The two high priests looked at me and said before opening the door.

“No matter what anyone says, it’s better to manage your facial expressions.”

“That’s right. The problem is that the warrior is sometimes very bad at managing his facial expressions.”

“Can I say that to the hero? I don’t think it would be surprising if they cut off their heads by summary execution right away.”

“So are you going to do that?”

“That’s not it.”

“I knew that and said this.”

On the one hand, that cheeky reaction is absurd.

I thought I could understand why he was Gyo-hwa’s close associate.

‘That nerdiness. ‘He looks like the Pope.’

If you stay close to someone for a long time, do your personalities become similar to each other?

The reaction of the two arrogant high priests was almost scary.

“I’m going to open the door now, so you’d better control your facial expression.”

After saying that, the two high priests opened the door.

Soon I could see the scenery inside.

Numerous beings surround a circular table against a pure white background.

10 paladins and up to 20 high-ranking priests.

The last person who exudes an overwhelming presence even among these people.

The presence of the Pope.

The eyes of those inside were focused on me.

Everyone gave us different looks.

Paladins look upon you with respect and glory.

The Pope seemed expressionless at first glance, but there was an unknown peculiarity in his gaze.

Priests who truly worship God are hostile towards me.

On the contrary, unlike them, the corrupt priests who indulge in all kinds of luxury and pleasure give me a subtle look that I cannot understand.

Those who were not on either side gave indifferent looks to those who took a neutral stance.

I am between countless gazes.

I walked over to an empty chair and sat down.

While no one opens their mouth.

It was the Pope who spoke first.

“Now, I will explain why we are gathered like this. Before speaking, if you have something to say, please say it first.”

No one opened their mouth.

The Pope nodded and continued speaking.

“The reason for gathering this time is to convene the Paladins. 3 years ago. The warrior himself refused to summon the paladins. I swore to myself that I would never call them again. Warrior. Do you have anything to rebut?

“… None.”

“But now, 3 years have passed. Paladins have been summoned. Also, we came together like this because there were internal concerns about this. If you would like to give your opinion, I would appreciate it if you could do so.”

The Pope continues the flow neatly.

The first to speak up was a faithful cardinal who was not corrupted.

“The warrior’s order to summon the paladin must not be fulfilled. Since ancient times, paladins have been based on assisting warriors. Therefore, only warriors could summon paladins. However, the warrior gave up that qualification himself three years ago. But now you’re taking it back? This cannot happen!”

The voice was a bit excited, perhaps due to excitement, but most people except the paladins seemed to agree with what he said.

“I think so too. I threw it away myself, not because of anyone else, but I don’t think it’s possible for me to take that qualification now. Moreover, paladins had the disgrace of not being able to serve as counselors to the generations of warriors. I wonder if it is really right for a hero to have the qualifications to summon paladins.”

“I think so too.”

A unity that has never been seen before.

Normally, when a gathering like this takes place, the atmosphere is extremely violent and people are busy refuting the opinions of the other side.

Perhaps because their target was me, they seemed to be fighting each other a lot.

‘A person without friends would live a sad life.’

It was a moment when I desperately wanted to see Lena.

When I was lamenting inside like that.

The Pope looked at me and asked.

“Warrior. What do you think of yourself?”

The Pope’s eyes contained many meanings.

One of them contained the meaning that it would be difficult for him to help this time as well.

‘It’s worth it.’

Without any excuse, it is entirely my responsibility and it is also true that I disqualified myself.

Even if the Pope was on my side, it was not good for him to blindly defend me in this situation.

Still, he seemed to be giving me a chance to make an excuse, drawing attention.

I wanted to do something like that if I couldn’t say anything, but I just ignored it because it also meant that he trusted me that much.

I opened my mouth, looking at the gazes directed at me.

“I won’t make any excuses either. I also understand why you don’t like calling them out now, since I disqualified myself for whatever reason three years ago. So I won’t choose. It is not me who will speak out about this matter, but the paladins. I will follow their choice.”

It is not my choice, I leave it to the paladins.

If you look at it purely, it was a very good thing to say, but no one here took it in its literal meaning.

To roughly interpret it, it meant something like, ‘Wouldn’t it be okay if the paladins chose me?’

Of course, there were people who objected.

“Isn’t that just a trick!”

but.

“So is there anything wrong with what I said?”

What I said was really sophistry and not nonsense.

I was the one who disqualified myself from being called up as a paladin.

But here is someone who suffered damage because of it.

It’s a paladin.

In fact, even if it was damage, it was related to honor and there were legitimate reasons for the action, but if you put those facts aside, Paladin is right.

So, there is nothing wrong with my statement that it is right for the Paladin to choose, and there is no reason to refute it.

Whatever the intention.

‘Well, if the paladins’ feelings toward me really changed, it wouldn’t work out as intended.’

At that time, I also plan to give up completely.

At that time, I thought that since there was nothing unfair about it and I had no right to hold onto it, I should just let it go.

Illen opened his mouth.

Seeing his hands shaking, he seemed quite angry.

“Me and the other paladins decided to follow the warrior. This opinion will not change, so it would be better not to think about unnecessary things. If not.”

Sreung!

The paladins took out some of their swords from their scabbards and showed them.

Ilen spoke next.

“I will never forget.”

A truly brutal threat.

It was somewhat surprising considering that this was a place where high-ranking priests gathered rather than just individual priests, but considering the status of the Paladin, it was not surprising.

If you’re just looking at power, of course I’m higher.

That’s outside the religious order.

If you come inside the church like this, you can see that the Paladins have greater influence than me.

Looking at the cardinal who was trembling in frustration, I gave him a sly smile and made a slight pout.

‘party. god.’

The cardinal’s face changed when he understood the meaning of the words.

I suppressed my laughter for a long time.