The successful completion of the sacrificial ceremony sent the festive atmosphere in the square soaring to its peak. The believers of the Gods of Abundance erupted in thunderous cheers, while the priests around the altar began chanting the sacred names of the Three Goddesses in unison. A faint radiance emerged above the statues of the Three Goddesses, shrouding the high platform like a magnificent aurora. Then grand, classical ceremonial music began to play. Priestesses playing the goddesses' messengers approached from the other end of the square, followed by three processions of priests bearing ointment, grain, and soil. Everything proceeded in strict accordance with the scriptures.
No one knew what exactly they had sent to the realm of the gods behind this stirring celebration.
In the tower at the edge of the square, Gawain stood by the window, smiling as he watched the festivities below. Beside him was Amber, craning her neck forward with all her might. After watching the spectacle for quite some time, Amber suddenly muttered, "The Three Goddesses really do have a lot of followers..."
"The Three Gods of Abundance are the true gods with the broadest base of worshippers. Though their churches are not as forceful as the Holy Light Sect, they are rooted in the most fundamental material needs of all living beings, so their influence extends across the entire Loren Continent. On the other hand, they also possess an exceptionally long history. Their origins can even be traced back to a variation of faith in Amun, the Elven chief god, which ensured that their influence would become deeply entrenched," Gawain said with a faint smile, his tone calm. "The Divine Authority Council's reforms have achieved remarkable results, and public literacy efforts have continued for several years now, but that is still far from enough to