At that time, the Sergeant, serving as the captain, executed multiple crusade missions alongside a group of priests in the church, with the Evil-breaking Bishop being one of their teammates.

Later, although the Sergeant didn't officially join the church, he returned to enlist at his homeland on the border. Their shared experience of fighting side by side remained in the priests' hearts, who still regarded him as their superior.

"As for this one..."

The incident with the Sect Followers was temporarily wrapped up, and the Evil-breaking Bishop turned his gaze to the familiar face beside him—the Fallen Hero he had met just yesterday, who was now completely different—and his expression was particularly nuanced.

The Fallen Hero, impatient for a long time, stood up abruptly, angrily glaring at the Evil-breaking Bishop.

"So, what exactly do you want!? Didn't I say that sword is mine!"

"Even if you say so..." The Evil-breaking Bishop didn't argue, just wiped the sweat off his forehead.

Although he had anticipated the broken sword might be repaired by the Hero, he never expected today's visitor to be such a vastly different young girl.

Seeing her rush into the church without a word, eager to take the Holy Artifact directly, as a Bishop, he couldn't just sit idly by.

Moreover, the girl exuded an aura that wasn't trustworthy; not taking her as a target for a crusade was him, the Evil-breaking Bishop, turning a blind eye.

Naturally, the Fallen Hero was unhappy being stopped yet didn't want to explain properly, and she began scolding the Evil-breaking Bishop mercilessly.

The Evil-breaking Bishop had grievances but dared not retaliate; fortunately, the Sergeant was beside him and managed, through persuasion, to make the Fallen Hero quiet down and reluctantly explain a few things.

"Since this is the will of the Eternal Holy Sword, I naturally won't stand in the way."

Though having heard the Saintess can directly communicate with the Eternal Holy Sword, the fact that the young girl before him could do the same took the Evil-breaking Bishop by surprise.

He rubbed his hands together, forcing a polite smile.

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"I don't know how things are going on her side, but it's just taking a sword; hopefully, it won't cause any big problems, right?"

Recalling the Omen Light that had been flashing earlier, the Hero dared not be sure.

But she still decided to focus on the matter at hand.

"You mean, you want to try healing my soul wound?"

After hearing the Hero's suggestion, the old Pope was silent for a moment, then confirmed what the Hero had said.

"Yes, my Talent Ability allows me to convert Ether to various elements, including those for healing. Though I'm unsure how effective it would be for your situation, we should give it a try."

The Hero nodded seriously, saying.

"I know you worry about others healing, fearing it might cause them pollution, but that's not a concern with me, right?"

"...Not necessarily, my situation might be more severe than you imagine."

The old man intended to shake his head in refusal but slowly nodded under the Hero's firm gaze.

"Alright, you may try, but if you show any signs of pollution, I'll toss you out of the Cathedral immediately—is that okay?"

"Yes, one should never abandon their life!" Seeing his consent, the Hero smiled sincerely, then moved behind the old Pope and put her hands on his temples.

Under the envelopment of white light, the old man slowly closed his eyes—

[Hero skill activation: Unpaid Love (D Constitution, Medical Care +20), Grudge (Minimum 0.5), Dawn Battle Maiden (Special Attack +99)]

D106+105+99+20=d106(49)+105+99+20=273

[Nether Sea Dream Erosion Group: Dream of Dazzling White City (LV limit 66+7 (Pope rank)=73)]

D635=d635(23)=23

[Saintess's Precepts]

D972=d972(893)=893

The Hero closed their eyes, and the Circular Holy Mark belonging to the Healer profession on their abdomen glowed with a soft red light as Magic Power continued to flow.

The Hero's mind, along with the gentle white light blooming on their hands, penetrated into the elder's soul.

During internship as a nurse at the border hospital, the President of the Healer Association had shared thoughts on this ability with the Hero.

At that time, the youthfully-preserved President said this.

"Hero, your ability is undoubtedly excellent, but I hope you refrain from using it as much as possible during your internship here.

"Because this ability is not part of a Healer's skill; it can't be replicated, learned, promoted, or inherited."

Most life professions prioritize skills and knowledge that can be reliably mastered, even for Ancient Method of Forging affected by various factors; craftsmen have their own set of experience and legacy.

"Only relying on an individual's contribution and dedication can save a limited number of people, which is the foundation for the guild system to be established.

"An individual's Magic Power is limited; even the most selfless Cleric cannot cure all the sick in the world,

"but correct hygiene knowledge and simple healing magic can be mastered by most people. Having this knowledge can prevent many diseases and deal with injuries that won't pose a threat to life if treated promptly."

Saying this, the somewhat young face of the Healer Association President showed some traces of the vicissitudes, clearly having seen too much in their years of practice.

"But don't misunderstand me; I am not saying your ability is bad—it's undoubtedly a gentle and unique power that only you possess."

Shaking the hand that had been healed by the Hero, the President smiled and said.

"Creating Ether entities with Magic Power and gradually transforming them into real flesh; most wounds and illnesses can be healed by this method.

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