The Saint Was the Devil’s Henchman

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Rumors about the holy water that Ethan had created spread not only to Velium, but also to nearby cities.

It was because of the people who received treatment in the temple.

“Hey, did you hear that? John the gardener’s son. He said that he coughed to meet, and after going to the temple for treatment, his lung disease was completely healed.”

“Rumors have already spread among people. There are no people on the street. They all went to the temple.”

“I thought it was a face-to-face event at the temple, but it really heals the sick. Wow, that’s amazing.”

“I heard that the holy water used there is very good. The effect is the same as the highest-grade holy water used by nobles, right?”

“What? Are you going to use such a precious thing on anyone?”

“That’s what I picked up anyway. A hunter who was attacked by a monster was taken to the temple, but when holy water was poured on the wound, a dazzling light came out. He went to the point of death and then came back to life.”

It wasn’t just that.

Those who had always had headaches had their heads cleared up.

For those whose wounds were getting deeper and deeper, the wounds did not heal.

For those who were injured by monsters, the healing speed of their wounds increased dramatically by just consuming holy water.

“Hey, that’s so tempting. Shall I go too?”

“Why would someone who is not sick go there?”

“It’s a panacea! In case you don’t know, it’s good to get it in advance.”

“Could you give us something like that?”

“is it? Aw, I’m sorry.”

In this way, footless rumors spread with the wind.

One of the two servants, who was talking, quietly lowered his voice.

“By the way… Wouldn’t this make our master’s situation a little more difficult?

“but. Myung-saek was the best healer in the empire, but the priest who suddenly appeared has made me lose face.”

“there! Why are you chatting without working?!”

The two servants were startled by the roar from afar.

“Hey, the butler is an old man! I have to go back to my area.”

“Oh, yes. Let’s have a drink after work.”

The two servants dispersed back and forth to my area.

Seeing this, the butler frowned.

The butler turned back and apologized to the guest.

“sorry. It looked like it could not be seen.”

Then, loud laughter echoed through the hallway.

“Hahaha, it’s fine. It’s better than a feud between the workers.”

The guest the butler was guiding was Blake, a disciple of Gugukdo.

The butler smiled reassuringly.

“I’m glad you think so. As a person who accepted even a request that everyone avoids, you are of great magnanimity. Thank you again for accepting the master’s request.”

“This has nothing to do with weight. It is the duty of a disciple of Gugeukdo to take the lead in things that people are reluctant to, even though they need justice.”

Blake resolutely lit his eyes.

“Yeah, that’s right.”

The butler tried to hide his embarrassment and stopped in front of the drawing room.

“The master is waiting inside.”

“Is he the one who explains the quest?”

“yes. Since it is an important matter, the owner said that he wanted to entrust the commission himself.”

“Right.”

Blake nodded his head broadly.

Upon entering the drawing room, the flower healer, Olivia Allen, was sitting on the sofa.

Without noticing that Blake had arrived, she was holding a small bottle of clear water and looking at it carefully.

“Master, Mr. Blake is here.”

At the butler’s words, Alan then looked at Blake.

She greeted Blake with a bright smile.

“welcome. Wasn’t the road to Velium difficult?”

“Don’t worry. My muscles don’t get tired from just traveling.”

“… … ?”

Alan tilted his head, then burst into laughter.

“Ahaha, you are such a fun person. I was worried if I would be able to handle the quest, but it saved me an hour. Please take a seat.”

But Blake didn’t move.

He stared intently at the small bottle Alan was holding.

‘I can feel the extraordinary divine power.’

Blake opened his mouth.

“What is that disease?”

“Ah, this is holy water. It’s a topic that’s been talked about in the capital lately. It was very difficult to find.”

“Sacred water? To be called simple holy water, the divine power feels quite strong.”

“yes. I heard it was made by the Saint Candidates. I haven’t used it yet, but seeing the divine power so clearly, it doesn’t seem like a hoax.”

Blake then nodded sternly.

There seemed to be some sense of pride mixed in that action.

“That saint candidate is my friend. Since it is the holy water he made, it is understandable that he is so full of divine power.”

“Oh yeah?”

“Not only his ability as a priest, but also his ability as a fighter is exceptional. I heard that the free treatment center this time is also run with the donations raised thanks to Ethan.

Alan burst out laughing involuntarily as Blake offered Ethan’s compliments.

Blake tilted his head.

“Why are you laughing? Did I say anything funny?”

“no. I wondered if there could be such a perfect person in the world. Priests are people too, is that possible?”

“Even if you are a client, you are offended. Are you laughing at my friend?”

Blake frowned.

Alan then stopped laughing and apologized.

“Well, I apologize if I offended you. But as you know, the recent corruption of the Pars Church is widely known. It is a group that puts even the donations made by ordinary people in need into my pocket. It may have been like when Saint Eileen was there, but I still can’t believe that such a saint candidate exists.”

