Strength: 357

Agility: 10

Constitution: 79

Intelligence: 357

Perception: 357

Charm: 357

Skill: In sealing status, no skill available.

Special Skill:

Severing Response: Perceive the concept of restraint possessed by the target, and use the corresponding attribute for liberation.

[The Hero's determined oath is—]

1~8. Extinct all Goblins in the world

9. Other ♛

10. Critical Success/Extreme Failure

D10=d10(9)=9

→☆→☆→☆→✧←★←★←★←

The curtain of rainbow light unfolds like a dream, veiling the sight of the crowd in the plaza and the Pope's figure silently disappears behind the glimmering radiance.

Under the gigantic monument, fifty-five Saintess Candidates are either looking at each other in confusion or bowing their heads in reflection.

The Heroic Soul Monument stands tall, resembling a towering city wall upon closer inspection, wide enough for fifty-five women to stand shoulder to shoulder without needing to queue up to touch it.

The carefully designed array set up in the plaza ensures that once candidates make their pledges in front of the monument, they are transported to the sealed area where the Legacy of Liberation is held, confronting the impact of the Power of Liberation directly.

They all understand that the selection of Saintess is conducted in a semi-public manner. Their actions during the selection process will not be fully revealed to the public; often, only the final results are announced.

However, at the same time, they also understand that although the Pope has left the scene, the high-ranking officials of the church, including the bishops of various cathedrals, cardinals of the Holy Hall, and the leader of the Holy Knight Order, are silently observing their every move through the magic array broadcast.

Yet, for a moment, no one stepped forward.

Power of Liberation, Legacy of Saintess...

Though the church has adorned this relic with many grand names, the candidates present tacitly understand—even if they have not heard it directly from the Pope—that it is actually a curse that has been sealed.

The Liberation Saintess, who was brutally murdered by the Curse Absorption Demon, left this curse for her successor, the Divine Knowledge Saintess.

The Saintess Candidates here, even if they are legendary and revered by thousands, dare not claim they can definitely withstand such power.

Despite multiple precautions ensuring their safety, if their pledge is broken, their will shall also collapse, possibly resulting in a lifetime's devastation.

What kind of determination and oath must be made to pass this trial and demonstrate one's will before the high-ranking officials of the church?

Though none of the women here are novices, evidently, no one could make a decision immediately after the ceremony began.

The first round of selection has no time limit, but everyone understands that prolonged hesitation will only drain one's spirit, and doubts will become the source of retreat and cowardice.

The Hero silently gazes at the monument reaching to the sky.

[The Hero's thoughts (Intelligence 145, Sunshine +10, minimum guarantee 50)]

D105+50=d105(77)+50=127

For her, there wasn't much to hesitate about in this initial test. As soon as the Pope's words finished, she was almost ready to step forward and place her hand on the monument to make her oath.

Extinct all Goblins in the world—this has long been her life's goal, a career worth dedicating a lifetime of struggle.

Whether for revenge or protection, she believes this determination won't waver due to any circumstance.

Some may scoff at the impossibility of this goal, some may believe there are greater causes, but through the many experiences the Hero has faced, this resolve has not diminished; it has only grown stronger.

Killing Goblins may indeed seem a clumsy method, but the results she has accumulated since becoming a Hero have truly helped a great many people.

Even if a more valuable and meaningful action exists, it may not necessarily suit oneself.

She only needs to continue on, doing everything she can in the way that suits her, and is able to do.

[Saintess's Precepts]

D972=d972(678)=678

'In that case, what need is there to pledge about it?'

But just as the Hero was about to step forward, a peaceful echo resounded from her completed contemplation, causing her lifted foot to slowly lower back, plunging her into thought once more.

A pledge is a self-restraint, a confirmation of direction, not a repetition of what is naturally expected.

Just as one wouldn't pledge to continue breathing, nor pledge to never breathe.

'You won't refuse a promising future just because it's guided by others; that's needless rebellion.

'You are on the right path, this you and I both know full well.'

Countless people cheer for her arrival, countless are saved because of her battles.

Golden threads of illusion fall from the unseen void, embroidering more exquisite and holy patterns onto Hero's white robe.

'The pledge I ought to make is—'

[The Hero's next action—]

1. The Hero steps forward without thinking

2. The Hero looks at the people outside the barrier

3. The Hero hears a voice

4. The Hero closes her eyes

5. Greetings from the Nun on the Isolated Island

6. The Tree Shepherd Priest asks the Hero

7. The Noble Lady came to the Hero's side

8. Curse of the Liberation Saintess

9. No need for a pledge

10. Critical Success/Extreme Failure

D10=d10(7)=7

♛: The Noble Lady came to the Hero's side

"—Hero sister."

A cool touch came from her hand, the slightly tense call in her ear awakened the Hero from her contemplation.

She blinked her Emerald Eye in surprise, turning to see the Noble Lady who had somehow arrived beside her.

"What's wrong?" the Hero asked in confusion.

They had already greeted each other back in the Cathedral, so there was no overwhelming emotion of reunion in front of the public.

After all, being close friends, some changes and time cannot make them unfamiliar with each other.

[The Noble Lady's next action—]

1.5. Let's make the pledge together

2.6. I hope you will pledge for yourself

3.7. My pledge is to protect you

4.8. Do you think you should move forward?

9.—Let's compete!

10. Critical Success/Extreme Failure

D10=d10(2)=2

♛: I hope you will pledge for yourself

→☆→☆→☆→✧←★←★←★←

As the Noble Lady approached the Hero, the surrounding Saintess Candidates inadvertently cast their gazes over.

This Saintess selection has gathered an unprecedented number of candidates, but among this crowd, the Hero and the Noble Lady are unmistakably prominent figures.

One is unknown but has quickly risen to become the most dazzling star in the Holy City within months of officially becoming a Nun; the other holds a distinguished identity, being the sole daughter of the Border Count, and similarly joined the church recently, receiving full support from an emerging powerful faction...

—Such exceptions have never appeared in previous selections.

During her time in the Holy City, the Noble Lady had brief exchanges with other candidates, but they were merely polite nods, and the Hero almost never met with others.

Though the two had already conversed in the Cathedral, now seeing their relationship seems closer than imagined, many candidates are curious.

However, this attention did not last long. The candidates withdrew their gaze, focusing on the challenge ahead.

Not all present have ambitions for the Saintess position, but even if they're only aiming to align with the future Saintess, seeking a place, they must not be eliminated in the first test—or all hopes will be dashed.

Meanwhile, the Noble Lady, disregarding the various thoughtful gazes of others, tightly held the Hero's hand, looking intently into her Emerald Green eyes.

The Hero is not notably tall, rarely having the chance to slightly lower her gaze to the person before her, nor often perceiving such complex emotions from others.

It is not merely trust, nor pure worry but a marvelous mix—both believing she can forge ahead and worrying whether she has properly taken care of herself before starting off.

"To pledge for oneself…" the Hero softly repeated the Noble Lady's earnest request, deep in thought.

[The Hero's thoughts]

1.5. I understand

2.6. Do you think I'm a selfless person?

3.7. I see

4.8. Sorry

9. It's not time for you to worry about me

10. Critical Success/Extreme Failure

D10=d10(10)=10

Note: Critical Success means responding, Extreme Failure means remaining silent.

D2=d2(1)=1

♛: Critical Success

[The Hero activates skill: Omen Light]

D120=d120(64)=64(+1)

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