Chapter 157 - 79: Aiolos’s Last Words, Athena Returns! (Part 1)

Chapter 157: Chapter 79: Aiolos’s Last Words, Athena Returns! (Part 1)

At this moment, all the Gold Saints stepped out of the temples they guarded, quietly watching this scene unfold.

Mu, Aldebaran, Shaka... They stood at different vantage points across the sacred mountain, their eyes filled with complex emotions.

If Saori Kido could truly be saved by the Shield of Athena, then she was undoubtedly the reincarnation of Athena.

And the Goddess’s return also heralded the imminent start of the Holy War. They, as Gold Saints, would shoulder the mission of protecting humanity and fighting against Hades, the God of the Underworld.

Thinking of this, the gazes of the various Gold Saints invariably turned toward the Aquarius Temple.

There, Alex stood dressed in a simple white linen robe, his long black hair fluttering wildly in the wind. Although he was not releasing any Cosmo, he naturally exuded an awe-inspiring aura.

Alex’s previous suppression of the Ophiuchus Temple had long since completely cemented his title as the strongest Saint of the current era.

It could even be said that he was perhaps the strongest Saint in all of recorded history.

After all, to defeat the Ophiuchus Saint without even wearing a Cloth, and to dare directly confront the Goddess’s reincarnation—from ancient times until now, he was the only one.

"We probably won’t be able to defeat him in this lifetime!"

"Being in the same era as Alex is our sorrow, yet also our fortune!"

"The number one person in the Sanctuary, a well-deserved reputation!"

"I wonder how the Goddess will deal with him now that she has returned!"

Someone sighed softly in their heart, and soon, this complex mix of emotions spread among them.

Utterly convinced!

Looking at Alex’s figure, this was ultimately the only thought left in the minds of the Gold Saints.

Feeling everyone’s gazes, Alex nodded slightly, the corners of his mouth curling into a faint, almost imperceptible smile.

He knew very well that the seeds of trust had already been planted in the hearts of these Gold Saints. Given time, they would definitely grow into towering trees.

But before that, he had to first find a way to isolate Athena’s purifying and converting aura.

Alex pondered inwardly, a trace of heightened vigilance entering his eyes.

The Goddess’s power to subconsciously alter a person’s thoughts was simply too overbearing. The slightest carelessness, and one’s mind could be influenced, completely reducing them to a fanatical believer willing to sacrifice everything for her.

Clang!

The golden arrow fell to the ground, letting out a crisp sound.

Saori Kido was completely healed. Even her white dress showed no signs of its previous damage.

She slowly opened her eyes. The gaze within held not a single trace of a young girl’s immaturity; it was entirely replaced by a solemnity and holiness that far transcended her age.

Saori Kido gently stood up straight and reached her right hand toward the sky.

In an instant, a streak of golden light tore through the sky. A golden scepter carved with an eagle and olive branches pierced through the air, landing firmly in her grasp. That was the Scepter of Nike, the Goddess of Victory—Athena’s exclusive divine artifact.

Boom!

Rings of golden Cosmo centered around Saori Kido washed over the entire Sanctuary like ocean waves.

Whether Gold Saints or Bronze Saints, everyone could feel the warmth and boundless forgiveness within this power.

It was as if they were enveloped by warm sunlight; the physical exhaustion and the unease in their hearts gradually dissipated.

Saori Kido lightly tapped her divine scepter against the ground. Her voice, clear and firm, spread to every corner of the Sanctuary.

"Where is the Pope?!"

From the direction of the Pope’s Chamber, Saga, wearing the golden Pope’s helmet and dressed in white ceremonial robes, slowly walked down the steps.

As he passed by the Aquarius Temple, Alex looked at his sea-blue hair, his gaze flickering slightly, but he said nothing.

Saga didn’t stop his steps, walking into the shadows of the Aquarius Temple.

In the instant where light and darkness intersected, his hair color suddenly reverted back to pitch-black. His footsteps paused slightly as he turned his face to look at Alex.

Alex nodded slightly, and Saga also revealed a knowing smile. No words were needed; everything was understood in silence.

Soon, Saga passed through the Twelve Zodiac Temples and arrived before Saori Kido.

He dropped to one knee and removed the golden Pope’s helmet from his head, revealing his handsome face. His sea-blue hair hung down smoothly, veiling his eyes.

Saga spoke with profound reverence and trepidation.

"Saga pays his respects to Athena! I failed to recognize your reincarnated form earlier; I beg you to hand down a divine punishment!"

Saori Kido’s crimson lips parted slightly, her deep green eyes showing no ripples of emotion.

"It matters not. He who does not know is not guilty! Lead me to the Divine Temple!"

She raised her left hand. Saga, respectfully supporting her hand, led the way in front of her, guiding Saori Kido toward the Temple of Athena located at the summit of the sacred mountain.

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