How the Cult Saves the World

Phanatic led me to the carriage that was prepared for me to ride. I felt a strange feeling as I got on the carriage with Holden's seal on it.

'Is it because I left the mansion for a few months?'

I didn't stay there for long, but I felt attached to it. I felt a sense of stability even though I came back after only a few months.

The carriage started to move, and the scenery of Rovel came into view. I felt nostalgic as I had been away from Rovel for a while.

As I watched the changing surroundings, I soon saw Holden's mansion.

As I entered the garden after passing the gate, I suddenly remembered when I first came to this world.

'I didn't expect to adapt so well back then.'

I smiled faintly and looked at the still beautiful garden.

It was the beginning of winter, so the vitality of the garden had noticeably decreased, but it was well maintained.

Soon the carriage stopped, and Phanatic opened the door for me.

"Welcome, young master."

As I got off the carriage, Paul and the servants greeted me in a line.

"Did you have a good time, Paul?"

"Of course. How about you, Young Master?"

"I did too."

I was glad to see them after a long time.

"Where are mother and brother?"

"They are both busy with work right now. They will probably come to see you soon."

"I see."

I smiled and followed Paul into the mansion. The inside of the mansion was the same as before. The servants also welcomed me as they used to, and nothing seemed to have changed much.

And when I entered my room, I realized that Sevenus' words were true.

'He said he would keep it ready for me to come back anytime...'

The room was as neat as the day I left. There was no dust at all, as if it was cleaned every day.

---I haven't seen this room in a long time.

'That's right.'

I felt nostalgic.

I remembered how proud I was of having a few dozen believers until then.

I sat down on the bed and looked around.

By the way, Mother's birthday party is tomorrow.

'It's my first time at a party.'

I was so busy moving around since I came to this world, and I never got invited to a party.

'...Well, I'll manage somehow.'

Knock knock. The door opened with a knock, and that was when it happened.

"Levi, you're here."

It was Sevenus.

"Brother. Long time no see."

"Yeah. How have you been? You look paler than last time."

"Paler? No. I've been eating well and taking care of myself."

What does Sevenus think of me that he still says I'm pale?

After the number of believers increased dramatically, I got more power from Kyros, so I was in a very healthy state.

"If you say so..."

Sevenus scratched his neck awkwardly.

"Brother, where's Mother?"

"She'll be here soon. Just follow me for now."

I followed Sevenus out of the room.

"By the way, I haven't seen the leader of the Leviathan Church lately."

"Yes, yes?"

He must have planted someone near the temple. I expected that, but it felt strange to hear it directly.

"I'm just a priest, I can't know everything about the leader's whereabouts. He's a very busy person. He's also mysterious."

"Really? He's not neglecting you because he's busy?"

"No, he always cares for me, and he also bestows grace on the few believers. And he always prays for the revival of the Kyros Church and the believers."

I desperately shielded myself from him. I talked a lot, but it wouldn't make sense for a priest like Revelof to know everything about the leader Leviathan.

It should be enough to say that he cares for me well.

"I see. Oh, and if you ever meet the leader of the Leviathan Church, tell him I'm sorry."

Thankfully, Sevenus nodded and moved on. And then he added one more thing.

"I couldn't invite the believers of Diego Church to this party because it might be uncomfortable for you. Let's have a meal together later."

"Oh... yes."

'Did he consider me?'

I chewed on Sevenus' words as I walked, and before I knew it, he stopped walking. His destination was the reception room.

As soon as I entered, I saw a rack full of clothes and a man in a flashy purple suit.

"Hello, Revelof."

The man, who looked like he was in his thirties, greeted me politely.

"Ah, yes. Hello."

Who is he?

"Levi, this is Pedro, the most popular designer in the empire. He's going to make your suit."

What?

"Brother. Mother's birthday party is tomorrow, right?"

It usually takes a lot of time to get a suit made in a noble family. It's impossible to do it in a day.

"I know. But it'll be fine."

"Of course. Don't worry, Revelof. I can finish it by tomorrow morning."

I felt sorry for Pedro somehow. He must be staying up all night for my suit.

"Well, would you come this way?"

Pedro smiled a business smile and I walked up to him. He reminded me of Zain somehow.

"Revelof, you have a very good figure. Just like the Count and Sevenus."

"Of course."

Sevenus seemed more excited by Pedro's compliment. Is this why he called him?

"Shall we start then?"

Pedro's eyes changed. He measured me first, and he was very fast. It was over in an instant.

'He's not a pro for nothing.'

Then Pedro checked the clothes on display and compared them with my face. He pondered over the colors and then sketched on a blank paper.

"How about this?"

On the paper he handed me, there was a suit drawn with so many ornaments that it was hard to describe in words.

"...It's too flashy. I prefer something simple."

"Oh, I see."

Pedro quickly drew another picture and handed it to me. But the color was purple.

"I don't really like this color."

It reminded me of Khalid, and I hated it.

Pedro kept handing me pictures, and I kept rejecting them.

In the end, we decided on a simple black suit.

"I think I can finish this by tonight."

Pedro wiped the sweat from his forehead and smiled with effort.

