Chapter 51: Vol2 Ch19 – The Sword Saint (2)

Luma smiled and asked, “Do you have a preference for tea or desserts? We have quite a few types readily available.”

Kye returned a smile. “These are fine. They’re quite tasty.”

They stared at each other for a few minutes, each unsure of what to say. Luma finally broke the silence and asked, “I apologize if this comes across too forward, but if you would be so inclined, I would very much like to have a sparring match with you.”

“Oh? That’s certainly better than the treatment Saint Collbrande gave me. He intended to bring me here as a prisoner.”

“The saints are very dedicated to the church and treat anyone they see as an enemy very harshly. I, on the other hand, have different priorities.”

“Oh?”

She nodded. “My duties as the Sword Saint are quite different from the Saints. I serve as the archbishop’s guardian while I am not out on missions, though he is quite powerful himself and really doesn’t need the protection. The missions I take vary widely. I do simple things like finding a lost cat or helping someone chop firewood. I guard people while they gather herbs and such in monster infested areas, and help them as much as I can. I do not accept assassination missions. I know of the one you interrupted the other night that was assigned to Sir Caladbolg. I personally dispise such things and am quite happy Lady Aisha was not harmed.”

Her name is Luma? Interesting. Kye nodded. “I have several questions.”

“Sure. I’ll answer as best I can. I already know your name, but may I ask for your introduction first?”

Oh, I... that’s embarrassing. Kye stood up and curtsied. “My apologies, Lady Luma. I am Kye Akari of Nippon Sekai.”

“You’re from Realm 4? What’s the Atlantis Empire like? I’ve only heard stories.”

“You know of us?”

“I do. Lady Allison doesn’t visit often, but Lady Astraia does. She tells me she visits all of the realms. I very much enjoy her company. She is - if you’ll excuse the phrasing - a book nerd like me.”

Oh? Heh. Kari does have a penchant for knowledge. “I see. About the missions. You are the Sword Saint. Is your authority equal to other Saints or is that a higher rank? What’s the hierarchy?”

“Bottom to top: Recruit, Squire, Knight, Enlightened, Saint, and Sword Saint. These are system supported classes, even. The clergy ranks - bottom to top - are: Brother or Sister, Priest and Bishop, High Priest and Archbishop, and Cardinal.”

Kye nodded. “How do priests and bishops differ? As well as the next rank up?”

“Priests handle a variety of duties, ranging from teaching to sermons and even being doctors. They handle most practical duties. Bishops are executives. They handle financials, logistics, business, and answering the people. The last is the most important part. For example, if a person is unhappy about their work environment, the bishop will hear them out and find the cause. Then, the bishop will either correct their work environment or find them a new work environment that is more compatible. Conflict between people is inevitable, so they work their best to place people where they need to go to do their best work and stay happy.”

Kye had a tear in her eyes. “I love that. I... wish to thank them for their work.” This is truly a fantastic realm. There are problems, but there is so much good here. I need to correct these problems before I return to the empire.

Luma noticed the tear in Kye’s eye and smiled. “I’m so glad you feel that way, Lady Kye.”

She nodded and wiped the tear away. “I...” She took a deep breath. “My apologies. I’m just a little overcome by emotion.” Luma nodded and silently waited for Kye to recover. She took another deep breath and after a moment she continued, “Are you able to influence the church to stop assassination missions? Vampires are not monsters.”

“I agree and I do have a lot of influence. However, the Cardinal and High Priest are in agreement that they are unholy monsters that are nothing short of a plague on humanity. The Archbishop and I do all we can to curb this mindset.”

Kye frowned and turned to Aisha.

“It’s true. I’ve met the High Priest before and he was not welcoming toward my mother and I. The archbishop arranged a meeting a few years ago with my mother to try to overcome our differences.” Aisha sighed and looked away. “Most of what the church does is great, but some parts are unfair. I am a vampire. I did not choose to be born a vampire. I do not resent it. But, I am sad that I cannot attend the church.”

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Both Kye and Luma were taken aback. What is she saying?

“Lady Aisha... are you perhaps...?”

