The Infinite Dragon God Cannot Find Silence

The initial purpose of establishing this alliance was largely to achieve joint defense between Orpheus and the Twelve Guardians. Although Indra probably wanted to develop it around this core, for Alpha, this alliance was only meant to ensure they had no worries about the rear when fighting against White Night, while also guarding against the rapidly rising dystopia at the time.

As a result, because it is so easy to use, it has unknowingly grown to its current size.

When the army raised its flag, so many gods responded.

"Hmm."

Without directly responding to Alpha's exclamation, Orpheus maintained his usual weary demeanor, half-closing his eyes and extending one hand.

Seeing this, the goddess of creation sighed and placed a necklace in Orpheus's hand.

"Honestly, you're the only one who would go to the trouble of getting me to fix a necklace."

"Because Alpha is the only person I can ask who can fix this necklace."

Orpheus gripped the Catalogue of Life in his hand and responded with a light laugh.

It took Tianyi Planting more than an hour to barely recover the fragments to the point where they could be pieced back together to their original shape.

The Catalogue of Life was completely shattered before, and most sensory perspectives could only retrieve information about 'ordinary wood chips' at most.

At this point, even the original creators of the Catalogue of Life probably couldn't fix it... It's more like they'd have to find a way to make a new one.

And the original records will naturally be lost.

Only Alpha can preserve and restore records... such a miracle.

The name of the creator goddess is just the most representative explanation; Alpha is the origin of all things.

In other words, he is the most versatile tool.

Hearing Orpheus's response, Alpha sighed helplessly once again.

"Never mind... I can probably understand your approach if you repair it yourself."

"Alpha must have sensed it too."

Orpheus smiled.

"This necklace has a very similar feel to Gaia's Star Power."

Even the Heavenly Army didn't fully understand the process of the creation of the Catalogue of Life. It originally seemed to have been created by a human, but upon closer examination, it seemed to be related to a pure-blooded dragon.

Regardless, aside from that pure-blooded dragon, the aura and even the abilities of this necklace are indeed very similar to Gaia's.

Orpheus initially thought it was just an illusion or a coincidence, but after witnessing Kasukabe resist the demonic power with the Index of Life, he was basically certain of it.

Ordinary imitators cannot achieve that level of skill.

The success of this campaign was far smoother than Orpheus had anticipated, thanks in large part to Kasukabe.

Originally, all that was needed was for Kasukabe to withstand the Demon King's attack and buy time for the others—and that was the limit of what the Dragon Spirit's power could achieve.

Unexpectedly, she successfully incorporated some of Orpheus's abilities, which in turn severely damaged the Demon King.

This brought a lot of peace and stability to the situation, without the danger that Orpheus had initially predicted, where she would still need to help him a little.

It seems that the potential of the Catalogue of Life is far more astonishing than she imagined; she just doesn't know if it can truly reach the level of Gaia Star Authority in the end.

If possible... it might also be a good card to play against the King of Killers.

Of course, on the other hand, Izayoi and the others, who have been of great help this time, should also be given something in return.

"How's it going over here?"

Just then, Alpha spoke up and asked a question.

"It should be about time."

Orpheus took one last look in the direction of the Celestial Army.

There was another reason for sending them back to the City of Ether.

Ether crystals are highly efficient energy conductors... Here, the power of Orpheus can flow at high speed with the ease and without obstruction.

Then, they used this opportunity to treat the returning Tianjun.

Resurrection was not difficult for the two goddesses and Orpheus, but the problem of not involving high-ranking beings during the death process remained unresolved, and Azdakarha was undoubtedly one of those high-ranking beings.

Even if one tries to use their own power to assist the Heavenly Army in battle, there is a risk of being countered by Azdakha's Avesta.

All Orpheus could do for these meritorious individuals was to provide them with as much treatment as possible upon their return.

There are also Skywing species specifically responsible for transferring the wounded on the battlefield.

At least, as long as they survive, no matter how badly injured they are, they will no longer be in mortal danger after returning.

Having replenished the fortress with sufficient energy, Orpheus gestured to the surrounding Skywings and entered the tower with Alpha.

"Is that so... I understand. If needed, sending a squad of Skywing races over is fine."

Walking down the corridor, Orpheus responded softly to the message Norns had just sent, while two Skywing beings respectfully opened a large door in front of her.

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Let's go back in time a little.

