Star Iron, conquer the world from Omphalos

"how do you know?"

"It's explained in the Senate's notice. Don't you want to read the message stone?"

"But what's going on now? Didn't the Golden Race participate in the battle? How could they fail?"

"Alas! It's becoming increasingly unsafe out there. Kephar, please bless us and put an end to this disaster."

There was endless discussion.

These people live in Ohma. They have absolute faith in Kephale and believe that the Golden Ones will eventually lead mankind to shatter the darkness and bring light to Ompharos again.

But the defeat silenced everyone.

The news of the defeat of the Holy City guards quickly spread in Ohma, causing quite a stir in the city. It was well known that the guards went to settle accounts with the Tilkas tribe. The Senate had previously created momentum for this and used Marcus' death and Aglaia's dereliction of duty as an opportunity to launch a war.

The people of Ohma were discussing the Golden Race, and who was more suitable to directly manage the city between the Senate and the Golden Race. They didn't even think about the outcome of this battle, which might be anything other than "victory".

After all, right now in Omphalos, there is no other force other than Xuanfeng City that can confront Ohma head-on.

Isn't it easy to take advantage of a small Tilkas?

The Senate reacted most strongly, and the senators immediately held an emergency meeting. According to the secretary, the main reason for the defeat was the dereliction of duty of the Golden Race. If it were not for their slacking off, Tilcace would never have seized the initiative.

Soon, however, rumors began to spread that the main reason for the failure of the campaign lay with the Senate, and that there was even a hidden reason behind Marcus's death. Someone produced a photo of Marcus meeting with Caenis and circulated it widely on a messenger stone tablet, proving that they had known each other for a long time and had a good relationship.

In this way, Marcus's open visit to Tylukas as an envoy of Aglaia seemed to be an opportunity for the Senate to use this as a means of conspiracy. Some people speculated that Marcus' attack on Tylukas was instructed by the Senate. Although there was no actual evidence, as more and more people said it, the speculation gradually became "fact", from "I heard" to "I know".

The change in public opinion doubled the pressure on the Senate, and the associations drawn from this began to work against them. The most common argument was that the Senate's accusations of crimes against the Golden Race were groundless, because the senators' distrust of the Golden Race directly led to their defeat in this battle.

But those who participated in the battle were from the Senate after all. They were familiar with the battle situation better than anyone else. Although Bai'e and Xiadie did not contribute much, the combat effectiveness of the Tilkas army was unquestionable.

However, information about the Tilkas army was rarely circulated within Ohma. No one even knew whether they had any Golden Descendants or what power they relied on to repel the Ohma army. There was no mention of the "sun" at all.

Both the Senate and the Golden Races seemed to have reached a consensus on this point.

They were all afraid that the people of Omphalos' faith in the holy city would be shaken. If the sun rose somewhere else or was even controlled by someone, then things would be troublesome.

at this time.

Yunshi Tiangong, on the high platform outside the large bathhouse.

Aglaya looked at Xiadie and learned the details of the battle from the latter.

"...I didn't expect the Golden Descendants of Tilkas to be so powerful."

Aglaya nodded slightly.

Although they are both of golden descent, there is actually a huge gap in their strength.

Only those of the Golden Descendants chosen by the Oracle as saviors will receive her attention.

This was the case with Bai'e, Xiadie, and Wandi. She had taken the initiative to contact them because they were destined to be one of their companions and the golden descendants who would kill the Titans.

As for Ash, unfortunately, she did not detect Ash's presence in the oracle's revelation, so Aglaia was sure that the latter was not the one who obtained the Titan Fire as stated in the oracle, and naturally did not care whether he came to Ohma.

But it turned out that she miscalculated.

If I had known this earlier, I would not have used Marcus's matter to add fuel to the fire. If I had opposed the Senate with all my strength at that time, perhaps it would have become an opportunity to win over Ash... Unfortunately, there are no ifs.

"...He is very powerful and is also highly respected by the people of Tilkas. He is a courageous leader." Xiadie said softly.

Aglaya said, "You seem to think highly of him."

"I'm just being honest. I think the matter of Aglaya and Tilkas needs careful consideration."

The image of Ash controlling the sun's light and leading the army has always lingered in Xiadie's mind.

She had wondered more than once what would happen if Ash could come to Ohma and fight alongside them.

Aglaya looked at her and suddenly asked, "As Ash is a Golden Descendant, does his power really come from Gioria?"

Xiadie was silent for a moment.

"Yes, his power should come from Gioria, and the power to summon the sun too. I can feel it."

Actually not.

