Chapter 157 -157-The Four Deities
Over a hundred thousand people had gathered here, even though a large portion of the villagers had yet to arrive.
After all, the influence of Deus Initium had now spread to extraordinarily distant places, reaching villages and settlements that were days away from Annasi Town.
It was not easy for those villagers to make the journey here — some had to trek for several days across rugged mountains and treacherous lands.
"Everyone gathered here is a devoted follower of Deus Initium. I believe you all know why we have come together today: this is the day when Deus Initium will bestow the title of Protector of the Village!"
"From once living in villages on the brink of annihilation to now living securely here, with some even awakening their powers, it is all thanks to the boundless grace and guidance of Deus Initium!"
"Now, let us stand witness and await the appearance of the divine!"
After speaking, Thomas swept his gaze over the assembled crowd before him. Then, he turned toward the towering temple and bowed deeply in reverence.
With that movement, a powerful and peculiar fluctuation radiated outward, a surge of devotion that stirred every single one of the hundred thousand devotees gathered. As one, they followed Thomas’s example, bowing solemnly toward the temple.
At the same time, they each offered up their spice points — precious offerings of fragrant spices meant for the gods.
In an instant, the rich aroma of the burning spices filled the air, a thick, pervasive fragrance that hung heavily in every corner of the vast plaza.
Inside the colossal statue within the temple, Owen watched the countless fervent devotees. A glimmer of light pulsed from his forehead as his god mark manifested — an ancient sigil that resonated with the very fabric of the divine.