Mythology Rebooted-Chapter 364 - 175: No Way, Are You Serious?

Seeing Chris’ shock and confusion, and even a bit of fear, Philomena hurriedly said, "He didn’t tell you for a reason, trust me, if he can offer a helping hand to a stranger, he’s definitely a good person, and he will take responsibility."

"I know he’s a good person, I just..."

Thinking of the complicated relationship between Veronica and Wayne, Chris was utterly perplexed. Such an important matter, the siblings must have known.

In other words, despite knowing, they still...

Is this what high society is like? It’s absurd!

Chris continued to be shocked, with her little mouth hanging open adorably.

In Philomena’s eyes, this was the rhythm of a young girl’s romantic ideals collapsing. She regretted speaking out but then thought that since Wayne had not disclosed his true identity, he was clearly ready to deny any relationship once his pants were back on. Chris wouldn’t become the future lady of the Randao Family.

Encouraging the young girl to jump into the fire pit would only create a tragedy.

"But for the sake of The Church..."

Philomena clenched her teeth, ready to issue an order by force when suddenly she had a moment of awakening. She really was getting old, acting more and more like a wicked old witch.

She sighed and patted Chris on the shoulder, "Forget it, this responsibility shouldn’t fall on you. Just be yourself and don’t give too much."

Chris snapped back to reality, unable to keep up with Philomena’s pace, puzzled, "High Priest, is the revenge plan canceled?"

Why cancel it? The plan was perfect. With no future between Veronica and Wayne, and without this rival, she had a significant advantage.

What about Verly?

The little Verly was laughable, easily subdued with a small trick.

As these thoughts swirled in her mind, Chris realized something was off. She didn’t notice it earlier, but at some point, she had actually considered competing actively.

It wasn’t truly active though; she was doing it for The Church, not because she really liked him.

And indeed, Veronica was not suitable...

Yes, that’s right!

"High Priest, I think the plan can be carried out," Chris said, gathering courage to volunteer, "Please trust me, for The Church, for the Goddess, I will retrieve what was lost."

Philomena waved her off. Such a good child shouldn’t be exposed to such a filthy world. The firmer Chris was, the more Philomena felt the weight of sin. In the end, she outright dismissed the plan.

Chris sat down, looking disappointed. Without the external pressure, she couldn’t find the courage to compete anymore.

"Don’t speak of today’s events to anyone, including your foster mother, especially Wayne. You must never tell him," Philomena admonished.

Chris nodded.

Then Philomena added, "I lacked consideration earlier. Wayne might be a good person, but he’s not a good man. He’s not worth your affection. It’s not too late to back out now, or you’ll regret digging deeper."

This was Philomena’s heartfelt advice, suggesting that Chris withdraw early from a playboy who’s just toying around.

"High Priest, have you misunderstood something?"

Chris was flabbergasted. Of course, she knew Wayne was a womanizer, but... it wasn’t as exaggerated as Philomena described. frёewebnoѵēl.com

"Think what you will, I’ve said all I need to," Philomena said, waving her hand and then asking, "How far have you two... progressed?"

Chris blushed, "We’re just normal friends, it hasn’t developed further."

I don’t believe you, you’ve already done this and that!

Philomena didn’t believe her and whispered to Chris, "Don’t be afraid, setting aside The Church’s involvement, this is the concern of an elder who doesn’t want you to be wronged."

"I haven’t been wronged that much..." Chris murmured quietly.

"So you have been," Philomena whispered in Chris’s ear, "Has that ever...?"

"No."

Chris firmly denied, defending Wayne, "Wayne isn’t a lurid... He’s not that kind of womanizer. He’s very gentlemanly..."

Mid-sentence, Chris couldn’t continue, instead swearing by her faith, assuring that Wayne had done nothing inappropriate to her.

"Have you kissed?"

"No, we’ve only held hands, no other physical contact," Chris said, looking down, her ears turning red.

Goodness, you act so experienced, but it turns out you’re a pure-hearted girl too.

Philomena pursed her lips, after all that talk, the one across from her was innocent, playing coy and embarrassing her.

She didn’t dislike it, discussing love with the youth made her feel younger. She said, "Put the plan on hold for now. I’ll be spending a lot of time with Wayne soon. I’ll observe him first. If he really is a good man, you can carry out the plan later."

"Ah?"

Chris’s mouth fell open in surprise. She didn’t know how the High Priest planned to observe, only that Wayne had trouble refusing, and he always welcomed benefits given to him. With the two of them in constant contact, there would be trouble even if there wasn’t any before.

"High Priest, Wayne deceives women..."

"I’ve made up my mind. That’s final."

Philomena decided definitively, determined to reclaim what belonged to the Moonlight Church no matter what.

At the Silver Stage, one could reject the corruption of the Star Beast and even help others reject it. What about the Golden Stage? Could one freely travel the stars without going mad?

Being a prodigy of the Moonlight Church already, any price paid would be worth it.

Philomena glanced at Chris, don’t worry, little girl, I won’t take your boyfriend. As High Priest, I’ll scout the path first, clearing the hurdles before you step in.

There were many obstacles, with the Magic Department taking the lead.

That’s easy to resolve. Wayne is dissatisfied with the Magic Department, and they with him—a little provocation and they’ll fall apart.

She would take this step personally!

Next came the Naturalism Church, the biggest trouble.