Chapter 1203 - 0: Shining World Saintess (Backup)

[An Interview Record with the Shining World Saintess]

Shining World Saintess: Hmm, so you're saying our conversation will be published in the newspaper, right?

Bard: Yes. People across the nation are very curious about the newly appointed Saintess—and especially about you, being named the Saintess Agent in less than a year after joining the Church.

Shining World Saintess: Oh, so what should I say?

Bard: I will guide you on this, please don't worry... Ah, I'm very sorry, I misspoke.

Shining World Saintess: Misspoke? In what way?

Bard: You, as the star illuminating the path for the Church Court, are the one who truly leads everyone forward. Saying "guide" to you is not only presumptuous but might also draw discontent from various parties... I'll delete this part of the record, please forgive me.

Shining World Saintess: That's an exaggeration. Without everyone's help, I couldn't have become the Saintess. So, I think that a Saintess shouldn't be someone pointing fingers or solving everything perfectly. I'm just slightly ahead of others on this path, isn't mutual support the natural thing?

Bard: To say such insightful words even before the interview starts, ah... indeed, you are a figure worthy of praise.

Shining World Saintess: Ahem, anyway, you can start asking questions now.

Bard: Okay, so firstly, let me clarify that you needn't worry when answering the upcoming questions. This interview, in name, isn't an official one but will be published in the entertainment section later. It's thus a move to show a more relatable side of you. So even if you answer casually, it's fine. We'll appropriately polish it and let you review it afterward.

Shining World Saintess: Entertainment section, huh? Alright, got it.

Bard: Then, let's officially begin.

Bard: First, Lady Saintess, may I ask how old are you this year?

Shining World Saintess: Seventeen!

Bard: What is your favorite food?

Shining World Saintess: Desserts!

Bard: What is your favorite season?

Shining World Saintess: Spring!

Bard: What is your favorite color?

Shining World Saintess: Sky blue!

Bard: Haha, just the right age to bloom, and your preferences perfectly match the impression you give—cheerful and radiant, like the light shining upon the world... But to become so strong at this age, you must have gone through extraordinary ascetic training beyond imagination. Did you ever feel tired or even want to give up during all that perseverance?

[The Saintess's Humility]

D100=87

Shining World Saintess: Ascetic training, not really that dramatic. While it does require some persistence, honestly, I was quite a lazy kid when I was young. Thanks to the tracks left by the predecessors who were Heroes, I could grow smoothly along this path, and later I met wonderful mentors.

Bard: You are always so humble. Although you are an Innate Sorcerer, I heard your first turn profession was a Martial Monk. Frankly, this isn't a profession favored by girls of that age. May I ask what originally motivated you to join the Church and choose to reincarnate as a Martial Monk?

[The Saintess's Tolerance]

D100=66

Shining World Saintess: Because I heard choosing a Magician might turn you into a Goblin. Choosing a Martial Monk is simpler, and you're less likely to be deceived.

Bard: ...Ah?

Shining World Saintess: Haha, just kidding. Actually, it's because of the enthusiastic invitation from the Bishop of the Church; he seemed to see my potential and offered me many conveniences, helping me a lot afterward. At that time, I chose the Martial Monk just because I liked being physically active, nothing particularly special.

Bard: I see, it seems you've been full of energy since you were a child. If you hadn't become a Saintess, what do you think you'd be doing now? Like childhood dreams and such.

[The Saintess's Industriousness]

D100=1

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1.5. Couch potato!

2.6. Marriage alliance

3.7. Village girl

4.8. Nun

9. Koala

10. Critical Success/Extreme Failure

D10=6

♛: Marriage alliance

Shining World Saintess: Uh, if I hadn't become a Saintess, I'd probably still be back in the countryside fighting Goblins. But actually, you're concerned about me being a Hero, right? Otherwise, you wouldn't have specifically asked about my childhood.

Bard: Ah, I'm terribly sorry, perhaps we should skip this question...

Shining World Saintess: No need to mind so much. I'm fine. However, if I hadn't become a Hero, now... um, I'd probably have gotten married, right?

Bard: ...Huh?

Shining World Saintess: Didn't I already mention, I was a lazy kid, you know? To become a bit more industrious, I even pushed my sloth onto another version of myself. So if I hadn't become a Hero, I'd probably just stay at home living languidly until my family or friends couldn't stand it anymore and decided to arrange a marriage or introduce me to someone... Although my family used to say finding a match for me would be a hassle, if I really stayed home too long... hmm, they would probably still find someone for me, right?

Shining World Saintess: Being an ordinary Nobleman's wife, hosting afternoon tea parties every day, sounds pretty good indeed.

Bard: Wait, please, hold on a second, you truly think so?

Shining World Saintess: Didn't you say I could be casual? And even a Saintess can get married, right? Although most of the predecessors seem to be single.

Bard: Sorry, Lady Saintess, that's not the point. Even though I know you are very humble, I must point out that given the stunning achievements you have made, even if you walked a different path, how could you possibly become so... ordinary?