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Never touch Eldmia Egga - Episode 207

The mountain range that crosses between human territory and demon territory is extremely rugged..

Not only was the terrain rough, but the monsters that appeared were also threatening, so there were only a handful of people traveling between the two sides through this place. Before the war and after the war.

Demons were no exception, but their situation was better than that of humans due to their naturally superior bodies and abilities. So, sometimes those with unavoidable circumstances or goals crossed into human territory through the mountain range. Most of the time it ended up being bad, but that didn't really matter to those who had a reason to move on..

The same was true for those running through the frosty forest that was now starting to get dark..

The five people wearing thick cloaks made of demon beast skin like uniforms were clearly demons. The hood, which was pressed down deeply to avoid the cold, was literally just to avoid the cold, and it had holes in it to remove the horns, and the horns sticking out of there were showing off their presence without hesitation..

Even though they were moving at high speeds, they maintained disciplined movements and were like soldiers. If others had seen him, they would have thought he was truly a soldier. Over the past seven years, the number of non-soldiers crossing the mountain range has only been counted on one hand..

In the meantime, when the person running among them raises his hand, the eyes of everyone except the demon who was running ahead turn towards him..

"stop."

Those who stopped at the same time as if they had made a promise with that one word, which was neither small nor large, turned and began to look at the person in the middle..

He was a person of such small stature that it seemed as if he would be crushed by the particularly large circular shield on his back. That doesn't mean he's short or anything. It's just that the shield and the surrounding characters are so large that they stand out more. The person who looked around without paying any attention to their gaze slowly opened his mouth..

"Let's prepare for camping here. According to the information, there is a high probability of encountering demonic beasts from here on out.."

I don't know how long it had been since we hadn't talked, but the deep voice was that of a slightly younger girl. The demons made no objection to her command and went about preparing for rest in perfect order. The girl put down the shield she was carrying and took off her hood as she watched the people diligently carrying out their duties - preparing her campfire, clearing snow, planting things in the surrounding trees and chanting spells..

The first thing that catches your eye is the horns that grow from behind the ears, curve like those of a large mountain goat, and rise above the forehead. The pure white and distinct facial features underneath are sharp, unlike the expression that is slightly relaxed due to a long journey, and the two closed eyes are extremely peaceful, like those of someone who is asleep. The demon girl let out her sword-purple hair that was roughly tied back and let out a long breath, then sat down on her knees and took up her position for her prayers. Then, one by one, other demons gathered around her, took off her hood, and began to kneel before her..

The girl, whose eyes were still closed, began to chant softly..

"Thank you for your grace and protection from the Epaga I drank today.."

"Thank you for supporting us through the ongoing hardships...."

Those who recited the prayers to the demon god were extremely serious. After praying without any sign of annoyance to anyone, they sat down around the bonfire in the prepared camp and began eating quietly..

It was by no means a common sight. It's not that they don't talk because their relationship is awkward, but the way they eat in silence, excluding unnecessary conversation, like monks practicing silence, is even reverent..

Has it been about ten minutes like that? In the bottomless silence, someone opened their mouth..

"Can I ask you one question??"

"Please speak."

The demon opened his mouth as he looked at the girl who naturally responded as if the question was directed at him, but he couldn't get the story out easily. The way she seemed to choose her words calmly drew more and more attention from others, but she didn't let that raise questions..

The demons' gaze shifted to the girl, as if they understood what he wanted to ask but had no idea what the answer would be..

Unlike when she looked at the demon who spoke, the girl calmly received the gaze filled with strange anticipation and spoke without losing her composure..

"Do you really want to ask if I should go??"

"...Sorry, yes. you're right. I still don't understand."

Is the girl weak? If anyone were to ask this, everyone would say no. Her shield could not be pushed, and her mace was powerful enough to crush the heads of witches with a single blow. No one questions her ability to choose and move forward on this dangerous path..

Is the girl being unreasonable? Even if you ask, everyone will unanimously say no. The girl doesn't force herself. Just do what needs to be done. That is why they were able to follow her on this long journey without any hesitation..

Nevertheless, there was only one reason why they wanted to hear the girl's answer. Because I didn't know why the girl was going on this very sudden journey..

In the chaos caused by war, cultists who spread false beliefs by selling the name of the demon god have always existed. Finding and judging such people has always been a thing. Therefore, moving for that purpose was natural and did not raise any questions..

But it's a different story with a girl.

Despite numerous oppositions within the church, it was not common for a saint to personally take action to eradicate a trivial cult..

"yes. I must be with you."

Nevertheless, the girl answered with confidence. It was an unwavering response, just like when she was first declared a saint of the Demon God Cult. In fact, that alone was a sufficient answer, so the deep doubts of the demons faded away like lies. Instead, there was only mild curiosity..

"Is it an oracle??"

"no. If it were an oracle, it would have been enough just to send you.."

A trust is a fixed future. Whether it is an unfortunate incident or something unavoidable, it is like an event that will inevitably happen. If it was an oracle that gave a result that would not change even if a three-year-old baby was sent, there was no reason for her to move..

"I received a revelation."

God's voice was becoming increasingly faint, but this time it was different. It was a teaching more clear than ever. That's why I went forward despite everyone's opposition. I originally tried to move alone, but out of respect for the church's will to never compromise on this part, I had to go with people who could be called a kind of bodyguard..

"A revelation that in the process of punishing cultists... your eyes will be opened to new understanding.."

The moment the word revelation came out, the demons took a deep breath and began to pray. When the girl, who was actually a saint, saw that appearance, she thought she was truly a saint..

"I have no intention of doubting Epaga's will, but I still have concerns about the fact that it is human territory. It will be very dangerous if you don't move quickly.."

The concerns expressed by the other demons, who had cleared their religious doubts and felt much more at ease, were indeed valid. No matter how remote it may be, it was ultimately a problem that occurred within the territory of a country in the midst of a war. It will be clear that there is a threat lurking on a completely different level from the demon spirit that can be visited in the city with peace of mind, and it will be tiring and have many variables..

"Even more so... what trials await us?."

Sometimes mercifully, sometimes infinitely cruel. Revelation has always brought tests and rewards to them in various forms. As long as they were committed to their faith, they were always ready to humbly accept such trials, but that did not stop them from turning their eyes away from the threats of reality..

"Just pursuing faith. Because I do not pursue fanaticism."

"...Enlightenment will always be with you in warmth as long as you do not distort His will with your mortal mind.."

As the prayer continued as if it had been promised, the anxiety that had briefly stirred coolly subsided..

"I understand the anxiety you have, brothers. I know that this wavering is not due to concern for personal advancement, but out of concern for all brothers and sisters in the church, including other brothers present here. The current reality is that we have no choice but to worry that our movement could lead to persecution if we make a mistake.."

When the girl's eyes, which had been closed until now, opened, her silver-white eyes, as if they had been moved by the moon, began to shine with a different color..

"It's hard for me to explain clearly because I've only seen part of the revelation, but you don't have to worry. This revelation... will definitely be of great help to us.."

Deoni Vire, a saint and crusader of the Demon God Church, spoke with a firm tone that did not waver at all..