419 415. Religions in another world.txt (2/2)

In front of that top-tier recovery magic that can only be described as a miracle, people were in awe, fascinated, and praying as they waited for their turn.

Now the Fuzzyards Cathedral is the same as Fania's Seventh Magical Research Institute a thousand years ago.

It also functions as a hospital, and it conducts research and development of magic 《Sith》 in the background.

The temple is just as busy as it was a thousand years ago, and even though the treatment of the severely injured was finished in the first month, the number of people still hasn't tended to decrease.

It seems that people who have been treated here have been so struck by the miraculous power of the temple that word of mouth has spread across the country.

''Apostle Sith-sama!　Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing that precious miracle, even with someone like me: ......!　But what I can offer you, I can offer you: ......

'Oh, don't worry about that stuff. Don't get me wrong. This isn't about you, it's part of saving the world. So, the price is good for faith alone. ...... On the contrary, just don't skimp on prayer!　From now on, I am the apostolic representative of the Levantine faith!　The Apostle Sith!　Worship the name of the Sith, not the Diprakra!　Ah-ha-ha-ha!

'Ah, Lord Apostle Sith: ......!

The Sith have suffered multiple disappearances, yet they still tend to be looked down upon by normal humans.

Hence, there are so many voices that want to re-seal the Sith. Per Reiner and Mr. Diprakra, they are so wary of her that every time Sith's name is mentioned, they suggest it.

'...... Hey, Christ. Is that really what we need to attack 'The One Who Steals Blood's Reason'?

'Living magic is one of Helmina Neysha's 'unfinished business', the discoverer of the 'blood power'. Without it, we're in a bit of a bind.

You're a magical creature, so why not the Reaper's? He's much more mature.

The Reaper is based on the fairy tale 'Grim Lim Lim Reaper' ......, so it's a bit off from Helmina's idea of a 'five-year plan'. It's important to me that religion is the source.

...... Huh. I'm worried.

Every time he hears (・・・・・・・・) my buildup of ”I'm not a fan of this” (...), Reiner always sighs.

Then, while glaring at the irreverent Sith who are laughing hysterically, he says, ”He's the guy who carried out the ”World Consecration Camp” a thousand years ago, right ......?　You'll definitely do something, I'm sure ......,” he mumbles.

I know how you feel.

In the past, I had a similar sense of urgency. But because I know what I did a thousand years ago, I can also say that the Sith of today are ”different than they used to be”.

For example, it's the difference in the friends next to me.

Where Yotaki and Tiara were once there, now--

Hmm. I'm all right. The muscles aren't going to heal, but with training you should be able to walk. You need to take care of yourself.

There is a one-armed - or rather, a girl, Dia, with one arm and one leg constructed of shining magic power, quietly healing next to the Sith.

The outfit is the same as the Sith, depending on the location and situation.

It's a good idea to be able to have a good idea of what you're going to do with it.

''Well ......, the lovely one, Apostle Sith-sama, thank you too ......

The only Sith left is that idiot. I'm just a citizen who lent him a body. I'm sorry to have lied to you all these years. From now on, you can call me Dear. ...... Yeah, the cooler one, Dear.

Ha, yes ......!

After the treatment, the woman bowed her head reverently and then gave Dia a loving look.

Undoubtedly, she would ignore Dia's request and call her ”the pretty one” on her head when she returned to the city.

However, she seemed to understand the name part, ”You're Dia-sama, aren't you? I've been lending my body to you for a long time, Dear-sama ......,” he repeated.

The Sith next to her adds an explanation to that.

''--That means she's a 'priestess'. This I, the Apostle Sith priestess.

As usual, I decided to take Dia's position on the matter on my own, from the top, as usual.

To that, Dia argues back.

'What?　I'm not a priestess. I'm just a helper.

I hear they call them maidens.　I just heard that rumor and adopted it, so if you're going to complain about it, go ahead and tell the people of the city.

'Ha, ha ......!　Crap. ......, tomorrow, do you want to hide your face and fix it?

'Don't be so shy!　Without a doubt, you're my maiden, the best in the world!　You should be more proud of yourself!

