Goddess's Yuri harem: Chosing the Empress is hard-Chapter 113: Gather the People- Part 2

Lila paced back and forth in the dimly lit hideout, her arms crossed tightly over her chest as she scowled.

"This is taking too long. We need to hurry. Every day we waste is a day they grow stronger"

She complained, her voice filled with frustration.

Lady Victoria, seated comfortably in a grand chair, sipped her wine with an air of amusement.

She showed no concern over Lila’s outburst, watching the younger woman with a knowing smirk.

Lila’s expression darkened further.

"And if that wasn’t enough, I can hear her again. Goddess Minerva is calling out for help. She’s trapped, suffering... and yet we sit here, doing nothing!"

She continued, pressing her fingers against her temples as if trying to block out the sound.

Lady Victoria tilted her head slightly, her eyes glinting with something unreadable.

"Is that so? How interesting. So, what does your precious goddess ask of you? Can you tell me about it?"

She mused, her tone casual.

Lila’s eyes snapped toward her, blazing with irritation.

"Why are you acting like this doesn’t matter? Don’t you care? Goddess Minerva’s voice and concern is a blessing for me. Don’t taint it by speaking like this to me!"

Lila was not going to let this insult slide. Her anger showed how much she felt at the moment.

A soft chuckle left Lady Victoria’s lips as she set her wine glass down on a nearby table.

"Of course I care, dear Lila. But unlike you, I understand the value of patience. Rushing in now would be foolish. We have spent far too much time preparing for everything to fall apart due to impatience."

Lila clenched her fists.

"So, what? We just sit here while Goddess Minerva suffers? I will never let that slide and you should know better than to expect this from me!"

Lady Victoria stood gracefully, walking toward Lila and placing a hand on her shoulder.

"Calm yourself. Our initial preparations are complete. The moment you’ve been waiting for is nearly here."

Lila exhaled sharply, some of the tension leaving her body, though she still didn’t seem fully convinced.

"You promise?"

Victoria smirked.

"I wouldn’t lie to you."

Lila sighed, shaking her head before stomping toward the exit.

"Fine. I’ll wait a little longer. But if you’re wrong—"

Lady Victoria merely waved her off, unconcerned.

Once Lila was gone, the silence in the hideout stretched for a few moments before Nana White emerged from the shadows. Her presence was quiet, her expression unreadable.

"Is it really alright to let her do whatever she wants?" she asked, her voice calm but laced with curiosity.

Victoria let out a soft laugh, not turning to face her.

"There’s no need to stop her. Her role is over."

Nana White frowned slightly.

"And what about us?"

Victoria’s smirk widened.

"Start packing. We need to leave. Our hideout has been compromised, and the ’hunters’ will come for us soon."

Nana White nodded in understanding, disappearing into the shadows once more to follow the order.

Meanwhile, at the temple, Auriel made her way toward the grand meeting hall where Priestess Lilith had gathered a team.

The goddess had expected only a few supporters, but as she entered, she was surprised to see four young women standing before her, their expressions unwavering.

Lilith stepped forward, hands clasped in front of her.

"I’ve gathered a small force. These four will assist us in dealing with the remaining threats"

She informed Auriel.

Auriel studied them carefully. They looked young—perhaps too young—but their eyes held a sharpness that spoke of experience.

"Are you certain they’re prepared?"

Auriel asked, her voice even but skeptical.

Lilith’s expression did not waver.

"Do not underestimate them, Goddess. They are our hunting team, and they have been trained specifically for this purpose." fгeewebnovёl.com

One of the young women, a tall figure with short silver hair, stepped forward.

"We don’t need anyone questioning our abilities. We know what we’re doing. We promise we will help you out, Goddess Auriel."

She stated firmly.

Auriel raised a brow at the confidence but did not argue. If Lilith trusted them, then she would place her faith in them as well.

"Very well. We move as soon as we’re ready."

She said.

Lilith nodded.

"Then let’s not waste any more time."

The hunt was about to begin.

Auriel could feel the tension in the room.

Though Lilith had assured her that these young women were capable, she couldn’t shake the feeling that this was all happening too quickly.

Still, she had little choice. The enemy was already making moves, and if they delayed any further, they might lose their only chance to strike first.

She let out a quiet breath before speaking again.

"I assume you have a plan in place?"

Lilith nodded.

"We’ve identified three key locations where dark magic still lingers. If the enemy has not abandoned them, they will likely be hiding there."

Auriel folded her arms.

"We’ll split into two groups. One will conduct reconnaissance while the other prepares to move in. We can’t afford to go in blind."

The silver-haired hunter smirked.

"We already have our leads. Just say the word."

Auriel hesitated for a brief moment, her gaze flickering toward Lilith. She had never worked with this group before, and trust did not come easily—especially when the situation was as dire as this.

"Alright. Then we move now. I want no mistakes."

She finally said.

With that, the team dispersed, each member hurrying to prepare for their task. Auriel remained still for a moment, watching as Lilith turned to give last-minute instructions to the hunters.

"You’re doubting them."

Lilith said without looking at her.

Auriel exhaled softly.

"I have my reservations, but that doesn’t mean I won’t give them a chance. I just want to be sure we are not rushing into a trap."

Lilith finally turned to face her, arms crossed.

"We don’t have the luxury of hesitation, Auriel. The enemy won’t wait for us to be ready."

"I know. That’s what worries me."

Auriel admitted.

Lilith’s sharp eyes softened for just a moment before she looked away.

"Then let’s make sure we win."

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