Derrick was somewhat surprised by the Hanged Man's suggestion. "N-No need to go?"
Alger nodded. "I remember that when the Fallen Creator's descent in Backlund failed last time, you seemed to mention those ruins. There was a statue of the Fallen Creator there, correct?"
Derrick nodded. "Yes!"
Fors timidly raised her hand and asked, "Um, may I ask whether the Fallen Creator you've all been talking about is the True Creator?"
This was already her second time attending the gathering. She had discovered that the other members were quite friendly, but the topics they discussed were simply too advanced, leaving her somewhat at a loss.
However, from what had just happened, she had also realized that as long as she dared to ask—and it did not involve overly confidential information—the other members were willing to answer her questions.
Audrey replied, "Yes. Also, recently, I learned from my subordinates that someone has been spreading the True Creator's teachings in the Wharf Area and the East End."
A few days ago, she had gone to the East End and Wharf Area with Xue. The sight had been utterly shocking to her. At the same time, she had learned from Xue's informants that someone was preaching on behalf of the True Creator.
But in order to prevent Fors from noticing how she had obtained that information, Audrey had said, "I learned from my subordinates," to mislead her.
Fors had also heard Xue mention this matter. "The True Creator once attempted to descend upon Backlund?"
"Yes," Audrey said. "But He was stopped by Mr. Fool's Blessed."
Fors sucked in a breath. I didn't even know about any of this! Hobart smiled. "That reminds me of something Mr. Fool once said: In an era like this, with a Backlund like this, and an East End,