Shota's Isekai NTR Adventure Chapter 2072: Some answers

Previously on Shota's Isekai NTR Adventure...
Messengers from various countries surround the protagonist, reporting a sudden surge in corruption energy activity across the continent, with aggressive attacks on people and the formation of corruption monsters. He concludes that the forces of Destruction are growing stronger after a period of dormancy and assures the messengers that the development of divine energy weapons will be discussed in the next meeting. Rather than returning home, he heads to the Holy Empire to seek information from Solista, sensing an evolving connection to the statue there that could enable him to form a god-like domain. Entering the god’s realm, he observes the weakening veil of light around Solista, allowing glimpses of her true form.

"So you’ve passed the trial and you’ve become stronger." Solista remarked following an extended pause.

I held back my response for the moment, my gaze still fixed on her form.

This marked the initial occasion I laid eyes on her—or at least portions of her—so resisting the urge to gaze was challenging.

Folks had described Solista as a stunning goddess, and their words rang true without doubt.

Regaining my composure, I cleared my throat and replied, "But what exactly do you mean by becoming stronger? I’m certain it’s more than just raw power that I’ve obtained."

As I spoke these words, I squinted my eyes while observing Solista closely.

She held off on responding immediately, yet she wasn’t dodging my stare; instead, her gaze locked directly onto mine.

The visible section of her face consisted of its upper portion, allowing me to peer into her eyes for the first time. Those eyes revealed the emotions stirring within her.

The grave expression in her gaze conveyed a wealth of unspoken thoughts.

Following a brief hush, she at last declared, "I believe you grasp my meaning already. After all, you’ve been gazing intently for a while now."

Her comment didn’t prompt me to look away.

Rather, I simply inquired, "Then how much of my humanity remains?"

This query appeared to surprise Solista momentarily, but soon her eyes sparkled with mirth as she responded, "Well, this isn’t quite what I anticipated. Still, you’re merely embarking on the initial phase of your journey toward demigod status. No need for concern—you haven’t reached that point yet."

Then, in a playful manner, she tacked on, "Once you behold my complete splendor, that’s the moment you cease to be human."

I found no humor in her words, merely furrowing my brow upon hearing them.

To halt her continued jesting, I shifted the subject by stating, "Now that I’ve succeeded in the trial, might you provide the answers I’ve awaited?"

Solista showed no immediate reaction to my words, but eventually she uttered, "I’m confident you’re aware it was the God of Creation who summoned you to this realm."

This abrupt turn threw me for a loop, though I gradually nodded since this detail had been revealed to me multiple times already. What puzzled me was why Solista decided to mention it so suddenly.

"You were selected for transport to this world due to your unique qualities. That’s the extent of what you should know for now."

Her statement caused me to frown instantly.

After all, such a notion didn’t carry positive connotations.

Special...

Being special didn’t equate to being favorable; it simply indicated a distinctiveness in me. It suggested they might have picked me as the sole individual capable of withstanding their intended trials.

The visions from my memories clearly indicated they desired me for a particular purpose...

"It’s not like..." Solista began, only to halt abruptly, as though an unseen force had intervened.

The anguish reflected in her eyes hinted at a compelled silence.

I’d long suspected barriers prevented her from sharing information, but this appeared far graver than I’d imagined.

"Maybe her role isn’t as I assumed..."

My mind drifted to how the version of Solista in my memories behaved toward the God of Creation.

While a portion of me felt pity for her, something deeper stirred...

"Beyond that, is there anything more you can reveal?"

My shift in topic wasn’t meant to aid her; I simply craved further clarity.

When amusement flickered in Solista’s eyes, I disregarded it and awaited her response.

"Well, the Mark of God won’t offer much enhancement given your existing divine energy. Yet, that Mark of God links you to us, granting potential access to our authorities. That’s the limit of what I can disclose."

Upon hearing this, I instinctively glanced at the Mark of God etched on my hand.

Her explanation made sense, prompting me to acknowledge her point.

I’d focused solely on the divine energy output without examining the fundamental transformations within the Mark of God.

This required further experimentation on my part.

In addition, Solista gestured with her hand, manifesting a map infused with divine energy.

I identified it immediately upon viewing it.

This depicted the full layout of the continent.

Yet, certain locations stood out as highlighted on the map.

"I’m sure you’ve learned about the other sealed elementals. Those elementals reside at these marked sites."

Her straightforwardness on this matter took me aback.

If only she could likewise disclose the locations of the remaining God of Creation relics...

Regrettably, it appeared far from straightforward.

As it happened, she shared this detail due to an underlying significance.

"I’m certain you’ve observed the heightened unrest among the forces of Destruction lately, haven’t you?"

This issue had only recently reached my ears via reports, but it was no shock that a deity would be informed. The real mystery lay in her sudden decision to address it.

"You’ve stirred them up by shattering the seal on one of the elemental groups."