At the Holy Light Festival

The Holy Light Festival is a traditional festival in Dideyasi. Legend has it that on this day three hundred years ago, the light of the God of Justice shone upon the land of Dideyasi, bringing light to the region. Since then, every year people celebrate this festival, praising the great god and praying for a happier and more fulfilling life.

However, this year's Holy Light Festival was somewhat unusual for the people of Dideyasi. After all, what had happened to their beloved Holy Maiden made it impossible for them to have the heart to celebrate. Moreover, the Temple had yet to provide a convincing and appropriate explanation. This made the people's feelings towards the Temple somewhat complicated. The most obvious change was that the bustling scene at the Temple gates before each Holy Light Festival was nowhere to be seen this year. Apart from some nobles and exceptionally devout believers, almost no one else went to the Temple to receive the blessed baptism as before.

"It seems the situation is indeed very serious."

Looking at the deserted church square, the young pastor sighed, her heart heavy with melancholy.

"Although I had anticipated this outcome when His Holiness the Bishop assigned the mission, the current situation is even worse than we imagined."

"It seems that people lack trust in the church."

Geligao Li shared his opinion, standing beside the young priestess and gazing in the same direction as her.

"Do you need my help? Persuading that saintess to resume cooperation with the church is no easy task."

"I see."

Thinking about this, a shadow fell over the girl's face.

"This matter is indeed very difficult. In fact, even now, I still don't understand what His Holiness the Bishop meant. Although I also think it's necessary to investigate the whole process, for some reason, I always feel that he seems to doubt Lady Catherine. This isn't like His Holiness the Bishop, and besides, doing so wouldn't do us any good."

"Speaking of which, I find that rather odd."

Geligao Li clearly had a different perspective on this matter.

"To be honest, although I only met Her Highness Catherine for the first time yesterday, for some reason, I didn't sense the same sacred aura from her as you do..."

"That's impossible!"

The girl immediately interrupted Geligao Li.

"Miss Catherine is a saint, she couldn't possibly..."

I don't know either.

Geligao Li clearly wasn't planning on making a decision too soon, but deep down, he did have some doubts.

"In short, I feel there's something strange about this saintess. You'd better be careful. Whether this is true or not, the continent can't withstand another disaster. We must unite and work together to fight those terrible enemies and completely annihilate them."

"Of course, Lord Brave."

The girl walked up to Geligao Li and gently took his hand.

I will always be by your side, supporting you.

Meanwhile, in the baptismal chamber on the other side, Catherine was praying.

This is her private prayer room, where Catherine prays every year on the Holy Light Feast, asking for divine attention and blessings before participating in the festival—but today she's clearly here for more than just prayer.

"Master... again..."

Seated on the altar carved with sacred patterns, Catherine spread her legs, completely exposing her most intimate parts. Her face was slightly flushed with excitement and arousal, and her eyes revealed unmistakable lust. At that moment, a white, cloudy liquid was slowly flowing out. "Please, please love Catherine again, I beg you, my great master... This is simply not enough..."

"It's been all night, aren't you tired of it?"

Li Lin reached out and stroked Catherine's cheek, then his right hand moved down, tightly grasping her proud nipple. This sudden attack caused Catherine to scream, but quickly, Li Lin with a kiss, as she endured the intense, thick object's assault once more. In the sacred baptismal chamber, the sounds of water and soft breathing mingled, the swaying water and the pervasive scent of desire creating a perverse pleasure. Catherine clung tightly to Li Lin's strong body, actively responding to Li Lin movements, occasionally sticking out her tongue, yearning for her master's caresses.

When I first met you, I never imagined you would be this kind of woman.

While enjoying Catherine's services, Li Lin spoke with great interest.

"Um... ah... because... because Master hasn't come for months... I really... um... can't... hold... it... anymore..."

While actively swaying her body, Catherine answered in a low, panting voice.

"What, didn't you go and sleep with other men?"

As Li Lin spoke, he slapped Catherine's soft, white buttocks, making a loud echo. This caused Catherine to moan softly, her body trembling slightly. Judging from her expression, the stimulation just now was clearly beyond her tolerance.

"I thought you wouldn't be able to resist finding just any man to fill your empty and lonely heart."

