"Compared to the Witch Council, the Five Gods Church would prefer for the Guardians to become Chosen Ones. But the Church also believes that the Guardians' unusual form of existence could lead to serious problems. Of course, that is also because, of all the Chosen Ones so far, everyone except Iluna has encountered major problems."
Sister Devlin said this, and Shade sensed that the eyes behind her blindfold were "looking" at him:
"And what is your opinion, Shade? I once said that although I attend the Witch Council and maintain a good relationship with the Orthodox Church, the one I follow is the Hero Holding the Fire who touched the Primordial Fire through my hand."
Though her wording was strange, Shade understood that she truly cared more about his view of the Chosen Ones:
"Luvia, Iluna, and I have discussed it. I understand the Witch Council's belief that Miss Lathers should be the Chosen One, but we still believe the best outcome is for the Guardians to become Chosen Ones, preventing any further mishaps. However, that requires not only stopping the local Demon's scheme, but also keeping watch over the Guardians' condition. At present, unless the Guardians appear of their own accord, no one can find them."
Shade raised a finger:
"On Friday night, I'll enter the estate of the person who made a contract with the Demon. Sister Devlin, I hope you can wait outside the estate for my message. I'll give you a card. Once you receive the signal, enter the estate immediately and help me send away a soul."
Sister Devlin had a way to converse with Luvia through fire, so she already knew about this matter:
"No problem. But the Church's divinations show that the first Randall Flower of early spring this year will likely bloom