Chapter 5

Unaware by Eryx, a meeting was underway to discuss specifically about him in London.

[Report of the Seventh Campione in Germany, compiled by Witenagemot]

Assembled in the secretive chamber located deep underground, high ranking members of the Witenagemot gathered while reading the report distributed to everyone.

After reading the report, many shared the same thought. It is ambiguous to call the Seventh Campione, the Seventh simply because his ascension wasn't declared at all. Normally, when a Campione had ascended. Those with Spirit Visions will gain prophecy to foretold the arrival of a Campione. But for the Seventh, it never happened which is the source of the doubt.

"The contents of the reports…" A nobleman with a doubtful look raised his voice.

"They are compiled under Princess Alice's supervision and verification herself." A very serious and professional looking maid answered which silenced all further questions that question the veracity of the report.

The murmurs continued for a moment amongst the participants before they eventually silenced. Eyes gathered at the leaders of each group, waiting for the leaders to speak up.

The leaders of the royalty faction then asked:

"In the report, it's stated that the captured members of the Ashen Flame Cabal. We learn that the Seventh already displays the ability to use unique supernatural powers prior to defeating Surtr."

"Bow and arrow made of energy capable of harming a Heretic God although effects were negligible against Surtr, do not discount the possibility it was another authority. In fact, not just that. The Seventh also displays superhuman speed and strength to dodge and block Surtr's attacks. Also ability to… open a portal into the Netherworld." The leader of the royalty faction said with slight shock at the end.

"From this report, we can conclude the Seventh already had 2-3 authorities prior to challenging Surtr." He trailed his words for a bit as his gaze locked at the sleepy looking girl in princess-like attire and had gorgeous platinum blond hair to create an aura of a regal princess.

In fact, since the start. The girl had been in such a state, at the verge of falling asleep. Yet, no one interrupted her. No one dares to.

"Is your vision able to reveal more insight to the Seventh Campione, Princess Alice?"

Everyone turned to look at the girl who's name was revealed to be Alice.

Few minutes passed and there's still no reaction. Yet, no one tried to disturb her as everyone waited patiently. That is until she suddenly showed a reaction.

Princess Alice tore her eyes wide open in shock and horror with bullets of cold sweats dripping down her face. Her shaky eyes stared around her as if making sure she was safe before she opened her mouth to utter something only to end up with a hiccup before her pupils dilated again and her body suddenly fizzled and brokedown into ectoplasm that vanished.

An elderly yet still exude aura of a sharpness and youthfulness despite strands of white hair mixed with his blacks. He slammed the desk as he stood up in worry.

"Alice!" The man yelled before he hurried and left along with the maid.

The others express worry too but not enough to rush out the room like Duke Goddodin. The leader of the nobles faction and father of Princess Alice.

Instead, they stayed behind to comprehend and contemplate the grim revelation Princess Alice just revealed.

Even if Princess Alice failed to finish her words due to her hiccups. Her lips managed to convey the words and someone read what she tried to say through her lip's movement.

YHWH

The name of an infamous God with the greatest faith and believer on Earth. The vocal which read the four Hebrew letters which refer to the name of the Christianity's God, Yahweh.

The members of the Catholic faith that participated in the meeting already felt restless by the quite literally mind shaking revelation. Others also share the same reaction. After all, one could only imagine the authorities that could be granted by an Omnipotent and Omniscient monotheistic god like Yahweh. Before the meeting was dissolved, each participant was issued a stern gag order so that nothing from the meeting would be leaked outside.

After all, the Christianity is one of the most influential religions with them being the largest major faith in the world and possessing so much backing from both non-super natural and supernatural groups. The potential of chaos this news could bring is enough to make each of them pale. Especially if the Holy See decided to intervene.

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Unaware of all the troubles that happened without his knowledge. Eryx also is currently facing a problem.

With an annoyed and irritated look, Eryx sat on a chair with one hand on the table holding his chin while another tapping at the metal table impatiently.

"Can't we just force our way out? Or create a portal or something to escape?" Eryx turns to Eliza next to him who is trying her best to resolve the incident without any violence.

