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"Alright, from now on, I probably won't be able to see you for a long time," the person in the mirror said.

"Huh? You're leaving?" Furina asked, somewhat flustered. "But that method to counteract the prophecy..."

Everyone will melt into the sea, leaving only the water god weeping on his throne... A terrible prophecy. The self in the mirror said there was a way to fight it.

"Don't worry," the person in the mirror smiled. "My departure is to make final preparations to fight against the prophecy. Rest assured, even if I'm not here anymore, I will always be with you."

"Oh, okay then. I'm still a little lonely, but... well, it's alright!"

Previously, this was the only place where I could avoid playing the role of a god and not be so tired.

But now I can confide in Ryder, so I won't be so sad anymore.

"Well then, goodbye~"

The person in the mirror bids farewell.

"Goodbye."

Funinna waved.

She let out a sigh of relief after the other person disappeared from the mirror. Suddenly, she felt a sense of emptiness, as if a best friend had gone far away and she wouldn't see them for a long time... Frustration, disappointment, and overall sadness.

Just as she was about to go and have a chat with Ryder, the guard suddenly knocked on the door.

"Lord Water God, the Court of Judgment has arrived."

Fulina was taken aback. The courtroom? Oh, another new case needs to be tried, and they've invited me here?

Hu~hu~

She took a deep breath, pulled herself out of the sadness of her friend's departure, and then transformed back into the confident and proud Water Goddess that the people of Fontainebleau usually saw.

As I stepped out of the room, two officials from the court and a small squad of guards arrived.

The guard who knocked on the door opened his mouth, but then hesitated and stopped himself from speaking.

"Let's go," Funina said with a smile.

Just like usual.

Strange, the atmosphere among these people is a bit off... Accompanied by the crowd, Funina walked out of Momang Palace and headed towards the courtroom. She played her role as usual, from her tone of voice to her posture. But unlike usual, everyone seemed to be quiet.

Funina was puzzled, but she followed her usual routine and walked to her seat after entering the courtroom.

However, a calm voice soon came from the judge's bench.

That position belongs to Navelette, the highest judge of Fontaine.

He looked at the girl and said calmly, "Ms. Funina, your position this time is not in the audience, but in the defendant's seat."

As soon as he finished speaking, the atmosphere in the audience was instantly ignited.

“oooooh!”

"I'm coming."

"Wow! The trial of the water god... This is simply the most amazing scene in Fontaine's history!"

"I never thought I'd see something like this in my lifetime. It's truly been a worthwhile experience!"

"But... is this really a good thing?"

"Isn't it permissible as long as it's permitted by law? Doesn't the law say that the water god cannot be judged?"

A chorus of excited, surprised, or nervous chatter rose from the audience.

"Eh?"

Furina stood frozen in place, momentarily forgetting that she should properly disguise herself... Judging the Water God? Judging me? What is this all about...?

The stage lights shone down, creating a stark contrast between light and shadow. Standing under the lights, Funina instantly became the focus of everyone present. She was used to this situation, but this time she was not playing a solo dancer, but a 'sinner' being judged.

A dignified voice echoed from the judge's bench—

"Court is in session."

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Chapter 127 Funina, Don't Cry [Seeking monthly votes and full subscription!]

In Fontaine, figures ran towards the courtroom.

"Quickly! Something terrible has happened!"

"Lord Water God Qi is about to be judged!"

"Good heavens, what's going on? Who dares to judge the Water God?"

"The trial was, of course, conducted by Lord Navelette, but it is said that the plaintiff is Dean Arya of the Academy of Sciences."

"Rumor has it that it's related to the Water God's plan to build the Opiclie Opera House."

"What does this have to do with the Academy of Sciences?"

"You'll find out when you get there... But judging gods is such an exciting thing, it's like a drama."

The new water god has only been in office for two months, yet he has already caused such a mess; it is truly shocking.

Moreover, most Fontaines who have met Furina so far have a good impression of her. She is proud and confident, and always maintains an unexpected dramatic quality. It has to be said that Furina's 'performance' is always very infectious, making people unconsciously fall into her rhythm.

Instead of delving into divinity, she confronts humanity... Furina has been studying the image of the water god in the minds of the Fontaines, and so far her performance has been very successful.

Therefore, under these circumstances, the trial of the water god occurred.

Besides shock, there was also bewilderment, and a strong anticipation for the upcoming scene that was both a trial and a drama.

"—Court is in session."

As the voice faded, the bustling courtroom fell silent.

Navilette sat on the judge's bench.

