The Crimson Magister Chapter 104: V3-C32: The Pantheon

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V3-C32: The Pantheon Her eyes were glued to Hikari, her head was tilted, and a small hum resonated from within her. Not mindless war machines? I doubt that. Aqua frowned, and she leaned forward, “There is nothing you can do to make amends for what your kind has done to me. Your goddess is a despicable existence that deserves to be expunged from the world.” She spoke about the unknown goddess with disdain, making Hikari reel back. She felt the power emanating from Aqua. However, she refused to show fear, instead, she stared into Aqua’s blue eyes with a serious expression. “I do not know what happened, but please do not insult my goddess. I can tell you dislike me for some reason, but Lady Lan is truly wonderful. I know you are a reasonable woman. Please think before you insult me. Did I personally do anything to warrant such ire?” No reason? No reason?! Aqua screamed internally. The woman was making her blood boil; however, she could tell that her behavior was unacceptable. She should not antagonize gods nor their willing slaves. “I suppose, but—” Her sentence was interrupted by the only blessed child she could tolerate. “Lady Hikari, please forgive Aqua’s outburst. Blessed Children and her… have history.” Azure defended Aqua. “Hm, I can tell. I am not insulted, but I am curious. I was serious about punishing them. I am aware of how some blessed children operate, especially Ilya. I personally only recently arrived in this kingdom, but I know Ilya was supposed to come too due to her goddess’ decree.” Azure leaned on Aqua’s shoulder. “Come on, Aqua. She might be a blessed child but I am one too aren't I?” Aqua grumbled and turned her gaze toward the door. “I suppose I can tolerate her if Azu says so...” The priestess smiled warmly, “Perfect, it means we can become friends eventually, and also…” Her gaze snapped to Azu. “I did not realize you were also a blessed child, Lady Hallowshield. May I ask which god you serve?” Aqua pretended not to hear the disgusting words coming out of Hikari’s mouth. “I…” Azure’s eyes darted around. It was unwise to speak of Laleyn in public. “I will tell you later on, Lady Hikari.” Hikari rubbed her chin and smiled. “That’s fine, I suppose it’s one of the more feared deities, but we must learn to give respect to all gods equally, be they considered evil or good. We, mere mortals, do not know why they behave in the way they do, for their will is beyond our comprehension.” The words made Aqua scoff and turn her gaze away from the elven priestess. Soon after the doors of the classroom opened, an elf of shorter stature strutted into the room. He quickly took the stage and spoke. “Greetings, students of Onost Academy. I am Zora. I will be your instructor on religion and also your homeroom teacher.” All gathered students focused on the man, his stance was straight and resolute. His eyes scrutinized everyone present. “First, let me make one thing clear to you all. No matter what rank of nobility you are, you are equal in this institution.” His gaze met Aqua’s and then Azure’s. “Even if you are the champion or a royal, it matters not. What matters to me as your instructor is that you have a deep lust for learning.” Aqua’s grin widened, and she nodded. She leaned forward and focused on the instructor’s words. I am curious, tell me everything. The teacher put his hands behind his back and paced back and forth on his stand. “Let me not waste more of your time. You joined a class on Religion because you wish to deepen your knowledge of religious practices and general knowledge of those great entities who rule our lives.” “Most of you already know of your family patron. However, we must know them all, lest we displease a being whose very appearance could shatter our world.” The man was right, the gods were fickle entities that could and would destroy entire cities if they were displeased, thus it made a great deal of sense that the students would be taught to revere every single one. “First, while most of you are