"Sir. I'll ask again. How did you enter the country without any identification and neither did you possess any form of identity within any records?" The police officer interrogated Eryx on suspicion he was some sort of terrorist or involved in illegal activities.

"Please be patient, You M— Sir Eryx." Eliza said calmly outward but inside was panicking because it had been an hour since she sent out the call for help through her connection.

Suddenly, a knock at the door interrupted the officer's interrogation session as a higher ranked officer entered with another lady which immediately recognised Eliza as she recognised the lady.

"Yes, this is them." The lady said to the officer that entered with her.

The other officers look to be of higher rank. His uniform seems to be more decorated compared to the initial officer and possessed a commanding aura of a leader. The officer frowns while looking at Eryx before asking the details from the other officer to learn the reason for Eryx's detainment.

"Lack of any identity. Not even a birth certificate?" He frowned deeper but was interrupted by the lady.

"Mr Ulrich. Please, there isn't any need to worry. He definitely isn't a terrorist or syndicate member. For that I can assure you. Let's not waste more of our time. I am certain that you wouldn't let the Prime Minister wait too long for his guest." The lady spoke to reassure the officer. But somehow, her tone made it sound more like a threat than reassurance.

After a moment of hesitation, the higher ranking officer ordered Eryx and Eliza to be released as they followed the lady out form the Berlin city police department.

Outside, a limousine is already waiting for them as the lady respectfully invites Eryx in while Eliza simply follows him without any words. Once inside, the lady then started speaking.

"It's an honor to meet His Majesty. Please pardon Officer Ulrich and his subordinates. They are simply doing their work properly. I wish His Majesty wouldn't hold a grudge." The lady said with a smile as she pulled out three wine glasses and a bottle of wine from the compartments in the limousine.

"Sure." Eryx shrugged and nodded.

He wasn't planning to anyway. He just wanted to leave the holding cell.

"Ah, I haven't introduced myself." The lady said with a charming smile as she poured the wine and offered one to Eryx, who accepted but didn't immediately drink. "I am Klara Dietrich, the Leader of Schattenflüsterer of the Die Ahnenerbe Gesellschaft, or The Ancestral Heritage Society. It's an honor to meet you, Lord Seventh Campione." She bowed just enough to show the cleavage hiding under her half buttoned coat.

"Thanks. I guess." Eryx replied flatly and completely uninterested. Instead, he asked. "Is it true that I have to meet the Prime Minister?" Showing an unwilling look on his face.

"Of course not. It was simply an excuse. If His Majesty wishes, we will try our absolute best to accommodate any of your requests." Klara offered as her organization is indebted to Eryx for minimizing the damage caused by Surtr by dragging him away into another dimension.

"Then, help me create an identification. I'd rather not be arrested for a second time." Eryx mentioned and instantly Klara already presented him an envelope.

"Ah, I'd figured this might happen considering the trouble His Majesty already faces. So, I had prepared them in advance." Klara explained softly but Eliza who was silent from the start suddenly scoffed and caused Klara to twitch her eyebrow.

"What is the matter, Miss Falkenrath?" Klara asked with a strained smile on her face.

"No… it was nothing." Eliza insisted although her expression clearly said she found something amusing and had a hard time holding back her laughter.

Although Eryx didn't need an explanation to know the reason. His own observation and the passive ability of The Almighty feeding him information is sufficient for him to deduce the reason.

Apparently, Klara is one of the top members of Schattenflüsterer, the department within the Germany Mage Association responsible for espionage, intelligence and suppressing information. She is normally a proud, cold, deceptive and manipulative person. But in front of Eryx, she tried perhaps too desperately to earn his favor. Which is why Eliza laughed at her acting that way when he just shrugged her attempts easily.

"Please stop the car. We can figure out the rest on our own." Eryx said as he felt uncomfortable.

Unable to refuse, Klara ordered the driver to stop and allow the two to leave.

"If there's anything else you require, please do not hesitate to contact us." Klara said as she watched Eryx and Eliza exited the limousine.

"I'll keep that in mind." Eryx said before closing the door and turning around to look at the bustling city.

