Book 2: Chapter 13: Oh light of purification (3)

Book 2: Chapter 13: Oh light of purification (3)

The concept of white magic here is different from what I know.

Eruhaben crossed his legs as he spoke in a low voice.

After the issue with the Wall of Purification, they followed the Pope into a study or office.

Cales group members were either sitting on couches and chairs around the room or standing and looking at the map on the table at the center of the room. Their gazes turned toward Eruhaben.

Usually, white magic is a term given to magic using regular mana and not dead mana in order to differentiate it from black magic. The term is not used very often.

The ancient Dragon then looked at the Pope who gulped.

Why did I not notice it?

The Pope had not felt the ancient Dragon's presence earlier. However, the ancient Dragon gave off such a large presence once they came into the room and he took off his hood.

It is highly likely that he is a Dragon.

There might be another Dragon in addition to that small and cute black Dragon. This one seemed like a proper adult Dragon as well. The moment the Pope had this hypothesis that was more of a certainty

She couldnt help but speak formally to the individual who was speaking informally to her.

Yes, sir, that is true. The basic magic that is used is also called white magic.

Cale, who was seated next to Eruhaben, was thinking about how the youngest young lady Orsena had shouted, white magic.

Which white magic was she talking about?

Was the seven-year-old talking about white magic using regular mana or was she talking about black magic that gave off a holy light?

The Pope continued to speak.

Even now, that white magic, mm, I will just call white magic using regular mana just magic in order to differentiate.

Cale looked at the map.

The three continents of the Xiaolen World Most of it was dyed black. The ocean was dyed black as well.

To be more specific, 81.29 percent of it was black as the world informed Cale earlier.

There was less than 20 percent that was maintaining its original color.

Magic is still surviving through the named mage families. It is a symbol of a family's history and long-standing legitimacy.

The Pope smiled awkwardly and continued to speak.

Of course, magic is still used quite often, as 20 percent of the lands maintain their functions.

How did the world end up like this?

The Pope stopped talking for a moment at Eruhaben's question. She then let out a short sigh.

The land started to become dyed black about 300 years ago.

Mm.Updated from novelbIn.(c)om

Choi Han groaned.

300 years.

That meant that the world was slowly taken over by dead mana starting quite a long time ago.

The cause?

The ancient Dragon calmly asked while observing Cale who seemed to be deep in thought. He also looked at the Beast named Sui Khan, who seemed to be just as deep in thought.

However, the ancient Dragon couldn't help but look at the Pope after hearing her response.

"The start was the extinction of the Dragons.

Boom!

The Pope turned her head after hearing a loud noise. The black Dragon, who was with the two Kittens, had slammed the ground with both front paws.

Crack.

The temple floor crumbled.

Extinction?!

Raon looked at Cale in shock and Cale shook his head.

Please explain in detail, Pope-nim.

Of course, esteemed purifier.

The Pope continued to speak in a more devoted voice.

All of the Dragons on the three continents and the oceans died. The humans did not know about this at first. It was rare for humans to ever see Dragons.

She was right.

Cale was a peculiar case but most humans would usually have no Dragon sightings throughout their lives.

"But one day, there was a sudden incident where a mountain at the center of a continent suddenly sank down.

A mountain crumbled?

No, sir. It didn't crumble, it sank down. It sank underground.

Mm.

Eruhaben suddenly groaned and uncrossed his legs.

The Pope continued in a shaky voice as Cales eyes clouded over while looking at Eruhabens movements.

The Elves came to find the humans at that time and informed the humans about the extinction of the Dragons.

This was written in the records of the church.

It described the incident.

The Elves had looked desperate while some of them were even crying when they came to find the humans.

The World Tree has died.

Eruhaben let out a deep sigh.

The Pope looked into the purifiers firm gaze as she spoke.

"That is what the Elves said and the world started to become dyed black after that.

"Excuse me.

Cale raised his hand to stop her for a moment.

Isnt the World Tree an immortal?

It looks difficult to approach.

