Chater 10
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“Hu… Human…?”
“Mm…”
Princess Solomon, who advocates for human sacrifice with a calm smile.
However, despite the discomfort people expressed, they could not easily refute her.
“Isn’t it only natural? Both then and now, the best offering is one’s own kin; it’s common knowledge.”
“Ye… Yes, that’s true, but…”
Even now, there are numerous nations or races across the continent that offer intelligent non-humans or their own kind as sacrifices to gods, dragons, or monsters.
Even the elves, once every hundred years, select a pure maiden to offer as a sacrifice to the Dragon King. The Baal Church also frequently burns humans alive on the altar as the highest sacrifice.
Most of the sacrifices are slaves or prisoners, ranging from the elderly or strong adults to infants.
Although such rituals ceased in the Kanan Kingdom since breaking relations with the Baal Church, the practice is still prevalent in neighbouring countries, making it undeniable that human sacrifice is considered the highest form of offering.
While the king and others showed discomfort, they reluctantly accepted the situation.
Princess Solomon’s gaze then turned to Sir Eva Gellion, who was staring directly at her.
“What do you think, Sir Eva? After all, you are the only one who has met him. Do you believe the Seraphim would favor this sacrifice?”
“That is…”
At their words, Eva hesitated for a moment.
Honestly, similar thoughts had already crossed her mind when the topic of sacrifice arose.
Although she had not lost her life, Eva herself was also a body dedicated to the esteemed Seraphim.
She personally did not like the custom of human sacrifice and considered it an evil practice that should be eradicated if possible.
However, she knew one fact clearly as a soldier protecting her country.
The fact that sacrifices are necessary to protect something precious.
‘I don’t like it, but… if it’s to protect this country…’
With this resolve and a deep sense of guilt,
Eva answered in a serious voice.
“I also… believe the princess’s words are valid. However, how many people are you thinking of offering as a sacrifice?”
The Baal Church typically offers around 50 sacrifices in significant rituals.
So, were they expected to prepare that number as well?
“Well, there’s no need for numerous minor sacrifices. In such a situation, the sacrifice should be someone with the purest and noblest bloodline.”
“Noble bloodline… you mean?”
Nobles, who were trying to gauge the situation,
Heeding their words, the princess spoke with a confident voice.
“To put it plainly, wouldn’t one girl be sufficient?”
“Wh… What?”
“Wa… Wait… Y… Your Highness?”
“Daughter! What are you saying?”
The sudden bombshell from Princess Solomon.
As a result, not only Eva but also the king and his ministers began to show expressions of shock.
“This is the first time we are showing our sincerity to the deity. In this situation, there is no one more suitable as a sacrifice than myself. I possess the noblest bloodline in the kingdom, am a virgin who has not known a man, and am known as the kingdom’s most beautiful woman. This would be worth not just 50 but even 5,000 commoners.”
“…”
“Da… Daughter…”
The words of Princess Solomon were laden with her usual arrogance.
Yet, at this moment, her arrogance did not seem negative at all.
In reality, the supreme offering to transcendent beings, including gods from other lands, is often a pure princess.
Historical examples show that such offerings have helped overcome national crises.
“Moreover, if a girl sacrifices herself here, the people will support the royal family and the kingdom even more. Surely, the Seraphim will be thoroughly satisfied. Politically and religiously, isn’t this a perfect choice?”
Princess Solomon spoke with an extremely light tone about the reason she had to be sacrificed.
In response, King David shouted in a voice filled with frustration.
“But, Princess! How can this be? Even for the sake of the country, I cannot accept losing you! As a father, I can never tolerate this!”
King David, who had sincerely loved his daughter,
Although it was for the country’s sake, he could not sacrifice his most precious treasure, his daughter.
However,
“Isn’t it the same for everyone? Father always said that the king is the father of all people, and I am like a sister to them. It would be unreasonable to cherish one’s own blood while sacrificing countless others. For the people’s sake and to clearly show our resolve to the Seraphim, it is right for a member of the royal family to be sacrificed.”
“Bu… But if that’s the case, I’d rather offer myself as a sacrifice in your place…”
“I’m sorry to say, but even if you were offered as a sacrifice, it wouldn’t please the Seraphim. Logically, if given a choice between an old middle-aged man and a young, beautiful maiden, which would you choose? No matter how I look at it, I would choose the latter. Don’t let your hesitation lead to failure; use what’s necessary decisively.”
