Chapter 1398: Chapter 142 Xuan Yue in Red_2
As the situation unfolded, none of the clerics in the Holy Court could utter a word; only those with profound cultivation could see who would be the ultimate victor. However, the performance of Xuan Yue and Mang Siu greatly satisfied their eyes; the power of a mage was indeed formidable! Mang Siu’s Ritual Robe was soaked with his own sweat, and his heavy breathing was clearly audible.
The Pope looked at Xuan Yue and Mang Siu, and smilingly said, "The most loyal believers of the Sky God, everyone has seen what just happened. Xuan Yue, the Goddess, and Mang Siu, the Priest, have fought to a draw. I have decided to bestow upon Xuan Yue the Goddess the honor of acting as the Red Robe Priest, and her position will be adjusted based on her future performance." His expression darkened, and the Pope’s voice suddenly became stern, "After nearly a thousand years, the Dark Forces are rising again, threatening the survival of all races on the continent. As believers of the Sky God, I demand that you contribute to the peace of the continent at any cost. In three days, it will be time for us to head to the Tian Yuan Clan to seek out the Dark alien races. This will be the most important battle for the Holy Court in a millennium. We are the loyal followers of the Sky God, and we must sacrifice a lot for the peace of the continent, even our lives. Are you willing to follow me and fight against the Dark Forces to the end?"
All the clerics who could enter the Divine Mountain of the Holy Court are the most loyal followers of the Sky God. Not only do they possess profound cultivation, but they also hold fanatical faith in the Sky God. Hearing the Pope’s words, a single voice echoed in front of the Hall of Light, as all the clerics shouted, "We are willing," "We will always follow the Pope," and other firm words. In their hearts, they were filled with reverence for the Sky God and disdain for the Dark Forces.
The Pope, satisfied with the clergy’s response, said loudly, "Good, you are truly the children of the Sky God. Since that is the case, let us oppose evil to the end. I will lead you under the Sky God’s protection, to achieve the final victory. Now, return to your posts and prepare for the expedition."
The clerics gradually dispersed, and the Pope ordered Mang Siu, Yu Jian, and Xuan Ye’s family to follow him into the Hall of Light.
In the Pope’s hand, a ball of golden flame ignited, and with a flash of light, it entered Mang Siu’s body. Under the effect of the Pope’s Divine Power, Mang Siu’s weary spirit was somewhat restored, and he bowed deeply to the Pope, saying with respect, "Thank you for preserving my dignity." He turned around, smiled at Xuan Yue, and said, "True heroes emerge from the young! It seems I have indeed aged."
Xuan Yue bowed respectfully to Mang Siu and said, "I’m sorry, Grandfather Mang Siu, I went too far just now. Are you all right?"
Mang Siu shook his head and replied, "In a contest, one must give their all. Your strength has already surpassed us old folks, and I’m afraid even Xuan Ye isn’t your match. I never expected the once mischievous Little Witch to possess such cultivation." Hearing Mang Siu’s words, Xuan Yue’s pretty face blushed, and she lowered her head. Her frozen heart trembled slightly, but only for a moment.
The Pope was not surprised that Xuan Yue obtained the position of acting Red Robe Priest, but he was now worried about the matter of the Savior. His profound gaze fell on Xuan Ye and asked, "There are no outsiders here, Ye, where is Ah Dai? Since you brought Yue Yue back, why didn’t you bring him as well, what exactly happened? I know you have prejudice against Ah Dai, but you must not let this prejudice affect the fate of the entire Holy Court, do you understand? The Savior is dispatched by the Sky God, and only by following the Savior’s steps can we make the right choices."
Xuan Ye was sweating profusely, although he had always known the Pope attached great importance to Ah Dai, he never imagined it to be to such an extent. He muttered, "Your Holiness, are you really certain he is the Savior?"
The Pope nodded and said, "His Majesty God Feather once left a passage about the appearance of the Savior in the Holy Court’s secret texts; the divine rain of light is the omen of the Savior’s coming. Although you were far away in the Tian Yuan Clan at that time, you must have seen the rain of light that fell not long ago. Yue Yue has told me that the light rain was caused by her and Ah Dai. Plus, the prophecy of Pu Lin, the Prophet of the Pu Yan clan, Ah Dai and Yue Yue, they are the Saviors of the continent, and moreover, the Savior should be led by Ah Dai. We must find him and follow his steps to meet the arrival of the millennium calamity. Tell me, where is Ah Dai now?"
Xuan Yue suddenly stepped forward and said, "Your Holiness, I am a bit tired and would like to go back to rest. If there’s anything, please ask Priest Xuan Ye. I don’t want to hear the name Ah Dai anymore."
The Pope, sensing the cold aura emanating from his granddaughter, frowned and said, "Alright, then go and rest." With a cold expression on her face that revealed nothing of her inner thoughts, Xuan Yue bowed to everyone and left the Hall of Light alone.
The Pope turned his gaze from the departing figure of Xuan Yue to Xuan Ye and demanded, "Tell me, what exactly happened between Yue Yue and Ah Dai? This concerns the safety of the entire Holy Court, and you must not hide a single thing."
Xuan Ye’s heart shook. He had indeed intended to cover up some things for Ballon, but with the Pope framing it so gravely, how could he hide anything? Forgive me, Brother Ballon, I have to tell the truth. With that thought, he no longer hesitated and said, "It was like this, on the thirteenth day we were besieged in the Elf Forest, the Dark alien races suddenly retreated without a trace. We do not know where they retreated to or why. At that time, Xuan Yue and Ah Dai, along with several of their friends, arrived at the Elf Forest. Back then, Yue Yue and Ah Dai seemed very close. But, as you know, I’ve never had much fondness for that boy Ah Dai, so I asked Yue Yue to return to the Holy Court with me. However, Yue Yue seemed to have deep feelings for Ah Dai, repeatedly insisting that Ah Dai come back with us, even threatening with death. I had no choice but to agree. Later on..." Xuan Ye detailed everything that had happened that day, and the Pope’s expression became increasingly grim with each word. After hearing the full narration, the Pope’s body trembled slightly, and the Divine Power within him fluctuated unstably. With a long sigh, the Pope exclaimed, "Disaster, a true disaster, to have committed such an act that tarnishes the honor of the Holy Court."
