Chapter 627

A Glimpse of Hope

Translated by Tods

Edited by Phantom0408

I see. If we could do that, maybe no one would have to die

Weena Rhyn muttered to herself.

But that doesnt change the fact that its dangerous. Just because you wont die, that doesnt mean you wont lose most of your powers

Im prepared for that. Im not going to abandon Romio and Uncle Zelos Reed. Ill definitely save them

Sierra seemed to have understood that from the beginning. Their main goal now also seemed to have changed to saving Romio and Zelos Reed, hasnt it?

But if you want to save them, why dont you make her stop the ritual then?

If the fully resurrected great magic beast is left unchecked, those on this continent will be annihilated. Thats how bad that thing is. If thats the case, its better to take the better chance of survival at all costs

This was the second time Sierra had seen that great magic beast. He understood the horror of it. He even said that the continent would be destroyed if it was left unchecked.

In fact, Sierras face was pale as he said that. He must have remembered the great demon beast and his fear of it.

That must be why they were willing to use the Sacrament of the Evil G.o.d to seal the great magic beast. Even if it meant putting themselves in danger to do so.

But was this a good thing from Rhyns perspective?

Fran was trying to stop Weena Rhyn because she had been told that Romio and Zelos Reed were going to die.

But with Sierra joining them, the danger of death had been eliminated. In other words, there was no longer a reason for Fran to stop the ritual.

To be honest, I could understand Weena Rhyn, who didnt want to endanger her other half, Rhyn, and Rhyn, who wanted to free herself from it, and Weena Rhyn by being killed.

However, if we killed Rhyn, we would only be in a hostile situation with Weena Rhyn.

But when asked whether I wanted to take that risk and side with Rhyn Id probably stay on Weena Rhyns side.

Rhyn seemed to understand that as well. So, she brought Sierra with her, but she looked somewhat troubled.

It would have been better if they dont have to play a role in this though

I see. So, they were treated as insurance, huh? But as long as Weena Rhyn was determined to kill that great magic beast, we should be fine.

However, if she failed to persuade her, she would let her seal the great magic beast. But in that case, Sierra and Zelos Reed were necessary to use the Sacrament of the Evil G.o.d.

Weena Rhyn

No matter how many times you ask me, I wont

The tension between Weena Rhyn and Rhyn, which should have been on the verge of settling down, began to rise again.

As far as I was concerned, the two of them were on the opposite sides and would never be able to agree as long as Weena Rhyn, who was taking the initiative, didnt give in.

And with the madness we just witnessed, I couldnt imagine a future where she snapped.

But of all people, it was Fran who stepped in.

Even though she was sandwiched in the middle of the intimidation emitted by the superior beings, she boldly asked a question.

Hey. Is there really no way to make both of your wishes come true?

Thats impossible. I want to be liberated. But Weena Rhyn

I definitely am not going to let Rhyn be killed. One day, Ill bring Rhyn back to life, and Ill return to being just Weena

Thats it

Fran snapped her fingers at Rhyn and tilted her head.

The reason why Rhyn wants to be liberated is because of Weena Rhyn, right?

Thats right. Ive been watching over Weena Rhyn through the spirits. But I cant stand to see her push herself so hard for my sake. Besides, theres something wrong with Weena Rhyn these days

Something is, wrong with me?

Yeah. But you know. Thanks to Master, I now know why. Regardless of how close we were as twins; it was a wonder how long two minds in one body could stay sane

Oh! I thought Weena Rhyns mental state was weird just because of her encounter with Rhyn But actually, the fact that Weenas and Rhyns consciousnesses were mixed was beginning to overwhelm her!

Wasnt that quite dangerous then? If Weena Rhyn went crazy and went on a rampage, the whole country would easily get destroyed. In terms of threat level, Im sure she would get a threat level of A or higher.

If I, the core of that magic beast, were to be destroyed, Weena Rhyn would be able to return to Weena. And not only Weena but many people will be saved too

It would also bring Weena Rhyn back to her senses. Was that why Rhyn insisted on dying?

In other words, if Rhyn returns to her original form and is freed from Weena, she doesnt have to be killed

But like I said, If I was separated from the great magic beast, it will regain its power

Cant we just do something about it with the Sacrament of the Evil G.o.d?

I was impressed by Frans words. She was right. Why didnt we just use the Sacrament of the Evil G.o.d to suppress its powers and separate Rhyn from it?

The current, incompletely resurrected, and weakened great magic beast could be defeated by Weena Rhyn, right? Then why didnt we use the Sacrament of the Evil G.o.d to weaken it further rather than letting Rhyn sacrifice herself?

But Weena Rhyn and Rhyn shook their heads in unison.

We can weaken it. But we dont have any way to defeat it

Weena Rhyn cant defeat it?

I am the only one who can perform the ritual to weaken the great magic beast using the Sacrament of the Evil G.o.d. However, performing that ritual alone requires a lot of power. I wont have enough strength left to defeat it at that time

Can Rhyn do it in her place then?

Im sorry. This body of mine is just a temporary one. I can use my inherent powers of Time and Water to some extent, but I cant do much more than that

I see

I guess things wouldnt work out that conveniently.

If only that magic beast had been a little weaker

What do you mean?

If only the magic beasts power was weaker, theres a chance I could defeat it with whats left of my strength after the ritual

Does that mean I can just damage it and weaken it?

Thats not possible. You wouldnt be able to get closer to that magic beast

Weena Rhyn muttered sadly.

We couldnt get closer to it? I could understand if it had a very thick barrier or its counterattacks were powerful, but what did she mean we wouldnt be able to even get closer to it?

Then they briefly explained it to us.

You may not know it, but the Evil G.o.d has the power to control and drive all living beings mad. Unless youre a spirit like me, its hard to resist it

Weak people would go crazy at the mere act of getting close to it. And the piece of the Evil G.o.d that lies within that great magic beast is the Evil G.o.ds throat. The voice it releases has a strong curse-like power

Weena Rhyn said while pointing at the great magic beast.

At this distance, dont you think its strange that we cant hear the voice of the great magic beast? Even though were still in the sealing ritual, we should at least be able to hear it, right?

Now that she mentioned it, she was right.

This stage is protected with a barrier to block out the voice of that great magic beast

I see. I thought it was because of the distance, but it was actually because of the barrier that surrounded this stage.

Even I cant get any closer to that great magic beast than necessary, as it could take control over me too. Although I can defeat it with a single shot, I cant weaken it by attacking it over and over again

So, youre saying that if the attack cant bring it down, we would only be dominated by the magic beast? Therefore, we had to unleash one big attack that could instantly defeat it.

However, after hearing what she just said, Fran and I had some newfound hope.

Control of the Evil G.o.d, huh?

If its Master, you should be fine, right?

Yeah, youre right

Fenrir once told me. As someone from Earth, my soul was immune to the control of the Evil G.o.ds.

The only problem is, what would happen to my wielder, Fran? Do you know something, Announcer-san?

A sword and its wielder are inseparable. So, its possible for Fran, the wielder, to negate the Evil G.o.ds control

What about Urus.h.i.+?

Urus.h.i.+s soul connection with Master has been confirmed. Urus.h.i.+ is also capable of negating the Evil G.o.ds control

Alright! I guess that means we can fight together, right?

Yes. No problem

Sankyu, Announcer-san. You are so reliable!

Fran, Urus.h.i.+. You heard her too, right?

(Nn! We can save Romio, Weena Rhyn, and Rhyn. And while were at it, we can save Zelos Reed too!)

(Woof!)