Professor Yuke Wood was not at all surprised by Shade's question:
"Yes. If it's you, of course there's no problem."
"No! Absolutely not!"
It was not only Luvia who blurted it out. Nearly every Great Witch voiced her opposition, and even the Young Ladies who did not speak would never have been willing to let Shade take that seat.
"God Summoner, although this is yours to decide, from the Church's standpoint, we do not wish for you to sacrifice yourself here."
Miss Maria, the "Nightmare Witch," spoke on behalf of the Church. Her gaze turned toward her friend, Sister Devlin, who stood among the Witches. The nun seemed to have opened her mouth just now as well.
"From the Academy's perspective, God Summoner, this world still needs you too."
The red-haired girl was speaking. Although Emilia was here, she did not mind voicing her opinion. After all, apprentices and ordinary students were different. Lady Helena Carter beside her gave the red-haired girl a slight nod, likely approving of her decision to speak.
There were relatively few Diviners from the Seer Association, and they did not wish to involve themselves in this matter, so they remained silent. Among the elves, "Valley Lord" Mr. Elderon spoke on behalf of the great elven clans.
They too opposed Shade doing this, but their reason was not that the God Summoner was important to this world. It was a matter of honor:
"God Summoner, this is the honor of the Tree Elves. You are neither an elf, nor do you worship the Tree Father, but rather that Moon God. Please do not deprive us of our honor."
Ancient races mostly held such stubborn notions, but once the Outlander made up his mind, he would not easily be persuaded by others. Besides, he did not truly