Chapter 991: Chapter 991: Weakened Divinities vs. Despicable Believers (Part 17)
Phibit secretly rejoiced in his heart; it was very clear that the relationship between this Oracle and Royd seemed not so harmonious.
However, he was still not at ease.
The Emperor asked Gu Shengyin, "Oracle, it is said that you have a good relationship with my brother, Duke Royd."
The Emperor did not overlook Gu Shengyin’s expression, so he clearly saw that when he mentioned the title of Duke Royd, the other party’s brows furrowed slightly with impatience.
Gu Shengyin hesitated for a moment before answering, "Duke Royd is very confident; he is a man without belief. I stayed one night at the Duke’s mansion. As the Oracle of the Goddess of Nature, I have no way to become his guide."
These words were spoken quite tactfully, and the Emperor easily heard the underlying implication: I am at odds with Duke Royd, and our relationship is not good at all.
The Emperor suddenly burst into laughter. He stood up, walked over to Royd’s side, and reached out to pat his shoulder, "Duke Royd is indeed an atheist. I am different from him; I absolutely believe in the existence of divinities."
Gu Shengyin timely praised him, "The Goddess of Nature is always watching over her believers, and your faithful devotion will surely be known to her."
The two chatted about the topic of divinities for a while, and the Emperor found this Oracle very much to his liking, especially considering how beautiful she was—a truly rare beauty.
After enduring the conversation for a while, Duke Royd seemed to be unable to tolerate their topic any longer and finally took his leave.
Once Royd had left, the Emperor remarked meaningfully, "See, every time Duke Royd hears anything related to divinities, he becomes so impatient."
The implication was that an Oracle like you will not achieve a good outcome with Royd.
Gu Shengyin nodded respectfully, "Duke Royd has no affinity with the Goddess of Nature."
The Emperor finally smiled with satisfaction.
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No one knew what exactly the Emperor and that mysterious Oracle discussed that day.
The Palace Attendants curiously discovered that their Majesty’s attitude towards the Oracle was very peculiar.
Logically, considering such a beautiful and charming woman, with the Emperor’s character, it would be impossible for him to let her go.
What does it matter if she is an Oracle? How many Oracles has the Emperor not toyed with?
To conquer someone under the guise of a divine representative is even more thrilling.
Yet, this Emperor not only refrained from making a move on this Oracle, but even his attitude towards Gu Shengyin was excessively respectful.
Even towards the Nine-Colored Deer beside the Oracle, he had no thoughts of possession, instead instructing the attendants daily to take great care of it.
This abnormal behavior made the maids in the palace become very cautious in dealing with Gu Shengyin.
Gu Shengyin smiled secretly; she merely employed some means to make the Emperor believe that the Goddess of Nature truly existed and was watching over this continent through her eyes.
The mere thought of a divinity truly existing close by was enough to make the Emperor restless and uneasy.
She took residence in the Imperial Palace of the Lotte Empire.
Phibit specifically chose an elegantly appointed palace and selected the most beautiful and considerate maids to attend to her.
However, Gu Shengyin did not show any unusual behavior.
She was waiting, waiting for an opportunity where the Emperor would realize her importance.