"This... this... how is this possible... ah... Master... everything about Catherine... is yours... it belongs only to you..."

Catherine's long hair began to sway violently along with her body. It seemed that doing such a thing in this sacred room was a thrill for Catherine in itself.

"Other men... I don't want other men... I'm only for my master... so please... master... please, again, not enough, not enough..."

"Knock knock knock."

Just then, a crisp knock came at the door, followed by a woman's voice from outside.

"Your Highness, how are your preparations going?"

"----!!"

Catherine's body tensed instantly. She stared anxiously at the doorway, took a deep breath, and was about to respond when Li Lin's fierce attack forced her to cover her mouth, preventing a scream from escaping.

"Master, Master..."

"You just said that yourself."

Unmoved by Catherine's pleading gaze, Li Lin reached out and began to fondle the sensitive areas of Catherine's chest.

"You want me to keep going, don't you?"

"Yes... but... now... ah...!"

"Your Highness?"

It was unclear whether it was Catherine's last soft moan that caught the attention of the person outside the door, but their voice became somewhat puzzled.

Are you alright?

"I'm... fine, there's nothing... wrong!"

Catherine held Li Lin tightly, gritting her teeth as she managed to answer the questions from outside.

If it's discovered, if it's discovered here, then...

The thought of the consequences filled Catherine with fear and panic, and at that moment, as if stimulated by something, she found it increasingly difficult to bear.

"I... will be ready soon... Please... tell Father and Mother... that they can wait a moment... Oh!"

The stimulation within her body almost made Catherine gasp for breath, but just then, Li Lin preemptively sealed her lips with a kiss.

"Don't scream, okay? What would your parents think if they saw their daughter doing this here?"

Listening to Li Lin's seductive whispers, as if from a devil, Catherine could no longer restrain herself. Her entire body began to tremble uncontrollably, a powerful wave of pleasure washing over her, completely engulfing all her senses. Catherine screamed silently, her mouth agape, reaching her final climax...

"Huff... huff..."

After it was all over, Catherine collapsed to the ground, the cold spring water soaking her dress and revealing its delicate crimson hue. She lay there, her eyes blankly staring at the ceiling. After a long while, she slowly got up from the ground.

"Now you should be satisfied, right?"

"Of course, thank you for your kindness, Master."

Catherine stood up, bowed to Li Lin, then turned around and began to straighten and change her dress.

"This is a reward."

Watching Catherine's retreating figure, Li Lin revealed a gentle smile.

"If you do well in the future, you will receive the same reward again."

"Master, I will complete your mission wholeheartedly. Please trust Catherine... I swear by my name, I will never betray you."

As she spoke, Catherine turned around, her smile both alluring and wicked.

"Speaking of which, that female pastor from yesterday seemed to be quite a catch. Master, would you be interested in tasting her? I think she's probably still a virgin."

As the saying goes, "One who stays near vermilion gets stained red, and one who stays near ink gets stained black," and Catherine gradually began to gravitate towards Angela.

"An interesting suggestion."

After hearing Catherine's suggestion, Li Lin crossed his arms and squinted.

"I've come up with a good idea... but for now, let's focus on the current problem."

"Of course, Master."

Catherine, who had already tidied her clothes, took out the small bottle that Li Lin had given her yesterday from her bosom. She looked at the bottle of medicine, then put it into her sleeve.

I know what to do.

Then, she bowed deeply to Li Lin and turned to leave the room.

"This festival will be recorded in history."

Watching Catherine's departing figure, Li Lin leaned against the wall, revealing a cold, smug smile.

"I think this will be a good start."

In the plaza where the Holy Light Festival was to be held, the high platform had already been erected, and below, a sea of people was already surging. According to official announcements, Princess Catherine would be attending this year's Holy Light Festival. This in itself wasn't unusual, but given the current context, it attracted considerable attention and caused a sensation. Many people from Dideyasi had come specifically to see how Princess Catherine had become after that incident, and what kind of statement she would make.

These ordinary people also felt conflicted. On the one hand, they loathed the Temple for defiling their spiritual idol, yet it had been slow to offer an explanation. On the other hand, they did not want to antagonize the Temple. Aside from practical interactions and interests, they had no hatred towards the God of Justice, and therefore did not want their Holy Maiden to openly challenge the Temple.

