My Goddess is Good at Pretending-Chapter 713: Vast and Unfathomable
Miko found herself at the center of attention as visitors arrived at the newly reconstructed Sacred Sakura Holy Land. Cultivators, nobles, envoys from prestigious sects, and even wandering sages had come, all eager to witness the transformation of the revered sacred ground.
The guests received a visit permit with limited access under temporary permission. The inner disciples and some disguised heavenly servants guided them through designated paths. As they entered, they were left breathless by the sight before them.
The Sacred Sakura’s mountain region was transformed into a divine paradise. Towering temples of celestial beauty, shrines of sacred light, pristine rivers flowing with spiritual energy, and sprawling palaces standing as testaments to divine-like craftsmanship.
The air seemed shimmering with an ethereal glow, abundant with spiritual energy, making even the strongest cultivators feel insignificant before the sheer might of the Sacred Sakura Sect’s new domain.
It was richer than ever. Many visitors couldn’t help but voice their awe.
"Unbelievable! To think that such a place could exist in the mortal realm. Sacred Sakura becomes richer than ever, flourishing with divine energy!"
"This greatly surpasses even the imperial capitals of the greatest empires and even leaves the other holy land and sacred grounds in the dust!"
"How did they accomplish such a feat? What power could elevate a sect to such divine heights in just two weeks?"
"What else? Sacred Sakura is supported by several gods and immortals."
Yet, amid their admiration, some question arose, murmured in hushed tones among the guests ’Why had the Sacred Sakura suddenly reconstructed their already marvelous sacred land?’
The timing was questionable and a little suspicious. The Sacred Sakura Holy Land was reclusive in its secrecy for so long. It was a super powerful mysterious hidden force unknown to nobody until recently, and Sacred involved itself in world affairs only for some recent time.
Sacred Sakura’s sudden large-scale transformation couldn’t have been done for mere vanity. It should meant something was happening behind the scenes.
"..." Meiying broke into a cold sweat when she realized the changes in Sacred Sakura’s domain were too massive. She felt that Sacred Sakura was preparing for something big, and it might change the world law and order, or it had already been implemented and established.
One bold representative from a prestigious sect stepped forward. She grabbed Miko’s arm like a close friend and asked the Sacred Sakura Saintess directly. "Miko~ may I know why Sacred Sakura suddenly reconstructed your already marvelous domain? Your place is already much better than any other sacred sect and holy land. But now, no other sect can even hold its candle in comparison."
"!?" All the nearby guests, whether they were ancient demons, old monsters, revered sages, or honorable saints, pricked up their ears to listen to the Sacred Sakura Saintess’s answer.
However, they didn’t make it too obvious. They put their eyes elsewhere as if they were observing the beauty of the new Sacred Sakura domain, pretending not to listen, but in fact, they had already enchanted their sense of hearing.
"..." Miko fell silent, responding only with her signature polite smile.
She found Meiying had something in mind, concerned about something, but this Frozen Cloud Saintess was suddenly shocked when Mingyue asked this question.
As for Mingyue, this carefree, cheerful Blood Moon Saintess... she strangely found Mingyue’s innocent expression said this friend of hers had no thought, head empty, and only asked casually purely out of curiosity.
Seeing Miko’s silence, Mingyue was clueless at first, but she soon realized that she might have overstepped her bounds to ask such a thing without any consideration.
Moreover, they were surrounded by many people of various backgrounds and origins. She blamed it herself, but she still wished to know it. Upon careful thought, they might at least be allowed to know about the reason.
"Forgive my impertinence, but may we inquire as to the reason for Sacred Sakura’s grand reconstruction? Surely, such a transformation was not done without cause?" Mingyue asked again, but she arranged her words politely.
The crowd turned silent as their ears were eager for the answer.
Miko turned around. Her priestess robes embroidered with flowing sakura patterns fluttered in the gentle wind. She gazed upon the guests with a serene yet unreadable expression.
For a brief moment, a flicker of something, profoundly distant, passed through her luminous eyes. She smiled faintly as she looked up to the sky. "The will of the heavens is vast and unfathomable."
Miko said it in a serene voice. The Sacred Sakura merely followed its destined path for everyone’s good.
Her words were vague yet final, leaving no room for further inquiry. The guests exchanged uncertain glances, sensing that there was more to the story, but none dared to press further.
"Hmm~" Miko was pleased nobody dared to question it anymore.
The issued world quests already hinted at the unrest. But, the others didn’t need to know about the true cause right now since the matter about the world above barely concerned them, or wouldn’t even involve them. It was also for Sacred Sakura’s safety.
