Pioneer Lord: Starting From Daily Intelligence

The severed head of Quiklik appearing before the Eternal Flame Cathedral truly caused quite a stir.

Despite Archibald bringing as many as 12 Divine Chosen Knights to the Hesse Territory last time, their ability to gather so many Chosen Knights was entirely due to the recent unprecedented Green Skin invasion in the Sulande Province, which even saw direct intervention from the Divine Spirit, bestowing abundant Divine Grace, thus enabling the emergence of so many Chosen Knights to help the Sulande Province win the war.

This was a special case, and because the Eternal Light Knight Order is on the same level as the Flame Sun Knight Order, only then could so many Divine Chosen Knights be deployed at once.

Normally, the fall of a single Chosen One would be enough to cause a province or a Duke’s Territory to tremble.

The fall of a Legendary figure could directly shake a Grand Prince’s Territory. For instance, the death of Archibald shocked the entire Sulande Province.

The local nobles were all aghast at this. They might engage in political struggles or schemes among themselves, but before plotting against Philis, they must consider the cost and the possibility of retaliation.

Quiklik’s strength was undoubtedly less than Archibald’s, but its notorious infamy and countless crimes in Marle Castle made its reputation no less than Archibald’s.

Even though priests and scribes of the Eternal Flame Knight Order died at its hands, it remained elusive, and despite the Flame Sun Knight Order being stronger, they could never catch it.

Now that its head appeared in front of the Eternal Flame Cathedral, it was truly gratifying, allowing these knights, who detest evil, to vent their anger hard.

The square was already filled with many knights due to the ringing bell, and now upon seeing Quiklik’s head, the atmosphere among the crowd surged instantly, with some bringing out fine wine, drinking heartily, cheering and applauding.

”Today is truly a good day. The constant tolling of the Awakening Bell, the Holy Lily Flower of the Goddess fluttering over the entire church, and now the demise of this wretched Quiklik; it’s a day of glory and prosperity for the Sun Goddess!”

”Indeed, praise be to the glory, praise be to the Chosen Knights of the Goddess. We should drink merrily to celebrate this joyous day.”

”Which knight is visiting today? Does anyone know?”

”It’s said to be the Bauhinia Knight.”

”The one who’s recently risen to fame in the Border Prince’s Territory? Doesn’t that mean the Lion King Oerstein and the War Saintess Hilude are here too?”

”Indeed, praise be to the War Saintess! She shines the glorious light of the Goddess upon the world.”

”Let me see, let me see, is this the renowned Bauhinia Knight who, since entering the Border Prince’s Territory, has fought dozens of battles, always triumphant? Truly splendid, with a heroic aura!”

”When will I also have such a majestic presence, drawing all eyes upon me?”

Listening to the praise from the surrounding Elite Knights and even Champion Knights, Su Li couldn’t help but grin. Indeed, after entering the realm, there are great scholars defending my doctrines for me.

A man, once he has created a brilliant career, even an average appearance becomes radiant.

Su Li was very aware that his looks were just average; perhaps in Selanweir’s eyes, he might be considered sunny and gentle, clean and refreshing. But listen to how these people exaggerate, calling him with words like heroic aura and dragon-phoenix talent?

Tch tch, he never imagined in his past life that such words could be used to describe him.

The praise from people and the fervent environment is contagious. Amidst cheers and applause, even Hector, the great tutor of the Flame Sun Knight Order and the dean of the Eternal Flame Cathedral, became excited and solemn. He extended his hands earnestly, taking over Quiklik’s head from Hilude’s hands.

Then he solemnly announced, ”Bauhinia Knight, you have successfully earned the respect and friendship of all the knights in the Border Prince’s Territory division of the Flame Sun Knight Order.”

”Originally, this head should have been accepted in person by Grand Leader Adelbert Hof Feirstal, and you should have been awarded the Flame Sun Knight Order’s Holy Lily Flower Medal to thank you for your contributions to the church and the knight order. But Grand Leader Adelbert has already gone to Modheim, so I will preside over this ceremony in his stead, hoping you won’t mind.”

”Of course not.” Su Li respectfully bowed his head slightly and said, ”It is my honor to have the dean preside over the ceremony and grant the blessing.”

Hector placed Quiklik’s head back into the box and then led Su Li into the cathedral. The cathedral was incredibly tall and bright, spacious and magnificent. With the splendid gold brilliance fitting the style of the Flame Sun Knight Order, the walls were adorned with lustrous gold and numerous resplendent church maxims, also possessing the sanctity and light of the Goddess. The statue of the Goddess stood nearly 40 meters tall, carved purely from white marble, without a speck of dust.

The combination of these two styles made it appear particularly understated yet luxurious.

Hector guided Su Li to kneel on one knee before the Divine Statue of the Goddess, proudly introducing, ”The Eternal Flame Cathedral is the largest religious holy site for our Sunfire Church in the southern border of the Empire’s Border Prince’s Territory. Every devout believer who arrives at Marle Castle will pray and worship here because visiting the Holy Land might earn them the Goddess’s favor and bestow a solemn Divine Grace.”

”Visiting the Holy Land of the Eternal Flame Cathedral provides the effect of gaining Divine Grace: Devout Prayer. It is well known that Her Majesty Violet’s priests are all outstanding warriors. For them, combat itself is a form of prayer. They practice and perfect their battle techniques, study, and research combat strategies. This is both for themselves and to commemorate Violet because, in this demon-ridden, dark era, war is inevitable, and seizing the initiative on the battlefield is seizing your life. Therefore, by executing a perfect battle, they can demonstrate their devotion and receive the Goddess’s Divine Grace, accelerating their cultivation progress.”