Hmph - 2

In a world where the Goddess has vanished, the existence of a Saintess, one who conveys the Goddess's words, is inevitably a falsehood.

...In other words, no matter how saintly Ruen's actions might be, every action she takes is merely her own self-initiated deed. It is not an action intended by the Goddess.

*That's what makes it even more remarkable.*

Even though no one forced Ruen to make sacrifices, and in fact, many tried to dissuade her, Ruen continued to extend a helping hand to those in need of salvation. Every action she took was a proactive one, performed by herself.

*A being more saintly than a Saintess.*

I don't know if that's the right way to put it, but the Ruen I saw was such a being.

*A Saintess who isn't a Saintess, a false Saintess who is more saintly than any true Saintess.*

I respected Ruen for that, and felt a human affection for her, but...

"That's good. Damian is dead now."

Ruen, who was spouting such strange words in front of me, was less endearing and more frightening...