Philip's aura grew as the person, named Lemegeton, glared through the camera and towards Philip. He had to stand and glare back at the screen and his power is rising
As Philip stared at Lemegeton, he began to see 72 silhouettes emerging behind him. He took a deep breath and exhaled, trying to calm himself down
"What are you seeing, Philip?!"
The Old Man noticed Philip's concern and he became alarmed
"..."
Philip didn't reply, he thought that it's best if he didn't say anything, especially since a lot of people is present. He thinks that only the Old Man, Sai, Ken, and maybe Alucard should only know Lemegeton's identity
"Well... It's no matter, as long as you're the only one who knows my identity..."
Philip's thoughts of revealing his identity to the others was immediately denied
"If anyone would learn of my identity, it is only right for me to demonstrate the meaning of my name, right?"
Lemegeton was speaking to the world, but he was talking directly at Philip. Everyone in the world was confused and afraid of him and his mysterious
"Alright then... I guess that's that"
Lemegeton's aura subsided and the peaceful view returned. Everyone also felt relief and they already wants to know the Second Pillar's branches
"There is a reason why the Second Pillar is named as the Secret Organizations. I won't reveal anything but I'll give a few hints and clues..."
Everyone peeled their ears because they are very interested in this Secret Organizations
"Some of the Secret Organizations has already been known by the world, but it is not what you all think they are. Also, they are not called branches, they are my Fingers. We have a total of Seven Fingers with three empty slots, which totals to ten"
Everyone was intrigued by Lemegeton's words. They all began to suspect what the Seven Fingers are and several people guessed right, but they have no method to confirmed their suspicions
> What's the possibility of one of them being the Anonymous?
> Hmmm, well... They're certainly secretive and we know that they are a hacking organization or group that have goals in mind, but...
> I think they are... But how can we confirm it??
> Illuminati?
> Yeah!!!
> What do you mean Illuminati?! They have been confirmed to be a hoax! They're not real at all!
> That's what they want you to think!
> If the idea is out there... Don't you think that's enough for them to be in the Secret Organizations?!
> How about Area 51??
> No, that's not a secret... Everyone almost know them
> Hey, this is a wild idea but... Area 52??
> Hmmm... Possible, but highly unlikely
> C'mon guys, let's think more outside if the box! Templars!
> That's also possible...
"Just know that the job of the Secret Organizations is to keep peace, security, and privacy, as well as supernatural and extraterrestrial affairs that the other pillars won't be able to handle"
Everyone on Earth nodded at Lemegeton's explanation of what the Secret Organizations do as a pillar
"That's pretty much it! The Third Pillar should be ready in a few minutes..."
The camera feed then turned off and everyone waited for the Third Pillar
~~~
"Welp... You heard him, I can't reveal his identity, even to you or Sai"
Philip said towards the Old Man
"Hm... Alright, it's not like anything will change if we learn his identity"
"Oh everything will do change. He's like another threat or catastrophe to the world"
"..."
Everyone became silent. They didn't expect for Philip to say that. If the leader of the Second Pillar has been around for throughout history and Philip considered him as a threat, then he might be good person or he has no reason to destroy the world after all those time
"What did I say, Philip?!"
Lemegeton's voice echoed through the speaker, which alarmed and surprised everyone
"Yeah yeah, I know... It's just that your identity is surreal to me"
"..."
A magnitude 8 earthquake then occured around the mansion and the epicenter is located at the mansion
"Alright, I'll stop messing around"
The earthquake and shaking stopped. Lemegeton's presence then faded away. The Old Man, Sai, Tenshi, Ken, and the Pureblood frowned
"He bypassed all of our barriers"
Ken spoke
"The domain that I erected should have protected us and made our location secret was also ignored"
Tenshi mentioned
"I know... The Pureblood also erected the same barriers with the Blood Runes. Yet, he easily bypassed it. Can you guys now imagine his power?"
Philip explained and warned everyone in a form of a question
"Yes, we understand... I hope we would be able to learn his identity in the future"
Sai spoke
"That's highly unlikely.... Unless I become more powerful to match him"
"He's really that powerful?"
