After all, it’s just a simulation game. Using faith power to level up—flaws or not, I’ll give it a shot...
Violanda furrowed her brows, deep in thought, before making up her mind. It would be a waste not to take advantage of the colorful talent Eirik had worked so hard to develop!
【You have received the power of faith shared by Eirik.】
【In a daze, you hear countless prayers and wishes from the faithful, feeling their joys and sorrows.】
【Each individual’s faith is weak, yet when gathered, it forms a vast ocean. Your magical energy swells to unprecedented levels, and the barriers hindering your progress vanish!】
【You leveled up from Savant Lv7 to Savant Lv9...】
Two levels in a single leap?! Violanda stared at the message in astonishment. This was nothing short of miraculous! She wasn’t some low-level Practitioner—she was a Savant! For a Savant, leveling up was notoriously slow; some spent centuries without ever advancing a rank.
And yet here she was, thanks to Eirik’s faith power, climbing two levels in a single night!
“This... this faith path is incredible! It’s like I’m dreaming!”
“No wonder it’s called a colorful talent!”
The world channel buzzed with excitement, eager to see just how powerful this colorful talent really was.
Seeing the color alone suggested immense strength, but the reality of its effects was even more astonishing.
“Leveling up this fast must come with huge risks. Violanda, the Master Alchemist, should be careful!” Elvynna remarked, her tone cool but tinged with concern.
“Exactly! Elvynna-senpai has such sharp eyes—it’s no wonder she’s reached Archmage rank!” Pixie chimed in, nodding eagerly like a bobbing bird, flashing a thumbs-up at Elvynna.
Elvynna said nothing but subtly acknowledged the compliment. The pair, once fierce rivals for Eirik’s affections, now shared an unexpectedly friendly rapport.
“It’s just jealousy!” Violanda laughed, unbothered. Sure, there might be risks, but she saw no immediate drawbacks. The key was her surge in power, and the rewards were plentiful.
The competition for the magical mines near the imperial city had always been fierce, with the royal family and the Church of Light competing every millennium, allowing all mages below the Grandmaster level to participate.
During the previous simulation, when Pixie and Eirik were united in marriage, Violanda had cultivated Pixie to master the Forgotten Grimoire, hoping to increase their chances in the grand contest.
But with hundreds of years before the next major conflict, she had already reached Savant Lv9. Now, she had to be careful not to accidentally break through to Grandmaster level, which would exclude her from the competition.
Love this novel? Read it on Royal Road to ensure the author gets credit.
“Perhaps it’s for the best. I’ll let Eirik store the faith power he’s gathered for now, and after the competition, he can share it with me.”
When that day came, she would charge straight into the Grandmaster rank!
In previous simulations, Violanda had made it to Grandmaster rank, but at great cost—both time and resources. One elder from the Church, sensing his life was nearing its end, had sacrificed himself to boost her magical power, aiding her advancement.
But this time, with Eirik by her side, everything would be different!
As Violanda looked toward the future, her eyes gleamed with anticipation. This golden card named Eirik—no, this colorful card—could change everything!
Meanwhile, Eirik had been far from idle during these centuries.
【Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, centuries have passed. Over these years, you’ve become a legend across the continent, punishing bullies, dismantling crime syndicates, and taking down corrupt politicians...】
【Your fame has spread, becoming a symbol of heroism, akin to Robin Hood; your name is now synonymous with justice! More and more people flock to join the Church of Light, which thrives as never before, reminiscent of the ancient days.】
【Your light grows stronger, taking the shape of an egg—perhaps something is about to hatch, just waiting for the right moment.】
An egg-shaped light? What could it possibly hatch into?
Eirik paused, taken aback. This was fascinating! What would emerge from this "light egg"? Perhaps a pet... or maybe a woman?
Ahem, probably not a woman. After all, the light seemed like a serious matter, not something for trivialities.
At the same time...
【Congratulations, you’ve earned the title: Queen of Light, the Wise High Priestess (Gold). Under your leadership, the Church of Light has expanded eightfold over these centuries, weakening the royal family’s power.】
【Effect: Loyalty of subordinates increases by 30%, command efficiency rises by 30%, and your charisma boosts by 50%.】
Violanda had spent centuries honing her combat skills in seclusion, yet it seemed as though the golden title had simply fallen into her lap.
Other players couldn’t help but gawk at the unfolding events.
“Is this even possible?!”
“What’s this Queen of Light title? She hasn’t done anything!”
“Ugh, I’m so jealous! Now I understand why everyone in the Dawnstar Dynasty is desperate to claim Eirik for themselves!”
“Do people from the Central Lands stand any chance? This is so unfair! Woe is me!”
Many players were left speechless.
“If the Church of Light can thrive like this, then anyone could do it! This is all Eirik’s doing—what does she have to do with being the Queen of Light?!”
Pixie grumbled, her frustration palpable.
“Back in the simulation, she was always dragging us down. Yet she still reached Savant level. Anyone who claims Eirik is bound to win by default!”
“The importance of a strong teammate is undeniable!”
Keep on envying, then! Violanda held her head high, unbothered by the world channel’s uproar. There were more important things to focus on—the grand competition with the royal family was finally upon her.
“After centuries of training, even though I’m still Savant Lv9, no one in this rank can challenge me! Even a Grandmaster won’t intimidate me!”
Confidence surged within her as she prepared for the inevitable clash with the royal family.
【The battle ended swiftly; despite the royal family revealing many hidden trump cards, they proved useless—your strength has grown too overwhelming, crushing all opposition!】
【“You secured the Church of Light the rights to the magical mines for the next millennium, further diminishing the royal family’s influence. It’s said that on this night, Emperor Raedric flew into a rage, and several maidens were killed for stepping into the palace with the wrong foot...”】
【The royal family’s power is now a mere fraction of its former strength. The people of the continent now only know the Church of Light, which has decisively overshadowed the royal family!】
Hahaha!
As Violanda surveyed the simulation panel, she couldn’t help but laugh out loud, her hands on her hips.
What a thrill!
It felt exhilarating, almost as if she were on top of the world!
In past simulations, she had been pushed around by the royal family. She had never won a single battle for the magical mines.
But this time, everything had changed. With Eirik by her side, victory had been effortless!
“The royal family’s power is now less than a fifth of what it once was, while the Church of Light has expanded eightfold! The contrast is staggering— as a High Priestess, I’ve never had it this easy!”