I Got a Gallery in the Wild - Chapter 717

Since ancient times, humanity often attributed phenomena they could not explain to the ’power of the gods.’

Storms, volcanoes, earthquakes, tsunamis, droughts, and so on. This was especially true in the past because these natural disasters could not be explained scientifically.

Particularly in the myths of this world, there were records of a certain god artificially erupting a volcano, causing an earthquake by striking the ground with a fist, or bringing a storm with magic.

Records remained of gods ’personally’ performing acts that could not be explained scientifically, beyond mere natural phenomena.

Furthermore, with the descent of Cain that had occurred in the ’Holy Kingdom’ a few months ago and the subsequent events, belief in the gods had become even more solid.

Kwaaaa!

After the Heavenly Demon, Yoo So-wol, collapsed from an unknown cause, a colossal pillar of light surged from the center of the Heavenly Demon Palace.

The sight of the pillar stretching straight toward the sky. The people participating in the Heavenly God Martial Festival could not help but have their souls stolen by that pillar.

To call it a conspiracy hatched by the Heavenly Demon Cult did not make logical sense.

For even the figures deeply involved with the Demonic Cult had their eyes glued to that pillar.

Although Wi Seol-ak and the physician were attending to the collapsed Heavenly Demon, they could not stop their eyes from drifting toward it.

"That is..."

While everyone stared at the pillar of light with blank expressions, Asella perceived it differently.

Though flustered to see it after so long, that light was highly similar to the pillar of light she had seen during the descent of Cain in the past.

For when Cain returned to the Forest of the Four Seasons, a colossal pillar of light had descended to envelop him.

In other words, this pillar of light had also shot upward to make someone ’descend.’

Of course, as mentioned earlier, it could have been something plotted by the Demonic Cult, but Asella judged otherwise.

Uuuung-

Because as proof, the Holy Sword, Revolution, trembled as if in resonance.

Revolution had resonated during Cain’s descent as well. Moreover, Cain had even left behind words saying he had answered the Holy Sword’s call.

Then, what was that pillar of light trying to summon? For Revolution to resonate, it was nothing ordinary.

She wondered if it was trying to summon another mythical figure instead of Cain. There weren’t that many mythical figures in the Central Plains.

But there was one of the first disciples of Aris. The father of all Internal Cultivation Arts.

’Taesaja. The man who delved into the depths of the martial arts embraced by Aris-nim.’

It would not be an understatement to say Taesaja had laid the foundations of the Central Plains. Rather, even that was an understatement.

Furthermore, in some documents, he was known as the person who sowed the seeds of religions like ’Buddhism’ and ’Taoism’ in the Central Plains.

Of course, propagating more than one religion made no sense logically, so the credibility was low.

Even if he had spread those religions, both Buddhism and Taoism had turned out to be religions that existed in the world of the gods.

Therefore, if one traced it back, the gods were ultimately the prototype.

But it was undeniable that he was such a great person. Moreover, there was no certainty that the pillar of light was that man.

Ung! Ung! Ung! Ung!

Revolution’s trembling grew even stronger. Asella instinctively felt it from this sign.

That the being to be summoned by that pillar of light would appear soon. It was not certain whether it was truly Taesaja.

Still, it didn’t matter to Asella. Only this situation itself was important.

Furthermore, she was simultaneously worried. This had happened in the Heavenly Demon Cult, of all places.

Depending on who the owner of that pillar of light was, the status of the Heavenly Demon Cult would change.

Around the time faith and reason mingled, the pillar of light began to weaken gradually.

Soon, the thickness of the pillar of light gradually thinned, and before long, it vanished like a mirage.

"..."

"..."

Even though the pillar of light had vanished, no one dared to open their mouth. The atmosphere demanded it.

Normally, those from the Heavenly Demon Cult should have entered the Heavenly Demon Palace to grasp the detailed situation.

"Haa..."

"How is the safety of the Heaven?"