But for some reason, Xiadie wanted to keep this possibility.

It's not surprising that a Golden Descendant possesses the power of Gioria, but if not, does Ash's ability to summon the 'sun' and bring light to Omphalos just verify the salvation envisioned in the oracle?

"I understand... You should go and rest first. Thank you for your hard work this time. I will take care of the rest."

Xiadie nodded slightly and turned to leave.

Not long after, Bai'e came to Aglaya.

"I just saw Xiadie. She looked troubled. It seems the defeat in this battle has dealt a heavy blow to her." Bai'e sighed. "But who could have imagined the situation would turn out like this? This isn't her fault. Aglaya, most of the people of Ohma support us now, but the matter of Tilkas hasn't been made public, and I'm afraid the matter of the Sun won't be hidden for much longer. What are you going to do?"

"Don't worry, Bai'e. I'm already thinking of a solution." Aglaya remained calm. "I have a question for you, Bai'e. You are the savior foretold by the oracle, destined to witness the arrival of a new world. To this end, you will always uphold this will, correct?"

Bai'e was stunned, not knowing why Aglaya asked this, but he still said, "Of course, I have already prepared for my trial."

"Then let me ask you, Ash, the Golden Descendant of Tilkas, does his power really come from Gioria?"

...

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Omphalos's Journey: Chapter 21: The Möbius Strip

Not long after, Bai'e left Yunshi Palace.

He walked to the edge of the bathhouse and couldn't help but look back at Aglaya standing in the distance, then took out the messaging stone tablet and sent a message to Xiadie.

"You were in Tilkas, what did Ash tell you?"

Waited for a while.

No reply message received.

Bai E could only put away the message stone tablet, sighed, and walked towards the market.

On the high platform, Aglaia stood in place, turned around and looked quietly at the sea of clouds in the sky, and looked at Kephale who was carrying the sky on his back, without saying a word.

Until a voice broke the silence.

"Aglaya, what are you going to do?!"

Katniss walked quickly towards her with anger on his face.

"You're the one controlling the conversation, spreading the story about Marcus and me, aren't you? The Senate allowed you to create a message stone with golden thread to ensure the smooth flow of information, not to satisfy your own selfish desires."

Kenis didn't have to think about it at all. The mastermind behind the words on the message stone tablet must be Aglaia.

In the absence of concrete evidence, public opinion guided by the majority became the main theme of the discussion, and no matter how much the Senate explained, it was difficult to change the situation.

She was furious that all her careful plans had been shattered. Not only did she fail to gain control of Ohma, but she also put the Senate in an awkward position.

"Elder Caenis, there's no need to be angry. At least the Golden Ones didn't gain anything this time," Aglaya said calmly. "The public opinion in the city is just a spontaneous discussion among those who don't understand the truth. It won't cause any substantial trouble for the Senate."

"But you concealed the matter of Tilkas!" Kayneth said in a deep voice. "You didn't tell me about the joining of Xuanfeng's lone army. The power of Tilkas, the Golden Descendant, is even not weaker than that of you. And there's also the sun that brings light. You concealed everything and almost brought irreparable disaster to Ohma!"

"The Senate is also on this matter, right? You have been planning Marcus's matter for a long time, right?"

Having said that, Aglaia stopped guessing riddles with the other party. She brought Marcus out and put pressure on Katniss.

"You Golden Bloods are increasingly trying to meddle in matters. Aglaia, I've long told you that the management of Ohma must be in the hands of the Senate." Cainise snorted. "Divine bloodline doesn't give you a privilege over your people. Even Golden Bloods must abide by the laws set by Taranton."

"Will this power be in the hands of the Senate, or will it be in your hands?" Aglaya asked. "The City of Xuanfeng is watching covetously, the mystery of the Black Tide is still to be revealed, and there are too many uncertainties on the road to salvation. Elder Caenis, a new light has appeared in Tilkas. You should know what this means, right?"

Katniss frowned, this was exactly what she was worried about.

Today, Ohma is known as the holy city of Omphalus and a refuge from all disasters, which is why they have such a high status.

But when the holy city is no longer the only one, and the glory of Kephar can no longer protect the people living here, the place where the new light appears will inevitably attract people from the world.

Therefore, even though the Senate was afraid of the Golden Race, it still did not announce the situation of Tilkas. After all, the news was too explosive and it would not benefit anyone if it spread.

"What exactly do you want?" Kayneth frowned. "The Goldenborn of Tilkas has joined forces with the Crown Prince of the Hanging Blade people and has become a problem."

“So we need to join forces.”

