I love time travel the most!

This terrifying thought has kept him from sleeping well for three days.

MD, Aqua!

The main street leading to the temple was bustling with people, and many had gathered there, creating a lively atmosphere.

Because they are building a statue of the goddess.

Yes, it's an idol of Aqua.

The cult leader said he wanted to pay homage to the goddess, and also to help other believers better follow her, so he half-forced Kobayashi to draw Aqua's appearance, and then he specially commissioned someone to carve a large statue of the goddess.

With everyone's efforts, the statue was placed in the very center of the main street, in the middle of a large circular lake for people to worship and make offerings.

Because Kobayashi said that Aqua is the goddess of wisdom who controls water, the leader came up with the ingenious idea of ​​creating a statue in the middle of the lake.

"Is this Lady Aqua, the goddess of water?"

"That appearance must belong to a goddess!"

"As expected, even a statue can sense the goddess's compassion!"

"Ah, my goddess!"

Yes, they are all right.

Don't let Aqua's silly antics fool you; she looks like a goddess when she closes her mouth and stays still.

Moreover, in order to make her more divine, Kobayashi specially infused her with a trace of the goddess's divine power.

It really is just a tiny bit, because even a tiny bit would explode.

Even so, under the influence of the water, Aqua's statue still radiated divine light, causing the onlookers to exclaim that the goddess had descended.

The cult leader ascended the high platform and proclaimed, "Devout believers, let us bathe in the goddess's grace and receive her blessings! The goddess will surely protect us! ...Right, Lord Kobayashi?"

"Ah, yes, yes, you're right."

What could Kobayashi say?

The crowd below raised their arms and cheered with unparalleled fervor, and he was genuinely worried about the future of the world.

But no matter what!

From now on, this place will be called the Axis Religion!

Chapter 61 Returning to the Capital

The Axis cult was established smoothly and its development was rapid. If it could remain the sixth in command for a little longer, it would be able to perfectly control the entire situation.

But the problem is that the empire is too strong now.

Esdeath and the many Teigu users are a force to be reckoned with, so someone needs to restrain and weaken them to accelerate the reduction of their influence.

"I'm telling you, I'm the current leader of a third-party force, why would I personally go undercover?"

Xiaolin felt something was very wrong.

Generally speaking, aren't leaders supposed to sit in the back and strategize, using their wisdom and foresight to defeat their opponents? Why would someone personally take to the field?!

Oh, no one was there. That's alright then.

Hill, Brand, and Liva are obviously dead and not suitable to be here, and the Axis Cult doesn't have any outstanding or reliable talents.

After thinking it over, he's the most suitable one.

Najendan is right; the quantity of talent is the key to the outcome of the battle.

"But I didn't expect them to actually close all the shops, even though I told them I wouldn't leak any information."

He let out a deep sigh.

Not only the shops in the capital, but also the secret bases and handover points for night raids have all been moved away.

That's right. In the eyes of the other side, you are a traitor, an enemy who will expose your existence. Naturally, you must cut off anything that might reveal your whereabouts.

Was I the one who caused the crisis of trust?

"Hmm, my justice detector is responding!"

A girl in a police uniform, holding a dog on a leash, immediately approached Kobayashi and Ryuu.

They offered their help with great enthusiasm.

"Do you two need any help? Seryu of the Imperial Capital Garrison is a partner of justice! No matter what difficulties you face, we will provide assistance!"

Did they mistake the act of searching for a base for being lost?

Then I heard her mutter softly, "...No, I've joined the special forces now, so I probably can't use the name of the garrison anymore. Oh well, never mind."

Seryu Ubiquitas is the murderer of Hill.

Xiaolin didn't hate her much; he just felt sorry for her.

His parents and master were killed, and he harbored a twisted ideology and considered himself righteous. He had not witnessed the darkness in the capital, or rather, he had witnessed it and believed it was justice punishing evil.

Wait, could we make use of this a little?

Kobayashi's eyes flickered slightly.

"Hey~ Hey~ Are you alright? Why aren't you saying anything? Are you feeling unwell?" Seryu asked with concern.

Xiaolin shook her head: "Thank you for your kindness, I'm fine."

"Great."

Seryu smiled sweetly, her gentle and lovely appearance completely unrelated to her twisted nature.

But knowing how twisted she is, you wouldn't think that way.

"By the way, are you lost?"

"...So be it."

"Okay, then I'll take you out!"

She warmly greeted the two and led the way for them. Seryu, who had a peculiar sense of justice, would never harm someone she deemed a good person.

Without hesitation, Xiaolin quickly followed.

Today is a special day. General Esdeath is selecting strong individuals who are suited to Imperial Arms. A large arena has been set up in the center of the Imperial Capital, and many people have gathered there to watch the excitement.

Therefore, the two of them lingering in the alley attracted even more attention.

Seryu encountered them on her way to maintain order, which is why she offered her help.

"I see, thank you very much, Miss Seryu."

"You are welcome!"

Seryu smiled brightly once again.

...So dazzling!

Kobayashi shielded his eyes from the direct sunlight with his hand.

As they walked out of the alley, Seryu asked again in a friendly manner, "Where are you headed? If you're free, why not check out the martial arts tournament for the city's residents hosted by General Esdeath? It's quite a lively event!"

"Of course, that was our original destination."

"Great! We can travel together again! Is this the reward for doing a righteous deed? I'm so happy!"

Seryu seemed happy to be traveling with him.

After hearing this, Kobayashi narrowed his eyes and asked meaningfully, "Miss Seryu, what is justice to you?"

"Do good deeds, help good people, and kill bad people!" she answered decisively.

"Then what is evil?"

"Evil is the opposite of justice!"

"……I see."

Kobayashi understood the confusion in her heart.

Seryu's definition of justice is vague; he follows his own heart and believes that anything that does not conform to his definition is evil.

If I have to say it...

"My heart and actions are as clear as a mirror; all my deeds are for the sake of justice."

How about that? Doesn't it look more high-end now?

However, one thing is that Seryu doesn't have the same firm resolve as Fanny Valentine (the Grand T), and is still in a stage where change is possible.

"arrive!"

Before long, the three of them arrived at the place where the crowd had gathered.

"Miss Seryu, could I ask you for another favor? I'd like to participate in this conference; could you please take me to the registration area?"

"Should I sign up?"

"That's right. Don't let my appearance fool you, I'm actually quite confident in my abilities."

"okay, I get it!"

With Seryu's help, Kobayashi successfully registered.

Shall I take you to the waiting area?

"Then please... no, no need, I've seen my companion, I'll just meet up with her later."

Just as he was about to agree, Kobayashi caught a glimpse of a blonde, wild beauty cheering in the crowd.

"Is that so? Then see you later."

Seryu didn't mind, greeted them, and walked towards her companions.

After waving his hand, Kobayashi also walked in a certain direction.

"Wow, I didn't expect there to be so many people."

Leone, who had managed to squeeze to the front row using his physical strength, wiped the sweat from his forehead.

"Wow, there are a lot of people."