"Rescue, kill, expose?" William pondered aloud.
In a brief moment, he had assessed the pros and cons of the task ahead. Rescuing the "natural gods" would undoubtedly win their favor, and possibly the favor of other gods as well. The downside would be making mortal enemies out of the Royal Beast City, but William cared little about such consequences.
Killing the natural god would secure the god's body, which would be a valuable resource for magicians. However, he was unsure if Moses would be disturbed by this act, given that she had once been a natural god herself.
As for the option of exposing the truth, it was the simplest and easiest way to disrupt and potentially cripple the Royal Beast City. If the forces at the level of the Beast City were to capture a living "natural god," it would draw the interest of many Legendary leaders and even Sages. The pressure on the Royal Beast City would be unimaginable, and it would face immense challenges.
However, even if William were to launch an attack on the city once the chaos ensued, he would not gain access to the "natural god."
"Carnier is quite intriguing. He intends to conduct a dark ritual of soul reincarnation. No wonder he requires so many materials," William mused, understanding why the Royal Beast City faced financial difficulties.
Carnier aimed to completely destroy his own soul without harming the body of the "natural god" and then integrate his soul perfectly into the god's body. In essence, he was preparing for a reincarnation ceremony, an operation of great complexity. Such a task would require a skilled soul mage, typically at the level of a Grand Enchanter, and one with knowledge of the process of reincarnation.
"But Carnier's Beast Master profession appears to be a branch of the soul department," William noted, raising an eyebrow. The Beast Master's secondary profession belonged to the soul department, implying that Carnier might possess some knowledge of soul manipulation.
It occurred to William that if Carnier did not wish to reveal the existence of the "natural gods," he might be compelled to undertake this costly endeavor. In this scenario, he would have no other choice.
There was one more piece of information William recalled from his previous life: Carnier was not dead. During the period when the Royal Beast City faced financial ruin, it was an indication that Carnier's reincarnation had failed. However, he had managed to survive, while the body of the "natural god" appeared to have been abandoned.
After considering these factors, William began to formulate a plan.
…
Seven days later, Dawn City had welcomed tens of thousands of legal Professionals, predominantly magicians and wizards. All eyes were on them as they awaited a significant event.
Amid their anticipation, Moses descended from the sky.
Though she remained invisible, her presence as a Grand Enchanter sent ripples throughout the crowd. Every legal Professional felt the immense power and experienced a sense of submission in her presence. Two mages even exchanged glances before prostrating themselves on the ground.
This was the most powerful Grand Enchanter they had ever encountered, making them feel as if they were witnessing a god. Her mastery of magic and control of the rules were awe-inspiring, akin to the magic Lords they revered.
Indeed, Moses was a force to be reckoned with, surpassing other Professionals of her level.
Meanwhile, a magic tower began to take shape before their eyes. With Moses at the helm, countless materials, gemstones, crystals, and more were utilized in its construction.
10 meters.
20 meters.
30 meters.
In just half an hour, a pure white magic tower, standing at a staggering 300 meters in height with a base diameter exceeding 200 meters, was erected. The tower was perfectly round, devoid of excessive embellishments, but its apex resembled a sharp sword piercing the sky. The quality of its construction materials gave it an indestructible aura.
Yet the most astonishing moment was when Moses placed a pure white gem atop the magic tower. Instantly, a visible wave of magic expanded outward, reaching millions of meters and creating an indescribable atmosphere that sent shivers down everyone's spines.
The magic tower then ascended and gently lowered itself, crushing the former divination shop beneath it. Moses took her place on the star platform at the tower's peak and entered it, leaving her back to the assembled crowd.
"Miraculous!"
"What an incredibly powerful mage!"
"What is that white gem?"
"It's a Chaos Gem, capable of storing all forms of magic," someone exclaimed, barely believing that such a treasure still existed. Could it be that the Dharma Sages would attempt to seize it?
"Look at that! Earth magic, space magic, water magic, and gold magic, all at the level of a Grand Enchanter," a Fire Mage murmured, kneeling on the ground, his body trembling.
Moses's official appearance had confirmed her strength, yet she remained indifferent to the awe-struck crowd below.
However, William understood that these individuals were not here to witness a miracle but to seek an opportunity. He couldn't allow them to leave without extending an invitation.
He stood and whispered to the still-awestruck legal Professionals, "You have come here to witness the truth, and the power of this magic tower is evident. If you wish to continue bearing witness to the truth and even learn magic from this Grand Enchanter…"
"I'm in!"
"I wanted to join Dawn City before, but we lacked a Grand Enchanter."
"May we know the name of this Grand Enchanter?" someone inquired.
"Moses," William responded calmly.
…
The name "Moses" quickly spread throughout the Legendary Continent.
She was a new Grand Enchanter, and the construction of the magic tower, utilizing multiple magic departments at the Grand Enchanter level, showcased her incredible abilities. At the tower's peak, a core Chaos Gem enhanced the magic of not only Moses but also all the magicians within.
This Chaos Gem was exceptionally rare and precious. Many Dharma Sages on the Legendary Continent did not possess such a treasure. Moses's willingness to place it atop the magic tower was a testament to her confidence and power.
However, Moses was also an enigma. She was proficient in multiple magic systems, and the mere presence of a Grand Enchanter of her caliber could deter most other Grand Enchanters from challenging her. Furthermore, her affiliation with Dawn City, backed by the Prince of the Black Leaf Elves, made her a formidable force.
The gods' reincarnations, those who knew her real name, began to consider their next steps. Some chose to continue their spiritual journeys in pursuit of holiness. Others, however, set out for Dawn City, knowing that Moses awaited them there.
Moses had sent a clear message: "Your goddess is here; come and face me."
A goddess among mortals.
The means of communication with these gods were direct, but William sensed that Moses was not in the mood to entertain them. She had grown weary of their veneration and had little interest in the faith they offered.
What William couldn't comprehend was the purpose of these reincarnated gods. Their goals differed from those of the non-reincarnated gods.
Deities like the God of Light, the Goddess of Luck, the Goddess of Doom, the God of Darkness, and others sought to maintain their divine rule once the gods arrived. They wished to continue influencing the realm of mortals.
However, the reincarnated gods
had distinct objectives. They aimed to follow the path of spirituality, the holy way, which was the central theme of their spiritual civil war.
These gods did not seek to create new Sages, but rather to help guide the first Sages of Elves, humans, feathers, dwarves, and orcs. Their mission was to provide a path for these individuals who were often lost and ignorant of their divine heritage.
In their quest, they seemed to have forgotten the name of their continent: the Gods Continent.