[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-journey-to-become-the-zenith":3,"chapter-journey-to-become-the-zenith-journey-to-become-the-zenith-chapter-249":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Journey to Become the Zenith",{"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},1828686,2432,"Chapter 249: Blessings of the War Goddess","journey-to-become-the-zenith-chapter-249",249,"\u003Cp>Blessings of the War Goddess\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A long sigh escaped Max’s lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He rubbed the bridge of his nose before finally speaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come on, ladies. Can we not turn my office into a battlefield?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice wasn’t loud, nor was it particularly stern, but it carried enough authority to instantly cool the situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby clicked her tongue in annoyance, though she lowered her weapon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Natalia folded her arms across her chest and deliberately looked away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tension still lingered in the room, thick enough to be felt, but at least neither of them looked ready to tear the office apart anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Max let out another quiet breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And Lady Natalia, please let Lady Ruby finish what she was trying to say.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Natalia didn’t respond immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few moments of silence passed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The second Ruby noticed that, a victorious smile spread across her beautiful face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Natalia’s eyebrow twitched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Normally, she would have fired back without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But after taking a moment to calm herself, she suddenly became aware of how immature she had been acting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a Holy Maiden, this was hardly the image she was supposed to uphold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Damn it...’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her fingers curled slightly beneath her sleeves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Why is it always her? Out of everyone from the Temple of the Dragon War Goddess Kia, she’s the one who gets under my skin the most.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Natalia refuse to react only made Ruby’s smile widen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The scarlet-haired woman stepped forward with obvious confidence before taking her place beside Videl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl immediately felt a headache forming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seriously, what was with everyone standing so close to her?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Victor alone was already enough trouble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now these two Holy Maidens had arrived and somehow made the situation even more complicated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby cleared her throat and straightened her posture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Anyway,\" she said, shooting Natalia one last smug glance, \"about the blessings... Max is right. Everything happened exactly the way he explained.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The playful expression on her face faded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the first time since arriving, she looked every bit like a representative of one of humanity’s great temples.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The blessings are divine gifts granted by the Gods and Goddesses each temple serves.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They are bestowed upon the warrior chosen by a Holy Maiden.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby’s green eyes shone slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So if you choose to become my chosen hero, then the Dragon War Goddess Kia may grant you abilities that would transform you into a true force upon the battlefield.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl listened attentively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room became quiet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Natalia remained silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Some heroes receive blessings that sharpen their minds and allow them to become brilliant strategists.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Others receive blessings that strengthen their bodies and instincts, turning them into legendary warriors capable of changing the outcome of entire wars.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby paused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A faint smile appeared on her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The exact blessing is never the same.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It depends on the will of the Goddess herself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What she sees.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What she values.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And what she believes suits the hero standing before her.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl nodded slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That made sense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Divine blessings were not something people could simply choose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So unfortunately, I can’t tell you the exact ability you would receive.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I can tell you one thing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A trace of pride entered her voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Every blessing granted by the Dragon War Goddess Kia is a powerful tool for battle.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she spoke, her gaze swept over Videl’s athletic frame.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The toned muscles hidden beneath her clothes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The calm confidence in her sapphire eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The strength she had displayed earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby looked genuinely impressed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You have excellent potential.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To be honest, your physique is better than many male warriors I’ve met.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wasn’t sure whether that was a compliment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby laughed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It is.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl awkwardly rubbed the back of her neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you... I think.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby’s smile widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not only would you gain influence within the Temple of the Dragon War Goddess Kia, but you would also gain powerful allies.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She placed a hand over her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you wished, I could become your sworn sister and personally teach you military strategy, battlefield command, and the arts of war.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl looked surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A sworn sister?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby nodded confidently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t misunderstand.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A teasing smile appeared on her face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You are beautiful, but I prefer men.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl nearly choked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Natalia rolled her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby continued as if she hadn’t just dropped something so embarrassing into the conversation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I want a man capable of conquering my heart, mind, and spirit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She shrugged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Since you’re a woman, becoming sworn sisters would make far more sense.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl immediately relaxed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s good.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby raised an eyebrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl coughed awkwardly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I already have someone.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment Victor’s face appeared in her mind, her expression softened slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby immediately noticed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Natalia noticed as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both women exchanged a glance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Interesting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Very interesting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh?\" Ruby repeated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Someone special?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl’s face turned faintly red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I intend to marry him one day.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room became quiet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby stared at her for several seconds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then a grin slowly spread across her face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now you’ve made me curious.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl suddenly regretted saying anything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, Natalia looked thoughtful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A hero candidate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Powerful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Talented.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And already devoted to someone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was unexpected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ruby chuckled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, that’s a discussion for another day.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She crossed her arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For now, my offer stands.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Become my chosen hero and I’ll personally guide you through the military traditions of the temple.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There are many things I can teach.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl opened her mouth to answer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before she could say anything—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone pushed Ruby to the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>------------------------------\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Authors Notes: Dear Readers, Thanks so much for joining me on this adventure! Your enthusiasm, feedback, and encouragement really keep me motivated to keep bringing *Journey to Become the Zenith* into existence. If you’re loving the Chapters, I’d love it if you supported my book with a Powerstone, review, or even a Golden Ticket—it helps me develop as a writer and lets more readers enjoy the story. I look forward to hearing your ideas and thoughts, so please don’t hesitate to share!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With love,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Scorpio_saturn777\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Creator of Journey to Become the Zenith\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>--------------------\u003C\u002Fp>",1015,"2026-06-09T06:06:36.928Z",1,"novelbin.me","29078e83872c5022c0dbaee8626b2847c8436140a06ff9fa7c2c4bca099c8bb2","journey-to-become-the-zenith-chapter-250","journey-to-become-the-zenith-chapter-248",253,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fjourney-to-become-the-zenith-cover.jpg"]