"Come to think of it, although Hamadus is only a subordinate deity, he's pretty powerful in the stories."
Veil, the sister-adoring one who knew nothing about any of this, was still enthusiastically discussing the plot.
"It says here that the God of War's wife fell hopelessly in love with him because of his strong blue muscles."
"And legend has it that, as the God of Noise, Hamadus's roars could not only destroy his enemies but even split the sea. His followers received the same gifts."
"If he's so powerful, why is he still only a subordinate deity?"
Lita raised another objection.
"I actually know this one."
Her tone was casual, but Veil was clearly pleased that her sister was willing to talk with her.
"Legend says he was born from the God of War's battle with evil. But the God of War had existed since the Deep Sea Era, so in theory, Hamadus was much younger."
"...All right."
Lita, who clearly wasn't familiar with mythology, fell silent for a while.
"So back then, you could gain power just by believing in a god?"
Her voice was hesitant and wistful. Clearly, this was what she cared about.
"...According to the legends, yes."
Understanding why her sister had asked, Veil hesitated before confirming it.
"They say there were mortals who wielded Supernatural Power in that era, too, but the only proper way to obtain it was through faith in different gods."
"The more devout and steadfast you were, the greater the gifts you received."
"That does sound a lot simpler."
Lita's voice carried an unmistakable sigh.
"I kind of wish I could've lived in that era."
"Don't romanticize it. That era had its share of cruelty, too."
Veil clearly understood her sister's regret.
"And if I really went back to the Mythological