Of course, I accept the fact that I had some part in the creation of this broken family, but there was no reason to find the cause. To be honest, the situation was being taken care of, so it had nothing to do with me anymore. The imperial family was destroyed, and even if this revolution ended up being a half-measured one, the fallen imperial family still wouldn’t be able to stage a comeback.

‘They don’t have a chance…’

Basically, the revolution’s failure was unlikely. I expected the fight over power to last a long time, but seeing those with power getting worked up was enough to change the hearts of the citizens in unexpected places. If I were a soldier of the empire, I would have had a change of heart as well. All they had left was a few knights truly loyal to the empire and some soldiers who couldn’t choose to be on the goddess’ side.

I was kind of worried about what Victor Hart of the imperial knights would do, but seeing that I didn’t hear any other news, Cha Hee-Ra noona had to have handled it. Based on the situation, I thought that maybe it wasn’t necessary to send Cha Hee-Ra noona out.

‘That old man won’t pick this time, too.’

I was sure he was confused about who he was protecting, and I couldn’t imagine him swinging his sword at the large group of citizens the emperor had labeled traitors, but at the same time, I couldn’t imagine him swinging at the emperor. He was strong, so I couldn’t understand why he was scared of swinging his sword.

‘Is he smart or dumb?’

I had no idea what the others thought about him, but from my standards, Victor Hart was the dumbest of them all.

Screams continued to reverberate below the castle.

“Find the traitors of the goddess! Find them! Search the entire castle! I’m sure they’re hiding somewhere!”

“The maids are innocent! The goddess won’t forgive those who hurt the innocent. Just like how we repented for our sins, they can join us!”

“You crazy traitors! Get down on your knees! O-On your knees, now! You’re nothing but low and dirty commoners! How dare you lay your hands on me!”

“Please spare me. Please… It’s my fault. Please spare me!”

“Don’t let any of them live! What are the Heresy Inquisitors doing?! Reveal the truth that the traitors are working with the devil!”

“Drag all of them out!”

Different voices were mixed together, and it felt like I was watching a group of crazed or possessed people.

Oscar was still leading the people, and while they were protecting the innocent people in the castle, they started looking for the nobles in hiding. During all these, the Heresy Inquisitors were dispatched, so Father Basel’s work within the Vatican had to have gone well. The citizens were blocking the back of the capital and were closing in, so the emperor and Charlia could already be considered captives. The goddess’ mirror was still reflecting the images of those who had committed many sins, so it shouldn’t be long until they were caught.

I thought about shooting Breath just once, but it was unfortunate how I couldn’t do such a thing.

“Hahahahaha!”

Basically, the situation was amusing, and I noticed Jung Ha-Yan staring at me while I was laughing. When I nodded lightly, she walked away happily. I wasn’t sure what she was up to, but she was probably heading toward the first princess to release her pent-up anger caused by what the first princess had said earlier about how we loved each other.

‘We won…’

When I got off Dialugia, I saw a familiar face.

“Father Basel!” I called out.

“Brother Lee Ki-Young,” Father Basel greeted.

“How did it go? Did everything work out?” I asked.

“Of course, and it’s all thanks to you! Everything worked out! It does break my heart a bit, but it’s the goddess’ new will, so what can you do? All of this is for the goddess as well, so I’m sure she’ll be pleased,” he replied.

“Yes, you’re right. The goddess will smile and nod at us, Father Basel. Hahaha. By the way, since everything worked out, I should be calling you Your Holiness, not Father Basel. I’m jealous, sir. You’re a little bit closer to the goddess now. Hahaha,” I commented.

“We haven’t even done the ceremony yet! Hahaha. Although, it’ll probably end up that way… In that case, you’re now an Honorary Cardinal,” he said.

“What? What… do you…” I mumbled.

“Hahaha. You don’t need to look so surprised, Honorary Cardinal,” he laughed.

“Father Basel… I-it’s so sudden…” I commented.

“I was actually already thinking about it ever since we talked about it. The Vatican hasn’t made it official yet, but as the next Pope, it’s what I want to do, so who will dare go against me? Haha. To be honest, I wanted to appoint you as a cardinal within the Church of Benigoa instead of an Honorary Cardinal, but the rules are pretty strict, and you seem like you don’t like being pressured that much, so this is all I can do,” he explained.

“Ah… Father Basel… I’m not worthy of the position,” I told him.

“You are definitely worthy of the position, Brother Lee Ki-Young! I also trust you the most!” he revealed.

“I’m just serving the goddess, Father Basel,” I said.

“That’s the reason why I like you so much. Hahaha. You’re not greedy! How can a person not have any greed? Hahaha. A foreigner like you—I mean, a person like you is rare! You’re definitely a blessing from the goddess!” he complimented.

“I-I’m flattered, Your Holiness.”

“Hahaha. No need to call me that, Brother Lee Ki-Young. You can call me that after the ceremony. Hahaha. Ah! Even though you’re just an honorary cardinal, I’ll make sure you receive the same benefits a cardinal receives, so you don’t feel too disappointed,” he added.

‘Nice! Nice!’

I honestly wanted to scream in joy. On the outside, I was waving my hands while telling him that it wasn’t necessary, but who would decline this kind of offer?

‘I’m an Honorary Cardinal.’

