"You should know the purpose of that arm, right?"
"Of course, the Cornerstone Gate. It relies on the power of the Holy Relic, 'The Right Arm of the Saint,' to withstand the strong currents from the deep sea."
Facing Natsuki Minamiya's question, Abel casually answered.
Hearing his reply, Natsuki Minamiya looked helpless.
Her Lord knew the purpose of 'The Right Arm of the Saint' and still made the trade, how frustrating.
Natsuki Minamiya took a sip of mint-infused black tea to refresh herself, then continued, "Since Lord knows, why did he make this unequal trade?"
Abel's lips curved slightly, revealing a meaningful smile: "Is this trade unequal? I don't think so. What do you think is behind the Western European Church?"
"Behind the Western European Church is the General Church, of course."
"And the General Church?"
As Abel said this, Natsuki Minamiya also paused.
Behind the General Church?
Natsuki Minamiya's mind raced, then her eyes lit up, "It's God!"
"More precisely, it's the angels from the Celestial Realm, since God is already dead."
At these words, Natsuki Minamiya froze.
God is dead?
How could that be?
"Let's put aside the matter of God's death for now."
Abel looked at Natsuki Minamiya, then continued, "It looks like we lost out on this trade, but in fact, we gained something, because with this matter, I can demand compensation or a promise from those angels."
"After all… what's free is always the most expensive."
Listening to Abel, a hint of surprise flashed in Natsuki Minamiya's eyes.
At the same time, besides her Lord's astonishing strength, his background was also extraordinary.
Then Natsuki Minamiya asked, "What will replace 'The Right Arm of the Saint'? This concerns all the residents on the island."
"Hahaha, don't worry, as a King, how could I disregard the people of my territory?"
Abel said with a laugh, then continued, "Moreover, while 'The Right Arm of the Saint' is precious, it's not irreplaceable."
He still had something in his Kamui Space.
No… to be precise, a dragon.
That's not quite right either, it should be a divine beast nurtured by the earth.
Yes, that's right.
It was a divine beast born from the earth of Greece.
He had thought about making an artificial divine artifact before.
But due to constant engagements, he hadn't started making it yet.
Replacing 'The Right Arm of the Saint' with 'The Divine Dragon of the Earth' would be a good choice.
Furthermore, 'The Divine Dragon of the Earth' is a living creature; making it the new central system would be like a divine artifact gaining a spirit.
So, once the replacement is successful, Itogami Island will be instantly refined.
Looking at the confident Abel, Natsuki Minamiya's curiosity piqued, and she asked, "What will you use to replace it?"
"That, my dear, is a secret."
After speaking, Abel's lips curved upwards, then he leaned back on the sofa, picked up his black tea, and drank it.
It was as if everything that followed was completely under his control.
Natsuki Minamiya looked at Abel, and couldn't help but sigh, her Lord truly was extraordinary.
However, her agreement alone was not enough; the government and Yase Motoki also needed to agree. Of course, the government would almost certainly agree.
So now, only Yase Motoki's agreement was needed.
Natsuki Minamiya reminded him, "Lord, while there's definitely no problem with me and the government, you'll need to personally persuade the Yase family, as they are also one of the power holders on Itogami Island."
Abel put down his teacup and chuckled, "No matter, I will handle it."
As he finished speaking, the class bell rang.
As a student, one must, of course, attend class properly.
Abel and Natsuki Minamiya walked towards the classroom together… Class was like a lullaby, and time flew by.
Soon it was noon.
In the classroom, Abel was eating the bento prepared by Himeragi Yukina, while Aurora was heartily devouring grilled meat, with a serving of ice cream placed next to her bento box.
"Yukina."
"What is it, King? Is the food not to your liking?"
Hearing Abel call her, Himeragi Yukina quickly asked.
Looking at the serious young girl, Abel smiled.
"No, it's very good."
"I need you to invite Yase Motoki, the boy who visited me last time."
Himeragi Yukina listened to Abel's words and remembered the boy with headphones around his neck that night.
Without asking further, Himeragi Yukina left the classroom.
Looking at the departing Himeragi Yukina, he had to admit, that girl was quite efficient.
After a while, Himeragi Yukina returned with Yase Motoki.
Yase Motoki greeted Abel, "King, good day."
"Hmm, no need for such formalities."
Abel smiled, then continued, "I'm just here to inform you of something."
Yes, not to ask, but to inform.
If he had to report about exchanging things, then would he still be King?
Listening to Abel's words, Yase Motoki was slightly stunned.
What did this King need to inform him about? It couldn't be that he was going to destroy Itogami Island, could it?
Yase Motoki asked, puzzled, "King, what is it?"
"I plan to trade 'The Right Arm of the Saint' and replace it with something else."
Yase Motoki was first stunned, then incredulous. Exchange the cornerstone of Itogami Island for something else?
This… this really was an announcement.
But once 'The Right Arm of the Saint' was lost, the entire island would be churned by the underwater currents, causing the whole island to shake.
Looking at Yase Motoki's changing expression, Abel smiled, "Don't worry, since I've decided to do this, I naturally have full confidence. The effect of the replacement will only be better than 'The Right Arm of the Saint'."
"Moreover, this is my territory, and the residents of Itogami Island are my people. A King would not let his people be displaced."
Hearing Abel's assurance, Yase Motoki relaxed.
Since that's the case… "Since King has decided, I will do my best to cooperate. However… the government side will still need you to mediate."
"You don't need to worry about the government; they won't refuse."
"Understood, then I will do my best to cooperate, but I hope King will keep his promise and ensure the safety of Itogami Island."
Abel nodded in satisfaction at Yase Motoki's understanding. "Don't worry, everything will go as I expect."
With that, he waved his hand, dismissing Yase Motoki.
As Yase Motoki left, Abel stretched.
Next, it was time to get in touch with our Electronic Empress, Aiba Asagi.
Peeking last night was not good.
And now was a good time to get in touch by going to the Cornerstone Gate, and incidentally get some blood for Aurora.
Thinking this, Abel got up and walked out of the classroom.
Himeragi Yukina saw this and quickly followed, but was stopped by Abel.
"My lady bodyguard, how about giving the King some private time?"
"Hmm… alright, King, please be careful."
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