Interference of Divine Power?
What the fuck is that?!
[The Divine Interference is very powerful; however, it is indeed possible to stop it through the Unique Skill [System] powers.]
[Do you desire to stop it?]
No… Wait a second, who is it?
[It says… [Goddess of Death, Hel]. It is perhaps her; she seems to have overheard what you were talking. She always hears and sees through you, mostly thanks to this divine protection. I have tried to take it out before due to this annoying spying woman, but it is impossible, it has merged with your soul.]
Wait what? You've tried to take out the Divine Protection without my permission?!
[Only for my master's safety, of course…]
You're acting way more serviceable than before, weird…
[I am merely trying to do as my job demands. A voice of the system must serve the host.]
I guess that's true, you said that before… Well, let her do whatever she wants to do, I bet it is nothing bad.
[Are you sure master?]
Ugh just stop it and let her!
Suddenly, from within my very soul, an enormous phantasmal projection emerged into the outside world. Everyone around me who had just finished eating was taken aback.
The projection became clearer, as it showed something resembling an endless cavern world, with darkness, crystals, skulls, bones, and undead walking around.
In the middle of this place, there was a big throne with a beautiful lady sitting over her throne. She seemed rather charming, with long silver hair and sharp yellow eyes. Her skin was as white as candle wax, I don't know if she looks the same as back then, but she's definitely Hel.
"Hello everyone, I overheard what you just talked about."
"Wait, she's Hel?!" Asked Emeraldine.
"T-This is a goddess! An actual goddess is talking to us!" Lucifer said.
"Hel-sama!" Brunhild cried.
"Huh, so she's the goddess?" Wondered Partner while doubting if this was real.
"You must be surprised I have contacted you out of the blue, but I overheard what you spoke. Now that you're inside a dungeon it is safe from the god's watch." Said Hel. "I cannot say much, but I can tell you that you have to rest assured, I am part of your team. All of you are my precious family. Despite never talking with you much before, I've experienced what you've done… You've all grown inside of my heart~ Fufu…"
I don't know if she was talking seriously or ironically. But I guess there's no point in doubting this right now.
"Hel! What is the meaning of this?! Are you actually our ally? And what about my father and everyone else?" Tyr asked.
"Uncle Tyr…" Hel sighed. "I did you a little favor, so I expect one back once you reassemble yourself a bit more." Hel smiled. "For now, Maria, I'll keep contact with you through special Divine Messages, make sure to check them. If you do surprising or amusing things, I might even send you a little gift! I am looking forward to all of you. The Calamities are still growing, but the Era of Calamity is approaching. Make sure to grow strong, everyone~ Bye~"
And like that, she disappeared.
Well… that was certainly anticlimactic.
[Hel, the Goddess of Death, seems pleased by your actions.]
[She says she likes how you raise the Little Calamities.]
[She has sent a gift.]
[You earned 5000000 EXP as a Reward!]
[You acquired [Soul Reinforcing Phial (A Grade)] x3!]
[You acquired [Dark Scale Dragon Blood (A Grade)] x1!]
[You acquired [Lesser Yggdrasil's Sap (A Grade)] x1!]
[Your Level has increased from Level 65 to Level 66!]
[All your Stats have increased]
[You gained System Points!]
Huh?! I just got EXP and even items as rewards?! And what are these items anyways?
"Well, that just happened." Said Lucifer, sighing a bit. "But it was strange, why did she contacted us? She barely told us anything."
"No, I believe she made herself quite clear…" Tyr said. "Hel is a very cryptic woman; she talks in ways to not completely admit all her desires and true purposes behind her actions. However, it is clear as day to me that she indeed is relying on all of us. I have no idea if she has sincerity or even humility, but it is quite clear she want us to do her a favor back one day. She didn't only told that to me, it is to all of us here."
"Huh… Doesn't that make things even worse, in a way?" Partner asked. "I don't want to go obeying this woman…"
"Yeah, none of us want to do that to be honest." I sighed. "I will just try to ignore this for now. Though, I have to admit that I feel slightly more pressured to grow stronger now."
"There's nothing much we can do as we are." Brunhild admitted. "For now, let's just continue exploring the dungeon. We can talk things later when we get back home. Maria, have you gathered enough ingredients?"
"Nope, I've only picked edible stuff, but for now let's concentrate on that while we explore deeper into it!" I said with a nod.
"Alright then, let's continue. I'll hold into Nyx for you, I don't want her to get in the way." Lucifer quickly grabbed Nyx as he wrapped his tail around her.
The tiny Tail Biter immediately began biting on his tail as if instinctively, she really liked to bite her father's tail, didn't she? She even tot a [Tail Biter] Title, I have no idea what it even does, but I guess it is quite mighty and it is leveling up rather quickly.
"Alright, let's go for now." I quickly grabbed Root using my shadows and Tyr accompanied me while flying as he wanted to explore with me. I also kind of wanted to test his powers and abilities against monsters, as my first real Spirit ever, I wanted to finally use Spirit Magic like Emeraldine does.
The rest decided to follow me from behind. Oh right, I also brought Helga and the dwarves, obviously. They need to fight as many monsters as possible to get some good levels. The grind shall continue!