My dear witch, please turn evil according to the script!

Chapter 473 God descends
Emerald Forest.

The Imperials usually refer to this enormous forest, located in the southwestern corner of the continent, as something beyond measure.

Due to the extreme difficulty of development, there are almost no traces of human activity in this forest, which is recognized as a gathering place for magical beasts.

Although monsters and monsters are everywhere.

But this place is still special.

The extremely high concentration of magic power and the near-perfect ecological environment make the number of magical beasts here immeasurable.

Especially high-level monsters.

Even legendary-level sub-dragons exist in considerable numbers here.

This directly led the empire to abandon its idea of ​​developing the area.

The costs and benefits don't match.

After all, to develop this place, at least two legendary-level experts would need to be stationed here, and that might not even be enough.

Therefore, this vast forest, which has existed since the distant age of gods, still occupies most of the southwestern corner of the continent to this day.

Therefore, this place became an excellent hiding place.

If you have the skill, then hiding here will almost certainly prevent anyone from finding your trace.

Unless they were being tracked by magic before hiding in the forest, or it was to lure their pursuers into a trap they had set.

The priestess always believed that her plan was perfect.

Rather than the scheming and machinations of her predecessor in governing the church, she preferred to create a dilemma for her target.

A situation where a goal, regardless of its purpose, will inevitably lead one into a trap.

only……

There seems to have been a slight mishap in this calculation.

Standing on a cleared hilltop and looking out, the mist that had shrouded the three small towns in the distance had been dispelled.

In other words, have those heretics arrived at the destination? Are they still debating whether or not to step into the trap?
Or is it... that you're preparing some backup plans to ensure the success of the scheme?

Thinking of this, the priestess smiled.

fair enough.

After all, their task was simply to attract attention.

Although I was very unhappy... I realized that the priest was indeed more insightful in his perception of God.

For the success of the plan, for the coming of God, she was willing to make some sacrifices.

Even death.

Like the remaining surviving bishops, none of them minded giving their lives in their final moments.

Because soon they will be reunited in the Lord's Kingdom.

That's right, at this moment, the only one acting as bait in the Emerald Forest is the priestess.

Everything was just a plan to welcome the descent of God.

Whether it's cooperating with that old demon whose mind has been corrupted by the Lord of Mist to bestow blessings throughout the continent, or acting as bait here at this moment.

It was all just to divert the attention of most people, especially Roland.

That insane inner demon can't cause any trouble.

Without their assistance, the fog wouldn't have been able to spread any further.

The tear he made was still too small, but after all, he was someone who passively entered into God's embrace, so we can't be too critical of him in this respect.

Soon the priestess was no longer disappointed by the minor mishap in her plan.

All she wanted to ensure was that the Vatican's attention would be drawn to her.

This group of people is the most troublesome part of the plan.

Just as they can track themselves through so-called sin marks, this method can also be used on priests.

But the other side's scheme is not over yet. He needs to stall for time until he reaches the most suitable location for the divine descent ceremony.

Of course, it would be even better if we could keep all these guys here and create another loophole.

I wonder if the elves and dragons on the coastline will affect the progress of the plan.

Just as the priestess was thinking this, she observed the papacy personnel setting off for the forest through a monitoring spell.

"They've taken the bait."

……

……

“Isfar…”

After stepping out of the portal, Roland looked at the familiar yet unfamiliar city before him and sighed silently.

In a sense, this place is a turning point for me in many ways.

After getting involved in resolving the catastrophe in Isfar, things started to move in the direction of truly saving the world.

Whether it's war or evil gods...

I've returned to this city once again. The Sky Ring Hub, suspended in the sky, has also undergone some changes.

The abundant magic transformed into blood within the energy pipes that permeated the exterior of the colossal structure, driving the operation of this massive weapon of war.

Since the Empire declared a state of war, the Sky Ring Nexus has been in a state of readiness.

This empire's true strategic deterrent weapon will unleash its fury upon its enemies.

The towering white city walls still stand, but there are now many more soldiers patrolling them.

The magical weaponry developed by the Academy and the Empire can also be seen in front of several city gates within the city.

Those weapons that looked similar to tanks, as well as various long-range individual firepower weapons, also made Roland somewhat realize something.

Although he knew very well that the Empire had long since deployed these things, he still couldn't help but feel a little surprised by the rapid development of this world.

Especially when standing atop the city's clock tower and looking towards the rebuilt square in the city center.

An extremely complex alchemical engraving circuit was inscribed in the center of the square.

Based on his knowledge of alchemy, Roland was able to roughly discern the general function of the formation.

Increase and connection.

No... the increase is secondary; it's a necessary enhancement to complete the connection.

Is this the final plan that Professor Russell, the Empire, the Demon Royal Court, and the alchemists of the Academy came up with?
At this moment, Celia, who was standing behind her, urged, "Have you seen enough? It's time to go to Dragon Island. You saw it too, right? It's on the coastline outside the city."

Roland nodded and looked at the distant island: "To be honest, it's much smaller than I imagined."

"I'm afraid even Mr. Sinos's entire dragon crew can't fit here."

Celia smiled and explained, "Don't underestimate the technological level of the dragon race. They are not a race that only relies on physical strength and talent."

"In fact, whether it's the magic technology of elves, demons, or even the magic technology and rune technology of humans today, they are all imitations and reproductions of the dragon's technology."

"What you see is indeed the entirety of Dragon Island."

"It really is that big. It doesn't look much bigger than a typical island."

"but……"

Cecilia didn't continue explaining, but simply looked at Roland and said, "As for the truth, you should find out for yourself."

Roland sighed, then asked another question: "By the way, I remember you said that the World Tree and the Elf King also wanted to talk to me, right? How about we go over there after we finish meeting with the Dragon God?"

“Oh dear, we wouldn’t dare trouble such an important person like you.” Celia laughed. “They will communicate with you in other ways.”

"The premise is that they can successfully resolve the troubles that Avalon is currently facing."

"Didn't I tell you about the dangers lurking in Avalon?"

"That directly led to the danger of three kings taking turns ruling."

(End of this chapter)