The Devil Does Not Need to Be Defeated

Chapter 531: “I Have Seen Her.”

After Shien and Melika’s intimate encounter, Nadue, as an observer, naturally knew everything.

However, she chose not to intervene.

If Nadue had wanted to intervene, she wouldn’t have remained on the sidelines while Shien was acting like a “beast.”

Nalue’s choice to remain a bystander revealed her stance on this matter.

So, why did Nadue choose to do nothing?

There were two reasons.

First, as a goddess, she could guide humans toward the right path, but she shouldn’t interfere excessively in their lives. This was the Divine Race’s way of dealing with humans. They would only guide, never intervene or interfere. Otherwise, they would just be raising puppets, which wasn’t the Divine Race’s original intention for creating humans. They created humans not as subservient beings, but as a force capable of helping them resist the Demon Race.

Therefore, gods would only guide humans, not interfere in their lives, allowing them enough freedom and possibilities for growth. Even setbacks and sadness would help them mature.

Thus, Nadue wouldn’t stop any elf from falling in love, even if it ended tragically. It was their choice. She could offer advice and guidance, but not control their decisions.

Nalue would only watch over them silently, never imposing her own values.

Not just Nadue, but all goddesses did this, viewing the lives of humans as a form of training and growth for themselves.

This was also why Anima objected so strongly when Lildas tried to interfere with Lucy’s marriage.

Interfering in the lives of humans was unacceptable.

Therefore, Nadue wouldn’t judge Shien and Melika.

Second, Nadue also knew that the reason why love between elves and other races always ended tragically was the difference in their lifespans. This difference prevented elves from having a happy ending with their loved ones. They would inevitably have to watch their beloved grow old and die while they remained young. This wasn’t something elves could accept.

However, Shien wouldn’t have this problem.

Why?

Only Nadue knew the reason.

(Possessing the Mother Goddess’s blessing, this Hero will be protected by the world.)

Those protected by the world would thrive and be safe, even in the face of great disasters.

Shien was like this, constantly protected by the world, always having a chance to escape danger.

In the future, even when Shien reached the end of his lifespan, he would definitely be guided by the world and find a way to overcome this difficulty.

This was the true chosen one.

So far, everything Shien did had gone smoothly, with little danger. Besides his own cheat abilities, the world’s protection also played a crucial role.

Moreover, Shien’s blessing actually encompassed the effects of all the goddesses’ blessings.

[Blessing of the Goddess of Fate].

[Blessing of the Goddess of Nature].

[Blessing of the Goddess of Life].

Including the blessings of the Three Goddesses, Shien’s blessing contained the effects of all the Divine Race goddesses’ blessings.

And among them, the blessing of Anima, the Goddess of Life, had the effect of “receiving the protection of life.”

In other words, those blessed by the Goddess of Life would have a very strong life force.

And a strong life force directly affected one’s lifespan.

Those blessed by the Goddess of Life always had long lifespans, even if they couldn’t live for a thousand years, several hundred years was guaranteed.

Moreover, if Shien reached the transcendent level and surpassed the limits of life, his life force would undergo a transformation and sublimation. His lifespan might even be longer than Melika’s.

In other words, unless he died an unnatural death, Shien didn’t need to worry about his lifespan.

Nalue knew this clearly, so she wasn’t worried about the relationship between Shien and Melika.

On the contrary, this was a great opportunity for the Elven Race, who usually only experienced tragic love, to have a happy ending. This might even be a good thing for the Elven Race.

Therefore, Nadue had no intention, nor any need, to stop Shien and Melika.

She even wanted to foster a good relationship between Shien and the Elven Race.

This was also one of her purposes for appearing in the Divine Realm and meeting with Shien in the temple.

After this incident, the elves would definitely know that their patron goddess, the Goddess of Nature, had chosen to accept and befriend Shien, and they would no longer be so wary of him.

And as long as the elves weren’t wary of Shien, with his nature-loving aura, wouldn’t it be just a matter of time before they became friends?

Nalue had this plan in mind.

This Goddess of Nature firmly held to her stance of only guiding, not interfering.

At least, in Nadue’s view, befriending Shien was definitely a good thing.

As for the reason…

“The reason for the dramatic increase in Melika’s magic power is actually you, Hero from another world.”

Nadue’s sudden words made Shien and Melika freeze.

“The reason is me?” Shien was stunned.

“Mr. Shien?” Melika also looked stunned.

Nadue looked at Shien.

“I won’t hide it any longer.” Nadue stared at Shien and said, “If I’m not mistaken, the blessing you possess should be the blessing of Omniis, the Mother Goddess of our Divine Race, the creator of the world, the truly omnipotent goddess, right?”

Shien’s eyes narrowed, and he fell silent.

Melika was shocked.

“The Supreme God’s blessing…!?”

Melika looked at Shien in disbelief. Mr. Shien possessed the Supreme God’s blessing…? Was this a joke?

Unfortunately, it wasn’t.

