Chapter 851 - Awakening (1/2)

Translator: Atlas Studios  Editor: Atlas Studios

“Are you sure, Master?”

Celestina hugged her arms and gazed at the red sword stuck into the ground with obvious fear in her eyes. After the battle ended, Rhode didn’t instantly return to the Land of Atonement using the teleportation door. Instead, he returned to the underground fortress with the Bow Knights. Although his “purpose” was to investigate the Chaos Beings, there was also another important matter—grinding EXP.

Although he couldn’t repeatedly train in dungeons just like in the game, it was entirely different here. The battle in the afternoon had raised his EXP bar to almost half and he could level up if he attempted it again. Moreover, the spawn of the devils was endless, which was the best source of EXP for him right now.

General Kaplan didn’t comment on his return. On the other hand, the presence of the Bow Knights caused an uproar in the fortress. Not to mention that they were tough and powerful, their youthful, attractive appearances as 18 years old young ladies instantly caught the attention of the soldiers. General Kaplan had no choice but to order his soldiers repeatedly to not harass the Elf young ladies. Although General Kaplan wasn’t concerned that the soldiers would act brazenly, the problem was that he wasn’t aware of the Elves’ true background. The only thing he was sure was that the Munn Kingdom definitely didn’t possess such a massive and powerful army of Elves. If the Elves truly came from the Country of Law, it would be terrible if a ‘diplomatic dispute’ were to occur due to the rudeness of his soldiers. Therefore, not only did General Kaplan prepare the best rooms in the fortress for them, but he also provided Rhode and the others a quiet resting venue.

After General Kaplan ordered the soldiers to free up space for Rhode’s group, the soldiers passionately cleaned up the area and rooms—what simple young men they were.

However, Rhode wasn’t concerned about such matters. After expressing his gratitude to the general, he dismissed the Bow Knights before returning to his room to deal with the new holy sword spirit. Of course, like in the past, he had to hear the opinions from the other holy sword spirits after turning the newcomer into a card. But this time…

“I also think that… you should seriously reconsider, Master.”

Apart from Celestina who was obviously frightened and worried, Celia was also surprisingly hesitant and concerned. She gazed anxiously at the huge red sword while clutching the hem of her battle skirt so tightly that her knuckles turned rather pale.

“I admit that Sister Shira is one of the most powerful among us. But her personality is too difficult to grasp. I think… that… if you awaken Sister Shira… she… I think that it is best that you should wait for a safer time.”

“Is it really that bad?”

Rhode gazed at Celia in astonishment before shifting his gaze to the ashen Celestina who nodded firmly. The demon young lady couldn’t help but touch her pitch-black wings while recalling horrible memories. Rhode didn’t expect that Celia would also reject his idea… This was truly strange. He turned to Gracier and Madaras at this thought, but they didn’t respond apart from exchanging glances with each other. Do you two not object or support my decision?

This was an equally rare reaction from them.

Rhode knitted his brows as he understood their concerns. After all, the overwhelming desire for murder and destruction terrified him when he first held the sword. But he still believed that she actually wasn’t that scary. No matter what, she was one of the holy sword cards and besides, he needed such a powerful force on his side.

“I think that Celia is right, Master. No matter what, I think you’re better off putting her away for now and waitting for Third Big Sister’s return first. With Third Big Sister around, Sister Shira won’t behave too violently. But if you do it now…”

“No.”

Rhode shook his head determinedly and interrupted. Then, he looked silently at the red sword.

“I know what you girls are worried about, but I’ve made up my mind. No matter what, you’re still my summoning spirits. I, as the Master, have to take up this responsibility. Indeed, perhaps it will be best if I take Celestina’s advice, but that means that I’m avoiding my responsibilities. If my summoning spirits choose not to obey because of my incompetence. Then, it makes no sense to me.”

Rhode gazed at the four holy sword spirits.

“Isn’t it?”

“… I respect your judgment, Master.”