"Where should we go next, Sir?" Eliza inquired, wishing to prepare in advance lest they encounter more problems again.

"Let's just get out of Germany. I don't feel comfortable staying here." Eryx said as she showed an unsettled face.

"Are there any destinations in mind, sir?"

"Destinations? What about Italy? I had a feeling something interesting might happen there soon. The Island of Sardinia specifically."

Hearing his answer, Eliza furrowed her brow. She definitely felt a silver of power exude from Eryx moment before he answered. Perhaps he might have glimpsed something using his authority unknown to her.

As such, Eliza did not question his decision and immediately prepared the journey to Sardinia.

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When finally gaining his moment of peace in his first class seat on the flight to Sardinia. Eryx finally addressed the matter with his newly gained authority.

—[Start]—

[Muspelheim Laevateinn]

Type: Offensive Authority

Previous Owner: Surtr, the Fire Giant of Ragnarok

Current Owner: Eryx

Cost: High stamina and magic consumption, gradual damage to the user's body if overused.

Activation Requirements: The user must invoke the authority to summon the sword. The full power of Laevateinn can only be unleashed in battle when facing overwhelming opposition or imminent destruction.

Description:

Muspelheim Laevateinn is the Authority bestowed upon the victor who defeats Surtr, the giant who brings about Ragnarok. This Authority allows the user to wield the legendary sword Laevateinn, a blade forged from the primordial flames of Muspelheim, capable of incinerating entire landscapes and bringing about widespread devastation.

When activated, Laevateinn is summoned as a massive, molten sword, radiating intense heat that can melt steel and turn stone to ash. The flames surrounding the blade burn with the eternal fire of Muspelheim, capable of consuming both the physical and mystical aspects of a target, reducing them to cinders.

Effects:

[Incineration Flames]: The flames of Muspelheim are capable of burning through any material, including mystical barriers and defenses. Once ignited, they continue to burn until the target is entirely consumed or the user dispels them.

[Muspelheim's Wrath]: Upon invoking the full power of Muspelheim, the user can unleash a devastating wave of fire, akin to the flames that will consume the world at Ragnarok. This attack spreads out over a large area, annihilating everything in its path.

[Heat Immunity]: The user becomes immune to fire, heat, and burning effects while wielding Laevateinn.

—[End]—

The authority itself, based on the description, is great. A powerful authority perfect for him who had none as his main ability, The Entropy, tends to take time to reach its full effectiveness. In the game's term, The Entropy is basically debuffs that accelerate the natural decay of everything. Like bleeding will bleed faster sort of debuff and not an offensive ability per say. It requires him to dealt a damage for it to affect and apply debuff on the opponent. So, strictly speaking. The Entropy is more like a support ability than offensive.

Although, as good as the new authority was. There is a disadvantage where it can only be activated when he is fighting against an overwhelming number of opponents or at the verge of defeat. This disadvantage alone makes Eryx contemplating if it's worth keeping since while The Entropy is slow and requires time to reach its maximum effectiveness. His strength and abilities are built around utilizing The Entropy.

As for the reason why he is contemplating the need to keep his new authority was because of the notification he keep receiving.

[[The Almighty] is showing a reaction wanting to devour [Muspelheim Laevateinn] to upgrade itself. Do Host wish to allow the process?]

It made Eryx wonder what sort of new benefits the upgraded The Almighty presents.

After much thought and consideration. Eryx decided to upgrade The Almighty simply because his guts told him it's the best choice.

Upon allowing The Almighty to devour his new authority, several notifications start to appear one after another.

[The authority [Muspelheim Laevateinn] has been devoured by [The Almighty].]

[The authority [The Almighty] had been enhanced and Host also gained new abilities.]

[Allfather of Quincy];

Description: Gained the power to distribute user souls which grant the recipient a fraction of user's power and ability that can be cultivated by the recipient and forcefully taken back at any moment. Which will also turn a non Quincy into a Quincy. Also bestow a greater portion of power, Shrift, through consumption of the user's blood.

"This!" Eryx show an expression of astonishment.

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