[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-how-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game":3,"chapter-how-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game-how-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game-chapter-616":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","How to survive in the Romance Fantasy Game",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1218945,1604,"Chapter 616: Ritual of Light 7","how-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game-chapter-616",616,"\u003Cp>As the golden brilliance filled Emilia’s room, the divine light burned brighter than the morning sun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The intricate runes beneath their feet shimmered and pulsed like a living thing, threads of radiance weaving upward and curling gently around Snow’s body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golden flames enveloped her completely — not with searing heat, but with a deep, tranquil warmth that seemed to melt every trace of fatigue or corruption within her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her pale hair glowed like spun silver beneath the light, and the air itself shimmered in harmony with the divine energy flowing through the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The radiance hummed softly, alive and rhythmic, before beginning to fade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the final motes of light drifted away like golden petals in the air, both girls slowly opened their eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snow’s breath escaped her lips in a gentle sigh, her expression calm and lightened as though a great burden had been lifted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it done now?\" she asked softly, her voice almost reverent, feeling the comfortable warmth still lingering deep inside her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emilia nodded, lowering her clasped hands, a few stray wisps of divine glow still flickering between her fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes...\" she said breathlessly. For a brief instant, her blue eyes turned a shining white, illuminated by traces of sacred light. She gazed directly at Snow, a faint smile forming on her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mhm... it looks like everything is okay, Princess. The goddess’s blessed flames have etched themselves within your soul. From now on, no darkness or curse will be able to touch your spirit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snow blinked, slightly surprised. \"I thought this ritual was only meant for purification?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emilia giggled softly, brushing her hair aside with a sheepish smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, yes, but... I added a bit more blessing into it. Hehe~ Consider it a little bonus from me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Senior Riley should be even more satisfied with this right?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snow let out a faint laugh — warm, graceful, the sound like soft bells.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I see... Then, you have my most sincere gratitude, Saintess. In the near future, I will ensure you receive proper thanks for this kindness.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"N-No, please, that’s not necessary!\" Emilia waved her hands quickly, flustered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It was my personal decision anyway! Ah—but please, if you could, don’t tell Amon, Anna, or anyone else about this. Actually, the medium required for the Golden Flame’s blessing includes a blessed divine chalice, and, um, I sort of borrowed it without... official permission.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snow smiled knowingly, her expression gentle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t worry, Saintess. I had no plans to tell a soul to begin with. Your secret is safe with me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Relief washed over Emilia’s face. She beamed, radiant and pure, as she reached out her hands to help Snow stand. \"Thank you, Princess. I’m really glad the ritual went well...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snow took her hand, rising gracefully to her feet, the faint golden glow still clinging to her like a halo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, both women simply smiled at each other\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emilia’s hands trembled slightly as she turned toward Riley.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golden runes still glowed faintly beneath her feet, humming with the lingering warmth of divine energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes darted briefly between the two of them before landing on him—on the man standing calmly, the faint light reflecting off his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"S–Senior,\" she said softly, voice almost breaking, \"it’s... your turn now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her tone carried an unusual nervousness, the kind that didn’t suit her usual calm saintly composure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her cheeks turned a soft shade of pink as her fingers fidgeted with the hem of her cloak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She couldn’t meet his gaze for long, and even Snow noticed the subtle change in her behavior.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snow tilted her head slightly, one brow rising in quiet amusement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But rather than pry, she only smiled faintly and said nothing—watching instead how the scene unfolded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Riley turned his attention to Snow, stepping closer until his hand gently brushed the side of her face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His fingers tucked a few loose strands of silver hair behind her ear, his touch calm, steady, and warm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you okay now, Snow?\" he asked quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes,\" she replied softly, eyes half-closed under his touch. \"I was already fine to begin with... but I greatly appreciate the effort nonetheless.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I see.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A brief silence passed between them, one filled with a gentle sort of understanding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then Snow turned her gaze back toward Emilia, her expression thoughtful but kind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Although you said everything is fine, Saintess,\" she began, \"I’m sure conducting this ritual placed a heavy burden on you. So please, allow me to at least compensate you properly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Eh? N-No, it’s fine! It didn’t really cost—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just send me the details later,\" Snow interrupted, her tone soft yet firm. \"That divine cup you mentioned earlier must have cost the church quite a fortune, didn’t it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"T-That is...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So don’t be stubborn,\" Snow continued with a light sigh. \"I know you’re doing all this out of goodwill, and I appreciate it deeply—but at least let me show my gratitude this way. And besides...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her gaze briefly flicked toward Riley, a small knowing smile tugging at her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don’t know what kind of deal Riley made with you to make this possible, but I imagine it wasn’t something small.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emilia’s blush deepened as she froze mid-motion. \"T-That’s... well...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice trailed off, eyes darting toward Riley again before she quickly looked away, pretending to adjust her cloak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snow chuckled softly at her reaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t press any further, but the subtle amusement in her tone made it clear she’d caught on to something Emilia would rather keep hidden.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Riley, on the other hand, just sighed lightly. \"Snow, there’s no need to make a fuss over it,\" he said. \"She agreed to help of her own accord.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snow smiled gently at him, though her eyes still lingered on Emilia for a moment longer—warm, but sharp enough to read her like an open book.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, I only meant to express my thanks. After all... not everyone would go this far for us.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snow watched Emilia quietly, the corners of her lips curving into a knowing smile as the saintess fumbled with her cloak and words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, Snow simply observed her—the way the young girl’s nervousness fluttered like a small bird in her chest, her reactions too pure to be hidden.