"The phenomenon of her Internal Energy rapidly draining has decreased. However, as soon as she regains consciousness, she must circulate her Mental Cultivation Method."

"That is a relief."

Yoo So-wol’s condition had not yet improved. Still, the worst had been avoided.

If a master of Yoo So-wol’s caliber had to personally circulate her cultivation method, it meant her Internal Energy consumption was extreme.

It was highly likely that most of her Internal Energy, not just in her Dantian but throughout her entire body, had been depleted.

An ordinary person wouldn’t even be able to circulate their cultivation method and would have been bedridden for days.

’What on earth is that pillar of light that it would deplete even this person’s Internal Energy?’

Wi Seol-ak intuitively realized that Yoo So-wol’s abnormal symptoms and the pillar of light were connected.

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Furthermore, Yoo So-wol’s Internal Energy was at a level that could practically cover the heavens.

Even if she fought a master of equal skill, her body would die first before her Internal Energy was depleted.

"Excuse me."

It was then. A familiar voice reached Wi Seol-ak’s ears.

Turning his head, the Hero, Asella, approached with a polite expression.

The place where Wi Seol-ak sat was the VIP section, where only those related to the Demonic Cult could sit.

Thus, Asella’s approach was an extremely impolite act, but Wi Seol-ak realized this was no time to be picky.

Ung! Ung! Ung! Ung!

Because the symbol of the Hero, the Holy Sword Revolution, was ringing endlessly.

There was nothing to gain from bickering over trivial matters here. Wi Seol-ak stared directly at Asella, as if telling her to continue.

Asella glanced at Yoo So-wol, who was being treated by the physician, and then spoke.

"That pillar of light just now. May I investigate it myself?"

"..."

As soon as Wi Seol-ak heard her words translated through the crystal orb, he looked at the elders.

No matter how grave the situation, letting an outsider into the hall of the Heavenly Demon Palace would make them anxious.

"We will attend to the Heaven. Let the Demonic Brain go with her."

"Is it alright if I am the only one to accompany her?"

"I believe the Demonic Brain knows the reason well."

The elder said so, glancing at Asella, or more precisely, the Holy Sword.

Although the Holy Sword’s resonance was gradually subsiding, it was a reaction that could not be easily overlooked.

Ultimately, Wi Seol-ak nodded and decided to enter the Heavenly Demon Palace with Asella.

The Heavenly God Martial Festival was naturally suspended temporarily. For now, grasping the situation was the priority.

"Reyna eonni and Teacher, please prevent anyone else from sneaking in."

"I will do so."

"Understood. You be careful too."

The cleanup was carried out quickly. The people, specifically the ordinary spectators, hastily left their seats.

Most of the remaining people were skilled individuals who could sufficiently protect themselves.

They were curious about the identity of the pillar of light to just withdraw like this, and conveniently, there were still things to settle.

Thus, before they could even begin their search in earnest, some time was consumed just clearing the area.

"Is anyone there?"

The movements of the people who were just about to begin their exploration came to a sudden halt. A voice heard from inside the Heavenly Demon Palace.

Though the voice was incredibly soft, it carried a strange power, making it clearly audible even to the ears of those who were hastily leaving.

At this, a deathly silence began to hang over the Heavenly Demon Cult. But a few people were different.

"...Huh?"

"T-This voice...?"

Asella and Wi Seol-ak, who were closest to the voice. The two froze at the familiar voice.

"..."

The same went for Yoo So-wol, who had recovered some of her energy. The moment she heard the voice, she slowly raised her head.

Although she was still dizzy from the extreme consumption of her Internal Energy, that voice was incredibly distinct.

It was only natural, as it was the voice she wanted to hear every day. The voice she could only ever hear through the screen.

Jeobeok- jeobeok- jeobeok-

Amidst the quiet silence, the sound of footsteps moving from the entrance of the Heavenly Demon Palace was heard. Footsteps that grew closer and closer as time passed.

Soon, at the entrance shrouded in shallow darkness, someone’s feet shyly revealed themselves.

