“Was leaving your comrades okay?” (Janet)
Janet-san looks at me worried.
“It didn’t look like we could have a calm talk with how things were going.” (Makoto)
When I told Lucy, Sa-san, and Furiae-san I would go meet the Destiny Oracle, they all were against it.
“Makoto! Meeting a person like that, what are you thinking?!” (Lucy)
“Takatsuki-kun, I will go too. If that Hero Alex of before attacks, I will beat him up!” (Aya)
“My Knight, it has been exposed that you are an Evil God Apostle, you know?! Stay put!” (Furiae)
They all had incredibly threatening attitudes.
“It is okay.” (Makoto)
I convinced my agitated comrades, and Janet-san and I were now walking around Symphonia.
We are heading to the residence where the Destiny Oracle supposedly is at.
It is apparently the headquarters of the big nobles of Camelon.
“By the way…I wasn’t there, but I heard that the Oracle Esther was holding quite the animosity towards you guys. Is it really going to be okay?” (Janet)
Even Janet-san asked me in an insecure tone.
“The one with the high animosity towards the Evil God Apostle was the Pope-sama.” (Makoto)
The old man that glared at me with killing intent.
It would be best not to approach him.
But it didn’t feel like Oracle Esther was that interested in me.
I would say her aim was Furiae-san.
Well, there’s the chance that I am mistaken and she will suddenly throw that Hero at me though…
I would have wanted to have someone with a strong standing to accompany as insurance.
I was thinking about Sakurai-kun or General Tariska, but the young lady of the Valentine household isn’t bad either.
“We are here. This is the residence of the number one noble family of Camelon, the Berkley household.” (Janet)
“Big…” (Makoto)
This residence was giving out a conspicuous presence even within the noble district of Symphonia.
An overly big garden.
A giant fountain and sculpture.
There’s a whole lot of gardeners busily tending things.
The maintenance cost feels like it would be incredible…
“I have gotten an appointment. Let’s go.” (Janet)
“Okay, thanks a lot.” (Makoto)
I thank Janet-san and cross the gate of the residence.
When Janet-san told her name to the gatekeeper, we were easily allowed in.
As expected of the young lady of the Valentine household.
We were guided by a butler and entered the residence.
◇◇
“Evil God Apostle, Makoto, to think that you would brazenly come here. Are the screws in your head okay?”
Harsh words suddenly flew my way.
In the guest room we were let in, the Destiny Oracle Esther was waiting there to my surprise.
Her usual ice cold gaze.
“I thank you for giving us your time despite the sudden visit.” (Janet)
“I don’t mind, Janet-san. But you really should learn to choose your man, you know?” (Esther)
“I am doing this because I want to.” (Janet)
“Is that so… You have bad taste.” (Esther)
You two, can you please stop that when I am present?
“……”
“Fufu.” (Esther)
Oracle Esther must have noticed my stare, she grinned at me.
This woman…she really does have a bad personality.
“There’s no time to waste in pointless chatter. State your business.” (Esther)
The voice of Esther was endlessly light.
No, you are the one who began the pointless chatter, you know?
Well, fine.
Let’s fulfill our objective.
“‘The Moon Oracle Furiae-san will bring disaster to this world’, that’s what the Destiny Goddess Ira-sama said, right?” (Makoto)
I speak out what Esther said before in the meeting room.
“Yes, that’s right. That’s why you should confine the Moon Oracle at once.” (Esther)
“That I can’t do.” (Makoto)
I say that and prepare my next words.
The one in front of me is the Destiny Goddess’s Oracle.
The one who can hear the voice of the Goddess Ira-sama who is said to be able to see all the futures of this world.
The meaning of her words are heavy.
“I want you to tell me in detail what that disaster is.” (Makoto)
This is the objective of my visit.
Confining Furiae-san is definitely not allowed.
But if it is a future that we already know will happen, it should be stoppable.
“…”
Oracle Esther doesn’t answer.
“Esther-sama? I ask this of you, too. Please tell us.” (Janet)
Janet-san and I waited patiently.
“…The 7 Goddesses that govern the elements of this world. Do you know that there’s an exception within them?” (Esther)
““?””
She suddenly began talking about something unrelated.