Izayoi and the others sat in the reception hall where the Skywing Clan had brought them.

The atmosphere was incredibly cold.

No one was infected by the atmosphere of victory; for all the nameless ones, losing their comrades was an unbearable fact.

Even Izayoi couldn't put on that frivolous mask for the time being.

"……Feel sorry."

Fies Reis spoke from the heart.

"I was a little slow at that time, otherwise I would have had a chance to stop it..."

The Queen Knight possesses a trump card capable of neutralizing Azdakar's strongest attack, and may even be able to counter Avesta as well.

Although its use would make the situation extremely difficult to control, in retrospect, it is not impossible to reverse Kasukabe's sacrifice.

"...No, I'm already very grateful that you saved me."

Feiniao spoke, suppressing a sob.

In the previous war, the last Azdaha was in a berserk state, unleashing a wide-range attack. After the Titans were almost destroyed, Asuka, who had basically lost her means of defense, was unable to withstand it. Fortunately, Fies Reis suddenly arrived and saved her.

Asuka didn't think that Kasukabe's situation should be attributed to this knight, and on the other hand... Asuka really didn't think this person was capable of replacing Kasukabe's position.

“Indeed, even if it is a pair of Extreme Star Swords from the East and West, it will only make you more disadvantaged. In terms of physical strength alone, there is no one who can contend with Az Dakaha.”

Just then, the door to the reception room was suddenly opened, and Orpheus's cool voice came from inside.

At the same time, a dozen or so Skywing beings, each holding a ceremonial spear, quickly ran into the hall, lined up in two rows, and unfurled the Sky Army flags hanging on their spears.

"It was originally supposed to be in a more formal setting, but... I don't like those kinds of settings, and the current atmosphere isn't suitable either. If you want, we can do it later."

Orpheus walked in slowly, and behind her, a Skywing presented a neatly folded piece of cloth.

The dragon goddess placed the repaired Catalogue of Life on the cloth, then took it and personally handed it to Izayoi.

"This is what you deserve."

Izayoi's eyes, which seemed slightly less vibrant than usual, swept over the object in Orpheus's hand.

Then, without any hesitation, I took them.

This was something Kasukabe fought for with her life; there was no reason for her not to accept it.

"Do you still wish to continue fighting?"

Orpheus lowered his outstretched arm and asked a question.

"Of course."

She received an answer without any hesitation.

Everyone on the nameless side looked up in surprise at Izayoi, who had spoken.

"Or rather, do we even have the right to stop now?"

The battle against Azdakar was a battle that would continue human history, and Kasukabe gave her life for it.

If Mumei stops because of this, it would be tantamount to denying Kasukabe's will.

Therefore, Izayoi would not hesitate at all.

In his hands, the folded fabric unfolded high even in the absence of wind.

—Printed on the fabric is the path taken by the poet girl who, like many others, has continued the course of human history.

Orpheus closed his eyes and smiled softly.

"Your companions will be quite happy to hear this."

"Oh? Are you close to her?"

Izayoi's expression was a mix of a bitter smile and a defiant pout.

This guy in front of me doesn't know anything about Kasukabe.

Orpheus simply shook his head.

"I'm not familiar with it, but perceiving emotions isn't a difficult thing."

Behind her, the door that had been closed after she entered opened again.

At the doorway, the slender girl stood there, somewhat at a loss.

For a moment, everyone in the nameless group froze on the spot.

The dragon goddess smiled again, turned around and stepped out of the door, and the winged creatures on both sides quickly retreated.

Walking up to Kasukabe, Orpheus, unusually in a good mood, patted Kasukabe on the shoulder.

"You exerted your spiritual power and corresponding strength as my servant in the end, and went to the last moment as my servant. This is a miracle that can only be achieved by cheating, so... it should be okay for me to cheat a little bit as well."

Kasukabe used the power of the Dragon Spirit at the last moment, and through the connection between the Dragon Spirit and Orpheus, she brought out 'Infinity'... In fact, the latter is the principle of the Heavenly Winged God Strike, and the direct factor that caused Kasukabe to self-destruct.

Otherwise, if it were just the Dragon Essence's Roar without the Divine Strike, it would at most cause the Life Catalog to be destroyed instead of the Dragon Essence's core.

However, this was also a factor in the successful counterattack that dealt a heavy blow to Azdakha, a brilliant move that exceeded Orpheus's expectations.