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"No matter how stable, how non-competitive, or how evil-free it may be, ultimately, it's just that this world lacks the capacity to give rise to these things."
Yao had seen people offering hymns of praise to the goddess.
Then, with joyful faces, they wore garlands and, blessed by Valkyrie, were sent out of the village.
They knew they would die.
They still believed that the goddess Skadi loved them, and that they would reach Valhalla after death.
However, Valhalla does not exist.
It vanished along with Ragnarok, and the so-called Valhalla was nothing but a false light of love.
It's just a lie fabricated to make humans willingly face death.
The one who created this lie was none other than the goddess Skadi.
The reason behind all this is that this Lostbelt is too extreme. Only by limiting population growth through this method can the history of about 10,000 people be barely maintained.
"...Yes, I understand. Under my rule, this world will probably remain in this wretched state forever. Perhaps for millions of years."
Skadi said this with a heavy heart.
This is a sad fact that even she herself is aware of.
Even more tragically, even if she realized these things, she had absolutely no ability to change anything.
Those who live with clear-headedness suffer the most.
In fact, the Nordic Lostbelt is like a leaky bathtub, and Skadi is the plug that seals the leak.
She was stuck there and couldn't move an inch.
"Whether it's right or wrong doesn't matter... Skadi, isn't the most important thing that you have the will to survive?"
This miracle, which has lasted for thousands of years, is precisely the value of this world. Even if it is wrong, we should not deny the desire of life to live.
Skadi, the world you created is a frozen wasteland trapped in eternal calamity. At the same time, it is also the only safe haven protecting all living beings in this world.
During the more than ten years I was cared for as your child, I could feel the love you showered upon me and the happiness of the people...
You are the only god who survived to the end, and the only god who left love in this world. Therefore, Skadi, even if this world is flawed, your perseverance is never wrong.
Yao's words came from the bottom of his heart.
Human lifespan in this world is only twenty-five years, but people have a very fulfilling twenty-five years of life.
It is precisely because their lifespan is so incredibly short.
Therefore, Skadi tries her best to satisfy people and allow them to live carefree lives for twenty-five years.
For people with other world values.
Their situation is undoubtedly tragic.
However, for the people living in this frozen land, they are already so fortunate that they have nothing to complain about.
All of this was given to her by Skadi.
This is not just empty talk; these are all facts that Yao has personally witnessed during his more than ten years of living here.
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That heartbreaking lie is true.
However, the love was also real.
"...Ugh, really, I was the one who asked the question, but in the end I'm the one looking embarrassed..."
Skadi's eyes shimmered.
A moist mist covers it.
What truly moved her was not Yao's assessment of the world, but his final expression of gratitude as a child.
As a mother, Skadi felt guilty and remorseful.
They say they love children, but they keep killing them, and they still are.
It radiates the deathly glow called love.
Even Thor, the God of War, or Loki, the God of Mischief, could only describe such behavior as tragic.
. ..... ...
At least, that's what Skadi thinks.
It was as if the child who had suffered all of this was acknowledging her, which made Skadi feel even more ashamed.
I feel deeply happy when my child expresses their gratitude.
This intensified her sense of guilt.
to this end--
"This can't go on any longer...."
If there's a chance to make that miracle happen, I'll seize it no matter what!
Skadi wiped the tears from her face.
By this time, Yao had already left the palace.
But the words he left behind were unforgettable for the goddess, and she even felt grateful for them.
Even so, it made her feel incredibly guilty.
But this is the child's acknowledgment.
Even the most unreasonable mother would find it impossible to remain unmoved after hearing these words.
........
Yao returned to the village on his own.
Throughout the journey, Skadi was on his mind.
This goddess gave everything for her people.
In the Nordic Lostbelt, I witnessed God's love for humanity; in the South American Lostbelt, I witnessed the indomitable spirit of countless beings.
They left a deep and lasting impression on Yao's heart.
As for Dead Apostles.
Its future will be written by Yao Lai himself.
Not long after returning to the village.
Valkyrie has reappeared.
The imperial envoy appeared in the village twice in one day, something that had not happened in the past hundred years.
The village children and residents found it all very novel.
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Valkyrie once again conveyed the divine message to Skadi, declaring that no sacrifice was required for the twenty-third village this year.
That year, people had to rely on themselves to make a living.
The goddess will not offer any help.
At the same time, Skadi declared that this was not a punishment, but a divine test to prove the warrior's spirit.
"I never expected that the goddess would have such expectations of me. What an honor..."
"Since that's the case, there's nothing we can do. Everyone has to figure out a way to get through this year. We can't let the goddess down!"
"Could it be... that the Goddess summoned Yao to the temple specifically for this matter? Damn, how enviable!"
The few adults in the village were talking.
They had no objection to the divine message conveyed by the Valkyrie, and instead accepted "153" with great enthusiasm and excitement.
The word of God is everything to them.
Even if resources are cut, shelter is reduced, and the living environment becomes harsher.
People still hold the goddess in high esteem.
The mere mention of "this is a trial" was enough to get their blood pumping, and they all regarded it as the most correct principle.
It could be said that they were blind.
But you could also say they trust the goddess more than anyone else, and even with the current situation, they still see it as part of their love.
Because Skadi's past love was also real.
Her meticulous care is the foundation of the current situation.
Meanwhile, the Valkyrie's oracle mentioned that Yao would be in charge of managing the village for the following year.
The villagers had no complaints about this.
If I had to say something, even if I had some complaints, it would just be that I felt Yao was incredibly lucky to be appreciated by the goddess.
Of course, this only goes as far as envy.
"It's not enough for me to manage the village alone; I need help..."
Yao found an open space in the village.
At this moment, obscure and complex spells were inscribed on the open ground; these were summoning spells used to summon heroic spirits.
The Imaginary Tree is currently only a juvenile.
Originally, it was impossible to summon the alien god apostles, but after some deterioration and improvements by Yao, the summoning ritual can now be completed.
At most, the Heroic Spirits will not be Grand Spirit Origins.
However, there's no need to worry; this will be resolved once the Imaginary Tree matures.
This is what is known as "get on the train first, then buy the ticket."
Normally, Yao needs to go outside the village to devour and analyze the flames, during which time he cannot protect the village.
It's important to understand that this is after Skadi lost her protection.
Monsters and giants will try to break into the village.
Although I had previously discussed matters related to the Titans with Skadi, during this year-long trial...
Most of the time, giants do not suppress their ferocity.
The village consisted only of defenseless children and adults who had never learned how to fight.
They are basically a flock of lambs to the slaughter.
The goddess's love brought people unparalleled happiness, but at the same time, it robbed humanity of all its possibilities.
This is one of the defining characteristics of Lostbelts.
"Let the wheel of self-restraint descend upon this place, guardian of the scales."
"Dedicate your strength to this frozen wasteland, join me in fighting this world-destroying fire, and forge the cornerstone of this extraordinary tale!"
Yao chanted the invocation as was customary.
Accompanied by a blinding light that could burn the eyes, a figure appeared in the summoning ritual.
However, when you see the people among them...
A look of obvious surprise appeared on his face, and his body tensed up as well.
It was the soft, silver hair that I knew so well.
That beauty, which shouldn't exist in this world, would surely remain spotless, even radiant, amidst raging flames.
“Brynhild…”
Yao murmured incredulously.
He hadn't expected to summon his wife.
The Heroic Spirit Summoning Ritual prioritizes summoning those with whom the summoner has a karmic connection. Brunhilde is a Valkyrie who once existed in the Norse Lostbelt.