Chapter 236

In the royal capital, at the Grand Shrine.

Reina, who had decided on a winter vacation trip, announced it to the other priests and sisters.

"I'll be going on a trip during winter break. I won't need any guards. Everyone, please take care while I'm away."

"Eh..."

"Saint, that's..."

At Reina's words, the priests began to stir.

Reina is the Saint. Decades had passed since the previous Saint's death, and finally, a new Saint had been found.

It had been nearly a year since she was welcomed into the Grand Shrine.

Reina's prestige... and beauty were already known throughout the country.

"Um... Saint. I hesitate to say this, but..."

One of the sisters raised her hand and opened her mouth apologetically.

"What is it?"

"It would be troubling if you were absent, Saint. The academy is one thing, but during long breaks, we would prefer if you stayed at the Grand Shrine..."

"Why is that? I'm a student too, and I believe I have the right to take a break, don't I?"

Reina's argument was valid.

As the Saint, Reina had duties at the Grand Shrine in addition to her studies.

Reina had fulfilled those duties sufficiently and was now saying she wanted to go on a trip.

Since she had already completed her work, no one had the right to object.

"Um... there are many nobles. People who say they want to meet you, Lady Reina. They barged in during summer break too—it was quite a mess, you know?"

Many humans visited the Grand Shrine day and night hoping to catch a glimpse of the newly found Saint.

While she was attending the academy, it couldn't be helped.

Reina attending the academy was not only the Grand Shrine's decision but also the will of the royal family. No one could object.

The same applied to the evenings after the academy's classes ended.

Reina was engaged in work that only the Saint could do, and since she had no time, she could refuse by saying she couldn't accommodate them.

Since the Saint who studied during the day was also working at night, people were told not to bother her too much.

However... it was different during long breaks like summer or winter vacation.

Nobles, knowing the Saint was a student, would take the opportunity to come meet her.

Having to turn away nobles who donated large sums to the Grand Shrine was a headache for the priests.

"There are some people we simply can't handle. That's why we really would prefer if you stayed at the Grand Shrine, Saint..."

"There shouldn't be any problem. I already have permission from His Eminence the Cardinal."

Reina dismissed the sister's plea with a smile.

"I've already prepared potions imbued with my power in advance, so there should be no issue with healing requests. Divine energy infusion into the earth doesn't need to be done from the Grand Shrine—it can be done from anywhere. As for confessions and consultations, they don't necessarily have to be with me. There's no absolute reason I must reside at the Grand Shrine."

"Th-that may be true, but..."

"Still, a trip... It would be terrible if the Saint were put in danger..."

"That's right... We're worried about you, Saint..."

Other priests also began voicing their concerns.

Their reasons for trying to stop her weren't just about the visitors.

Reina was a beautiful and talented girl who charmed people regardless of gender.

All the priests and sisters gathered there were her devotees, and if Reina ordered them to 'do it,' they might even harm their own family.

Reina going on a trip during winter break. And with minimal guards.

There was no way they wouldn't be worried.

"As I've said many times... I already have permission from His Eminence the Cardinal. There's no issue."

"Ugh..."

As Reina repeated herself, the priests fell silent in frustration.

Since the Cardinal, the Grand Shrine's highest authority, had granted permission, ordinary priests and sisters had no say.

"Why would His Eminence the Cardinal..."

"Unbelievable... letting the Saint go outside..."

Some priests whispered complaints, making sure Reina couldn't hear them... but the reason the Cardinal gave permission was simple—there was no point in opposing her.

Reina may appear to be a delicate and lovely girl, but once she made up her mind, she would never change it.

If anyone tried to stop her, they would face punishment from the angels who protected her.

"Well then, I'm counting on you."

""""............""""

Reina gave a slight bow and then left the priests behind.

"Hey..."

"Yeah, let's do it..."

Watching Reina's retreating figure... the priests came to a reluctant resolution and nodded to one another.

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