It's your best shot at a title. It's a disgrace, I decline, I decline.

Sis seldom praises others.

She goes on to praise Dia next to her with the kindest look I've ever seen on her face.

'I don't blame you for thinking that, but ......, believe me, it's not just verbal flattery, either. It's not just the missionary help that you're doing now. When we talked about needing flesh and blood to build the magic called Sith that I am, you also agreed to help me. I'm really grateful to you, Diablo.

...... separately. It was the part I didn't need, that feather. ...... Also, what I'm doing isn't helping with missionary work, it's helping with healing.

'Hmph!　Having said that, I like you, Diablo, for what it's worth, because all you do is help me!　Helping the apostle on his mission to 'save the world'!

I'm not helping the apostle on his mission. I'm just doing what I think I should do, I'm just doing what I think I should do.

'That's (...), that's good (・・・・). That backwards action is so good ....... For me, who wasn't very smart, it's .......

The chemistry between the two of them was even better than they had imagined. Even though they originally had an affinity for souls that could live together in the same body, they were now able to do the same job shoulder to shoulder.

And the main reason for this was undoubtedly the change in Sith's heart.

'I'll thank you again and again, Diablo-chan. Maybe if you hadn't nodded, my ally wouldn't have tried to create magic 《Sith》. ...... Thank you so much.

'Ah ....... Haha ......, it's kind of hard to blow up since it's halfway round. I figured if it came down to it, I could just put it out next time, over here.

I don't want to disappear anymore - or rather, I don't want to have fewer 'friends' anymore. So I'm going to think about things, and I'm going to change the way I do things. In my own way.

...... ”I don't like losing 'friends', huh? That's the only part I agree with. That's the only part.

The knowledge of the truth from a thousand years ago has changed the Sith.

The first thing you need to do is to make sure that you have the right information.

Looking back, she was very straightforward when we first met and was quick to recognize us 'gentiles' as 'friends'. She was definitely more flexible and more comfortable with people than Ms. Di Prakula and Legacy.

And at the end of the change, she had finally reconciled with Dia as well.

In the first place, the main reason why Dia had a grudge against Sith was because of her memory that ”Apostle Sith had done terrible things to Kanami and Hitaki”. But in reality, ”Hitaki and Tiara were doing terrible things to the Apostle Sith” was more correct, which softened the way she treated them.

I also heard that Dia had returned home with Sith.

It's a story that clearly shows that this world is moving forward with the happy times that I saw in that Yangtaki's 《Winter's Other World (Wintry Dimension)》 - no, more wonderful times.

''-- And, yes, yes, eh!　The only thing I'm not going to change is the apostle's mission to save the world!　Be strong in this new body and one day I will take His place!　And for that, have faith, hurray, you guys!

You didn't forget that you were going to sacrifice my body for this mission, did you?

That wasn't a bad idea, though, was it?　And I still think: ......

Yeah. I knew you'd need me to keep an eye on you. The next time you try to sacrifice your life, I'll put a stop to it. I'll put my hand in front of your head.

I know what I'm doing!　So now I'm collecting prayers, not life!

Seeing the two of them arguing is a relief to me.

Because it was exactly like the early interactions between Maria and Diah.

If one day Sis has her ”moment to take the Lord's place”, she will have plenty of friends around her then. And she will be even more grown up than she is now, and she will be hesitant about her mission, and she will think carefully about the path she should take.

I walk along the edge of the temple with such deviousness in my arms.

Then I walk up to her right next to her and quietly call her name.

'Sissi. It's about time for one last check in the 'Senate Chamber'. If you don't, you're going to be late.

Sith and Dia were open-mouthed and surprised when they saw me nearby before I knew it.

Thanks to the robes and masks inhabited by Tida's 'Power of Darkness', they didn't seem to notice my approach, including the people who were waiting their turn.

''Meh, ally?　Uh, meetings, meetings. I remember it well. But do I absolutely have to go?　It's always a similar story: ...... It's just a confirmation of the previous plan anyway, right?　Now I'm busy gathering my faith: ......

'You're the one ....... To save the world, it's good to collect the magic stones of The One Who Stole the Reason, you promised to help me, right?　Don't skimp on this one. Please.

