It was when Johann was pleading in reverence to the deity that the warmth filling the cave suddenly vanished.

As the warmth dissipated and the light that dispelled the darkness scattered, the cave fell into shadow.

Shortly thereafter, a thud echoed as something collapsed.

“Lucy!”

Benedict’s voice rang out.

Johann, startled, opened his eyes to see Benedict catching Lucy, who was about to fall.

“Bishop Johann! Are you just going to stand there and watch?!”
“...Ah! I’ll be right there!”
In a hurry, Johann rushed to Lucy’s side and began to weave magic, pulling the divinity still within …