The more they oppose, the more it shows that I am doing the right thing

"It seems you have done quite some research on the Holy Light,"

An Su looked at the God of Law in the red robes and sincerely said.

This radiant light can be used together with the "Divine Gift," enabling the creation of many more novel breeds of virtual creatures.

It also contributes significantly to the diversity of Farol's creatures.

"Naturally,"

His Excellency Merlin nodded calmly. Although his specific features weren't clear, the Holy Light in his pure white eyes became more intense. He became interested as the conversation turned to Holy Light and casually started discussing his magic design,

"I removed most of the light, retaining just enough radiation so you'd know you're using Holy Light—in accordance with the teachings of the Radiant Holy See."

"In the third chapter, fourth section of the Bible, it is written: 'Let the Holy Light shine upon the earth, let the Holy Light shine upon every creature, for it is our mission as saints.'"

"Since it must shine upon every creature, that should include the Esoteric Religion. Thus, I designed a friendly Holy Light more suitable for the constitution of Cultists."

The words of this old gatekeeper made a lot of sense.

It felt very reasonable.

An Su nodded in agreement,

"Indeed, spreading the Holy Light is my duty. I thank His Excellency Merlin for the teachings, and I will ensure that the glimmer of Holy Light shines across the entirety of Nether. When that time comes, there will no longer be any strife."

"An admirable ideal." His Excellency Merlin found the young one teachable, "But your current level isn't sufficient, and your talent is mediocre."

He rarely encountered juniors who truly recognized his theories. The Holy Maiden of the imperial city he last met had far surpassed An Su in talent but always lacked something—that's why Merlin declined the Princess.

An Su's gaze was much more sincere.

However, Merlin's initial impression of An Su was not good; in fact, one might say he disdained him, especially since the young man chose his closing time to visit.

Merlin watched as the twilight gradually fell, the pale pink sky slowly losing its color, thinking that a new day was about to dawn.

He wanted to finish work.

Guarding the gate was no fun at all.

"Do you have any other questions?" Merlin asked.

"Your Excellency Merlin, could you teach me magic creation?"

An Su had seen Merlin effortlessly modify a simple low-level spell into a legendary intermediate spell—his prowess was certainly much greater than Bone's in life.

Meeting a good teacher meant it was important to learn well.

Such a hassle...

The Holy Light in Merlin's eyes dimmed slightly. He disliked troublesome and time-consuming tasks; had he known, he wouldn't have impulsively initiated the charity event of 'bringing magic into homes, spread wizard knowledge to the countryside.'

But a promise made had to be kept.

He'd find a way to dismiss him carelessly.

He gazed at the increasingly dark night sky, observing the encroaching twilight and the sky drowning in shadows. That indescribable oppression came from above the canopy, from the profound starry sky.

This should be quite interesting.

[Heaven's Gate detects an Apostle of Sorrow]

"The principle of magic creation is very simple, just two steps. First is learning; that relies on your brain. Second is imitation; that relies on your shamelessness."

The Radiant Bishop truly lived up to his name, advocating plagiarism so boldly and openly.

No wonder His Excellency Merlin was known as 'the Faceless One.'

Now An Su understood how Merlin got his third honorary title.

Merlin came up with a good idea, "You should have learned about magic creation by now, so let's move to practical application."

[The War Priest is invading the world]

[The 'Moonlit Cavalry Charging Through the Fields' has been loaded]

According to celestial rules, every church world that hasn't been fully finalized will periodically enter a cycle and open periodically, with the various faiths qualifying to compete anew.

The timing of these openings isn't certain, but the demigod world 'Heaven' opens its gates every twilight evening.

That's why the Church sends Cardinals to guard Heaven's Gate.

An Su felt his breath halt as the stars nearly toppled.

Across the layers of thick clouds, silver streaks crossed the galaxy, night dispersed, and an overwhelming flood of moonlight poured down. The temperature of the surrounding air plummeted. Approaching amidst the moonlight and silver frost was a massive ironclad cavalry as dark as the night itself.

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Iron hooves trampled through the night, echoing like thunder through Heaven, every rise and fall was a bolt of lightning; thousands of iron hooves striking at once, thousands of lightning bolts crashing down, even the skies seemed to quake on the verge of collapse.

This was an invasion by the apostles of pain against Heaven!

An Su looked at Merlin, but the latter's expression remained unchanged as if all this was just a part of his routine, even displaying a hint of weariness.

"Looks like overtime again..."

"If I had left a bit earlier... it wouldn't be my turn."

The crimson bishop's robe fluttered without any wind.

The brilliance within Merlin's pure white pupils grew ever more intense, as he softly chanted incantations, ignoring the surrounding tempest, the iron cavalry had set foot in the gardens of Heaven, with lightning scorching everything, countless pure white petals turned to ash beneath the hooves of the cavalry.

In the eyes of An Su, myriad splendid laws dissipated and then reconverged, myriad intricate and beautiful magic circuits appeared around Merlin and then receded in an instant.

This was the magic of a demigod.

Calling it 'magic' hardly seemed fitting; it was more apt to call it a 'miracle'.

The choir's sacred hymns echoed in the ears,

A great angel manifested behind Merlin, a face so breathtaking and holy it overpowered all else in the world with its beauty.

The great angel's eyes were pure and flawless white, much like Merlin's pupils, spreading six divine wings that filled half of the sky. He held a holy spear composed of brilliant light, slowly descending upon the iron cavalry, like a judgment.

[Judgment of Light]

[Holy Rank. Demigod Magic]

[Blessing Magic]

[Magic Power Consumption: Unknown]

As Merlin chanted the final prayer, light showered down.

The divine light tenderly stroked across everything, with blood spurting alongside the light.

Countless heads soared into the sky, as all the iron cavalry were beheaded in an instant, the soaring blood mingled with the warm holy light, creating a uniquely sublime beauty.

The light of judgment,

One judgment, and all were slain.

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"..."

An Su felt that all before looked rather heartwarming: the singing, the beautiful angel sisters, and the blessing of the all-encompassing holy light was rather healing, only for it to abruptly end in heads dropping dead.

Seeing An Su's confusion, Merlin explained, "The first part of this magic I copied from my teacher, but the latter part is my own creation."

He was somewhat surprised by An Su's reaction.

Witnessing such a battle at the demigod level normally would have left a Third Order saint trembling in fear, yet this young An Su, after his initial shock, gradually calmed down and even appeared to be lost in thought.

"I copied and then slightly adapted it,"

"To focus more of the holy light deep within the brain."

So, it turned into blowing up heads... An Su stared at Merlin.

"May I ask where is your teacher now?" An Su inquired.

"Oh, he has retired, the Radiant Shepherd of the previous generation."

When mentioning his teacher, a shadow seemed to pass over the holy light in Merlin's eyes, perhaps reminiscing about the times spent with his mentor,

"I never really understood why he retired so early."

An Su felt he knew the reason.

"So you plan to?" An Su asked tentatively.

"As you've seen, you've already learned the two greatest secrets of magic creation. Now it's your turn to copy this epic magic and make it your own—that should be quite simple."

Merlin showed a calm and serene smile to An Su, the smile so kind and peaceful, his eyes radiating pure white sincere holy light.

A God of Law?

A God of Law is gold.

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