Nexus Scepter [2]

"Let me explain!"

Zero chipped in. He wanted to give Adeline a summary of what had happened and also to explain his plan.

First Zero explained to Adeline about the situation at the Cathedral and how she and others had been brainwashed by Cardinal Hildred. Adeline looked very guilty and immediately apologized to the Saintess.

"I-I am so sorry, Saintess! I-I …"

Adeline blamed herself. Even though it was something out of her control, she couldn't believe that she was trying to kill someone she had vowed to protect.

Amelia gently placed her hand on Adeline's shoulder and said, "Adeline, it was not your fault. Even the Rank-S Holy Knights were affected by whatever Cardinal Hildred did. And I am okay, am I not? You should stop thinking about that."

Saintess Amelia reassured Adeline. Adeline felt a little relieved though she was still feeling guilty. Then she turned toward Zero.

'My apologies, Mr. Jester! Even though it was something that I didn't want to do, I did attack you."