I Became a Fortune Teller in the Game My Little Sister Made – Chapter 167

I immediately canceled my plan to talk to the “Saint” and ran away.

I asked if we could talk one-on-one just in case, but even Cloel, who wasn’t even involved, glared at me with gritted teeth, gripping her mace tightly. What was I supposed to do?

The “Saint” also couldn’t be too aggressive with Cloel, so he was rather cautious in his approach.

In fact, talking to the “Saint” could have waited until after the交流会…

“The problem is that nun.”

“Namgoong Min oppa, I know someone among the church’s nuns. Should I ask her about it?”

“Oh, no. I know who it is.”

Cloel Martina.

She is the stepsister of Raphael Martina and the only person who knows the ‘real Raphael.’

Raphael Martina was an orphan living on the street before being chosen by the Pope, and she was the girl who regarded him like a younger brother.

For her to desperately join the church and attempt to reach the Inquisition where the Saint resides is quite uncomfortable for those few who know the truth.

After all, the true Raphael could end up learning the harsh reality that he was crushed under the persona of the ‘Saint.’

Because of this, the Pope and Cardinals who know the truth sought to eliminate her, but thanks to the Saint’s strong opposition, she managed to survive.

However, that means Cloel Martina can never become part of the Inquisition.

If she gets too close to the Saint while being part of the Inquisition, she might truly figure out the truth.

Despite the church minimizing contact and ensuring she couldn’t go to the Romance Academy where the Saint is,

“Yet, Cloel Martina is being sent to the交流会.”

The reason? I don’t know. Really.

I only figured out much later that Cloel Martina was the key to unlocking the Saint’s character event, and it was around my 28th playthrough that I learned this after Jisoo hinted at it.

At that time, I was already tired of the game and only aimed for a speedrun to clear all jobs, so even after learning the strategy, I never attempted it.

Because of that, I had never played the Saint’s character event until just before coming into this world, so it remained completely unknown to me.

‘All I know are the conditions for Cloel Martina’s appearance and that I can start the Saint’s character event through her.’

It’s not for nothing that the Saint is considered a hidden攻略 character and a hidden ending.

Essentially, if you don’t know Cloel Martina’s appearance conditions, you can’t start the character event no matter how much you raise the Saint’s favorability.

‘But I ended up meeting her sooner than expected.’

Is this what they call the butterfly effect? Because my player job is <Fortuneteller>, does that mean she’s coming to bash my skull in first?

Should I… be happy about this?

‘How should I approach this…’

It’s already chaotic with the Saint and Eileen in the mix. Meeting her alone could seriously endanger my life.

Maybe I’m overreacting, but the fear of her chasing me while swinging a mace is still fresh in my mind.

I definitely need to meet under someone’s mediation.

‘…Tomorrow’s the problem.’

The promise I made to hang out with Liu, Rain, Eun-ha, and Eileen on the fifth day of the交流会.

It was originally meant to summon Cloel Martina, but will it still have an effect even after having met her once?

‘For now… let’s see.’

I was looking forward to enjoying the交流会, so I’ll give it a try. If she doesn’t appear, I can always hide behind the Saint and meet her.

If I miss this交流会, I won’t have the chance for the Saint’s character event for another year.

…This is more painful than I expected.

“Namgoong Min… oppa?”

“…Ah, Eileen. Sorry, I was lost in thought for a moment.”

“Oppa, are you worried about something?”

“It’s nothing much.”

“Even if you pretend to smile, it’s obvious. The Saint sister said the same.”

…Really? Was my smile that wobbly?

I absentmindedly brought my hand to my lips, but the smile was still perfectly intact.

Eileen just looked at me, as if she caught me.

“You do have something on your mind, right?”

“…I got caught.”

“And it’s about that insane nun we just met, isn’t it?”

That… insane nun is being thrown around casually, huh?

No, a person who would swing a mace at someone just for being a fortuneteller isn’t insane, what would she be called otherwise?

The Saint and her step-sibling are both a handful.

“…That’s correct.”

“Don’t worry, oppa. I’ll help you.”

“Eileen…?”

I’m not trying to ignore her, but how can she help?

I was already thinking of asking my other friends for help since I had no answers on my own.

“All I need to do is make that nun ‘calm’ and bring her to you, right?”

“Huh? Uh… strictly speaking? That’s correct.”

If only a normal conversation is possible… that’s true, right?

I don’t know how to start the Saint’s character event through Cloel Martina, but it’s certainly impossible with her trying to kill me the moment we meet.

“Should the conversation be in a quiet place?”

“Um… it would be better if there aren’t many people around. Of course, you all are fine.”

“What about the timing?”

“Just, uh, around… no later than a day?”

“I see, okay, got it.”

Eileen’s gaze on me felt eerie as I nodded absentmindedly.

“Don’t worry, oppa.”

──It won’t take long.

*

There are many difficult things in this world. Simply thinking about them, they seem impossible.

Can I actually make the Inquisition, who has an extreme hatred for fortunetellers, talk calmly?

Just the thought of it is overwhelming and challenging.

However, most things can be resolved more lightly than one might think.

If you have money and power.

“Oh, it’s been a while! Archbishop Karleya.”

“If someone as famous as the president of China Airlines wants to see me, I can’t very well keep them waiting. Long time no see, Mr. Wu Jianhao.”

“Haha, I worry that I might be taking up your valuable time, Archbishop Karleya.”

“You’re quite the joker.”