"Yes"
"..."
Silence then filled the library until Satou spoke for the first time
"By the way, going back go what we were talking about earlier... Is it possible for me to join you in your tests on Chris' body?"
Satou asked Philip
"Hm... I haven't get to know you yet though... What's your expertise and how would you be able to help me?"
Philip already know the answer to his own question, but he wanted to hear it from Satou
"I study, research, and experiment everything about mana! The day I read your research work... I was massively inspired and I wanted to do more! The only way I can do more is to know your secrets!"
"Hm... That's a tall order to ask..."
"Please, I'll do anything!"
The other's frowned from Satou's desperation. He looks like he's someone who's obsessed about something and he'll do anything to achieve it. They couldn't be blamed since his expression looked like he's crazy
"Hm, alright! I have plans for you"
"Yes!"
Satou pumped his fist, ignoring everyone's gaze. On the other hand, Sheena has a troubled look
"..."
Philip felt her emotions and he called out to her
"Sheena..."
"!!!"
Sheena was surprised and she jolted
"Yes?"
"No need to be formal... I'll talk to you later, alone"
"Alright"
Sheena's eyebrows were furrowed and she was concerned. He's afraid of what Philip might do to her because she was nosy, but she wants to trust Philip
"Alright, now that that's out of the way... Before the broadcast resumes... What's next in store??"
Philip asked particularly Sai if there's anything to talk about
"Well, there's Ken here... The Sword God"
"Ken..."
Philip called out to him
"Yes..."
"Oh yeah, what are you doing here by the way? Aren't you supposed to kill me or punish me or something?"
"That's from the past... I just saw you from the far past when I placed a curse to Sword Saint Jude. At first, I thought you're a threat to me and endangered my title as the Sword God"
"That's your reason?!"
"Yes, the title of a God and reaching that level of mastery is very important to a being. As a response, I had to defend my title because capable beings can steal titles by fighting and defeating them"
"What made you change your mind and why are you here?"
"I learned that you're already above me... You're not a Sword Law, you're something higher. You're already at the level of Sword Concept, the peak of Sword Mastery... I must admit, I have never met nor heard an entity possessing the mastery of a Concept"
Every single person in the room, except for Justine and Tenshi was shocked, especially the Old Man, Jude, Sai, and the residents of Saykrandae
"If you've never seen or heard any being possessing the mastery of a Concept, how did you know of it?"
"There was this story... It was a child's story the last I heard of it"
Sai spoke
"There was a being who can control a certain element with just his mind. He made toys using his power to make children happy. He could freely create toys, his power was neither magic, nor creation, nor manipulation, it just happened. When he thought of it, it just happens"
"I also heard the same story, but it's a different version"
Ken continued
"There was being who ruled the universe, no other being could touch him, not even the Divine Realm. He moved heavenly bodies with a flick of his finger and molded galaxies together. The gods said he was so powerful that their powers were being disabled before them knowing it. After a few million years, that being disappeared without a trace and the universe remained calm"
"..."
Philip was confused at Ken's story. Sai's story can be understood because there was a being who can manifest a concept just by thinking, much like his Sword Concept, but Ken's story was different. It sounded like there was a tyrant or higher being that's just messing around the universe because he's bored
Philip couldn't think of any concepts that the being would possess
"By then, he was named as the unknown Concept, an existence who can do anything he wants according to certain concepts"
"Ah..."
'That makes sense'
Philip understood Ken's story completely
"And that qualifies you, who can do anything you want with the concept of the sword!"
Everyone else was intrigues by Ken's story. If they followed right, then any being can possess a mastery of Concept with any concepts in existence, like fire, water, spear, bow, and many more
Sai and Celine became excited. They were motivated to train their masteries to achieve the peak. They've witness Philip's Sword Concept, they also want to know the power of a Spear Concept and a Martial Concept
"So, why are you here?"