“It is related. Just answer already.” (Esther)
“Are you talking about the Moon Goddess Naia-sama?” (Janet)
Janet-san answered the question of Esther.
“That’s right. The Moon Goddess Naia isn’t from this world, but from an outside world. She is a different divine being from the Holy Gods who use the moon as their territory.” (Esther)
“…I didn’t know.” (Makoto)
In the temple they didn’t teach me properly about moon magic and the Moon Goddess.
Their stance was that it was better to know nothing about it.
“The clairvoyance of the Destiny Goddess Ira-sama is solely connected to the things of this world. She can’t see the future of the Moon Goddess’s Oracle, Furiae.” (Esther)
“Oi, doesn’t that mean…” (Makoto)
What was that about ‘the Moon Oracle will bring disaster’?
That’s a big fat lie!
“Esther-sama, then when you said that the Moon Oracle will bring disaster—” (Janet)
Janet-san asked as if criticizing her, but it was cut off by the next words.
“After the Great Demon Lord resurrects, the Light Hero will die, and the world will once again fall into servitude.” (Esther)
““?!””
Janet-san opened her eyes wide in surprise.
I most likely have the same face.
Eir-sama also said something similar.
That the chances of us losing in the war against demons was higher.
But when the Destiny Oracle says it so clearly…
“I-Is that…an unavoidable future?” (Janet)
Janet-san’s voice is trembling.
Hearing this, Esther smiled lightly.
“The future can be changed.” (Esther)
Oracle Esther stated powerfully.
“That’s what I am here for. The reason why I proposed the Northern Expedition was because it was a set up move for our victory. I won’t let the Great Demon Lord do as it wishes.” (Esther)
“So you were the one who proposed the Northern Expedition.” (Makoto)
I thought for sure it was someone from the Sun Country.
“It is all for the sake of humanity.” (Esther)
The gentle smile of Oracle Ester was filled with affection like that of a Goddess.
She should keep that face the whole time.
Esther soon returned to a cold one.
“However, I still see the future of the Light Hero being pierced in the chest by a sword. I…can’t see who did it.” (Esther)
“Can’t see…” (Makoto)
The dots have been connected.
The being that the Destiny Goddess cannot see.
There’s a high chance it has to do with a person that’s involved with a god from an outside world.
In other words, there’s a high chance it has to do with someone connected to the Moon Goddess, huh…
“But Furiae-san and Sakurai-kun like each other, you know? I really can’t imagine Furiae-san doing something like that.” (Makoto)
My opinion was laughed at by Oracle Esther as if making fun of me.
“That’s exactly why. Love related problems are common, right?” (Esther)
“No, this is not a morning drama…” (Makoto)
“It is similar.” (Esther)
“Is it?” (Makoto)
“Uhm…what are you talking about?” (Janet)
Janet-san retorted to our conversation.
Of course she wouldn’t know what a morning drama is.
Why did Esther get it?
“And so, what will you do? Will you listen to what I say?” (Esther)
“As I said, I refuse.” (Makoto)
“What a stubborn man -for a damn Evil God Apostle.” (Esther)
“…By the way, what are the chances of me being the culprit?” (Makoto)
She has been pushing the logic that Furiae-san is the culprit for a while now, but from an objective point of view, aren’t I also suspicious?
My predecessor is the Crazed Hero that was famous for being the Hero Killer after all.
“The weak Apostle of Noah from this generation can’t hurt the Light Hero. In the first place, you can’t even swing a sword properly, right?” (Esther)
“…You are absolutely correct.” (Makoto)
My stats are so low, I can’t equip a sword.
“Moreover, Typhon deceived Noah 1,000 years ago. If she is going to take the side of the Great Demon Lord again, she would be quite the idiot. Well, Noah being an idiot isn’t anything new though.” (Esther)
“…Aren’t you going too far?” (Makoto)
She is slandering you there, Noah-sama.
(Kiih! What’s with this woman?!) (Noah)
Now now, calm down.
“Then, you are saying I am not the culprit?” (Makoto)
“Yeah. Moreover, Eir-neesa—Eir-sama is watching over Noah in the Deep Sea Temple. If there’s any suspicious moves from her, she will be able to tell immediately.” (Esther)
“But it seems like she hasn’t been to the Deep Sea Temple lately, you know?” (Makoto)
“…Eh? That’s not good. A lookout is required for Noah. I will confirm.” (Esther)
Hm? Did I say something unnecessary?