I'm sorry, Pedro. Your taste doesn't match mine at all.

After choosing the outfit, I had nothing to do. So I walked around the garden, ate, and rolled around in my room.

Before I knew it, it was evening, and Pedro came back to the mansion.

"Oh..."

"Are you satisfied?"

"It's nice."

The suit was of high quality, considering it was made in a few hours.

"Thank you."

Pedro boasted that he used the finest fabric and made it himself for several hours.

The suit was very comfortable when I tried it on. The touch was good too.

Sevenus checked my clothes carefully, and when he gave his approval, Pedro was very happy.

After choosing the suit, my Mother's work was done.

"Levi, it's nice to have dinner together after a long time."

The dinner time with the family.

My mother and Sevenus' eyes were on me all the time. Every time I picked up something to eat, the food was placed in front of me, and it was so burdensome.

"I like it too."

I smiled and ate diligently for my Mother's sake.

---It looks delicious.

This guy doesn't need to eat, but he always does this.

"By the way, Levi, it's been a long time since you attended a birthday party."

It was actually the first time.

"That's right."

"Mother, how are we going to celebrate Levi's birthday?"

Sevenus, who had been listening quietly, suddenly brought up the topic.

"Oh, that's right. Levi's birthday is next month, right? Let's have a grand party then. Everything that we couldn't do because of the Malone's disease."

My Mother looked happier than me, but... unfortunately, that was impossible.

"Mother, I'm fine. I'm also a devout follower of the religion."

Strictly speaking, I was now no different from a monk. So there was no reason for the Holden family to throw me a birthday party.

"But Levi, it's a rare occasion."

"I appreciate your and Brother's feelings. But I don't want to have a party. I'm going to spend it quietly at the Temple."

I had no intention of deciding my birthday schedule a month in advance. I didn't know how this damned hidden route world would change.

My mother and Sevenus didn't try to persuade me any further with my firm answer.

"Alright, Levi. But don't refuse the gift."

"Yes, Mother."

I'm always sorry and grateful.

I swallowed the rest of my words.

When the day of the birthday party came, the mansion was busy from early morning.

I finished a simple meal in my room and planned to take a walk in the garden. But I was caught by the servants.

The main character of the birthday party was my mother, so why did I have to dress up?

"Because you are attending the party for the first time in a long time, Sir."

Paul smiled and answered my question.

Yeah, that's right. According to Revelof's memory, it was the first time in about 12 years.

I had no choice but to nod my head. Then the real dressing up began.

I took a bath and got a massage from the servants. It was very comfortable to get served after a long time.

'That's why money is the best.'

After that, the servants took care of my hair and put on some simple makeup.

"Sir, your skin is amazing."

Others would think this compliment was empty, but not me.

"Is it?"

This was thanks to the 'Beauty Follower' effect.

When I first came to this world, my skin condition was rough and dry.

It was natural for a patient who had Malone's disease. But when the disease was cured and the Beauty Follower effect occurred, my skin improved noticeably.

'At this rate, the believers might notice the change.'

Someday, there might be a rumor that you become beautiful if you believe in Kyros.

After finishing the makeup and hair, I looked pretty decent.

---You're beautiful! You're worthy of being my first apostle.

'Of course. Am I the leader of Kyros for nothing?'

I also had the 'God of Beauty passive besides the beauty follower effect.

---You're the most beautiful in the Empire, my dear.

'...I don't think that's the case.'

---No. My lamb, you're the most beautiful in the Continent!

'Yes, thank you.'

As I was having a ridiculous conversation with Kyros, the servants changed my clothes to a suit.

The suit was mostly black with silver ornaments here and there.

This was simple enough that it wouldn't stand out too much in the party hall.

---You're even prettier with the clothes on.

'Are you? I don't really know.'

---No. You have a different beauty than the leader's clothes.

I see. It doesn't look much different to me.

Anyway, after finishing the dressing up, it was almost afternoon.

Soon, the party began.

Leira Holden's birthday party was held at the Holden estate, which was far from the capital of the empire, but every year many nobles attended.

They came from far away because of their respect for her, a war hero, and the support of the royal family.

And this year's party had the most nobles ever.

There was one reason.

It was because the second prince of the Holden family, who had not been seen for a long time, Revelof Holden, was attending.

"Is he really a handsome man as rumored?"

"They say he looks just like his father-in-law, Lord Cain."

"I'm looking forward to it."

The nobles were all looking forward to Revelof Holden's beauty, regardless of gender.

Inside the party hall, a sweet music played by the orchestra flowed. The nobles waited for the main family to appear with anticipation.

"Today's party's main characters, Leira Holden, Countess, Sevenus Holden, and Revelof Holden are entering!"

Finally, the door of the party hall opened and the main characters appeared.

Leira Holden, who wore a dark red dress, was elegant and beautiful as usual.

Flanking her on both sides were her two sons.

Sevenus Holden, who had frequent contact with the nobles, tied his long silver hair into a single strand and let it hang on the side, and he didn't wear his usual glasses today. Thanks to that, he didn't look as cold as usual.

The nobles admired his beauty. They then turned their eyes to the other side.

Everyone's eyes widened.

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