The Sith found the meeting troublesome.

But Dia, who had become her protector, soothed her.

”Sith. Let me take care of this and go. Your promise is important.

I push back on that.

When prompted to attend, the Sith stomped back a bit distressed and happily stepped back.

''Mmm ......, if my allies ask me to go that far ...... it can't be helped!　That's it, if you want me here!　You Sith!　Phew!

The Sith leave the work of the temple to Deah, and move on, though spared by the people around them.

-- Incidentally, Dia is not involved in this ”Plan to Secure Fafner Helmina”.

There are many reasons for this.

There are a number of reasons for not getting involved in this plan to secure Fafner Helmina.

Also, we have already won an overwhelming victory against Fafner.

In the battle in the Great Sacred City, if it wasn't for Yotaki's intervention, the 'Blood Stealer' could have been secured with just the three person party of Dia Maria Reaper. It has been confirmed that Dia's magic 《Sion》 alone can restrain him, and there is even information that he is weakened now.

I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make the most of your time and money.

The main focus of the battle against the Thieves of Blood is to save two people, Fafner and Helmina, rather than going into battle with the boss.

That's why the 'Primary Attack Team' is assembled with only members from a thousand years ago, and the bloodthirsty faces are turned into the 'Secondary Defeat Team'.

''Ah, Kanami ....... Hold on a second .......

It was decided, but Dia, who seemed to have a thought, stopped me.

While extending her magical arm, she stuttered out her next words.

''Well, um, .......''

Dia wouldn't be worried about the fight.

Still, she's worried about a lot of other things.

I put my hand on Dia's head.

'Dia, don't worry about it. Fafner and I are 'friends', just like Sis and Dia. I've been an equal ”friend” since that day (...) when I asked for a tour of the facility ....... So I think we can part with a smile, just like everyone else we've had before.

”Oh--

Being stroked, Dia's eyes narrowed in happiness.

However, she still can't seem to wipe away all of her worry, and she looks a little sad, even as she smiles.

I know she's looking at the soul on the other side of me and I quickly reply.

”'It's okay.' --Dia, smile. I'd love to see Dia's smile.

Dia, too, was very fond of Rustyala.

So for Dia to really feel safe, she would need a word from her, who had been a great support to her heart.

'If Rustyala were here, I think she'd say that. And he's an ...... optimistic guy.

I added, and I laughed.

Dia blushed, surprised at me, but then blushed and confirmed the name in passing.

'Kanami ......?　Soooo, that's awesome: ....... Is it a voice imitation, or some kind of vibrational magic?　It was like Rastiala was really there now. That Rastiara--

'Not magic, but skills?　Actually, my parents are professional actors and singers, and they had training in voice since I was a kid.

'So it was: ....... No wonder.

Why?

I feel like a rather shocking fact is waiting for me, so I won't ask back.

However, I can see that Dia's face has cleared up a little bit with the series of conversations we just had.

I leave Dia for now.

Kanami, I'm sorry. I'm sorry to keep you from seeing me tomorrow. ......

I'll be off then: ....... I'll see you tomorrow.

From now on, if we finish the final confirmation of the ”Fafner Helmina Securing Plan” - most of the planned reconstruction work will come to an end.

And for the first time in a long time, we will have solidified free time.

It seems that Dia is looking forward to that vacation period.

Of course, I'm looking forward to it, too. I'd really like to hear the details of the homecoming and all that.

We still have a lot to talk about with each other, but we'll save that for the holidays, and I get off the platform and leave the temple.

As we part ways, Sis waves to Dia--

”My Priestess!　I'm asking for the rest!

...... Yeah, I'm on it.

Dia didn't deny that designation of maiden.

Sith then stood in front of me and Ryner, leading the way.

'Come on, let's go!　Don't let us both be late, follow me!

To which Ryner replied, ”You're the one who was almost late. ......”, and from Sis, ”Today, you're still this cheeky kid. Tsk,” and a tongue lashing and another battering of the tongue.

I walk over and watch as the two of them start a petty fight next to each other.

Inside the cathedral, a mixture of nostalgia and newness--