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, Snow gave a small, satisfied nod.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I see... I guess you’re part of us in this life too,\" she murmured under her breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hm? Did you say something?\" Riley asked, tilting his head slightly toward her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snow just smiled faintly, her expression warm but secretive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s nothing,\" she said lightly before turning her attention back to Emilia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Anyhow, Saintess, if you ever find yourself in trouble—whatever it may be—please don’t hesitate to ask me or Riley for help.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"B-but that’s—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t worry,\" Snow interrupted with a gentle smile, her tone both kind and certain. \"Friends are supposed to help each other, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"T-that’s...\" Emilia blinked, eyes widening slightly before softening. \"Alright.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her heart thumped softly against her chest, her lips curling into a small, almost bashful smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She hadn’t expected Snow to say something like that—to treat her as an equal, a friend. It was disarming in the best possible way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hehe...\" she let out a small laugh, unable to hold back her warmth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snow nodded once more, clearly satisfied, before stepping aside toward the edge of the glowing ritual circle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then, I’ll leave the rest to you two,\" she said calmly, taking a seat nearby to watch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Riley turned his attention to Emilia, who was still standing stiffly at the center of the room. \"Should I kneel as well, Saintess?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"N-No! You don’t need to, Senior!\" she blurted out quickly, her voice jumping a little higher than she intended.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Riley blinked, tilting his head again. \"Are you sure?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Y-Yes! It’s... unnecessary for this kind of ritual!\" she said, waving her hands quickly, trying to hide her growing embarrassment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was only then that she realized just how close he was. He stood before her—taller, broader, far more imposing than she’d expected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From this distance, the light of the runes traced along his golden hair, making it shimmer faintly like spun sunlight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes—a deep, calm blue—met hers directly, and for a second, she forgot to breathe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’S-Senior’s face is even more handsome than I remembered...’she thought frantically, her pulse racing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’His hair... it really shines in the light... and his eyes, they’re so... deep. His shoulders, his frame—it’s all so strong and solid... I can tell even under his clothes, his muscles are firm... maybe even more than the paladins back in the Holy Kingdom—’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Saintess?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"E-Eh!? U-Uhh—ah, y-yes!?\" Emilia snapped back to reality, her cheeks turning bright pink.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Riley looked at her with quiet confusion, a faint amused smile tugging at his lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Uhm... when are we going to start?\" he asked calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"R-Right! T-the ritual, of course!\" Emilia said quickly, clasping her hands together and forcing her gaze down to the glowing runes, trying to bury her embarrassment under focus.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Snow, sitting quietly at the side, watched the two with a faint smile of her own.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her blue eyes gleamed knowingly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emilia drew in a deep breath, her chest rising as she tried to steady herself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her heart pounded wildly in her chest—she could feel every beat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slowly, she exhaled, then took another breath, this time calmer, more deliberate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her trembling finally eased just enough for her to speak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned first toward Snow, then back at Riley, her face flushed and uncertain. \"U-Uhm... Princess... S-Senior...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both of them answered in unison, \"Yes?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"P-Please... don’t get mad at me!\"she blurted out, her voice small but desperate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two exchanged a quick, puzzled glance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mad?\" Snow murmured softly, brows knitting slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Riley tilted his head, already sensing something strange.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, without another word, Emilia reached for the clasp at her neck and began to undo her robe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The thick, white ceremonial cloth slid off her shoulders and down her arms, falling in a soft heap to the floor like drifting snow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Riley’s eyes widened instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Junior, what are you—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Underneath, Emilia wasn’t completely bare—but the garment she wore was shockingly thin, a silken underdress that clung to her shape far too closely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pure white fabric shimmered faintly under the divine light, nearly transparent in some parts, revealing the soft outlines of her figure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"P-Please don’t stare t-too much!\" she stammered, clutching her hands in front of her chest. \"I-I know it looks improper b-but it’s part of the ritual! I-It’s a purification-communication requirement, so please just... pretend it’s not strange!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Alright,\" Riley replied awkwardly, clearing his throat and trying to look anywhere but directly at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Snow, from where she stood, blinked once in surprise, her expression unreadable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, before either of them could react further, Emilia stepped forward and took Riley’s hands in hers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her fingers, small and trembling, intertwined with his firmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The warmth of her touch caught him off guard—it wasn’t timid anymore, it was determined, even if she was still shaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her hands tightened around his.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"U-Uhm... S-Senior...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice trembled—but she didn’t let go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"P-Please... kiss me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The world seemed to stop for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Riley blinked once. \"...Huh?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emilia didn’t even attempt to explain. Instead, she took a small step closer, rising on her toes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes closed tightly, her face red to her ears, and before Riley could even form another word—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their lips met.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A blinding golden light burst around them like a small sunrise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The runes on the floor responded instantly, glowing brighter, divine energy rippling through the air in gentle, pulsing waves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The warmth was pure, almost holy—soothing yet overwhelming all at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, Snow—sitting quietly in the corner—watched with her blue eyes dimming slightly, her expression unreadable.\u003C\u002Fp>",1957,"2026-06-03T14:41:08.744Z",1,"novelbin.me","6e7dd503f92de19ad5a992af263e528ae991049989b8573ea9b281ddd7e33a4e","how-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game-chapter-511","how-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game-chapter-615",727,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhow-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game-cover.jpg"]