As the words "Your request has been accepted" flashed before her, Violanda couldn’t help herself. She leapt from her bed, fists clenched in sheer exhilaration!
It worked!
After countless simulations, it was finally her turn to receive this golden card. Ha ha ha!
Who would dare call me Rejection Hound Vio now?!
In this simulated world, I will become the strongest in the universe!
The royalty?!
Those hidden figures in the capital?!
They’re nothing! Just wait until I harness Eirik’s power to elevate my magic to the highest realm—I’ll crush them all in one stroke!
At that very moment, the world channel exploded with activity as spectators witnessed Violanda claim Eirik’s golden card.
"Violanda! You… you just swooped in and stole it—how sneaky!"
Selene’s voice was filled with fury.
As a woman of poise and maturity, she usually kept her calm, but now she felt an overwhelming urge to scream.
This had been the closest she’d ever gotten to Eirik, just an inch away from claiming him.
And then, out of nowhere, Violanda appeared!
So frustrating!
Taking several deep breaths, she forced herself to compose herself.
"I knew it wouldn’t be that easy…"
In her disheveled room, Liora sighed, disappointment clear on her face, though she wasn’t surprised.
"Violanda really did snatch my dear Eirik away…"
Pixie was equally annoyed. Was she really going to be left waiting again? What was the point of a simulation without Eirik? It felt so pointless—she might as well log off and restart!
But then a thought struck her.
"Wait a minute! Violanda is now Eirik’s master—she doesn’t seem to have any romantic intentions. Maybe I still have a chance!"
With that, Junior Sister’s eyes lit up.
She would head to Elaresar City!
Many other players shared Pixie’s mindset.
Claiming the golden card named Eirik offered a path to becoming an Archmage, or at the very least, a Savant or even a Grandmaster.
And the knowledge gained from the simulation could carry over to reality, giving a massive boost to real-world abilities.
Since it was just a simulation, they needed to be bold!
So, many female players abandoned their plans for prestigious academy trials and flocked to Elaresar City, eager to form a bond with Eirik.
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"Hmph! I see right through all your little tricks!"
Violanda sensed the other players’ intentions, narrowing her eyes in thought.
Her relationship with Eirik—keeping it purely professional—was both an advantage and a disadvantage.
The disadvantage was clear: many had abandoned their masters for the sake of love.
But the advantage was tremendous. As Eirik’s mentor in the Holy Light Church, her control and influence over him were unrivaled.
It was all up to her.
【You follow your mysterious nun master southward to Elaresar City. Along the way, you encounter powerful foes, including Savant-level experts, but your master deals with them effortlessly using a simple spell.】
【Her strength seems boundless.】
【Your confidence and experience grow immensely.】
【You gain the title: Disciple of the Enlightened. Effect: Magic learning effectiveness increased by 30%. The aura of nobility around you reduces pressure from powerful figures by 50%, even royal princes included. Applicable region: Dawnstar Dynasty.】
Wow, this status is incredible for the early game! With this, even the emperor’s envoy wouldn’t have dared to act so arrogantly in front of him.
It’s also worth noting that the Crimson Frost Duke was still slain by the potion master.
After all, the Demon Tree Clan behind him had been eradicated by the Holy Light Church. Using the blood of their entire clan, they concocted a potion to enhance Eirik’s magical abilities.
In truth, destroying a demon clan was no small feat, even if the Demon Tree Clan was considered one of the weaker varieties.
But for the sake of her beloved disciple, Violanda pressed on and made it happen.
Once Eirik consumed the potion, it was as if he had transformed into an entirely new person.
【You receive the Blessing of Demon Blood (Purple). The bloodline and wisdom of the demon race have been inherited. Your magic learning speed increases by 50%, spell potency increases by 30%, and with each improvement, you gain insight into a unique magic from within your bloodline.】
"This feels incredible—I’m a genius!"
Eirik began devouring magic spells, his experience skyrocketing.
Violanda, potion master, I love you!
Then came the pivotal moment. When Eirik reached Elaresar City and learned the true identity of his potion master, he was officially inducted into the Holy Light Church’s Cardinal Council. Despite being a newcomer, he quickly became a key figure in the council!
Such was Violanda’s influence within the Church!
On that day, Eirik stood before the grand, ancient altar of the Holy Light Church, praying to the God of Light.
Suddenly,
Crack!
A thunderous rift split the air, a sound that seemed to tear the heavens apart. The shockwaves reverberated through the entire Holy Light Church complex, as if an earthquake had struck!
Countless incantations flew into the air, and scholars within the Church bolted out like arrows, each face grim, bewildered!
Amidst the chaos, a golden light surged from the depths of the altar, shooting toward Eirik, vanishing into his form.
"What is this…?"
On the other side, Violanda watched in disbelief as the simulation panel updated, her face a picture of shock. Her mouth hung open, speechless.
Deep within the altar’s rear hall lay the legendary resting place of the first Archbishop of the Holy Light Church!
It was said that he had been a messenger of the God of Light, using divine power to establish the Church in the Dawnstar Dynasty.
Legends claimed this archbishop had been one step away from Archmage status, and as a Mythic Being, he had defeated some of the strongest entities in the universe—he was truly a legend.
Yes, Mythic Beings were a significant tier below Archmages, but his feats were undeniable!
That the golden light from his resting place would enter Eirik’s body—what on earth was happening?!
Violanda quickly clicked on Eirik’s info panel and found that he had awakened a brand new talent.
【Incarnation of Light: The Holy Light Church places great hope in you. Light gathers around you, and from this day forward, all your actions will influence that special light within you.】
【If this light shines bright, the Holy Light Church will thrive, and you will reap endless rewards.】
If this light dims, the Church will falter, but there will be no penalties for Eirik.
Of course, to have such immense benefits and not work toward them would be a wasted opportunity.
"How did I suddenly become an incarnation of light? What is going on?"
Eirik stared at this sudden change, still a little dazed.
But overall, it was a good thing—like walking down the street and having millions of coins suddenly fall from the sky, clinging to you.
Isn’t that great?!
Ha ha ha!
Now, how to make this light shine brighter would require some serious effort.
Meanwhile, the other female players, watching this spectacle, couldn’t help but feel a pang of envy.
"Of course it’s Eirik—he’s received another extraordinary golden talent!"
"Though I hate to admit it, being with Rejection Hound… being with the potion master, will likely lead him down a completely different, exciting path… so unlike his time with Elvynna!"