My Love Debts Are Everywhere!

Chapter 387 So, Saint, What Decision Will You Make?



Morning...

Seated on a garden chair, Edward crossed his legs, engrossed in a book. To most, this activity might appear dull or even pointless.

Yet, this seemingly trivial routine had been his companion for decades. Through it, he had amassed knowledge as vast as the ocean and honed an extraordinary intellect.

He slowly set the book down, reached for the coffee cup on the table, and took a sip.

A wave of relief and calm washed over him, gradually easing the tension in his mind. With a composed demeanor, he resumed reading at a leisurely pace.

Page by page, he turned with care, as though each word were sinking deeply into his consciousness.

"Your Venerable Edward! I bring urgent news," came a guard's hurried voice from nearby.

Edward gently closed his book and shifted his gaze to the young guard approaching briskly.

His expression remained serene, unperturbed by the intrusion.

"Has something happened?" he asked lightly, placing the book down on the table with deliberate ease.

The guard halted two meters away and offered a respectful bow.

"Your Venerable Edward, the guard stationed at the Hall's gates, has received a letter from someone claiming to be an envoy of the Supreme Military Leader of the Holy Empire of Elysium, Albert Lennister," the guard reported, retrieving a gold-colored letter from the pocket of his armor. "According to the envoy, this letter is intended for you."

With that, he stepped forward cautiously and handed the letter to Edward with care.

Hearing the explanation, Edward's expression shifted abruptly, surprise evident on his face.

"A letter from Albert Lennister, the Supreme Military Leader of the Holy Empire of Elysium?" Edward murmured, his brows knitting in deep thought.

Edward was well aware of Albert's identity. The man was said to be an exceptionally talented general with fearsome swordsmanship.

Albert's military accomplishments were legendary, earning him widespread admiration among the soldiers of the Holy Empire.

His exceptional prowess and loyalty had led Velix to place immense trust in him, culminating in his ascension to the position of Supreme Military Leader of the Holy Empire of Elysium.

What puzzled and surprised him was that Albert was supposed to be in the Desert of Chaos, not within the Holy Empire of Elysium. He couldn't comprehend how Albert had returned without a single report of his movements reaching him.

Shaking off his confusion and doubts, Edward took the letter from the guard's hand with a slight nod.

"Well, thank you for informing me," he said softly.

"You're welcome, Your Venerable Edward," the guard replied courteously, bowing respectfully once more before leaving the garden.

Edward gazed intently at the gold-colored letter in his hand, observing it with care and curiosity. Its appearance was unlike any ordinary letter.

Delicate golden floral patterns decorated both sides, lending the letter an ornate and substantial feel.

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Without hesitation, he swiftly opened the letter, only to be instantly captivated by the writing style.

"This handwriting..." Edward's usually composed eyes widened slightly, and his heart skipped a beat.

Though he hadn't yet read the contents, he already knew the sender—Leon Kruger. That elegant and captivating style was a signature of the man, one so enchanting that even Edward couldn't help but be drawn in.

Attempting to mask his surprise, he focused on the letter's contents and read them with careful attention.

Minutes passed as he ensured not a single detail was overlooked. Finally, a small smile curved his lips, growing wider until it blossomed into a hearty laugh.

"Hahaha! I knew it! Sword Hero Leon Kruger isn't dead!" Edward exclaimed joyfully, rising to his feet.

The news was a tremendous source of joy for him. Leon, a hero nurtured by Holy Orthodoxy, shared a natural bond with them.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

Moreover, the revelation that Leon was still alive further solidified Edward's suspicion that Leon was the Fated One, as described in the ancient book he had discovered earlier.

"The Fated One, huh? This is truly world-altering news," he murmured, a smile slowly spreading across his face.

After regaining his composure, he leaned back in his chair, his gaze drifting back to the letter as his mind lingered on its contents.

The letter outlined a plan so bold and unexpected—uniting the Holy Empire of Elysium and Holy Orthodoxy into a single, powerful force.

In truth, he had once entertained a similar idea—uniting humanity under a single rule: the Holy Orthodox.

There was, of course, a compelling reason behind his thoughts. According to a long-hidden ancient archive, before the era of the first three heroes, humanity had been ruled by a single power—the Ancient Holy Orthodox.

However, the archive offered no explanation for the current division of humanity into two major powers—the Holy Empire of Elysium and the Holy Orthodox.

For a moment, he dismissed the thought, not wanting to risk igniting a war with the Holy Empire of Elysium, which could bring suffering to all of humanity.

But now, with Leon's sudden proposal to unite all of humanity under one banner, the idea had rekindled his interest.

