Mage Legend

"Inappropriate?" Kuboert said, "I don't see anything inappropriate. Mage, imagine for a moment, the Light Saintess, this is the highest honor in the history of the Pate Temple. She will receive direct guidance from the Supreme Bishop and soon become a Priest mastering high-level divine skills. A whole squad of Paladins will obey her command, and every sacred Pate citizen will face her with the utmost reverence..."

"What use is this to her?" Lynch interrupted the Priest without courtesy, "As an Angel from the powerful Dawn Angel Clan, so-called divine arts don't hold much significance for them. As for the cheers, acclaim, and glory, they are all empty titles. Though I am not Soka's parent, I still hold responsibility for her. Such pompous things hold no meaning. Moreover, if strengthening Soka's abilities is truly needed, I can teach her spells, which are much better than those relying on divine power of Priest Magic."

Kuboert was immediately choked. If compared in terms of power, the gap between a Priest's divine arts and a Mage's arcane is vast. When a Great Mage can destroy small villages with a single Lightning Storm, Priests can only ignite a few houses. Although divine arts have special effects in healing wounds and removing diseases, to Angels who naturally have these abilities, these traits won't be valued.

"However..." Kuboert still did not give up. He knew well that only by persuading the Mage in front of him could he have the possibility of leaving with Soka: "Mage, imagine the impact a Light Saintess would have on the northern battle situation. Seeing an Angel descend would boost the soldiers' morale tremendously. They would grip their weapons firmly and fight bravely, steadfast in victory. Pate's Priests have long awaited a miracle, and the arrival of Angel Soka will solidify their resolve to fight. Once the Saintess speaks, some high-ranking Priests will even step out of the temple to join the front lines with soldiers. Ordinary people will be more enthusiastic in defending their homeland, thus aiding our Paladin troops more effectively. Besides, the descent of the Saintess Angel will further brighten our holy Pate image, and neighboring countries will be more determined about the victory in this war, ensuring reinforcements arrive as planned. Not to mention the blow to the enemies' morale and..."

"Priest!" Lynch waved his hand, "Your vision is good, and I even have a more perfect vision than yours. But do not forget, when a candle burns too brightly, it is also nearing the end of its life. If I were your enemy, I would employ all means to kill this Light Saintess. Moreover, a better approach would be to capture the Light Angel Lady for our side and then groom her into a 'Dark Saintess' or some other identity, to utterly crush the holy Pate's morale. Though Beastmen and Giants may not think of such ideas, the threat to Soka is evident."

"Our Paladins will be responsible for her safety," Kuboert said, "I can assure you of this."

"Do not speak of protection and responsibility in front of me," Lynch said, "If I wish, you couldn't even protect the bishop, let alone this little girl. In short, making Soka a pawn in your victory and sharing the threat of war on her behalf is unnecessary as I see it."

Having said this, the Mage took to the air, flying to Heather's lakeside ahead of the small boat. Clearly, he did not want to continue the discussion on the "Light Saintess."

Kuboert also quieted down, especially since his dispute with Lynch had drawn the elves' attention. Meeting the Elf Queen was one of his important goals and he could not let discontent with the Mage before him ruin his plans. He smiled at the rowing elf, regaining an elegant and confident demeanor.

Throughout the journey, Kuboert did not converse with Lynch again, which suited the Mage just fine. Led by several elves, they made their way to the palace. The Elf Queen should be conducting the midday prayer ceremony in the palace at this time.

Midway, they unexpectedly encountered Soka. The little Angel was running along the tree bridge with Princess Yilinrui. Upon seeing Lynch, she immediately turned to join the Mage's side.