Therefore, the attitude that Catherine will express this time has naturally become the central topic of discussion.

Noon.

As the solemn horns sounded, Catherine, the King, and the Queen ascended the platform. She wore a white robe and a smile, as if the rumors had never affected her. Her expression remained beautiful, holy, and serene. Everyone gazed at her in rapt attention, whispering prayers. No one could imagine that just moments before, this holy princess had been pinned down by a man, wantonly ravaged, and uttering pleasurable moans.

The Holy Light Festival began soon after. As always, Catherine first offered a prayer. She stood on the high platform, enduring the complex gazes of the crowd, and then closed her eyes.

"My brothers and sisters, my beloved people, may the God of Justice forever bless you. We all know that the people of Dideyasi are currently experiencing an unprecedented crisis..."

However, to everyone's surprise, Catherine remained silent about what had happened to her, and instead talked about everything that was happening on the continent in front of her.

"... We are devout believers. We prayed, hoping that the God of Justice would grant us strength and courage, but we were wrong. Courage and strength are not bestowed; we cannot sit idly at home waiting for divine favor. My brothers and sisters, my beloved ones, you have heard of what happened before, that evil, dark, and painful... and it saddens me..."

Upon hearing this, the crowd finally perked up. Geligao Li and the priestess, in particular, focused intently, awaiting the saint's next words. After all, given their status, they were not qualified to interrupt Her Highness. Therefore, they could only pray from the bottom of their hearts that Her Highness would not say anything inappropriate.

"I do not wish for this matter to affect any friendly relations we have. There is still much darkness and evil in the world; weak children are abandoned by their parents and die weeping. Impoverished women are forced to sell their most precious youth just to survive. Compared to their suffering, what I bear is nothing. I will not hate or resent anyone because of this. I am the spokesperson of the God of Justice, Saint Catherine, so naturally I should also bear the responsibility of confronting evil. Not merely listening to the reports of the paladins in the temple, nor simply reading about the calamities in books. Everything I have personally experienced will make me stronger and more steadfast in my faith in our great, one and only God."

As she said this, Catherine glanced, seemingly casually, at the young priestess and her companion in the crowd. A cold smile, unnoticed by anyone, flashed in her eyes.

Foolish woman, sooner or later you will become your master's captive, just like me, completely infatuated with him. Temple? Messenger? These are utterly insignificant compared to the pleasure my master brings me. And you will eventually understand what you—a woman—truly desires. It's not prayer, praise, and worship, but something much more practical... little girl.

"A glorious return, according to divine decree!"

She shouted, raising the goblet of holy water in her hand. Inside, clear holy water floated, and just moments before, Catherine had used her movement to pour the entire potion into it. Her actions aroused no suspicion, and now, only one thing remained for her to do. But...

After drinking this, she will no longer be human.

Looking at the clear, transparent holy water before her, Catherine once again remembered Li Lin's reminder.

You only have one chance to choose.

I have already made my choice, Master.

Catherine answered Li Lin's question in her mind, then closed her eyes and drank the holy water.

For everyone present, a scene they would never forget unfolded before their very eyes.

A holy, beautiful light burst forth from Catherine's body, completely enveloping her, like a beautiful and sacred sun radiating light and heat. Everyone touched by the light felt immense warmth and comfort. This light not only dispelled the cold but also dispelled their inner pain and confusion. At this moment, there was only one thing each person could do.

They knelt on the ground, tears of excitement streaming down their faces, facing the orb of light, loudly praising the miracle of the God of Justice and praying to it.

"Look! Geligao Li!!"

The young priestess excitedly grabbed the arm of the man beside her, her eyes filled with excitement.

"This is divine power, this is true divine power, Lady Catherine... truly our saintess!! Look, what a beautiful, what a sacred posture!"

As she spoke, light began to burst forth, the specks transforming into feathers that danced in all directions. And at that moment, no one would forget the figure of Catherine standing on the high platform—a pair of pure white, beautiful wings emerged from behind her, which in itself represented everything. No one would doubt what kind of future this sacred, solemn, and beautiful figure would bring them.