"The Holy Grail—?"

Upon hearing the Pope's words, the Hero couldn't help but cover her round, open mouth.

She naturally knew what that was.

Any competent Monk or Nun wouldn't be unaware that among the many Holy Artifacts enshrined in the Cathedral, this was second only to the Eternal Holy Sword, the most legendary relic closest to a true Holy Artifact.

—The Heavenly Full Holy Grail.

Heralded as the most precious key on the path of a Profession, it was said to be a sacred vessel that could open the ultimate gate.

Only during the inauguration ceremonies of the Saintess and the Pope would the Grail be retrieved from its secret place for use.

Because of this, compared to the Eternal Holy Sword, which could be seen daily in the Dusk Crystal but was never drawn, the Holy Grail, hidden away and rarely seen, carried a heavier air of mystery, with many widely circulated legends.

Some say the Grail once held the blood of a Deity, inscribed with secrets leading to the Divine Domain;

Others say it bears ancient power, bestowing the user with ancient legacies.

Such legends are just ordinary versions, with more bizarre ones not in short supply.

But whether those rumors are true or false, it's undeniable that a transformation ceremony conducted through the Heavenly Full Holy Grail can grant a Reincarnator immensely extraordinary Strength.

That is a major ceremony that even such a behemoth as the Church must exhaust its resources and expend great effort to hold just once.

"Such a precious opportunity, is it really for me?" the Hero's eyes were wide, her mouth agape, her tone incredulous.

'Oh my, this is going all out indeed.' Even another self was stunned by this grand gesture.

"Of course, this is a unanimously passed decision of all of us." Finally seeing the Hero's astonished expression, the Pope chuckled.

"Lately, you've already done so much for the Church. Without your decisiveness and courage, the Holy City would not only have lost the Isolated Island Nun but even in the face of the Deep Sea Demon's threat, the current peace would have been an extravagant hope. That we can have such a leisurely conversation now is all thanks to you." The Pope's expression turned wistful.

The Isolated Island Nun brought the Siren Princess to the Holy City, which naturally had the Pope's consent, but he failed to see the Nun's condition.

Although the Isolated Island Nun was undoubtedly the most suspicious, until her depravity was truly witnessed, no one could have imagined that such a highly respected Great Nun had fallen to that extent.

Seizing the opportunity, the plan to resurrect the Liberation Saintess was already taking shape, yet without the Hero capturing the Black Dream Key, and without the help of the Black Dream Key, whether they could smoothly control the power of the Nether Sea Dream was still uncertain.

If not for the Hero, in the worst-case scenario, the current Holy City might already be a Hell shrouded in a Nightmare.

The old Pope glanced at the Light of the Void within the Dusk Crystal, then looked earnestly at the Hero.

"You've helped us so much, and beyond that, we hope you will take on the important responsibility of the Saintess in an acting capacity, which naturally warrants an appropriate reward, otherwise we couldn't live with ourselves."

Although still unclear why the Church's policy had shifted so greatly, with the Pope stating it so clearly, all she could do was politely accept.

"Though I've only recently joined the Church, I'm still a part of it, just doing what I could... But since you say so, I won't refuse."

The Hero displayed a bright smile and straightforwardly accepted it without further hesitation.

She wasn't someone without desires; whether it was a Noble Title or a reward, though she wasn't fighting for those, if she could have them, she wouldn't be hypocritical but happily accept them.

"It's just that the ceremony for the Grail requires preparation, approximately seven days," the Pope gently reminded as he saw the Hero agree, "During this time, you should rest well."

[Did the Hero meet anyone on the way back to her room?]

1. Yes ♛

2. No

D2=d2(1)=1

[Who did she meet?]

1. Tree Shepherd

2. Key Changing

3. Isolated Island Nun

4. Innocent Nun

5. Cruising bishop

6. Spirit God Mage

7. Siren Princess

8. Liberation Saintess

9. Someone unrecognized

10. Critical Success/Extreme Failure

D10=d10(10)=10

D2=d2(1)=1

♛: Critical Success~

→☆→☆→☆→✧←★←★←★←

After explaining everything to the Hero, watching her light-footed departure, the Pope's smile remained unchanged, though his eyes slightly distant as he recalled the recent events at the meeting.

It was a meeting held urgently within the depths of the Cathedral, in the Holy Ceremony Hall.

This is the core decision-making place of the Church Court, and meetings held here can influence the direction of the entire Church, with only those in power eligible to set foot here.

After the first round of the Saintess selection ceremony was urgently halted, all the Church's high-ranking officials gathered here. Although the meeting was hastily convened, those who could influence the vast Church Court were almost all present.

After all, those who were not in the Holy City when the Saintess selection began, regardless of their high status or power, could hardly have a substantial impact on the overall Church strategy.

The air was heavy and solemn, signaling the weight of this meeting.

But at the center of the assembly, surveying the crowd, was a face both strange and familiar.

"Hello everyone, long time no see, or perhaps, nice to meet you for the first time."

The Liberation Saintess slowly raised her head, her gentle gaze sweeping across the many figures present.

There were faces aged and familiar, some young and entirely unfamiliar, and others matured yet carrying remnants of childhood impressions...

And those present silently observed her face, just the same as in their memories or exactly like the portraits.

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