Eric was not a devout follower of Edel’s faith.

He believed in the existence of the goddess Edel and that she watched over the world of Sillia, but he didn’t prioritize religion above all else.

This attitude of his hadn’t changed from his childhood to adulthood—
Except for one time.

There was a period when Eric had fervently prayed to the gods.

So much so that he could barely stomach the bitterness that accompanied his prayers…

Or rather, even after spitting out that bitterness, he couldn’t stop himself from groveling on the ground, day after day.

“Oh, Edel, if …