“Heh, if you don’t talk about the quest and just keep bringing up unpleasant things, I’ll be back.”

Blake was properly offended.

The disciple of Gugukdo could not stand the insults he had against his close friend.

Alan then got up and grabbed Blake.

“Sorry. I will only talk about the quest from now on.”

“Hmm.”

Blake sat back down.

Even if I didn’t like it, I thought I could tell the difference between public life and life.

“Do you know what is happening in the Black Mountains lately? I want to entrust him with a commission.”

Blake knew it well.

Black Mountains.

It was located in the northern part of the empire, and there were originally a lot of monsters, but recently the number has increased even more, and people are leaving their homes.

Alan looked into Blake’s eyes and continued.

“As you are well aware, there are so many monsters in the area that you may have to risk your life. That’s why everyone was reluctant to take this quest.”

“But if I solve this quest, won’t I be able to save the suffering people?”

Blake’s eyes were determined.

However, unlike Blake, Allen did not entrust the commission with such a noble intention.

The incident made it difficult for herbalists to gather herbs, and Alan’s job was also disrupted.

Alan chuckled.

“However, there are conditions for this quest.”

“Something?”

“Your close friend, a saint candidate, I want you to solve the request with him.”

“what?”

“It’s amazing that a priest who makes this kind of holy water has the talent as a fighter. I can’t believe it unless I see it with my own eyes.”

Blake immediately frowned.

“Ethan is my friend. I can’t get him into a dangerous commission without asking his doctor.”

Alan then smiled meaningfully.

“it’s okay. I’m not going to ask you to convince your close friend yourself. Let’s make a donation to the Pars Church and ask. Even if you don’t know your close friends, do you think high-ranking people in the denomination will welcome donations?”

* * *

Ethan had been lying in bed for a long time and enjoying his rest.

But my heart was not at all light.

Ethan’s eyes sank deeply.

“My money… … .”

Ethan moaned a little.

This was the reason why I did not feel comfortable even after taking a break.

Of course, it was money I had never seen or touched.

But the thought of the money that might have come into his hands broke his heart.

“Ugh.”

It wasn’t just that.

Saxin was sore.

Not long ago, it was a mistake to make holy water by mixing divine magic as a test.

Holy water with divine magic exerted a surprising effect.

It was thanks to the amplification of divine power more than Ethan had expected.

Because of that, the denomination could not cope with the explosively increased demand for holy water.

The only answer was for Ethan to make holy water.

The holy water that Ethan made was spreading its reputation throughout the empire.

‘The mercenaries or knights must be seeing the effect.’

The holy water Ethan made was also in great demand among civilians.

However, mercenaries and knights were the main consumers.

It was natural.

The common people could not afford to pay for the holy water.

Moreover, the United Kingdom was suffering from the damage of the Anti-Magic War.

The Empire was no exception.

The aftermath of magical power from the Anti-Magic War still remained throughout the continent.

Originally, monsters were not gentle creatures, but it was after the Anti-Magic War that they began to run wild.

It was because of the influence of magic.

Therefore, the mercenaries and knights fighting against the monsters appearing everywhere wanted even a little better holy water.

“Still, the income is quite salty.”

Ethan muttered softly.

The problem was that he recklessly created holy water that was blessed with divine magic.

However, as Ethan, he also took care of what he needed to take care of.

Of course, the denomination gave Edan individual profits.

And, above all, in the process of making holy water several times, I became much more accustomed to dividing and controlling the divine magic.

It was to acquire delicate control in the process of making a large amount of holy water.

As a result, it became the training of divine magic.

That was then.

smart.

Someone knocked on the door.

Ethan frowned.

It was a car that was taking a sweet break after suffering for several days.

For Ethan, the late-night knock was an ominous sign.

Whoops.

But Ethan got up.

A throbbing pain covered his whole body.

‘Damn Blake! I haven’t gotten better with fighting with him yet.’

Ethan sighed inwardly and headed for the door.

It was something to be happy about that my skills improved.

However, it was an unfamiliar way to Ethan, who trained himself with dignity and wisdom as a dark wizard a hundred years ago.

‘Anyway, Blake said he has a job for the time being, and the Knicks child is also busy with treatment, so it’ll be fine.’

Ethan sighed and opened the door.

There was a familiar priest there.

What had happened recently flashed through his mind in an instant.

-Mason Priest.

just as expected?

“This is the Mason priest whom I met the other day.”

That’s how I introduced myself back then.

Even the face of the priest who visited was the same as before.

Soon, a notice like the blue sky was heard.

“We have received a request from the Church for the northern region of the Empire.”

Ethan made an impression.

I wanted to know what was going on.

But the priest recited the message without any agitation.

Ethan closed his eyes tightly and spoke.

It was an intuition that I gained through this life.

‘Who are you this time? Are you ignorant Blake? Or is it the ignorant Knicks?’

I had an intuition that the culprit was among the two.