The Genius Perfumer of the Fallen Cult - Chapter 74

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The Genius Perfumer of the Fallen Religious Order Episode 74

 

Bishop Antien’s eyes widened when the story of Varin came up first, just as he was about to interrogate her about going to the Temple of Levitia. He whirled around to look at the Marseria Priest and shot him a glare.

 

‘Are you telling me this isn’t the first or second time she’s offered fragrances on her own before even passing the perfumer qualification exam?’

 

The Marseria Priest, who had been listening calmly, shrugged his shoulders and replied with an equally pointed look.

 

‘Our child’s talent is so outstanding, we couldn’t help it!’

 

However, since he couldn’t scold Marseria too harshly with the children present, Antien just chewed his lips and asked Prim again.

 

“So what did Varin say?”

 

“He said Levitia wishes to give a revelation, so I should go.”

 

“….”

 

Bishop Antien, who had been getting heated, slowly lowered his hand.

 

Then, after blinking in silence, he checked once more to see if anyone was passing by outside even though he knew the door was properly closed, then firmly shut the door again and returned.

 

“What do you mean by that? Varin told you that Levitia would give a revelation? That clearly? And so? You….”

 

“As you said, I’m not a perfumer yet, so I thought I should offer the fragrance in secret… I had no choice but to break curfew and go secretly. I’m sorry.”

 

Usually, divine oracles are somewhat ambiguous, imprecise, and filled with metaphors and descriptions. Not precise instructions about whom to meet.

 

Bishop Antien had to bite his tongue to keep from shouting ‘Is curfew important right now?!’

 

“So… you went to the Temple of Levitia and made an offering? What did Levitia say?”

 

Prim and Rozien looked at each other and then nodded.

 

As the two became serious, the priests and Bianna also straightened their posture.

 

Prim said with emphasis.

 

“She said monsters would attack.”

 

Bishop Antien’s mouth fell open.

 

* * *

 

At Bishop Antien’s summons, all the priests of the temple gathered in one place in the middle of the night.

 

“I have urgent matters to discuss. I know it’s late at night, but I asked you to gather.”

 

“What on earth could this be about…”

 

Several priests looked at each other and muttered. Behind the Marseria Priest sat a girl who couldn’t walk, and beside her stood a boy as if protecting her.

 

“Please focus. Prim, tell them.”

 

“Levitia has given us a revelation. Within the next ten days, there will be an attack by monsters from the west. Right here in this city.”

 

“….”

 

“….”

 

“There is not a shred of falsehood in these words.”

 

“Then it must be true. If you fabricate oracles and revelations, you get struck by lightning on the spot…”

 

One priest with wide eyes muttered.

 

Prim continued her story.

 

“And the fragrance I offered when receiving the revelation was blessed. It’s a fragrance that allows you to see one step ahead. We need to gather perfumers to mass-produce this fragrance and…”

 

“We must gather knights and mercenaries to face the monsters. And we should inform the Elector Castellanza’s representative and begin preparations to evacuate the people.”

 

Antien quickly stated what he had been thinking since first hearing the story.

 

Tension appeared on the priests’ faces. This situation was neither a joke nor a prank.

 

Moreover, ten days wasn’t much time left. Once this night passed, another day would disappear.

 

“I’ve also informed the Temple of Levitia, so they’re probably preparing. We should contact other temples as well, and if the situation escalates, there will surely be people who get lost, so we should prepare Varin’s…”

 

Then the sound of knocking echoed from outside. A monk spoke toward the inside.

 

“Bishop Antien, someone has come from the Temple of Levitia. They say it’s an urgent matter, so what should…”

 

Everyone nodded simultaneously.

 

“Bring them in immediately!”

 

* * *

 

To: Aspen Forest Villa, Sangbertal Territory – Deacon Eroldo

 

From: Marseria

 

Eroldo, how is the situation in Sangbertal? Is everyone doing well?

 

Prim’s perfumer qualification exam is going smoothly, but Prim received some kind of revelation here, so we’re temporarily preparing for battle. We’ll be evacuating soon, so please send future letters to the Aurum Vena Shelter building in eastern Castellanza Territory. We’re preparing diligently, so don’t worry too much. However, our return date might be delayed a bit, which is my only concern.

 

Please take good care of the orphanage and temple!

 

To: East, Aurum Vena Shelter Building Third Floor, Castellanza Territory – Priest Marseria

 

From: Eroldo

 

Priest? Um, what do you mean you suddenly received some revelation and are preparing for battle? By revelation, do you mean you received a divine oracle? Prim did? Did something that significant happen?

