After Life—Knight and Death—Knight, his third Soul Skill, Healing—Spirituality, worked by healing the soul, but required an intermediary source of power. Demon Soul Light Orbs could serve as fuel.
As things stood, he seemed rather unlike an orthodox knight. His path appeared to have veered somewhat off course.
After a moment's reflection, Velin cast the stray thoughts from his mind. Before the spectral manifestation of a deity, he dared not let his thoughts wander.
The Goddess of Life's spectral avatar scattered a shower of radiance, blessing the clergy and nobles around her. She then approached Belgrave, king of the Isia Kingdom, and said softly, "A born king is about to be born into the Silvis Family."
As the voice reached his ears, a flash of shock crossed Belgrave's eyes. His lips moved as he offered words of reverence.
"The Qixing Count shall be my God-Bestowed Count."
"Your will shall be obeyed, Your Divinity!"
The next moment, the Goddess of Life's spectral avatar slowly dissipated, turning into the purest power of faith and returning to the statue.
Throughout all this, Velin remained utterly bewildered as he knelt on the floor. He had no idea what had happened, yet felt certain that he ought to know something.
"Qixing Count, please rise."
Hearing Belgrave's voice, Velin cleared the confusion from his face and stood, accepting everyone's scrutiny.
"The firmness of the Qixing Count's faith puts even me, the king, to shame. Her Divinity has personally bestowed this title upon you, which means every nation that worships the goddess will recognize it."
"Your Majesty, you flatter me."
Velin lowered his head and replied respectfully.
He was certain that the goddess's bestowal had absolutely nothing to do with his faith. It was most likely connected to Fate Guidance.
Fortunately, everyone believed this explanation, so there