...

But if a deity, who is more like a "label," becomes someone with "flexible judgment standards," then the attitude of various countries towards deities and the church will need a huge question mark.

A deity that is too "free" generally races along the path towards becoming an Evil God.

This is the terrifying aspect of the second possibility.

Kran realized deeply the hidden ingenuity in Kael's words.

If this assumption holds, then Kael's words and actions are directly questioning the position of the gods in the Holy Briania, essentially accusing the deities!

However, if the deities themselves cannot represent their own doctrines and concepts of development, then...

For a moment, a thought of denying the existence value of the deities flashed through Kran's mind.

Yes, since you can no longer represent my views, and cannot prove to the world that my ideas align with those of your church, then how much existence value do you still hold for me?

This is indeed an unknown!

With this thought, he cast his gaze towards Kael.

Is this the lord I serve? I must say, this mindset of directly challenging the very basis of the deities is truly...

A look of admiration flashed in the depths of his eyes: "It truly makes one want to follow him and see what kind of outcome the future will entail!"

...

Kael did not see Kran's current look, he was lost in thought.

Kran first thought of two possibilities, but Kael had a third possibility in his heart.

For example... the deities might not be the issue, there might be an even more terrifying possibility.

He silently buried that possibility deep in his heart, as the most critical issue right now wasn't that.

If it is the last possibility, then some of the measures taken by the Holy Mountain over there become interesting.

Pope Mephiel, no... the churches of the Holy Mountain, what exactly are you trying to do?

A trace of worry flashed across Kael's eyes, but he eventually suppressed it.

"Kran, the related news from the Chamber of Commerce will be temporarily handed over to you, I have some matters to attend to outside."

"Yes, Your Highness."

...

"Mr. Luxius."

When Kael met Luxius again, joy filled his eyes.

"Long time no see, Kael."

Upon seeing Kael, Luxius nodded at him and said, "You've reached the second tier of the Holy Land, very impressive, much better than I was back in the day."

Kael shook his head with a smile and said, "No, it's all thanks to your guidance, teacher."

"Ah, no need for these sweet words in front of me, I have crafted what you needed. Are you, youngster, trying to challenge the existing magical order?"

Luxius chuckled, interrupting Kael's attempt to explain and continued:

"Regarding this, you don't need to explain to me. If I had your abilities back in the day, I would have been even wilder.

Back then, my teacher protected me like this, but now it's my turn to protect my student."

Kael remained silent for a while, then finally lifted his head and said with a smile, "Thank you, Mr. Luxius."

"If you really want to thank me, then strive to become stronger and protect your students, Kael. Let me remind you, once people realize that normal means no longer pose a threat to you, they will likely target the people around you."

Kael nodded and said, "I know, that's one of the reasons I troubled you to help me craft this thing."

"Mainly because you are truly promising."

Luxius chuckled softly, saying, "After hearing your request, not a single one of those seniors declined, Kael, there are far more people willing to help you than you might think.

Or rather, they are also helping themselves, because... for several Magic Monarchs, what you have achieved truly lifts the final shackle on mages.

Now, accept your gift, a gift from the Magic Monarchs. Congratulations, Kael, you've genuinely approached that level."

Luxius extended his hand, his fingertip brushed through the void, revealing faint cracks, and mysterious living entities shimmering like gemstones hovered in a transparent box made of jellyfish flesh.

Vaguely, he could hear the sounds of blood pulsing from within.

The Enchantment Monarch Bartlett crafted the Activated Enchantment Mage Professional Core - Manipulation Demon Eye.

The Shape Energy Monarch Luxius created the Activated Shape Energy Mage Professional Core - Saint's Right Arm.

The Illusion Magic Monarch Nevahid created the Activated Illusionist Mage Professional Core - Phantasmal Orb.

The Enchantment Monarch Emil crafted the Activated Enchantment Mage Professional Core - Enchantment Bandage.

The Necromancy Monarch Kamari crafted the Activated Necromancer Mage Professional Core - Skeleton Crown.

The Transformation Monarch Petri crafted the Activated Transformation Mage Professional Core - True Mask.

In addition, there is the Activated Protection Mage Core - Force Field Magic Cube, sought from the Protection Monarch of Molten Furnace Castle.

And a request to the Elf Monarch Manchester, who is also a Shape Energy Monarch, sought from the Elf Great Sage for the Activated Prophetic Mage Core - Scepter of Time.

Thus, the complete set of all the Activated Professional Cores from the Eight Great Magic Schools have been gathered together.