 

Everything is fine here, and if there are any problems, it seems like they’re only on your end. You are safe, aren’t you? Since you have no fighting skills, Priest, please stay in a safe place with the children.

 

It’s fine to be delayed as long as necessary, so please return safely.

 

* * *

 

To: Aspen Forest Villa, Sangbertal Territory – Deacon Eroldo

 

From: Luciano, Aurum Vena Trading Company

 

We urgently had to change addresses, so I’m sending this letter. From now on, send correspondence to the Aurum Vena Shelter building in eastern Castellanza.

 

For now, send workers to expand the villa’s outer wall, and supplies for the orphanage children to get through winter!

 

I’ll contact you again once the battle and perfumer exam here are safely concluded.

 

To: East, Aurum Vena Shelter Building Fourth Floor, Castellanza Territory – Mr. Luciano

 

From: Eroldo

 

The workers for the villa’s outer wall repair arrived safely and began construction. Thank you so much for the winter supplies as well.

 

But who exactly are you fighting and what kind of battle is it? Is everyone alright?

 

* * *

 

Levitia occasionally sent down revelations, and these revelations were handled according to established protocols.

 

Revelations about monsters or disasters were immediately reported to the regional lord or council chairman, and knights, mercenaries, and vassal armies gathered with obligation.

 

Castellanza was instantly filled with knights who rushed in from nearby territories, along with their squires, horses, and mercenaries.

 

Next, perfumers from the surrounding area were also summoned. This was because blessed fragrances for use in battle had to be manufactured all at once.

 

At the same time, the evacuation of residents began.

 

“You go too.”

 

“I don’t want to.”

 

Especially those living in the west and near the northwestern temple hurriedly evacuated.

 

They were located in the city center, but there was nothing wrong with evacuating. Prim looked at Bianna, who was stubbornly standing her ground, and let out a short sigh.

 

“Bianna.”

 

“I’m not being uselessly stubborn.”

 

“Then what?”

 

“The Priest is frantically busy right now, and so is Rozien.”

 

Since his charge had received a revelation, the Marseria Priest was also busily going here and there on Prim’s behalf, and Rozien was also busy as he had the best achievements among his peer trainees.

 

Though he was too young to fight monsters directly, he was memorizing dozens of evacuation routes and learning basic knowledge about dealing with monsters.

 

“…That’s true.”

 

“But you haven’t completely broken the curse yet, so walking is difficult, and with everything that might happen, it’s better to have someone nearby.”

 

“I can handle that myself. It’s not like I really can’t walk.”

 

“It’s safer here than being alone at the shelter.”

 

Prim frowned briefly. Her concern that something might happen to a pretty ten-year-old child left alone in the shelter was reasonable.

 

Noticing Prim’s agreeable expression, Bianna pouted her lips.

 

“Well, now does it make sense? May I stay by your side, Lady Perfumer?”

 

“…I haven’t been recognized as a perfumer yet…”

 

Since that was the only rebuttal she could make, Prim mumbled, and Bianna snorted.

 

“You’re telling me to evacuate alone while you continue taking the test here? As if I’d agree to that.”

 

Bianna thought that all perfumers might be crazy.

 

And for good reason, as news of Levitia’s divine revelation had struck the city, and the next day they announced they would proceed with the perfumer examination.

 

However, Prim nodded at a different point.

 

“True, Bianna, you even followed me when I was going to be adopted.”

 

“Hey!”

 

Bianna immediately blushed and shouted, then roughly wrapped a scarf around Prim’s neck.

 

She quickly tied knots and made a huge ribbon, making Prim look like a small gift bag.

 

“I’m choking…”

 

“It’s cold outside, so bear with it! You can’t even wear socks.”

 

“Being warm enough to choke doesn’t make my feet warm too.”

 

However, Bianna didn’t listen to Prim’s protests. Just then, two people came rushing in from outside.

 

“Ah, we’re not late!”

 

Crash bang!

 

“…K-kids! We’ve been waiting!”

 

Rozien rushed in first, catching his breath. Next came the Marseria Priest, who must have come in such a hurry that he entered with a tremendous crashing sound and one side of his priest robes torn.

 

“Priest, are you… are you alright?”

 

Bianna asked worriedly without thinking. The Marseria Priest smiled and waved his hand.

 

“Oh yes, of course. I’m fine, I’m fine. We need to hurry and get Prim to her test. Sorry for being late. Are you all ready? Let’s go now!”

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