203 Chapter 72 Permission (2/2)

The words of the Emperor flow into my ears when I think about what that fact means.

”Why are fantasy species born of dragon holes hostile to humans? That is because the earth itself contains antagonism toward humans - some say so. Man is a creature that sees God in thunder that roars into the sky. And they saw God on the earth that produced the seed of fantasy. And I worshipped the fantasy seed as God's use, sometimes even disrupting the crusade. Even so, I was initially excluded as a heretic... but at some point, this teaching began to spread rapidly.”

The emperor says that the period is the old period.

As I mentioned one day, the Old Age refers to the pre-war era 300 years ago, when humans and demons fought. And there are few records from the old days. Because many records and literature have been dissipated by the war.

However, it seems that the Imperial Palace has a considerable amount of ancient literature.

”Existing Old Age literature shows many records referring to fantasy species. Apparently, there were an unparalleled number of fantasy species on the continent.”

”That situation has become a breeding ground for people to accept heretical teachings.”

”Exactly. Those who believe in the righteous God will not be attacked by fantasy seeds - many have gathered for salvation in their words. Eventually, they not only worshipped the fantasy seeds and disrupted the crusade, but also began to imitate the fantasy seeds.”

”Is that an imitation?

”We started hunting the unbelievers in their gods with our own hands.”

If humans all over the world obey the true God, the wrath of God will be relieved and the seeds of fantasy will not appear. Peace and stability in the human world will also be achieved.

It might have meant clearing up the resentment that had previously been rejected as heresy. However, it seemed certain that many of the power holders at that time continued to struggle for power and territory without seeing the seeds of fantasy.

The fact empowered their uprising.

By positioning their battles as Jihad to purify the world, they challenged existing societies, existing powers.

--Name the god of light.

When the name came out of the emperor's mouth, I frowned reflectively.

”... I was told by His Holiness the Pope that it was the organization that became the predecessor of the Divine Law. Three hundred years ago, a faction of them allied themselves with the demons.”

”Well, it was written in Sakuya's letter that you had contact with the Pope, but did you reveal secrets?”

The Emperor raised his right eyebrow. It was a surprising, convincing, or alarming expression.

Slightly, the emperor nodded as if he had regained his mind.

”The Pope is right. Light God has a great deal to do with the Ghost race. And that is also linked to the reason why the Onimon Gate was born in your hometown. When the secrets of the Onimon Gate are uncovered, the world of man will be shaken greatly. Sky, it is the role of the Swordsman to prevent that.”

If it is the role of the Swordsman to seal what exits from the inside of the gate, it is also the role of the Swordsman to prevent what does not enter the gate from outside. The Emperor said so.

When I heard that, I remembered the emperor's question earlier and nodded secretly inside.

The Oni Gate is not just a place where the Oni Gods are sealed. There are hidden secrets that shake up the world today. I suppose the Emperor wanted to make sure that I knew about it and that I was about to enter the Witch Gate.

And because I decided that I didn't know about it, he told me the back of the dragon hole in front of me.

I don't know why you've done that to me just once in the past. Of course, my power to wave to the powerful will be attractive, but the emperor who can even move Kensei if he wishes will not have to ask me.

Whether or not the Emperor is aware of my inner feelings, the Emperor has made a final confirmation to me with a sound that makes me feel compassionate.

”It's empty. Once through the gate, you will face three hundred years of vengeance in his land, whether you wish or not. If that happens, there's no turning back. Not just you, but those around you may be involved. Do you still want to go through the gate knowing that? I have seen that you have no interest in the truth 300 years ago.”

I nodded silently at the emperor's words. Indeed, I am not interested in what happened 300 years ago.

However, considering Pope Noah and Rascalis, I think it is dangerous to remain ignorant.

Besides, my purpose was clear from the beginning. Responding to her sister's desire to help her lost brother, she strengthens herself by fighting the mighty monster who treks beyond the Onimon Gate.

As for the revenge of God of Light, you should think about it after you actually stand in front of your eyes.

Above all, you can't say ”I will stop helping Kremt” to Krea who brought him to the Imperial Capital. There's so much cool about it!

― ― I will convey such thoughts to the Emperor in Oblate as much as possible. If the Emperor were so shallow, he would not be allowed to walk through the gate! If I say so, I'll think of another way. I thought so.

But the Emperor listened to me all the time. And after listening, there was no anger on his face. I'm not disappointed. What was there was still a convincing expression.

The Emperor told me vaguely that he was confused by the meaning of the reaction.

Verily, I will give you forgiveness to pass through the gate.