Chapter 43: The Evil Descends (7)
A very long time ago, the great gods created humans. Humans were foolish and ignorant, acting purely on instinct without intelligence. They were no different from animals.
The gods did not intervene, allowing humans to live freely. However, entities from beyond this realm took an interest in the Mortal Realm. These beings crossed into the Mortal Realm, toying with humans as though they were mere playthings, slaughtering them for amusement.
The gods, unable to bear such sights, descended upon the world. They designated these beings as demons, declaring them as entities unfit to exist in this world. After countless clashes between the gods and the demons, they finally succeeded in banishing the demons from this realm.
The humans revered the great gods who had saved them. They remembered their names and began worshiping them. Communities of these worshipers eventually formed religious orders. Under the gods’ guidance, humanity achieved unprecedented progress.
After many centuries had passed, the story reached the present.
“I see.” Ketal stroked his chin as if he found the story intriguing. His reaction surprised Aquaz. The tale she had just shared was an ancient myth—one so tedious that children would often doze off during lessons in the church.
Yet, Ketal listened intently, his expression filled with curiosity. Touched by this unexpected reaction, Aquaz continued her explanation. “The demons were banished from the Mortal Realm. The great ones erected barriers to prevent the demons from residing here.”
However, the pathways from Hell had already opened. No matter how strong the barriers were, the demons could still interfere with the Mortal Realm.
Though divine aid was required, the gods could not continuously monitor the Mortal Realm. Therefore, they chose among their worshipers, granting them a portion of their divine power. These chosen humans wielded miracles from the gods. Through this, the Church gained even greater influence, eventually spreading its power across the entire continent.
“I think I understand,” Ketal murmured, summarizing the historical narrative told by the worshipers of this world. “Is it impossible to kill these beings because they originate from another dimension?”
“Yes,” Aquaz affirmed. “They do not belong in this world, and thus, the concepts of this realm cannot eliminate them. But through the divine miracles of the gods, such demons can be defeated.”