Philip asked a blunt question, it's as if he wanted Ken to leave
"I can't just leave after meeting and discovering the Sword Concept, I won't miss the opportunity! Also, I would like to teach and train you regarding the sword. I heard the Sword Concept is too much for you that every sword you use with the Sword Concept, it breaks and shatter in one swing. Learning from the one and only Sword God should at least let you master 10% of the Sword Concept"
"..."
Philip wanted to commend Ken because he's considerate enough to put his pride aside and teach him. Plus, he thinks that learning from a Sword God and gaining experience doesn't sound bad at all
"Alright, if that's fine with you... Then, I'll take the opportunity"
"Of course! It's an honor to help the Sword Concept!"
"Yeah yeah..."
Ken's eyes lit up when Philip agreed to be trained by him. Philip's eyes then widened after realizing something. His Extreme Self-awareness and Clairvoyance abilities were ringing
"By the way... You said you placed a cursed on Jude right? The Reverse Sword condition"
"Yes?"
"How did you do it? You're a Sword God, you can't place a curse unless you're a Sword Law... Did you use an item or some kind perhaps!"
"!!!"
Ken's eyes widened. He was shocked that Philip was able to deduce that
"How did you know?"
"Hm, so it's true? Let's just say, I spotted a peculiar object, brimming with power"
Ken's expression was all over the place. He showed confusion, relief, curiosity, and interest at the same time
"It's true... Long ago, before I visited Earth, I had battle against the Goddess of Curse, Katara Sumpa"
「 !!! 」
「 Condition requirements has been met! 」
「 You have learned the existence of the Goddess of Curse, Katara Sumpa 」
"I managed to cut one of her fingers and obtained it. I used it to imbue my Sword Energy and apply curses to sword users who have disrespected me"
「 You also currently have a Cursed Finger in your possession 」
「 Contact with Katara Sumpa is now available 」
「 Completion of several condition requirements has been unlocked! Progress is now possible! 」
"But I also lost it when I was battling Zeus here on Earth"
"I see..."
"Why do you ask anyway?"
"Because I may or may not have the Cursed Finger"
Justine, the squadron, Rue, and Satou's eyes widened as they looked at Philip
"The Cursed Finger from that mock battle that was used to lessen Tenshi's power months ago?!"
Rue asked
"I think so? It should be the same thing because the cursed energy is too strong with just being it as a finger. Plus, I also felt divine energy dwelling around it"
"Really?! Can I have it back?"
Ken daringly asked
"No, I have plans for it"
"Hm... Okay, fine"
"You gave up too fast at that"
"What can I do? Steal it from you? A Sword Concept and a Fate Controller? Not to mention, there is a World Goddess and this Old Man right here"
"I guess you're right..."
Philip then took a peek towards Jude, trying to see his expression. Jude seemed to be staring at Ken with no emotions. He looked like he wanted to ask something very important to him, but now is not the right time
Philip couldn't blame him though. He saw Jude's past and his origin. Ken just watched as Jude's past master was struck by lightning and turned to ashes. He also caused Jude's curse, which tormented him for millions of years. Though, Jude doesn't seem to be acting different as of now
'Perhaps it's his discipline as a Sword Saint... Or maybe they have settled it this past six months? I need to know'
Philip wanted to at least help Jude and settle his problem with Ken, especially if Ken will be his trainer
"So, what's next on the agenda?"
"A--"
Before Sai could answer, the broadcast resumed and showed an ordinary looking boy with spiky hair and a uniform. He looked like he's in university or something
"Why do I have to do this? The Pope makes more sense, but why me?!"
The boy threw a tantrum, not knowing that the broadcast has resumed
"Wait what?! The broadcast has resumed?! Why didn't you tell me sooner?! Ehem ehem"
The boy cleared his throat and dusted off his clothes
"Hello everyone! I know this is kinda bland but... I was picked to become the representative of the Third Pillar for now, I think..."
Everyone in the world wete also confused. They questioned as to why an ordinary boy who looked like he was just attending university would be a representative for the Third Pillar. Well, they can't judge him by his looks because the representative of the First Pillar is a goddess, even though she's small and her appearance looked odd
"So... Yes, the Third Pillar is called the Religious State"