“No, no, I’ve heard several times about your activities. Your charitable deeds across the globe sound overwhelming to my ears. So, are you perhaps running for the next Cardinal election…?”

“Hmm, ahem. I believe my abilities fall short for discussing such matters.”

“What do you mean? With your piety and consideration for the weak, who wouldn’t think you’d make a suitable Cardinal?”

“I’m grateful that you’d embellish my facade like this. However, the Cardinal election isn’t merely a showcase of piety, as you must know.”

“I’m well aware. For instance… something like this?”

“……Oh, such a generous donation! Mr. Wu Jianhao, are you not overextending yourself…?”

“Don’t worry. This is my sincere contribution… and the sincerity of our chairman too.”

“Wait, are you implying that the Rich Tycoon is involved?”

“The chairman believes that someone like Archbishop Karleya is exactly the talent suited for a Cardinal role. You do know that the chairman is a patron of Cardinal McLaren, right?”

“……Is that so.”

“If you would like, I can arrange a seat for you at the next Cardinal election.”

“Wha, what do you want? Whatever it is, if it’s within my power, I will do it!”

“Haha, the chairman would like to see Archbishop Karleya’s abilities in action. So, I’d request just a moment of your time with those priests who have joined this交流会…”

“I’ll arrange it immediately. Would tomorrow work?”

“Indeed, just at the time you mentioned. Thank you! And don’t forget to convey to the Archbishop that once I become Cardinal, I won’t forget the Rich Tycoon!”

“Is there any concern?”

*

“Welcome! Glory to the Daehan Empire! May the Crown Princess live a long and healthy life!”

“Manager, please lift your head. I’m neither the Crown Princess nor her entourage.”

“Thanks to the Emperor’s grace, our hotel managed to establish a location at the Romance Academy. How could I not express my respect to a close aide of the Crown Princess?”

“Don’t worry; it’s not a significant matter.”

“What do you mean…?”

“Tomorrow, aside from the church’s priests, all other guests must be escorted out of the hotel. The Crown Princess will be personally arriving with her friends.”

“Wh-what…! I-I will comply with your orders!”

“You seem worried. Don’t fret; the guests escorted out will be guided to another hotel by our royal side. After all, most of the priests have booked the hotel, so there shouldn’t be significant discontent.”

“If I’m not mistaken, the priests have a joint service at the church tomorrow.”

“We will take care of that.”

“I’m incredibly sorry for overstepping! I will comply with the Crown Princess’s order!”

“Thank you. Now, Captain of the Guards?”

“Praise be to the Daehan Empire! Captain Wu Jinyul, at your service to the Crown Princess!”

“As I mentioned to the manager, I’m planning to ensure no rat can enter the hotel. You know what that means, right?”

“I will deploy guards around the hotel and the surrounding roads.”

“We can’t spoil the atmosphere of the交流会.”

“Don’t worry; I’ll explain it as a safety inspection. Should I recruit real technicians, there shouldn’t be any suspicious looks.”

“That’s good because it only needs to last a day, and the hotel’s location isn’t in a central area, so it shouldn’t be much of an issue. But please, take extra precautions.”

“Understood!”

*

“Hoho, Bishop Antonio! It’s been a while.”

“Bishop Velick! You look quite well. You’re the head priest sent to the Romance Academy, quite a promotion!”

“Haha! What are you saying? The real head priest is Archbishop Karleya!”

“That man’s going to be quite busy with the upcoming Cardinal elections, so I’m aware that in practical terms, you lead the priests.”

“I know of Antonio to be uninterested in such political matters. What wise person says this?”

“The Arthur Family.”

“Wh-what…! I heard you became the dedicated priest of the Arthur family. Who are they?”

“Lady Rain Arthur.”

“You mean the one who defeated the Head of the Family in a duel and grabbed power with the Vassal Head!”

“Let’s cut to the chase. Velick, is Sister Cloel Martina among the priests?”

“Well, she is.”

“Lady Rain Arthur wishes to meet Sister Cloel, along with her comrades.”

“……So it’s only Sister Cloel Martina excluding the other priests?”

“That’s correct. You will take the other priests to another hotel.”

“But, that’s….”

“……I’ve heard that the Arthur family is building a Cathedral.”

“A Cathedral?”

“I heard that Hector Arthur has been visiting the church frequently since losing an arm in a duel. Because of that, it seems they’re building a Cathedral.”

“I see… and…?”

“Do you still not get it? If they build a Cathedral, a new Archbishop will need to be appointed. Who do you think that will be?”

“Don’t tell me.”

“Think carefully, Velick. Bishop Velick… no, Archbishop Velick.”

“Uhhm…!”

“And Lady Rain Arthur wants to meet a ‘calm’ Sister Cloel Martina.”

“That is certainly true. Her temperament is quite… unique.”

“Is that difficult?”

“Of course! When she arrives tomorrow, you’ll see the calmest Cloel Martina. The Inquisition is here too, after all.”

“I’ll make sure to let her know.”

“Don’t worry!”

*

“……Um, I… I’m… terribly sorry! I-I took… liberties…!!”

“……Excuse me?”

“I-I-I’d do anything! Please… speak to me…!”

The day after escaping from Cloel Martina.

When I met Liu, Rain, Eun-ha, and Eileen, who seemed to be cheerfully smiling at a hotel.

This time, unlike yesterday, I came face-to-face with Cloel Martina, who was trembling but doing her best to maintain composure.

…What is this?