"Has Leon thought this through? Given his nature, it seems possible," he mused, his expression turning serious.

He studied the letter once more before carefully setting it aside and rising to his feet.

"This matter must be discussed with Saint first before taking the next step," he said, inhaling deeply and exhaling slowly.

With that, he turned and made his way toward the Hall of Gods, where Arshley was likely to be.

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"What did you say? A letter from Brother Leon?" Arshley sat frozen on the throne, stunned by Edward's words.

Edward gave a small nod and replied, "Yes, I just received a letter from him."

He then took out a golden letter from his pocket and slowly approached Arshley, handing it to her.

Arshley took the letter with trembling hands, inspecting it closely.

"When did you receive this letter?" she asked in a hoarse voice.

"Fifteen minutes ago," Edward answered respectfully. "While I was in the back garden, a guard reported that an envoy from the Supreme Military Leader of the Holy Empire of Elysium, Albert Lennister, delivered this letter specifically for me. Upon seeing the writing style, I immediately recognized it as belonging to Sword Hero Leon."

At that, Arshley's heart skipped a beat, and a wave of nervousness washed over her. She had long held onto Edward's words that her brother, Leon, was still alive, which had been a source of comfort and strength during her grief.

Now, with a letter seemingly from him finally appearing, she couldn't shake the fear that it might all be an illusion.

Meanwhile, Edward, observing the turmoil behind Arshley's veil, sighed softly, offering no further words.

He knew all too well the pain Arshley had endured, which often left her emotions fragile. The letter, confirming that Leon was still alive, overwhelmed her with both joy and fear.

With a gentle shake of his head, Edward stepped down from the throne stairs, giving Arshley the space she needed to collect herself and read the letter.

After a few moments, Arshley regained her composure and quickly scanned the contents of the letter.

Her eyes widened in disbelief, and her hands trembled slightly as she held the letter.

"What does this mean? Becoming the true leader of mankind? Does Brother intend to unite the Holy Empire of Elysium and the Holy Orthodox, making me the true leader of mankind?" Arshley inquired, her voice shaking with disbelief.

She read the letter once more to ensure she hadn't misunderstood. After a brief pause, she was certain that her interpretation was correct, and the letter's meaning matched her own thoughts.

"Edward, this..." Arshley began, about to seek his confirmation, but he quickly interrupted her.

"Yes, Saint. From the letter, it's clear that Sword Hero Leon intends to unite humanity," he replied respectfully. "To be honest, I too was taken aback by his plan. However, I know Leon well, and he wouldn't propose something of this scale without meticulous preparation. I personally support him, but the final decision rests with you."

Arshley fell silent, lost in deep thought. The idea of uniting the Holy Empire of Elysium and Holy Orthodoxy, let alone becoming the sole leader of mankind, had never crossed her mind.

The Holy Empire of Elysium was a powerful force, and she hesitated to risk provoking them into war. Moreover, there was an existing treaty between the two factions that stipulated they must not attack each other and should cooperate for the greater good of humanity.

If she dared to raise the banner of war, countless lives would be lost on both sides, and that was a fate she wanted to avoid.

Sensing her inner conflict, Edward gave a faint smile and said, "Saint, may I offer my perspective on this matter?"

Arshley took a deep breath, then nodded slowly. "Go ahead, Edward."

"Saint, if we view things from the previous standpoint, the Holy Empire of Elysium is indeed formidable. Velix, the Holy Emperor, has three exceptional subordinates—Jim Terra, Rain Violet, and Natasya Nox—each possessing unparalleled talent and skill," Edward explained calmly. "However, that was then. Now, the situation has drastically changed. Those three have either been captured or are likely to be slain by Sword Hero Leon, leaving Velix without their support."

He paused for a moment, collecting his thoughts before continuing, "Furthermore, there are numerous rebellions instigated by noble families. Just yesterday, the three main cities of the Holy Empire of Elysium—Ardonia, Therondia, and Vazula—fell into their hands. The state of the Holy Empire of Elysium can now be summed up in one word: chaos."

Taking a brief breath, Edward added, "Amidst this turmoil, many citizens of the Holy Empire of Elysium are fleeing to Holy Orthodoxy, signaling their distrust of Velix. Therefore, I believe Sword Hero Leon aims to seize this moment, overthrow Velix, and unite humanity under your leadership."

He paused, his gaze fixed on Arshley, and asked, "So, Saint, what decision will you make?"

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A/N: For your information, the 'Hall' discussed in this chapter refers to the palace of the Holy Orthodox. Since they do not use the word 'palace,' they refer to it as the 'Hall' instead. I believe I mentioned this before, but it's okay to reiterate.

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