She nodded and turned to Kye. “Even before you came here and revealed yourself, I believed in you! You are our creator and I am ever thankful for the life you gave me!” Aisha had tears in her eyes as she let her feelings flow. “In this realm, I am considered nothing more than a lowly vampire that preys on helpless humans, but I swear to you that I am not such a beast!”

Luma was so shocked, she didn’t know what to say. Does she really believe this girl is Elysia? I admit Lady Kye is similar to Elysia. It’s been a while since I last met Elysia. Once we talked about having religions about us and she told me she hated the very concept. This girl that sits here and calmly accepts my explanations of the church cannot be Elysia. But, it’s uncanny. She even looks the same! She mentally sighed and turned back to Kye.

Kye stood up and pulled Aisha to her feet and into a hug. “Aisha, you are not some lowly beast. You are a lovely young lady with a bright future ahead of you. As the creator of Elysium, I promise you that I will ensure that bright future. Upon my very soul, I promise.”

Luma stood up, finally having had enough. “You are not Goddess Elysia! I do not accept that you are the patron god of our world. You are a child of Elysium yourself, not the creator!”

Kye sighed and gave Luma and apologetic smile. “I can only tell you who I am. I cannot force you to believe it. The only thing that I insist on... I am not a god. Only Lady Eve, Lord Azreal, and Lord Ezra can claim to be gods.” Kye sighed again.

“You even speak of those names?” Luma grimaced and stood up, her hand on the hilt of her blade. “I...”

“Shall we go ahead and have that sparring match? Would the archbishop be okay with delaying this meeting until we are done?”

The archbishop, who had just entered as Kye insisted on not being a god, nodded. “That is fine. I will observe as well. Before that, I would like to formally introduce myself.”

Kye nodded and curtsied, introducing herself first. “I am Kye Akari of Nippon Sekai. It is a pleasure to meet you.”

The archbishop nodded and smiled. “Likewise, Lady Kye. I am Archbishop Carys Laevateinn of the Church of Elysium. I approve of a duel between you and Lady Luma.” He pounded his staff on the concrete floor and a reddish portal opened. “This will deliver us to an uninhabited region where the two of you can let properly let loose. Before we go, I would like to ask one question of you, Lady Kye, if you do not mind sharing personal information.”

Kye nodded. “Very well.”

“Lady Allison visited recently and informed me that Goddess Elysia had incarnated into Elysium nineteen years ago in Realm 4 on Nippon Sekai in New Tokyo. She said you would introduce yourself as ‘Kye Akari of Nippon Sekai.’ While I do believe Lady Allison, I asked her for private information that you would be able to answer yourself to prove you are her. She gave me several names of your past lives. If it is acceptable for you to answer and name five of them, it would ease my mind. Please understand that there is no obligation to answer, or if you would like to answer in private, I will gladly go through the portal with you before our companions to hear your answers privately.”

Kye shook her head. “I don’t mind answering that question right here and now. I’ll give you a few of the names that I’ve told her about. Shiori Sakaguchi, Catherine Lancet, Elise Arbelle, Chloe Archambault, Louise De La Fontaine, and Amelia Eckhart. That’s six.”

“Indeed.” Carys smiled and nodded. “I believe you are Lady Elysia. Lady Allison instructed me not to refer to you as ‘Goddess Elysia’ once your identity was confirmed. I am happy to have covered that and you will have my full support.”

Kye smiled. “Thank you, Lord Carys.”

He nodded and gestured at the portal. “Despite this, I can see the hesitation on Lady Luma’s face. I believe she wants to believe you, but has her own doubts to work through. I think this duel will help clear things up. Shall we?”

Kye nodded and turned to Luma. “Even if you do not choose to believe me, I am still willing to work with you for the good of this realm. My identity ultimately does not matter, only the deeds we need to perform.”

Luma’s eyes widened. I see. That all but confirms it. She has to be Elysia. Her way of thinking is identical. She even stated the name I knew her by in a past life. I wonder if she suspects me. Elysia knows me as Heidi Lumen and Luma the Ninety Ninth. She took a deep breath and readied herself, her face rid of doubt. “Yes. That is the truth. Let’s do this!” Her excitement quickly replaced all other emotions, the confidence on her face doing nothing to hide her desire to spar.

Kye grinned and stepped through the portal.

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