In the God Realm, the position of the Supre Gods, second only to the Creator God Shallow Vernal, is imnsely significant, especially to Humans.
Normally, outside of the Festival of Heroes, one wouldn't even catch a glimpse of them. Even re rumors of a Supre God possibly visiting the Human Realm are enough to draw massive crowds. Naturally, the influence of such a God is on an entirely different level, completely incomparable to that of a marquis's daughter.
That's particularly so in Archlesia Empire, where the environnt makes it difficult for crops to grow, the Divine Protection of the God of Fertility is a major lifeline. As such, the influence of Gods in this country is even more pronounced than in the other two nations.
Of course, even without those contextual elents, it's an undeniable fact that she is one of the pinnacles in the world. For Eris, she was soone whose displeasure she could never afford to incur.
(T- That’s right, even if the Hamilton Marquisdom is one of the Four Great Noble Houses, if God of Life-sama were to speak a single word, it wouldn't be strange for us to be literally erased from Archlesia’s history. In any case, I must not be disrespectful…… B- But what could God of Life-sama possibly want with ? I'm certain it has sothing to do with Kaito-sama, but without knowing her purpose, I can’t act recklessly……)
While Eris could say with absolute certainty that Kaito was the cause, she had no idea what business soone like Life could possibly have with a re noble’s daughter like her.
The only person in Archlesia Empire who had ever spoken directly with Life was likely the Emperor, Chris. Even her own father, Marquis Hamilton, had probably never had such an opportunity.
[There’s no need to cower. You have caused no wrongdoings at all, I reached out entirely on my own accord. It is not an issue of disrespect. However, I understand how not knowing the purpose may cause unease, so let begin by explaining it.]
[Y- Yes. My gratitude for God of Life-sama's consideration……]
[Ahh, you may address by na, call Life. From now on, please refer to as such.]
[Huh? Yesh, t- then…… Life-sama……]
While Life continued the conversation calmly, Eris was in complete turmoil, her mind thrown into a full-blown panic.
(Eh? Ehhh? S- She permitted to call her by na? T- That can’t be…… Just being granted the honor of hearing the Supre God’s na is already beyond comprehension, and now I’m allowed to refer to her as such? E- Even Her Majesty Chris isn’t granted that right, is she? W- Why? W- Where in the world did I earn such an overwhelming excessive level of recognition……?)
Among the Gods, nas were considered treasures directly bestowed by Shallow Vernal and were held as suprely important. Even among themselves, Gods would refrain from using nas, instead referring to one another as "God of XXX", showing how much reverence they had for nas.
In Eris’ understanding, the nas of the Gods were only allowed to be spoken by those whom the Gods held in the highest regard. For soone like herself, a re marquis's daughter, to be permitted to speak the na of a Supre God like Life was an earth-shattering honor.
[First, let explain my purpose. Are you aware that we Gods have recently increased our interactions with both the Human Realm and the Demon Realm?]
[Y- Yes, I’m aware. Since the White God Festival, the low-ranking Gods, and even the high-ranking Gods, have been participating more frequently in events, and I've heard that their involvent in Human Realm festivals has risen by about 30% compared to previous years……]
[I’m impressed. You seem to possess a broad perspective. Yes, as you said, the God Realm is indeed shifting toward greater involvent with the other realms. Now, regarding my situation: compared to the other Supre Gods, God of Fate and God of Ti and Space, I’ve had far fewer interactions with Humans, sothing I've considered to be a problem. However, as a Supre God, I cannot expand my sphere of influence recklessly.]
At Life’s words, Eris nodded lightly in understanding. Despite her confusion at the sudden situation, she was quick-witted and had already begun organizing her thoughts in her head while listening.
(If Life-sama’s goal is to deepen relations with Humans, then perhaps I truly am the most suitable person in this venue to be approached. I don’t know to what extent Supre Gods are bound by agreents or restrictions regarding their assigned nations, but if Life-sama’s purpose is to increase her interaction with the Humans of her assigned country, Archlesia Empire, and the target is soone with at least a certain level of status within the Empire…… then Emperor Chris would be excluded due to already being in contact with her. Commander Bard and Satania-sama are Demons, which leaves Al-sama or myself as candidates. I’ve also heard that the Wingeds are devout followers of God of Life-sama and often invite high-ranking Gods to their ceremonies, so it’s possible Life-sama already has contact with them. If that’s the case, then my selection was a process of elimination…… Perhaps I’m being used as a foothold to arrange etings with my father or other influential nobles…… If that’s the intent, this would make perfect sense.)
Having quickly assembled her thoughts, Eris concluded that her selection must have been a matter of process of elimination. Life’s true goal, she reasoned, was likely to reach out to higher-status individuals such as Marquis Hamilton and the other heads of the Four Great Noble Houses, and she had rely been chosen to facilitate introductions. Realizing this, Eris resolved to take this crucial role seriously and dedicate herself fully to supporting Life, however…… That resolve was shattered almost imdiately.
[When I consulted Miyama-san on the matter, he recomnded you. He spoke very highly of your knowledge, personality, judgnt, and character…… If soone is held in such esteem by Miyama-san, I believe there could be no better person for to build a relationship with, and so I’ve co to speak with you. If possible, I’d like to converse with you for a while, but would that be acceptable?]
[Y- Yes…… It is a trendous honor. If I’m suitable, then I’d be glad to speak with you for as long as you like.]
It wasn’t about other nobles at all, Life had co specifically because of Kaito’s high opinion of her. The mont those words registered, Eris nearly blacked out, but she clung to consciousness, forcing a smile as she replied.
(……Why……? No, seriously, why am I being held in such high regard by Kaito-sama!? I an, it’s an honor! It’s truly an honor!!! But the fact that Kaito-sama’s recomndation alone carries this much weight, it’s overwhelming…… P- Please…… show a little rcy……)
Feeling the intense trust Life placed in Kaito’s evaluation of her, Eris, unable to understand why she was held in such high esteem, quietly pressed a hand to her aching stomach.
Serious-senpai : [Probably, from Eris's perspective, she thinks she's just acting normal…… but most of Kaito’s acquaintances have pretty strong personalities, so soone who's gentle and without quirks ends up being rated really highly just for that.]
? ? ? : [Or rather, Eris-san is fundantally competent, so through her everyday conversations and gifts, she's been steadily boosting Kaito-san’s opinion of her…… At this point, she's been completely classified as "soone he genuinely enjoys talking to", so her favorability just keeps going up no matter what. If that were all, there wouldn’t be a problem but…… when Kaito-san’s favorability towards soone rises, everyone around him automatically starts rating that person higher too……]
Serious-senpai : [As is the case with Lilia and Kaori, it seems those with chronic stomachaches tend to be the ones Kaito holds in high regard.]
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