(At any rate, this Oracle…) (Noah)
Judging from her way of speaking and her words, could it be…
“Anyways, my actions are all in order to have humanity win against the Great Demon Lord. If you understand, leave already.” (Esther)
She made a shoo shoo gesture.
This woman…
“Then, I will be leaving. Thank you for the information.” (Makoto)
I decided to thank her and leave.
“Oh? You are obedient. Then, one last thing. If you stop being the Apostle of Noah and follow the Destiny Goddess Ira-sama, I can be a little more kind to you.” (Esther)
A tone as if poking fun at me.
It is most likely a joke.
“I am fateful to Noah-sama, you see.” (Makoto)
“Oh, that’s a pity.” (Esther)
She said it without a single sign of pity.
Despite everything, I managed to get a lot of information.
I am grateful for that.
We thank Oracle Esther and left the residence.
◇◇
Janet-san and I look back at the conversation of before as we walk.
“Is it true…that the Light Hero will fall?” (Janet)
The voice of Janet-san was sullen.
“I really find it hard to imagine Sakurai-kun losing.” (Makoto)
I don’t want to imagine a scenario where my childhood friend dies.
“Well, let’s put our hopes on the Destiny Oracle. It seems like she is serious in doing something about the Great Demon Lord.” (Makoto)
“About that, in the latter half, it even felt as if you were pretty close to each other -you and Esther-sama.” (Janet)
“Really?” (Makoto)
Janet-san said with a slight glare.
Janet-san and I were walking slowly in the noble district of Symphonia.
“By the way, Takatsuki Makoto, you will at least accompany me to a meal, right?” (Janet)
“Eh?” (Makoto)
I wanted to return to the inn quickly if possible to tell everyone what I learned though…
“There’s no way you will just use me as a free pass and end it with that, right?” (Janet)
Her glare strengthens.
“O-Of course no.” (Makoto)
“Good.” (Janet)
She nodded repeatedly.
You are scary, Janet-san.
She is a different scary from Gera-san.
“Now, let’s go.” (Janet)
“Okay~.” (Makoto)
Janet-san pulled me by the arm, and was brought to an expensive-looking restaurant.
The place I was brought to must be a regular for the Valentine household, when they saw the face of Janet-san, we were given the best table.
“Please wait for a moment”, is what Janet-san said as she went deeper in.
What is it?
“Sorry for the wait.” (Janet)
Janet-san had returned…and had changed into a dress for nobles.
Why does she have a change of clothes…?
Did she prepare it?
I left the menu to Janet-san while being nervous, and waited for the dishes to come.
Janet-san, who was looking over here with a smile on her face, was the very picture of a young lady from a prosperous family.
And that’s exactly how it is.
“Hey, Takatsuki Makoto…” (Janet)
“W-What is it?” (Makoto)
Janet-san had her chin resting on her hand and was directing an impish smile at me.
It is different from her usual straight and serious female knight side, and it made my heart skip a beat.
“I have decided from way before that if I am to marry someone, it has to be someone stronger than Nii-san.” (Janet)
“…The candidates are way too few.” (Makoto)
The brother of Janet-san, Geralt Valentine, is ranked 3rd in the continent.
The 2nd is Hero Olga, and 1st is Sakurai-kun.
If we were to leave out the Heroes, the strong ones would be the Great Sage-sama and the Crimson Witch Rosalie-san…all women.
The women in this world are strong.
“Then there’s no other one than Sakurai-kun.” (Makoto)
When I said this, Janet-san warped her face in displeasure.
“Don’t be stupid. He is the man that stole Noel-neesama from Nii-san, you know? …Moreover, I don’t want to have the same husband as Noel-neesama.” (Janet)
“…My bad.” (Makoto)
I lacked tact.
I have heard that Princess Noel and her were close like sisters, but they have been estranged as of late.
It is a bit sad.
“Normally, I would be at an age where it would be natural for me to have a fiance though…” (Janet)
Janet-san muttered this slightly sullen.
It seems she hasn’t had anyone because of her high standards, but the pressure of her parents is apparently strong.
…It sounds like a story I have heard in my world too.