Someone who had been quiet this whole time looked at Cale and spoke.

It was Sui Khan.

If youre okay with it, I can search it on my own.

Shawn, who didn't really know about Sui Khan, looked at him as if he found this to be odd, but he held back his questions after seeing Choi Han nod his head as if he thought it would be fine.

Cale looked at Sui Khans tired smile as if he wasnt okay with it before asking the Pope a question.

The Black Bloods. Have you ever been to the House of Huayans?

Cale was thinking about finding the most efficient and easiest route after using as much information as foundation.

Yes, sir. I have.

Then you should be able to guide us?

Choi Han spoke with a bright expression on his face, but the Pope's expression did not look so good.

It is possible I am always able to go with you if the esteemed purifier wishes for it, however

However?

Eruhaben looked at her in confusion.

The Pope smiled while receiving the gazes of Cales group. The way she smiled with a tired look on her face made her seem extremely weary.

There is something you must know.

She spoke with that weary look on her face.

"We are a cult.

"Excuse me?

Choi Han subconsciously asked.

The Pope smiled even brighter. However, it was still a smile on a tired face so it looked quite sorrowful.

Our Church was originally a proper church accepted throughout the continent, but we have been denigrated as a cult since about 100 years ago. Now they can kill us without even a trial if they find out we are a priest of the church! Hahahaha! Hahahaha-

The Pope's bright laugh filled the office.

Haaaa.

Cale sighed internally.

This was their helper organization, but they were a cult on this continent.

Furthermore, what kind of position must they have for people to be able to kill them immediately if they were found as a priest of the church?

Of course, Cale already figured out the answer to his question.

Either the Black Bloods or the people in power right now must have found out about their power of purification.

Although this world was on its way to ruin, there were bound to be people who accepted this world and wanted to hold power.

It was highly likely that this Church of the Fire of Purification and its purification powers would be a thorn in their eyes.

Then will it be difficult for you to go with us?

The Pope shook her head at Shawns question.

No. It would be possible as long as we hid our identities. Well, normally it would be.

Hmm? Normally?

Cale looked at the Pope because he thought her choice of words was odd. The Pope picked up a calendar next to her.

"The security around the Empire is quite severe right now.

"Why is that?

The Pope pushed the calendar toward Cale at his question.

They are currently recruiting candidates for the position of the next heir of the Iska Empire. There will be a competition between the candidates as soon as the recruitment finishes. That is why the security around the Empire is more thorough than ever.

Hmm?

Cale had a questioning gaze on his face. Eruhaben started to speak at the same time.

The position of Imperial Crown Prince is not selected from the Imperial family? Why are they recruiting?

In the end, the heir is usually someone from the Imperial family. However, they started this recruitment about 300 years ago when the necessary requirement became that the heir had to be a necromancer.

"Why?

The Pope's gaze slowly moved to one side.

Cales gaze moved as well.

He could see the person in a black robe who was sitting up straight and looking down at the table.

It was Mary.

Perhaps?

Cale looked at Sui Khan. He recalled what the team leader had said.

For reference, the Emperor of the strongest Empire in that world must have a certain ability. They will only earn the qualification to challenge for the position of imperial crown prince by having that ability.

Yes, only those with the power of a necromancer will earn the title of heir in that place. It doesnt matter whether they are from the main family or a collateral line.

Sui Khan was also frowning while looking at Cale. It seemed as if he didnt know about this part.

The two of them had a pretty good idea about what the Pope would say after looking at her gaze.

"The Emperor must have the strongest necromancer abilities. Basically, anybody with the necromancer ability is qualified to be the Emperor.

Mary slowly raised her head. Her purple eyes looked into Cales eyes.

The quiet Raon hit the ground one more time with his chubby front paw as if he realized something and shouted.

Is good little Mary going to be the Empress?! Mary is the best of the necromancers! She is the strongest!

Of course, Mary was the only necromancer that Raon knew.

Translator's Comments

Good Mary is definitely stronk.

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