Not boots, nor leather boots, nor sneakers. Slippers that one would wear when strolling in the yard.

"Huh? People..."

The owner of the voice took a step forward toward the people visible outside the entrance.

Taking a step forward, his figure, which had been hidden in the shallow darkness, was fully revealed.

Ordinary slippers, ordinary long pants, and finally, a pure white football club uniform.

Though infinitely shabby and ordinary for the attire of the protagonist who had caused this commotion, it was precisely because of this that his identity was instantly revealed.

"...Ah."

"C-Could it be...!"

Asella let out a strange gasp, while Wi Seol-ak was in shock.

"...Is it real?"New chapters come out on novelping dot com first.

"...Eonni. I’m not seeing things, right?"

Ash and Selena were in disbelief.

"Ho... Could that pillar of light be..."

Kadir, who was quietly observing, showed interest.

"...Oh my?"

The Trolling Princess—no, the Demon Princess Kaylin—was flustered by the completely unexpected situation.

Around the time countless people showed their various reactions, Yoo So-wol also looked in that direction.

Although it was difficult to even support her body due to the extreme depletion of her Internal Energy, her condition had slightly improved thanks to the physician’s emergency treatment and stabilization.

"...Ah."

A short gasp. Just that single word.

The man she had only briefly seen on Christmas, whom she had cherished and loved in her heart, was now in her sight.

Even in her daze from the depletion of her Internal Energy, his face and attire were distinct. She could never forget them.

"Uh... um..."

Meanwhile, the culprit(?) of this situation, Grylls, scratched his head as all eyes fell upon him.

Perhaps because he had just been eating, he held a spoon in his hand instead of a sword.

Unlike being praised as the Heavenly God or the Chief God, he had an ordinary atmosphere. Rather, he was closer to being friendly.

The Chief God in the records was strong enough to suppress the Twin Gods simultaneously, but what was visible now was completely different.

That was why it was all the more believable. In the incredibly awkward situation, the first to move was Asella.

Though they had already met on Christmas and even done volunteer work together, this situation was different.

The pillar of light just now and the resonance of the Holy Sword. This was not a miracle, but a ’descent’ just like during Cain’s time.

"...Asella?"

Asella approached Grylls. She faced him.

Asella wanted to hug Grylls right away, but the situation was different from Christmas.

Instead of expressing her feelings by hugging him, she showed respect as a cleric.

By slowly dropping to one knee and placing one hand on the center of her chest.

Although she held the Holy Sword upright in her right hand, it rather expressed her respect.

Just as Grylls was flustered upon seeing this, Asella spoke with courtesy.

"A faithful servant of Aris-nim greets the Chief God."

"Uh... you don’t need to go this far, Asella. We’ve met before..."

"Unlike then, you have descended here now."

The sight of her showing respect as the ’Hero,’ rather than the usual Asella who got pushed around here and there.

That behavior was quite a fresh experience for Grylls. Asella had always acted like a goofball.

But there were many onlookers. Grylls hastily helped Asella up and looked around.

A situation where even the most clueless person could tell where this was. However, he could not grasp ’what kind of situation’ it was.

"Uh... first of all..."

Grylls scratched his chin and spoke quietly.

"Could you explain what’s going on? I was eating, and suddenly a pillar of light descended and brought me here."

As proof, Grylls showed the spoon in his hand. A tool proving he had truly been dragged away while eating.

Perhaps because of that, a sudden thought occurred to him.

’It would have been a complete disaster if I had been dragged away while showering.’

In any case, one way or another.

"I-Is he truly the Chief God?"

"The Heavenly Demon Cult made the Heavenly God descend?"

"Does it truly have to do with the heavens, just like the name...!"

Within the Heavenly Demon Cult, rumors began to spread gradually.

’...This is it!’

A gleam shone in the eyes of Wi Seol-ak, who noticed this.

Meanwhile, Yoo So-wol...

"..."

...was simply staring intently at Grylls with an expression that said she didn’t know if this was a dream or reality.