I find it very sacred to pick someone up and make them a saint.

Mien and Lucia didn't know what it was, but they instinctively felt it was precious.

Lucia looked at Mien with some apprehension.

But the old man, Mien, felt extremely deserving.

"Then we'll accept it without hesitation."

Lucia: They haven't even told me what this is yet!

The magic of green enveloped Sylvia's face, further highlighting her natural and serene temperament.

"This is an epic relic of the Church of Life, the 'New Sprout of Hymns,' which is now under my control."

Although it's only of epic rank, it has undergone some changes thanks to the power of my faith.

Mien examined the swirling magic power within it, as well as the 'dew' condensed on the leaves. These were all life energies unique to Sylvia as a saintess, containing extraordinary power.

Just like its name suggests, it's as if you can hear a hymn and are gently swaying to the music.

As the dewdrops fall, the surrounding space is filled with vibrant life, as if it can heal all aging and pain.

It's like being in perpetual dawn, with dew constantly condensing, dripping, and condensing again.

"As you can see, it has no offensive capabilities, but it can continuously produce dew with great healing power, which may be helpful when you encounter difficulties."

"But what will you do if you give it to me?"

Mien stepped forward, respectfully extended his hands, and bowed his head in greeting, which was actually a gesture of respect to the entire Church of Life.

Seeing this, Sylvia gently placed it in Mien's hand.

The greenery has been stripped away, as if it were planted in Mien's hands.

"It's alright. Firstly, we probably won't need it. Secondly, our church has the Tree of Origin, which, under my control, can protect us well."

"However," Sylvia cautioned, "..."

"Strictly speaking, this sacred object is actually dedicated to the Holy Maiden of Light. When Professor Fabian returns, I will tell him about your help today, and we will go to the Academy of Scholars together to pay our respects."

Even at close range, Sylvia could still see who was casting the spell, and it was Lucia who blocked the attack.

"Oh, it's nothing, it's the same." Mien said casually, not caring at all.

Lucia was very surprised to hear this. She jumped over Mien's back and saw the tender gratitude in Sylvia's eyes.

He smiled somewhat sheepishly.

Mien turned around and gently handed "Spiritual Sprout" back to Lucia.

It's just a matter of transferring money from one hand to the other; when it returns to the Academy, it's still Mien's.

"Thank you," Lucia said gratefully to Sylvia as she accepted the sacred object.

"I should be the one thanking you both."

"We'll express our gratitude another time. We'll be leaving now."

Mien, too lazy to listen to the two girls' small talk, said goodbye to Sylvia and led Lucia to the Academy's carriage.

Lucia sat in the carriage and carefully placed "Hymn Sprout" on her lap.

Under the magical light, a happy smile appeared on her face, a mixture of curiosity and relief.

Gently touch it with your fingers, as if a little girl is seeing her beloved doll for the first time.

Mien coughed lightly.

"Luya".

"Teacher." Lucia turned her head, a smile still in her eyes.

"Due to future work, the Academy will soon be conducting research on the power of faith in life."

"Hmm." Lucia listened intently, though she didn't quite understand.

"This relic of the Church of Life contains powerful faith and has great potential for research."

Lucia narrowed her eyes slightly, revealing a wary and cunning expression.

He then pulled the "New Sprout of Hymns" closer to his chest.

Lucia's actions surprised Mien.

According to the script, Lucia should be very clever enough to understand what I mean, and then very sensibly hand it over to me with a well-behaved smile.

He could satisfy her by patting her head and saying a few words of praise, and then promise her two pieces of scrap metal in exchange, and she would be eternally grateful.

Easy peasy.

That's not how the script was written!

Mien's face twitched at the sight, and he was momentarily embarrassed.

But the next moment, he calmed down.

"You're disobedient, aren't you? You dare to have your own ideas now?"

His skin gradually thickened, and he became increasingly emboldened.

Now that you know, I'm not going to act anymore.

Leaning back slightly against the carriage, too lazy to coax him gently:

"Luya, give it to the Academy first, and I will return it to you when you need it."

"When?"

"When you grow up."

Mien crossed his arms and looked calmly at the doubt in Lucia's eyes.

"I'm all grown up now!" she said, puffing out her chest.

Mien glanced at her and gave a cold laugh.

"You don't want to give it to me?"

Upon hearing this, Lucia immediately deflated.

Just like a child can whine and be spoiled, but ultimately cannot disobey their parents' orders.

She was especially aware that her life was given to her by Mien.

Lucia pursed her lips, a look of reluctance on her face, and slowly handed over the gift she had received from her friend for the first time.

She looked away, as if she couldn't accept it.

Without hesitation, Mien grabbed it and instantly stored it in his storage ring.

"That's a good kid." A smile appeared on his lips.

"What's yours is yours, I'll just keep an eye on it for now."

Lucia turned around and looked out the window.

Where Mien couldn't see, he stuck out his tongue and made a face.

I laughed at myself again; I never thought I would treat my teacher like that.

Another kind of intimate happiness welled up in my heart.

Instead of being saddened by it, she leisurely looked out the window, her heart swaying with the bumps of the carriage.

Mien examined the "Hymn Sprout" in his storage ring, feeling its powerful life force up close.

It is even more powerful than healing spells of the 8th or 9th tier because there is no time for chanting, it can be carried around, and there is even a sufficient reserve, so there is no need to worry about the consumption of magic power.

Functionally speaking, it can even reach the level of a Holy Spirit.

Just as he was happily playing with the gift Sylvia had given him, Mien's communication ring flashed with magic.

It was a message from August:

The Knight Lady, Earl Neuer, and Lord Valgon have come to the Academy to request a visit to Chief Mien and Lucia.

It came at the perfect time.

Mien had many questions to ask her in order to get answers.

After all, Neuer is the daughter of General Yu.

It was impossible for the old lion, General Sestan Elyu, not to participate in the discussion of the war against the Seferon Empire.

She immediately informed August that she would be back to receive her soon.

Mien looked at the empty space and smiled as he said to Lucia, who was sulking:

"Your other friend has arrived."

Upon hearing this, Lucia immediately turned around and asked in confusion:

"Another friend? Who?"