Chapter 821 - Heroic Spirits
“Interesting…”
Rhode squinted his eyes. He had to admit that the Light Parliament’s concerns were somewhat reasonable. If it were him, he would have used this excuse to dominate that territory because no matter what, he was better off controlling his fate than leaving it in the hands of idiots. Moreover, the idiots were always thinking about ‘backstabbing’ all day. However, it didn’t seem like a great idea to occupy the Winter Castle too because the battlefront in the Munn Kingdom would be extended. This was only a skirmish. The Country of Darkness was honing their strength for the final push. When that happened, would the Munn Kingdom be able to resist their true enemies?
Of course, Rhode wasn’t as anxious as before. With the ability to mass produce the Holy Maiden Statues, there shouldn’t be too many problems. On the contrary, he was more worried about those idiots in the battlefront… He shifted his gaze to the southern region of the Munn Kingdom on the Dragon Soul Continent map on the wall—the area that was shrouded in Chaos and fog. Then, he shook his head.
Gaya had already headed into Golden City. Judging from her loyalty to Lydia, she would definitely hand the Projection Crystal over as soon as they met and Lydia would surely appreciate its value. If Lydia wished to make up for the negligence in the defensive line, she should have chosen to make the Battle Angels defend the Winter Castle completely before handing the crystal to the Country of Law. Of course, Rhode thought that it would be better if Lydia and the Light Parliament signed some sort of written agreement for the garrison authority because even if the Light Parliament wanted to back out of the promise, it would be too late for them. But who could have predicted it?
After all, Lydia wasn’t a human, but an angel. What if she saw this matter as more essential than ‘lawfully’ expanding her territory and strengthening her defense? Perhaps she might still deliver the Projection Crystal to the Country of Law immediately. If that happened, the Country of Law would officially summon the Country of Darkness through the church and the battles would cease. The discussions between Lydia and Lilian about the Munn Kingdom sending reinforcements to the Winter Castle would also be unnecessary.
But… Rhode instinctively knew that Lydia wouldn’t let Lilian’s effort go to waste.
However, no matter what decision Lydia made, the Munn Kingdom would regain its peace and harmony in the near future. Albeit, it would be the final calm before the storm.
And this was Rhode’s only chance.
Rhode walked up to the enormous map, extended his right hand and pressed on the area enveloped by Chaos. That place was once his most precious and important residence. Right in that place was where he established the absolute dominance of Starlight. Even though the Land of Atonement was also great, this wasn’t a long-lasting territory due to its fragility, after all. As long as he could acquire the other territory, he could turn it into his main territory and coordinate with Grenbell to create a territory with mighty defense. When that happened, not only could he assist the Munn Kingdom in the battlefront, but he could also… wait to backstab the enemies in the rear.
[Summoning: Astral Temple (Residence for the heroic spirits wandering in this world)]
[Confirm to build?]
Yes.
Rhode nodded slightly. Almost immediately, the three spirit prisms vanished into thin air. Then, a quick lightning flashed in the pitch-black night sky.
“This is…”
Rhode and Celestina went to the balcony and gazed astonishingly at the sky. The full moon and stars were all concealed by thick, dense clouds. Not only that, but the clouds also revolved with non-stop lightning flashes in the background. Shortly after, countless lightning bolts erupted.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
The lightning bolts struck the high cliffs beside the fortress. The mountains shook and even the ground beneath their feet trembled. However, the lightning bolts didn’t disappear. Instead, they flickered, connected, and formed an enormous building outline that resembled a palace. Then, the dazzling lightning bolts gradually merged and emanated a blinding white radiance.
“…!”
Rhode turned around subconsciously. After a few moments, the radiance dimmed and he turned back around. Everything had ended.
A towering temple made of flashy blue crystals sat on the peak of the mountain beside the fortress. However, what astonished him was that it looked so close yet so far. He lifted his head and clearly saw the flight of steps leading to the entrance. But, as he looked closely, he realized that it was as though too high to reach like climbing into the clouds.
The entire temple was supported by columns of exquisite sculptures, including sword-wielding swordsmen, cavalrymen, warriors, mages, archers, barbarians, and assassins. Yes… This scene did look somewhat familiar.
“This is amusing…”
Celestina twitched her brows. As Rhode’s summoning spirit, she naturally knew the purpose of this Astral Temple. Rhode turned around and looked at the demon young lady with a smiling glint.
“By the way… Celestina, in the Astral Temple, a ritual will be held every few years. Legend has it that it will gather all seven heroic spirits and grant one of your wishes.”
“What a boring and foolish legend.”
Celestina let out a snort without any interest.
“Alright then, Master. Which army of heroic spirits do you intend to summon?