“…If you’re asking if that’s true, then I don’t mind answering.”

After a moment of silence, Shien raised his head calmly and replied,

“The blessing I possess is indeed called—[Supreme God’s Blessing].”

Shien admitted it.

He admitted this shocking fact that could shake the entire world.

“As expected…”

Nadue exhaled.

Although she had already guessed it and was quite certain, Nadue hadn’t completely ruled out other possibilities until she heard Shien admit it himself.

Now, with Shien’s confirmation, Nadue was certain.

“This…”

Melika covered her mouth, unable to hide her shock.

She knew that Shien was the Hero, a Hero who shouldn’t have appeared, and that he must have a huge secret.

But Melika was considerate and didn’t pry, or rather, she felt she wasn’t qualified to pry. Like the other members of Vivian’s squad, she never mentioned this matter in front of outsiders.

Even among themselves, they rarely talked about it.

This was to protect Shien’s privacy, his secret, and allow him to live peacefully in this world.

Who would have thought that this secret, only slightly revealed, was so terrifying?

The Supreme God’s blessing?

Was this a blessing a human could obtain?

Wasn’t the highest level of blessing recognized by people the blessings of the Three Goddesses?

Even Heroes were blessed by the Three Goddesses, weren’t they?

Melika’s mind was in a whirl.

She had never heard of anyone receiving the Supreme God’s blessing, including past Heroes and renowned figures.

But Shien had exceeded everyone’s expectations, making Melika have the absurd thought, “So, the Supreme God can also bestow blessings?”

Melika was confused and at a loss.

Nadue, however, couldn’t help but ask,

“I heard from Anima that you don’t know why you were summoned to this world, and you don’t know anything about the Hero Summoning, right?”

Nadue stared intently at Shien.

“That’s right.” Shien said calmly, “When I came to my senses, I was already in a monster forest, with nothing but the Holy Sword by my side. I only learned about the Hero and the Hero Summoning later, so I don’t know why I was summoned, or why I appeared in that place.”

This was the excuse Shien used with Anima.

Now, he used it again with Nadue.

Regarding Nien, Shien had been told not to tell any of the Divine Race goddesses.

Shien didn’t intend to betray Nien and reveal everything to the Goddess of Nature, whom he was meeting for the first time.

If Nadue wanted to pursue this matter, she would be disappointed.

However, just as Shien thought this…

“I won’t ask about unnecessary matters, but I hope you can tell me one thing. Consider it a personal request.”

Nadue bit her lip.

“What is it?”

Shien looked at Nadue.

Nadue hesitated for a moment, then looked up at Shien.

“Have you seen the Supreme God, Omniis, our Mother Goddess?”

When these words left Nadue’s lips, Shien was speechless.

Because, at this moment, there was no inquiry about his secrets, no suspicion about his words, in Nadue’s eyes, only a faint, burning, and anxious anticipation.

Yes.

Anticipation.

This goddess was hoping to hear news of her Mother Goddess from Shien.

Not for anything else, but for the sake of her longing and the intense emotions she couldn’t quite hide.

Clearly, Nadue missed Omniis very much.

Just like how Airi always spoke of the Demon King Claudis with such longing and sadness.

Shien could even sense that as long as he could tell her about Omniis, Nadue wouldn’t care about anything else.

Even the secret of his summoning.

This showed Nadue’s feelings for Omniis and how much she cared about the Supreme God.

Looking at the anxious look in Nadue’s eyes, remembering her concern, sincerity, and politeness towards him, Shien’s heart softened.

He knew that it was best not to tell anyone about this.

Otherwise, his previous excuse would be full of holes.

After all, if Shien didn’t know why he was summoned to this world and had appeared in a forest with no memories, then how did he meet Omniis, the Supreme God?

This lie would definitely be exposed.

But Shien chose to trust Nadue.

Therefore…

“I have seen her.”

Shien revealed the secret that made both Nadue and Melika tremble.

But before Nadue could get excited, Shien quickly added,

“I entered the sanctuary against my will and saw the slumbering Supreme God there. So, don’t get too excited. She hasn’t woken up, nor has she left the sanctuary, or been involved in anything.”

Shien explained everything.

Hearing this, Nadue’s expression froze, and she fell silent for a long time.

The faint anticipation and anxiety in her eyes dimmed, replaced by deep disappointment.

“I’m sorry.”

Shien apologized.

“No, it’s not your fault.” Nalue smiled wryly. “It was my own wishful thinking, hoping that the Mother Goddess had awakened and personally blessed you.”

Actually, Nadue had already guessed that Omniis wouldn’t wake up.

“The Mother Goddess only has eyes for the Demon King, only caring about her. Everything else is just a toy to her, something she wouldn’t even notice.”

Nadue sighed.

“After the Demon King’s death, there’s nothing left in this world that could interest the Mother Goddess. She won’t wake up. I should know this better than anyone.”

Despite her words, Nadue’s tone was still filled with disappointment.