He wore a black coat with blue stripes, and his handsome face was solemn, giving people a sense of calm and serious majesty.

Silver pupils gazed upon everything in the arena.

The moment the trial began, his emotions were as calm as a still lake, with only occasional ripples indicating that he was not at peace.

After all, the one being judged right now is the water god who invited him to be the supreme judge. However, the water god now seems to be slightly different from that time.

Although Navelette did not participate in the Fontaine people's discussion about the authenticity of the water god, as Funina's tenure lasted longer, some of her behaviors reached his ears. He was actually somewhat skeptical about the outsiders' assessment that she was "more like a celebrity than a god."

Which one is the real Funina?

Or perhaps it's all of the above, but as a water goddess, outsiders can't see her true self.

These thoughts flashed through my mind, and then the trial officially began.

Arya appeared in everyone's sight in the plaintiff's seat.

The lights in the theater dimmed, leaving only two beams of light on the plaintiff and the defendant respectively. Compared to Arya, who looked calm and had a smile on her face, Furnessa, who had walked into the defendant's seat in a daze, was still somewhat unaware of what was happening.

No matter how much she practiced in secret or how many unexpected situations she imagined, she never thought something like this would happen!

Waaah... What's going on? Why am I being judged? Do even gods have to be judged? What should I do, what should I do... Recovering from the crash, Funina suppressed her panic and unease, comforting herself that it was alright, just a performance under the spotlight... But when her gaze met those sitting in the audience, her body trembled involuntarily.

The silence, and the attention of suspicious gazes, made her feel very uncomfortable.

Previously, these were all subjects she encountered during her daily patrols, their expressions filled with excitement and worship, stirred by Funinna's speeches and the atmosphere she created. But when the identity of the water goddess faded, and she took on the role of the 'judged one,' Funinna felt that everything had changed.

"Why does the Water God seem so uneasy?"

Some observant people in the audience could always notice that, unlike his usual moments of radiating emotion and captivating others, the Water God standing under the spotlight at this moment appeared somewhat frail, even pitiful and helpless.

"Lady Funina!"

At that moment, the silence in the theater was broken by Arya's voice.

"I express my sincere apologies and deep fear for this trial. I never imagined that one day I would stand in the courtroom and challenge the most beloved Water God of Fontaine, but I have no choice but to do so!"

Her voice was loud, like an actor reciting lines on stage, which startled Funina.

"Hmm? Lady Frinina, haven't you realized it yet?" A hint of doubt flashed in Arya's eyes. "This is the Court of Judgment, a place where justice reigns supreme. You, who are most familiar with judgment and justice, should know what this situation means, right?"

Although there are many rumors about the 'water god being fake', Arya had never doubted it before, but now seeing Frynn's performance, she couldn't help but have some doubts... This was also the thought of everyone in the audience.

"It's starting to look a bit messy."

"No way, he was stunned just from standing in the dock?"

"Isn't it said that we'll be judging the gods? You can't handle this much mental pressure."

"Don't say that, I'm still looking forward to a great match."

The discussion is growing louder and louder.

In Fontainebleau, the trial is also a drama.

Rather than at attributing its legitimacy to justice, many Fontainebleau residents clearly have much stronger expectations for the process itself.

What they want is to witness a thrilling courtroom battle, experiencing the twists and turns of the plot; as for the final judgment of justice, that's the business of the Supreme Judge.

This attitude towards trials is a long-standing tradition among the people of Fontainebleau, which may seem somewhat strange to outsiders, since trials are, in essence, about bringing justice to those who have committed crimes.

at this time.

All eyes were on Funina.

"Just like that, we won?"... "If an opponent doesn't even have the desire to fight, then defeating him is a piece of cake," Arya thought to herself, and then suddenly felt a surge of excitement and anticipation. After all, what a glorious honor it would be to defeat the water god in a trial!

"Pfft, hahaha..." Just then, Funina, who had been keeping her head down, suddenly burst into a series of laughs. "Hahaha~ You guys, you didn't fall for my tricks so easily, did you? I was actually hoping that you would be more vigilant after what happened last time, but... sigh, my people, you can't fall into the same trap twice."

Funina raised her head, her expression haughty, her eyes bright, her hands on her hips, her head held high, showing no trace of the weakness and helplessness she had shown just moments before.

Everyone was shocked.

Then it dawned on me.

"So that's how it is. This is another performance by Lady Funina."

"Hey, I knew it! Lady Funina is the water goddess, how could she be scared by a mere trial?"

"Hmph~ I think she's just faking it. This guy is definitely a fake."