It was then someone noticed something crucial. The atmosphere of the Sacred Sakura had changed.
Unlike where the sect radiated a warm and welcoming presence, there was now a sense of aloofness... a feeling that foretold the secret intention. Sacred Sakura planned to put some distance from the world.
A deep realization settled upon Skyla, but she blurted it out unconsciously. "Sacred Sakura will close itself off."
"..." Abraham crossed his arm because he realized the unspoken.
It wasn’t just the physical reconstruction, but Sacred Sakura’s foundation and nature as well.
It was as if Sacred Sakura would close itself from the outside world, and the reconstruction hailed from the legacy of the higher-ups who probably already prepared themselves for ascension. Sacred Sakura would lose many higher-ups, and therefore, they had to plant some means to protect their roots in the mortal world.
The preparation for mass ascension... The next matter that arose was the reason for that guess.
"You say it as if you want to go to a faraway place... can I still meet you again?" Meiying tugged the hem of Miko’s sleeve.
"Mm, sure." Miko nodded in reply.
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It might seem like a false promise because, in two weeks, the entire Elysium Pantheon would leave for who knows how long. However, it wasn’t a lie either because the premise was that they might meet again at the next opportunity.
Miko then invited the higher-ups of her affiliated allies to a banquet in the Sacred Sakura’s outer circle domain. Because the inner circle areas, especially beyond the seven great mountains were no longer accessible to outsiders, the guests could only visit the places within the outermost gates on the slopes of the seven great mountains.
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"Hmm-mm~" Elysia hummed melodiously as she was sitting on a bench in the middle of her flower garden peacefully with Fortuna and Rhea seated on either side of her.
"Ely, what are you thinking about?" Elena put her arms around Elysia’s neck from behind.
"Hmm?" Elysia looked up to stare at Elena’s gaze.
"I can’t read your mind. You’re not thinking about anything... why can’t I believe it?" Elena found it was so rare because Elysia’s mind and thoughts were never empty. When she found Elysia looking at her with an innocent expression, she felt ignored. Thus, she leaned forward a little and buried Elysia’s face in her chest.
"Hmpf! I’m not thinking about anything..." Elysia looked away.
"Why is that? You keep stroking Fortuna’s wing now." Elena pointed to Elysia’s hand.
"Fortuna is so fond if I caress her wings gently, especially at the base of her wings, on her back, hehe~" Elysia chuckled mischievously as she tickled Fortuna’s back.
"Uhn~ Oh gosh..." Fortuna covered her mouth with a flushed expression. Elysia already found all of her weaknesses, but she strangely loved it.
"Master, please stroke my wings too." Rhea showed her beautiful wings with an eager expression, waiting for some love as well.
"Yes, sure~" Elysia used her other hand to stroke Rhea’s wing.
"Y-yesh <3" Rhea was extremely pleased.
"Hmph! Are you neglecting me now?" Elena snorted in annoyance.
"How is that possible, dear sister? I never ignored you, so please lift your boobs from my head, and we can talk." Elysia laughed awkwardly.
Elena straightened her back a bit and heaved a subtle sigh. She put her hand on Elysia’s head, giving a little tender caress. "So, what are we going to do about that escaped villain? We’re going to Nirvana Great War in two weeks..."
"Sylvi’s damage over time debuff will harm him greatly for this period. He naturally won’t escape the judgment, but that’s not what we’re going to do." Elysia gave Sylvia a thumbs up in the nearby garden pavilion.
"Yesh, me! It’s my honor~" Sylvia replied with a victory hand gesture.
"I’m honestly curious about how this villain can hide even from Heaven’s eyes..." Gaia grasped her arm as she looked up, feeling there was something wrong with the heavenly laws in this world.
Or perhaps, it was just because her knowledge was still lacking. As far as she could understand, if it was still the present timeline, everyone couldn’t escape or hide from the peering eyes of Heaven, and even Elysia was no exception.
"Who knows? Even Yuna and the other Heavenly Agents still can’t figure out those big villains’ secret method." Nell floated around the flowers, not thinking much about the problem.
"Fufu, Miko is a bit overwhelmed. But... some smart people accidentally guessed the truth, and some are starting to harbor malicious intentions." Elysia closed her eyes with a faint smile.
"No, it’s a bit scary when you smile with your mate closed. The wise and important figures should understand their standing after witnessing our show of power. Only those who court death would try to exploit Sacred Sakura, let alone try to plunder this land." Elena squeezed Elysia’s adorable face with a chuckle.
"Fufu, you’re right. The heaven and earth are there to protect this land in our stead. We can feel at ease." Elysia let out a sigh of relief.