“Ugh…”
“Ahem…”
Princess Solomon, who had no hesitation in becoming a sacrifice as a virgin princess,
Lightly suppressed even the king’s paternal objections with her confident tone.
With a deep smile, Princess Solomon then addressed her attendants standing nearby.
“Well then, since it’s decided, please prepare for it. Since we are to be sacrifices, it would be best to do it as soon as possible. Three days should be sufficient.”
…
“Y-yes? Ah… Y-yes. Ah… Understood, Princess.”
The attendant, overwhelmed by the intense atmosphere, responded in a trembling voice.
As the meeting concluded, Princess Solomon walked out of the meeting room with a remarkably light step.
Watching this,
Eva could not help but admire her inwardly.
‘Indeed… Is this what it means to be of Royal Blood?’
A person who can lightly offer herself for the sake of the country.
Seeing Princess Solomon, who possessed such authority and a solid sense of responsibility, Eva couldn’t help but harbor a deep respect.
At the same time, she hoped.
That this strong-willed individual,
Would be granted mercy by the gods…
‘Seraphim… If it’s possible, please let this One pass through…’
…
At the rear of the capital lies Ballog Mountain.
At its summit stands a colossal temple, which has been offering sacrifices to the gods since ancient times.
A grand space capable of accommodating thousands.
In the deepest part of this temple, in the sacred pond, Princess Solomon was slowly cleansing her body.
The place where the beasts offered as sacrifices were last cleansed.
In the pond, which was crystal clear and transparent due to meticulous care involving divine magic,
The princess, without a stitch of clothing, carefully washed her body.
This body, which will soon be offered to the gods.
Yet, the princess felt no trace of fear.
Instead, her heart was filled with joy.
‘Rather than living a tedious and meaningless life, this way is much more significant and splendid.’
By sacrificing herself, she could protect countless people, perhaps even the entire country.
If that happens, her name would be remembered in history.
As a noble princess who sacrificed herself for the country, she would be eternally remembered in people’s minds.
After all, born as a woman, she could never sit on the throne.
Rather than being sold as a pawn in a political marriage, it was a hundred, no, a thousand times better for her to go out in such a glorious manner.
Moreover,
Unlike the men who worried endlessly, she, being wise, harbored a possible expectation.
‘Well… I’ll have to wait and see about that… By the way, I wonder what the god actually look like?’
According to Eva, that being was said to have a very frightening appearance to human eyes.
From Solomon’s perspective, who had seen demon lords from afar in the past, it was intriguing to wonder which was more terrifying.
Ending with such curious thoughts.
After finally cleansing her proud and well-endowed chest and her precious place, which might be used for the first time depending on the situation,
Princess Solomon donned the prepared pure white garments and slowly walked out.
There she was met by the knight Eva, who had been waiting for her.
Seeing Eva, who was the cause of this matter, Princess Solomon smiled and said.
“Well then, I will leave it to you.”
“…Yes, Princess.”
After replying politely, Solomon and Eva proceeded towards the altar.
On either side of their path, many people were watching this scene.
“Sniffle…”
“Oh, Princess…”
“Even though it’s for the country, such a beautiful person…”
People expressed their sorrow and regret.
Following the tear-stained path, Solomon lay down straight on the altar.
As Eva raised her sword, watching Solomon, she saw her trembling hand and smiled, saying.
“Don’t be nervous; if you miss, it will hurt me.”
“I-I’m sorry… Princess.”
Despite knowing it was for the sake of the country, Eva showed hesitation.
However, gathering her resolve, she tightened her grip on the sword.
At that moment.
‘…Huh?’
Eva’s eyes began to turn red, unlike usual.
Seeing this, a thread of doubt began to form in Solomon’s mind.
At that moment, as a brilliant light suddenly began to shine,
With the pillar of light pouring down from the sky onto Eva and Solomon,
A clear voice began to resonate in their ears.
…
[Do not be afraid.]
A majestic yet sacred voice that seemed to pierce their souls.
Feeling a deep curiosity towards the owner of this voice,
Princess Solomon raised her head to look at it.
And she immediately understood.
Why the brave Eva had described it as frightening.
And why, upon its appearance, it was telling them not to be afraid.
‘Indeed… If it’s this much, ordinary humans would find it hard to look at it with a clear mind.’
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