“Fufu, there’s people who have been ridiculing me behind my back, calling me ‘the expired knight’…” (Janet)
“T-There’s fearsome people out there, huh…” (Makoto)
I am surprised they can even say that to the young lady of the Five Sacred Nobles.
“Well, that’s from the Pegasus Knights of the Second Division though.” (Janet)
Janet-san is the captain of the first division.
Pegasus Knights are required to have a light weight, so it turned into them being all women by nature.
The first and second division are apparently in a rival relationship and don’t get along.
A workplace of solely women…is scary.
While I was silently trembling in fear, Janet-san said ‘By the way…’ in a cheerful tone as if trying to change the mood.
“There’s a man in front of me who defeated my brother, you know.” (Janet)
Janet-san looks over here with a steamy look.
T-This is…
“That was an unofficial match, and…he didn’t have his holy sword, so it doesn’t count, right?” (Makoto)
“It is okay. Even if it wasn’t official, you won against my brother. My brother, who doesn’t have holding back in his dictionary.” (Janet)
“…Shouldn’t it be better to add it?” (Makoto)
I was beaten up real bad at first after all.
Gera-san is way too much of a battle junkie.
“Takatsuki Makoto.” (Janet)
“Yes?” (Makoto)
Janet-san called my name with a straight expression.
“I have taken a liking to you. Be my husband.” (Janet)
“…Wa?” (Makoto)
A sudden marriage proposal.
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Let me guess... That Esther likes Sakurai...
Haaah, the clues from the previous chapter are confirmed. The identity of Esther/Ira is confirmed. The question is though... does Althena know? I am guessing that Althena doesn't as what Ira is doing is perilously close to directly interfering with the mortal realm. Perhaps why she put divinity into Alex (likely firstly to give a strong weapon to combat the Ddemons and also as a disguise so that she can remain in Esther without other people getting suspicious).
As for the vision of the future, I have to question it. Afterall did she ever see the issues facing the other countries? If she had, surely she would have acted to change them, right? Or is she supposedly able to see they would be resolved thanks to Takki-dono... I kind of find that hard to believe but that could just be me. Further more the whole expectation that Fu-chan will attack Sakurai is, well it is dependent upon her being present at the battle right or well near him. It would suffice for her to be located completely elsewhere without the need for being locked up, I believe she is allowing personal hatred to drive her.
Also is anyone else somewhat suspicious of her motives for revealing Takki-dono's affiliation? I mean what does it achieve? Was it meant to undermine him or was it meant to strengthen his support (which is what has happened, people know his affiliation but still support him). Doesn't revealing his affiliation mean that when he achieves great feats, those feats will also be attributed to another Goddess by proxy of her Apostle? I get the feeling she doesn' respect or think much of Takki-dono which in turn makes me think she isn't fully aware of what he has done or can do. Afterall she isn't omniscient. She didn't know Eir has stopped visiting Noah-kamisama in the deep sea temple.
Maybe these are just some random ramblings of a half sleep deprived fool but I think she is underestimating Takki-dono.
On a differnet note...
Ooooh boy we have new harem candidate gunning for Takki-dono full throttle! Personally I am tenetavily curious about Janet and would like to see how she interacts with the other ladies first. Will they potentially become friends or remain antagonistic? Any antagonistic elements are a no go!
Bold move from Janet, but how will the monster virgin Makoto defend himself?
Claim ignorance and be dominated in the end anyways due to his weak will to displease his friends and loved ones.
That was direct but, very nice!
Leaving aside that, yeah, Esther is without doubt Ira herself, of she is in the mortal plain is unknow, could be in a constant state of possession but in that case is a mystery how she can hide his power, other option is that she reincarnet as a human but this is not indian mythology so I can't really see that possibility. She seems like a good opinion of Makoto, maybe Makoto have some kind of trait that make the gods (at least goddess) hold good feelings for her?
I suspect she is hiding her divinity by siphoning it off into Alex, explains how he listens to her and his spaced out expression. Don't think Althena will be too happy
Maybe the light hero statue is like her divinity piggy bank. She hides it in Alex, AND the statue.
That theory is plausible. However, she could conceal her divinity by other means as well. Putting her divinity into humans is forbidden and I don't think Ira would take such a great risk if it means upset Althena (she is a Goddess who is very strict on rules after all). In the previous chapter, I mentioned a theory that Alex could be a Demigod or descendant of a Holy God, so it would explain his divinity, his mana comparable to Gods, and the fact that Spirits dissapear at his presence.
