So I'm a sheep.

As soon as the name of the Guardians of Brendor was spread, many perceptive people noticed something amiss.

'The fact that such an ambitious demigod like Grand Duke Pound has intervened is definitely not as simple as just asking us to purify the pollution.'

'I really don't want to have anything to do with her, but this is my lord's decision.'

Hopefully, that demigod will uphold the path of protection and not harbor any other intentions.

Seeing that the elders all looked preoccupied, the two girls who were whispering quickly shut up.

After the initial excitement of leaving their old home wore off, the two little ones also showed signs of worry due to the atmosphere of the group.

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After a brief exchange of pleasantries upon arriving in the Duchy of Brundo, Grand Duke Pound instructed his knights to take the group to the disaster-stricken village.

A few planks of wood constitute a home; the villagers are poorly clothed and their expressions are numb.

Several months have passed, but the deep sense of despair has not dissipated.

Even though they knew that noble knights and clergy had arrived, the villagers just stared at them blankly, and not one of them came over to speak to them.

"That's terrible."

The girl's face showed pity: "There's no hope for this village. Even if the polluted land is purified, I'm afraid..."

"Humans are very resilient, don't give up on them so soon."

The sudden sound startled the girl, but she quickly regained her innocent expression.

"Sister with horns on her head, you are so beautiful."

"Hahaha, great saint, thank you for your praise."

In short, the atmosphere in the team suddenly became tense.

"..."

"I am not a great saint, sister, you have mistaken me for someone else."

"Indeed, you are not a saint."

Sasha smiled and said, "But the praise just now was conveyed by the saint through your mouth."

Edas could not possibly meet a demigod of unknown depth in person, but she could communicate effectively with him through telepathy.

Volume 1: Chapter 508 The Spring and Peace

"Your insight surpasses that of all demigods."

Taking a step forward towards Sasha, the girl said sternly, "I sensed the goodwill you were showing, so I decided to risk contacting you."

"Ah, those donations to the Church of Tranquility are nothing. Getting rid of some nuisances is just a piece of cake."

Sasha curled her lip: "The idea of ​​joining forces to kill a saint and usurp the divine position is utterly absurd."

"That makes no sense..."

A smile appeared on the girl's face. She waved for her followers to step back and said with a smile, "But powerful demigods, it is undeniable that this is a shortcut to godhood."

"It's not a shortcut, it's a dead end."

Sasha said calmly, "You, Adas, are the only goddess of water and peace. Even if other demigods are fortunate enough to take your place, 'water and peace' is not their way."

"At that time, he could neither advance nor retreat. Although he became a god, he was a puppet of the divine."

"I will never take that dead end!"

"..."

Papapa

The girl clapped vigorously: "Demigod Saya, you are not only perceptive, but also have wisdom comparable to that of the gods."

"Sigh, if only all demigods understood this principle, I wouldn't have to work so hard now."

"They might not be unaware, but, haha, let's not talk about those guys who were devoured by madness."

Sasha invited, "Respected Saint, the village has not yet been rebuilt. It would be rather dull to continue talking here. How about we go for a walk outside together?"

Very good.

The girl nodded. Although it was just a few words of casual conversation, she already had a good impression of the intelligent half-dragon in front of her.

Once it is confirmed that this demigod is steadfastly advancing on the path of protection, there is no reason why they should help each other before returning to heaven.

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"Saya, are you now the guardian of the Duchy of Brundo?"

"Yes, from now on I will surely become the guardian deity of the Duchy of Brundo."

"It is indeed the 'Guardian Deity of the Duchy of Brundo,' and not just a 'Guardian Deity'?"

Through the girl's words, the sage solemnly asked the question.

"Hahaha, I'm not one of those idiots who can't recognize themselves."

Sasha said sincerely, "With my current resources, I am not capable of ascending to the divine realm as a 'guardian deity' in a short period of time, so I have no choice but to settle for second best."

“The guardian deity of Brundo is quite good; my ambitions are not great.”

"..."

Why not try to create a better future?

The girl tentatively said, "With the countries in turmoil right now, Saya, you have plenty of time to try."

"No, I dare say that in a few years, the first powerful god will return to power!"

Sasha calmly analyzed, "The continued turmoil in the material world is not what that supreme being desires."

“Recently, I have been hearing news of demons descending from time to time. Before the situation gets completely out of control, the gods will surely return to heaven.”

"At that time, maintaining stability will be the main theme of the world. I'll hold on to my divine throne until then..."

"Heh, it was a near-death experience."

"..."

“Saya, if I weren’t certain you weren’t one of us, I would have thought I was having a conversation with some wise prince right now.”

The girl exclaimed with deep emotion, "I never imagined that you would move me not with your strength, but with your wisdom!"

"Your Holiness, then I will ask directly—are you willing to sign a defensive alliance agreement with me?"

That depends on your next answer.

"Ok?"

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"If in the future you, Shaya, are exalted to the throne of God and become the guardian deity of Brundo."

"At that time, Your Highness Saya, will you actively launch an expansionist war?"

Sasha felt an aura of majesty envelop her, and under this aura, even a demigod could not lie with ease.

'The majesty of the gods in this world means nothing to me, but since speaking the truth can forge alliances, why lie?'

Of course not.

Sasha said casually, "As long as Brendo's faith in me remains unwavering, I will forever limit my followers from waging wars against other countries."

Why?

Sasha's overly relaxed attitude aroused the girl's suspicion: "If you don't wage war to expand the territory of the Duchy of Brundo, you will probably find it difficult to break through the weak divine power in the future."

Well, if I were to say now, "I just want to create a disguise with a slight divine power so that I can completely hide my identity," I'm afraid Edas would find it unacceptable.

"How could I, who uphold the way of protection, possibly commit acts of aggression?"

"Most importantly..."

"Your Highness, I am a pacifist, and I love peace!"

Sasha spoke frankly and openly, and the two extraordinary beings looked at each other for a long time before laughing together.

“If you are determined to continue on the path of protection, then our covenant may continue in the realm of the gods.”

"Haha, it's my honor."

Sasha reached out and shook hands firmly with the girl, saying earnestly, "My ally, I need your help now."

"Please speak."

“I want to train a group of qualified priests in the next ten years, but the Duchy of Brendo lacks such talent.”

“Oh, dear Adas, you won’t believe it, Pound actually had noble tutors teach those children.”

The girl smiled and said, "So that's what's bothering you. No problem, I'll send over a group of experienced instructors right away."

After a pause, Edas, through the girl's words, also made her own request.

“My ally, I now also need your help.”

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"Please speak."

"My connection with the Church of Tranquility has long been exposed. A reincarnated saint with weak divine power cannot intimidate those mad demigods."

The girl bit her lip in frustration: "And it's not just those demigods you drove away, several demon lords have also set their sights on me."

Good heavens, this saint is having terrible luck!

What do you want me to do?

"If my true form is ever surrounded, please come quickly and join me in fighting the enemy!"

"It's only right."

Sasha immediately agreed: "This point will definitely be written into the covenant later, but I have a small question."

"what?"

"As far as I know, you have several close friends in the divine realm. Among them are powerful deities. Why...?"