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Upon stepping into the Hall of Ascension, both Envi and I were utterly mesmerized. The sheer magnificence of this place was unlike anything we had ever seen before. Towering statues of the gods and goddesses stood in a perfect circle around the chamber, their divine presence radiating an overwhelming sense of power and reverence. The craftsmanship was so detailed that the figures looked almost alive, as if they could move at any moment. Even though they were merely statues, their auras could be felt, pressing down on me like an unseen force.

This place reminded me of the moment I first met the Goddess of Benevolence. At that time, her divine presence was so overwhelming that it was almost suffocating, a power beyond mortal comprehension. Standing here, surrounded by these statues, I felt that same sensation—a silent yet undeniable authority. The ceiling of the hall, adorned with a sun-shaped symbolwith the number one inscribed at its center, pulsed with a strange divine energy, further enhancing the sanctity of the chamber.

Curiosity stirred within me. Just what was the true purpose of the Hall of Ascension?

Yet, as I studied the room further, something felt off.

The arrangement of the statues seemed deliberate—designed to hold exactly ten divine figures. However, one side of the circle contained a noticeable gap, as if a statue had once stood there but had now vanished. It was strange. If this was a sacred place meant to honor the gods, why would one be missing?

Then, my eyes landed on something even more disturbing.

All the other statues were perfectly intact, their forms sculpted with intricate details from head to toe. But one statue was different—it was missing its head. The clean-cut surface where the head should have been gave me chills.

An uneasy feeling settled in my chest.

"What happened here?" I muttered under my breath, still staring at the headless deity.

Noticing my expression, Sir Godvrey let out a hearty chuckle."You’re wondering what this place is, aren’t you?" he said, his deep voice echoing through the chamber.

I turned to face him as he continued.