In addition to the various privileges, the three Templars would ensure my safety. Out of the secret weapons the Holy Empire was hiding, one of them would become my shadow warrior, and these benefits were enough to make me want to start dancing.

“I appreciate the offer, Father Basel. By the way, where’s Sister Jessica and Sister Helena…” I asked.

“Ah! Sister Jessica has just entered the castle, and she’s helping the people realize the will of the goddess. Sister Helena is still at the Vatican punishing the sinners… I should actually be staying at my station, but when I saw you appear with the dragon, I ran over here as fast as possible. Hahaha! It’s my first time seeing a real dragon, and being selected by a transcendental creature is really…” he paused.

“Everything is the will of the goddess. Hahaha. There’s no other reason,” I responded.

I thought the situation ended pretty fast, but it seemed like the Vatican still had a lot of work to do, and since Helena was taking care of it, he probably thought he could come out without any worries.

The citizens were still capturing the castle, and I was sure their situation was different from mine. I wanted to have a cup of tea, but even I was worried about what others would think about me if I drank tea in this situation. I saw people approaching while being surrounded by soldiers. When I focused mana on my eyes, I saw the noble supporters of the Citizen Revolutionary Group from our faction. Some released sighs of relief while others approached with smiles. They were already certain of our victory.

“Lady Caitlyn! Lady Elise!” I called out.

“Brother Lee Ki-Young! Ah! You’re here as well, Father Basel,” Lady Caitlyn greeted.

“Oooh, it has been a while, Lady Caitlyn,” Father Basel greeted back.

“You look great, Father Basel,” she complimented.

“Hahaha. Thanks to the enlightened citizens, today is the day when we can start teaching the goddess’ new will, so of course, I’m happy. By the way, didn’t you say you came here to speak with Brother Lee Ki-Young? I’ll take my leave,” he said.

“No, it’s fine, Father Basel. As you said, it’s a great day so we should let everyone see that we’re together. I’m not just here to thank Brother Lee Ki-Young, so if you leave, I’ll feel really bad. Please stay with us,” she requested, and Father Basel nodded.

The imperial family and the Vatican were no longer fighting over power. It was a new era, so there was no need to threaten each other anymore. The nobles, including Lady Caitlyn, Father Basel, and the Vatican knew that better than anyone else. I nodded and continued talking as well. I was adding a bit more joy to the already happy atmosphere. It was kind of scummy to start celebrating our victory when the Citizen Revolutionary Group was still fighting hard, but I wasn’t going to deny it. It had secretly been confirmed that the people here would be the next ones in power.

“Hahaha. Please Lady Caitlyn… there’s no need to thank me. I should actually be the one thanking you,” I told her.

“No need to thank me, Brother Lee Ki-Young. Us, nobles of the east, actually—we’re not nobles anymore. Anyway, if you didn’t take care of us, we wouldn’t have been able to stand in the goddess’ shrine. We’ll never forget what you have done for us, and I would like to apologize for the trouble we caused back then, Brother Lee Ki-Young. It was a very serious and sensitive situation,” she explained.

“I completely understand, Lady Caitlyn. I should be the one thanking you for trusting me. If it weren’t for the nobles of the east, the situation wouldn’t have worked out this well,” I said.

“We’re just happy that we could share the same goal as the citizens. However…” she paused.

“Hahaha. Don’t worry, Lady Caitlyn. I’ll make sure to hold a separate assembly for the nobles who supported the Citizen’s Revolution Support Declaration. No, rather than me holding it, the citizens will hold one for you. Haha,” I said.

“Thank you for taking care of us.”

“I would like to thank you again as well, Brother Lee Ki-Young,” Lady Elise said.

“You don’t need to do that, Lady Elise. You’re embarrassing me. Hahaha,” I told her.

This situation was different from what was going on in the castle.

“Kyaaaaah!”

“Ahhhhh!”

“It hurts… it hurts! Save me! Please save me!”

“Don’t let any of them escape! We can’t let any of the traitors of the goddess escape!”

“Don’t let the sacrifice of Arkimo, the fighter of democracy, be in vain!”

“For the sacred democracy! For the goddess!”

The situation before us was different from ours, as we were talking in a comfortable atmosphere. And the fact that I was part of this group made me want to scream in joy. I felt kind of bad, but that was how society worked.

“How about we move somewhere else?” I suggested.

“Where…?”

“Hahaha. We have to finish this up, Lady Caitlyn! Father Basel, please join us. It’s the glorious victory of the people of the empire. As the cardinal, you shouldn’t miss out on a day like this,” I requested.

“Oh my…”

“Yes, come with us, Father Basel. You should greet the denizens since you’re going to become the pope, Your Holiness,” Lady Caitlyn suggested.

“Ahem. Let’s do that. Since the great soldiers of the goddess have won, I must congratulate them!” Father Basel agreed.

When we were about to change locations, another group appeared. Seeing them frown made me laugh. Naturally, I started clapping, and when the others saw me clap, the nobles of the east instinctively started clapping as well.

“Hahaha. You’re the biggest contributor to this revolution, Princess Charlotte! Hahahaha. And I would also like to thank the nobles who supported the revolutionary group! Princess Charlotte, no, no—you’re no longer part of the imperial family. Miss Charlotte!” I called out.

“Y-You…”

“Now, now. Come with us! It’s the glorious victory of the citizens!” I told her.

When I brazenly gave her a thumbs-up for her work, I saw her fists quiver.