Moreover, there are a lot of references to Greek mythology in this novel. Like @alkaid1000 said, the name Alexander is a probably a reference to Alexander the Great. There are actually legends about Alexander the Great being the son of Zeus. If the author chooses his name because of that legend, it would be very interesting. However, that theory doesn't explain why Alex acts like a puppet without will. In any case, what Ira is doing is strictly forbidden and she could be punished severely for it.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_the_Great_in_legend
I did not know about that legend of Alexander the Great, certainly interesting and if WM Alex is indeed a demigod or descended from a God it may make him a fitting receptacle for divine power which could be a loop hole Ira would be wanting to use to circumvent Althena's anger (she hasn't given divinity to a mortal but a demigod/descendent of a god).
Guess we shall find out in upcoming chapters. At least I hope we will.
Oh! A side theory, If Ira hasn't put divinity into Alex could she have charmed Alex into oblivion? Wait... if he had divinity/some connection to Gods and Goddesses wouldn't he have some resistence to God like charm?
Hmm, that's actually a good theory, would still be a bit lacking considering that Makoto say that it was inferior to the level of Noah and Eris, I think he say it was even inferior of the gigant. Maybe the rest of his power was concealed with other things? Or could be that she descended in a weaked state on purpose so that the remain of his power could be hide? Though I honestly think that even with that Athena should know the situation.
Good point about the lower divinity level. Perhaps she has another pseudo divine hero squirreled away somewhere. I thought giving any human anything other than Divine protection was a big no no, that includes divinity. Eir got very angry at Noah for doing so. And supposdly Althena is a stickler for the rules... but again as Ira isn't even TRYING to hide the divinity in Alex and Alex is in the Sun country it dodes make me think Althena has to know. It just doesn't track with her supposed personality but hey
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Thanks for the chapter. It seems Esther is most likely hosting Ira and it's actually the Goddess herself speaking all along. Ira said she cannot see who was stabbing Sakurai in her vision, which led her to suspect Furiae, but isn't the Demon Lord Iblis a candidate as well? If I recall correctly, it was mentioned that he was a being that originated from a different world as well, so he should be exempt from this world's fate like Naia.
With prior knowledge that she can't see certain things it's a bit of a plot hole that she only suspects Furiae. My guess is Ira is a traitor.
Could be, but I don't think that's likely. Like I said above, Ira should be well aware that the demons will probably go back on whatever promises they would have made to her once they are done. My theory is she's purposely accusing Furiae in order to draw out people like the pope and the Highland Prince, who would put their grudges and predjudices above the common goal of defeating the demons, and have them take action against the heroes so that they can be dealt with early and not cause trouble during the upocming war.
I think there's also mention of some semi-rivalry between the Moon goddess and Destiny goddess cause the Moon goddess is seen as more beautiful?
Also, seems that the Destiny goddess doesn't seem to have the same powers as the Moon goddess since Furiae is able to see a persons destiny lines? But, she can't see Makoto's. I wonder if the Moon goddess is able to see that or not see that.
That or the Snake church have their god Typhon hide the identity of someone. There is precedent that they can have Typhon obscure the vision of the Goddess.
I think Noah in chapter 88 mentioned that the Goddesses couldn't follow the movements of the Snake Church as they are fanactics. Is it the same for Ira or is it different ?
Ira should be unable to see past Typhon's interference as well. Otherwise, she would have warned the other Gods about the Snake Church's plots. While she could be a traitor, I don't find it likely. Ira should be well aware that the demons would stab her in the back once they were done with her, just like how they didn't intend to keep their promises to Noah.
Esther sus. She is impostor.
Nah but she is Third Impostor-ing like crazy. She's a liability and needs to be yeeted out the airlock.
It's getting really good about now! Density alert! Blockhead sighted.
Thank you for the chapter.
I guess it is pretty obvious who this "oracle" really is. Now I'm just wondering if Ira can see Makoto's fate?
When Ira said that the reason Makoto couldn't have been the one stabbing Sakurai because he's too weak, it implies that he could have been the one she couldn't see, as in Ira can't see Makoto's fate