"Join forces? You're not saying you're sending the Golden People to work with the Holy City Guard to wipe out Tilkas, are you?"

Aglaia shook her head slightly. "That's too risky. The light that brought hope to Omphalos cannot be destroyed in our hands... Marcus, he has always had connections with the City of the Precipitous. Elder Kenis, you should be well aware of this."

Katniss was stunned. "You're going to leak the news to the Xuanfeng people? Let them cause trouble for Tilkas?"

Aglaya didn't say anything, but this was already considered as her consent.

"Aglaya, you're truly terrifying." Katniss sneered, "What else could possibly make you hesitate, what could possibly stop you from taking advantage of?"

It's not that they don't have the power to destroy Tilkas, but the mission of the Golden Descendants of Ohma is to save the world, not to destroy it, so they cannot be accused of destroying the light...Kainnis had to admit that Aglaia was too calm, as calm as a piece of ice without any temperature.

"This will benefit both you and me." Aglaya did not refute Katniss's words, "I believe you will find a way."

"Huh~ But why would I do this?"

"The Senate, like the Golden Race, wants to save this impending world, right? So we can't allow any accidents to happen. In places where the Oracle doesn't shine, there are unknown and uncontrollable factors that could disrupt our plans."

Aglaia said calmly, "Don't worry, Elder Kenis. The Golden Ones will not interfere with the operations of Ohma. We have only one mission, and that is to follow the guidance of the Oracle of Kephale and dispel the haze that shrouds Omphalos."

"I hope you remember what you said."

Katniss wanted to refuse.

But the matter of Tilkas is fermenting. If it is not resolved quickly, it will be very disadvantageous to Ohma if it continues to drag on.

The golden descendants like Aglaia can continue to move forward even if they leave Ohma, but the Senate will be nothing without Ohma.

She needed to stabilize the situation in Ohma first, and then find a way to deal with the Golden People.

After Katniss left, a little red-haired girl in a white dress came over.

"Aglaia, are the people in the Senate giving you trouble again?"

"My Master..." Aglaya said softly, "It's not difficult, it's just the same as always."

The one whom Aglaia calls 'my teacher' is Tibao, a demigod of the Golden Descendant of Ohma who has acquired the power of the Titans.

"'We' are just worried that you're under too much pressure, Aglaya. Many people in the city are talking about you now. Elder Katniss always likes to be aggressive." Tibao said.

"If my master is worried, I can chase her right now and cut her throat with the golden thread."

"Ahhh, no, this is too terrible!" Tibao waved her hands hastily, "Aglaya will become a sinner!"

A slight arc appeared on the corner of Aglaya's mouth.

Perhaps only when she was chatting with Tibao would she not be so calculating.

"Killing her isn't difficult, but... the situation in Ohma is still unstable, and Xuanfeng City is eyeing it covetously. This Eternal Land can't withstand another blow."

As the original controller of Ohma, the Senate has many people supporting them in the city. Once they fall out with the Senate at this time, the civil strife will only lead Ohma to destruction, and there will be no talk of saving the world.

Aglaia looked at Tibao and whispered, "O Saint of Janusapolis, Tirispios, the Golden Descendant who stole the flame of the Path—my teacher, you work for all living beings, spreading the message of salvation to the earth. Please tell me, does the light of Tilcath come from the oracle?"

...

What is an 'oracle'?

Ash questioned Gioria's will and received a response.

The response was not a sentence conveyed to him, but a perspective, a perspective looking down at the sky from the earth.

The sky is not the Aigle that the people of Omphalus see when they look up, nor is it the eternal night. It is somewhere higher than Aigle.

It was a falling figure 8, with a strange glow flowing through it. Although Gioria did not give an explanation, Ash still recognized that it should be the 'Mobius strip' he knew.

At least that's how it looks.

Three mysterious forces surrounded the Möbius strip, enveloping Omphalos.

Ash looked down from the earth, his perspective seemingly transformed into that of Gioria, watching silently. Time itself was but a single instant, but a single instant in the universe and galaxy became a very long process in this land.

Ash's mind was immersed in this wonderful feeling. When he woke up, the power emitted by the statue had disappeared, and the entire palace returned to its original darkness.

wow~~

The warm water covered his skin, and the water flow pushed outward little by little. Wan Di leaned against the wall of the pool, his hands clasped in front of his chest, and glanced at Ash not far to the right.

"...So, you've been in the ruins these past two days, communicating with Gioria's will? What did 'He' say?"

Ash said, "He said I am the savior of Omphalos and wants me to summon the Golden People of this world to save Omphalos. You, the people, must obey my orders."

Wan Di: “?”