Inheriting the Divine Aspect

I thought this person was the one pulling the strings behind the scenes, but he denied it. However, I didn't sense any malice from him. 🍔💛 🐺💲

If he can really save me, and I don't have to become Vastaya, why not? Let's see what he wants me to do first!

"Undoubtedly, I want to live, but I don't know how."

"To become God's messenger and convey God's decrees to the people."

"Excuse me, could you please be more specific? At least tell me who you are?"

"I am no one, I am the Soul of Ionia, and I will choose you as the messenger of the gods to receive their divine decree."

"Receiving divine pronouncements and conveying them to the people—could it be Harbinger?"

"That's what mortals seem to be called."

This is getting interesting. Have I been chosen as the Harbinger? But what is the Soul of Ionia? Aren't the Harbinger supposed to deliver the divine pronouncements of the God of Wind, the God of Death, and the God of Wood?

"Um, I have a question..."

"Stop asking, I'm disappearing soon, just give me your answer."

I promise!

I didn't hesitate. Although I didn't know what it would be like to become Harbinger, I had no choice but to accept death.

Upon receiving my affirmative answer, the surrounding scenery changed, and vortexes appeared in the white space, sweeping towards me.

I felt a swelling and discomfort in my head, and then my body slowly materialized, without any injuries, but full of power!

"This power is extremely strong. You must make good use of it under the guidance of the three gods. I believe you will become an excellent Harbinger."

"I heard that the Harbinger and Shepherd are chosen at the age of twelve. Why was I chosen?"

"You are an exception. Syndra has turned her back on the divine path, which is why I have bestowed her divine status upon you."

"Does that mean I can't speak anymore?"

"You inherited all of her divine qualities. She eventually broke the restrictions and gained the ability to speak, so you can speak too."

I was overjoyed to hear what the Soul of Ionia said. I've really hit the jackpot this time. Not only was I saved, but I also gained the power of the Harbinger, and I didn't become mute.

However, I quickly calmed down. There's no such thing as a free lunch. If you gain so much, you must have to pay a price.

"What do you need me to do?"

"Go ask the God of Wind, the God of Wood, and the God of Death; they'll explain it to you."

This guy seems to hate trouble. By the way, I still don't know what the Soul of Ionia is, but judging from his tone, it seems to be a level above even the gods.

Just now, when I was about to ask him, he said it was about to disappear and told me to make a choice quickly, but now he seems to be taking his time.

"Didn't you just say you were about to disappear? Why aren't you in a hurry now?"

"I was afraid you'd ask too many questions and it would be too much trouble, so I'm pushing you a little, hahaha..."

"..."

I'm speechless. Is it really that inappropriate?

Before I could ask again, I emerged from the white space, where I was soaking in a hot spring, all my injuries completely healed.

Syndra was nowhere to be found, and Wukong was still lying on the ground. I quickly climbed ashore and went to his side. He was badly injured, and his heartbeat was extremely weak.

The Harbinger can save people through Spiritual Power. I once saw Western Harbinger save Yasuo in a dream—well, that was me too.

Although I didn't know how to use this power, meditation was definitely the way to go. I closed my eyes and guided the power within my body as if gathering the strength of Wind Force.

After a while, I suddenly felt a heat on my forehead, and a thin, watery sensation spread out. I tried to guide this gentle power towards Wukong, and soon I could feel his heartbeat!

The feeling was wonderful, like my heart was beating in sync with his, faster and faster, until he woke up.

"Master?"

"That's great, you've finally recovered!"

"What happened? Why did I feel like I was about to die, and then I felt someone beating my heart along with it, and now I'm perfectly fine!"

"It's a long story. Something called the Soul of Ionia saved me, and then I saved you. Let's get out of here quickly."

Wukong and I left quickly, but we hadn't gone far when we encountered a group of people fighting.

One group consisted of Irelia and her companions, while the other group comprised members of the Cult of Shadows.

No wonder they didn't come back to rescue me; they were ambushed on the way! I was overjoyed; they hadn't given up on me!

There was still no sign of Zed among the Shadow Cult members. Unlike when I saw them last time, this time I sensed a very obvious violent aura, perhaps because my perception of dark energy has become more acute since I became Harbinger.

With Kayn's arrival and his berserk aura, there's no doubt that the Cult of Shadows has completely embarked on the path of darkness.

Judging from Syndra's situation, it's highly likely that Zed has also joined forces with the Vastaya.

Although Irelia and her companions were few in number, they were highly skilled in martial arts. However, the presence of three severely wounded Shepherd needed care greatly limited their mobility.

My arrival and Wukong's arrival completely changed the situation. The Shadow Stream members didn't fight to the death; they retreated immediately when they saw the situation was unfavorable.

"You defeated Syndra?" Talon came to my side, looking incredulous.

"Things are a bit complicated, let's talk about it when we get back."

After returning to the North Spring Temple, they each treated their injuries, and I also recounted my experience.

When they learned that I had become Harbinger, they were all taken aback, especially Irelia, who quickly bowed to me.

"Greetings, Lord Harbinger!"

"I was surprised too, but you don't need to be so polite. Let's just be the same as before. I'm not Harbinger in the traditional sense; I just inherited Syndra's divinity."

"But you are still the Northern Harbinger, the master of the North Spring Temple, and must accept the worship of the people of Ionia."

I don't want to feel superior to others, especially since many of them are my friends, but Irelia disagrees.

She said that since Syndra turned to the dark side, people's hearts have been very complicated because the Harbinger are messengers of God, and many people feel that this is God's punishment for mankind, so their will is not firm.

Now that I've become the Harbinger, things are different. People have a new faith, and they can unite to fight the enemy!

There was no other way but to accept her suggestion and use the prestige of the Harbinger to rally everyone together.

After several days of mobilization, many more people joined our team, including some highly skilled hermits!

Is God's will really that important? Despite being constantly harmed, she hesitated because of Syndra's identity.

I underestimated the constraints of traditional thinking, but it's fine this way because I can achieve my goal for this trip: to find powerful helpers.

Perhaps this is also a sign that I will become the King of Ionia.