As Bai Yue Ling quietly pleaded with the Goddess of Judgment, the Chamber of Judgment fell into a profound silence.
All eyes were fixed on her back, awaiting the outcome of the divine judgment.
Bathed in the radiant Judgment Divine Light, Bai Yue Ling’s image transformed dramatically.
No longer the arrogant, cheeky brat, she exuded a graceful, devout aura, resembling a true follower of the Goddess of Judgment.
Even Taoxia, the Grand Archbishop of Judgment, had to admit that Bai Yue Ling’s prayerful demeanor surpassed the beauty of any devotee she had ever seen.
That is, if one ignored the slight trembling of her hips due to nervousness.
“Does the Goddess’s judgment take this long?” Shi Qianla whispered to Aiya. “If the Goddess truly delivers judgment, what about you and me… Aiya, Aiya?”
Aiya seemed lost in a trance, staring at Bai Yue Ling’s back, murmuring, “I’m so jealous of Lady Taoxia—she gets such a clear view…”
“Hey! What are you saying? If you want to look, go fight for it!” Shi Qianla retorted.
“I’m a Holy Knight; I can’t do such filthy things…” Aiya replied.
“But right now, you look more like a pervert!” Shi Qianla shot back.
Compared to the lively banter between the knight and the secretary, Sistana remained calm and composed.
Her gaze lingered on the Emerald Crown atop Bai Yue Ling’s head.
It was a divine relic once worn by the Goddess of Nature during her descent. Such artifacts bore faint sentience and would never accept an enemy of the Dark Faction as their master.
Yet Bai Yue Ling wore the Emerald Crown effortlessly, a testament to her alignment.
On the other side, Huilian Rose sighed softly.
Not long ago, upon learning that an Otherworld Traveler had defeated the legendary Slime Queen, her first reaction was overwhelming joy.
In her eyes, this Priest Hero could become a leader among Otherworld Travelers.
By allying with Priest Hero, Huilian could leverage her fame and influence to spread her ideals of peace to the vast community of Otherworld Travelers, contributing to world peace.
But now, that plan seemed nearly impossible.
She noticed Viki’s confident expression.
Knowing her sister well, Huilian recognized that Viki only displayed such confidence when certain of victory.
Indeed, Viki was brimming with assurance.
She couldn’t fathom any reason she’d lose.
She was certain she had sensed a distinct, corruptive dark aura from Bai Yue Ling.
If even she could feel it, surely the Goddess of Judgment could too.
As one of the Light Faction’s deities, the Goddess of Judgment would never allow her Chosen, Aiya, to be tainted by darkness.
The vengeful Goddess had no reason to spare Bai Yue Ling, the mastermind behind it.
Everything was set: Priest Hero would be exposed as a Dark Faction spy, imprisoned in the deepest Underground Prison, and subjected to endless torment.
Meanwhile, Viki would save Aiya and Shi Qianla from darkness, restoring them to the light. She’d amass power, defeat her three sisters, and claim the throne of the Rose Kingdom.
As queen, she’d have the strength to alter the war-torn, destructive future she foresaw.
Suddenly, everyone felt the pressure lift, signaling the Goddess of Judgment’s departure.
The central balance, inscribed with “Good” and “Evil,” began to sway.
Viki smirked, envisioning the “Evil” side crashing down.
But the balance tilted… toward “Good”!
…
Bai Yue Ling rose slowly, her silver hair flowing as if stirred by an unseen breeze, faint white wings shimmering behind her, like an angel descending from the Heavenly Kingdom.
“Impossible!” Viki’s eyes widened, her mouth agape in disbelief.
The Goddess of Judgment had declared her innocent!
Shi Qianla and Huilian were slightly stunned, while Sistana and Taoxia remained expressionless. Only Aiya seemed unsurprised.
When Bai Yue Ling corrupted Aiya, the Goddess had spared her, so why would she strike now?
Bathed in the Judgment Divine Light, Bai Yue Ling felt reborn, quietly exhaling in relief.
Her devout pleas had worked—the Goddess spared her again.
She strode forward to Viki, flashing a playful, mocking smile. “Third Princess, I’m a Light Faction member personally endorsed by the Goddess.”
Viki swayed, her breathing quickening.
How could this be?
The dark, corruptive aura was so real—how could the Goddess miss it?
Was she deliberately ignoring it? Impossible!
The Light Faction and Dark Faction were sworn enemies, their blood feud predating the God War.
As a Light Goddess, the Goddess of Judgment had no reason to shield a Dark Faction member.
Unless… Priest Hero was never part of the Dark Faction to begin with.
But how could that explain the dark, corruptive power… or how she undid Aiya and Shi Qianla’s brainwashing?
Viki’s mind reeled with endless questions, all shattered by the Goddess’s verdict.
“What’s wrong, Your Highness? Feeling unwell?” Bai Yue Ling tiptoed, savoring the sweat on Viki’s pale face. “I’m not a Dark Faction spy. That must disappoint you.”
Viki panted softly, biting her lip, forcing a smile. “No such thing. I’m thrilled for you.”
Despite her doubts, Viki had to admit her plan had failed.
The Goddess had let her go—why?
But no matter. As a Rose Kingdom princess, she had countless future opportunities, far beyond a mere Otherworld Traveler like Bai Yue Ling.
As Viki turned to leave, Bai Yue Ling blocked her path.
“Sorry, Your Highness,” Bai Yue Ling smiled. “Your turn’s over. Now… it’s my turn!”
Viki frowned. “Your turn?”
Bai Yue Ling clapped her hands, and a pale blue Slime slithered in from the door.
“Let me introduce my pet from the Slime Nest.”
She scooped up the Slime, pulling a stack of papers from its slimy, glistening body.
“Miss Sistana, didn’t you ask me to investigate the black-clad figures?”
Bai Yue Ling waved the sticky papers, pointing at Viki. “These are proof of Third Princess Viki’s collusion with the black-clad figures!”