She was simply far too abnormal!
Not only Fels, but even Uranus had reached the same conclusion about Elise.
Among the three great commissions for adventurers, Behemoth and Leviathan had already been defeated by the Familias of Zeus and Hera. That left only the Black Dragon...
Would it die at Elise's hands?
Elise's words caused the old god to fall silent for a long time, his gaze fixed upon her.
Gods possessed the ability to see through lies. Uranus knew very clearly that everything Elise had said was the truth.
In other words, Elise—who had only recently reached Level 2—truly possessed strength comparable to Level 7.
Who would have thought that, three years after Zeus and Hera departed, such an existence would emerge in the lower world?
The reason she had exposed her strength before Uranus was because she had something she wished to do.
This matter would have a considerable impact on Orario's future, so she had to inform the founding god in advance. Otherwise, it would bring about a great deal of trouble later.
"I have a request. I hope to receive your approval, Lord Uranus."
When she spoke those words, Elise's tone became extremely formal. Uranus straightened slightly, curiosity stirring within him. A powerful adventurer like her actually sought his consent for something?
"Very well. Speak."
Seeing that Uranus was prepared to listen, a faint smile curved Elise's lips.
"I wish to carry out a great purge in Orario—to eliminate all unstable elements in one sweep."
The moment Elise uttered those words, the atmosphere grew heavy. Whether it was Fels or Uranus, both stared at her with solemn expressions.
"Your reason? Why would you want to do such a thing? Can you explain?"
In the end, it was Uranus who spoke. Though Elise's proposal was dangerous, the old god did not reject it outright. He intended to hear her reasoning first.
After all, if what she claimed was true—if she truly possessed strength rivaling Level 7—then almost no one in Orario could defeat her. Her opinion carried immense weight.
"Because of Evilus, and those despicable individuals who collude with them."
Elise faced the old god. Though their eyes did not meet, Uranus could feel the seriousness in the girl's resolve...
She truly intended to "cleanse" Orario.
"Though I did not live during the era of Zeus and Hera, I have heard of their legends."
"They truly suppressed an entire age. In that time, the moment Evilus dared to show even the slightest trace of activity, they would be wiped out."
"What a wonderful era that must have been. The people living in Orario could go about their lives freely, without fearing when disaster might descend upon them..."
Then Elise's tone shifted, and even her expression grew colder, as though recalling something that deeply displeased her.
"But all of that ended when the Familias of Zeus and Hera were defeated by the Black Dragon."
"The defeat of the strongest Familias triggered a series of misfortunes..."
"Evilus has grown increasingly rampant. They can even abduct innocent women in broad daylight. During this time, I have been observing this city. It happens every single day. Even with the assistance of the great Familias, Orario's security has barely improved. All kinds of tragedies unfold at every moment."
To lend greater weight to her words, Elise deliberately emphasized the word "tragedies."
"Tragedies are what I hate most!"
In a sense, this was a genuine reflection of Elise's heart. As a god, Uranus should be able to perceive that.
Sure enough, just as Elise expected, when she spoke the word "tragedies," Uranus' expression changed for the briefest instant.
Though the old god quickly concealed his emotions, Elise's senses had already caught it clearly.
"So I will be the one to change all of this!"
"The order established by Zeus and Hera collapsed with their departure. In that case, I will build a new order! New rules!"
"I will drive out every single one of those who threaten this city's peace! Whether it is Evilus or anyone else, if they dare lay a hand on Orario's tranquility, they will become my enemy!"
"That is why I need your authorization, Lord Uranus."
"You are the founding god of this city. If I can obtain your consent, then..."
Elise left the rest unsaid, but both Uranus and Fels understood her meaning.
If Uranus agreed, Elise would be free to act as she wished—just as she had declared—extinguishing Evilus and all other unstable sparks at their root.
To be honest, Uranus was tempted.
There were far too many unstable factors in Orario now.
Evilus, as well as the other nations eyeing the city from beyond its borders, were all threats.
These threats had not existed before. It was precisely because of the departure of Zeus and Hera that they had emerged.
At its core, Orario lacked one thing.
This world was one where the strong devoured the weak.
Orario's former strength had faded, and so trouble followed one after another. To resolve everything, only one thing was needed.
A supreme powerhouse.
An absolute one.
Uranus saw the resolve in the girl before him and made his decision.
"What one chooses to do should be decided by that individual. I do not intend to interfere excessively in the affairs of the lower world."
"However, one condition cannot change. In the name of the King of the Gods—"
"The promised land, Orario, must never come to harm."
"Can you... accomplish that?"
Though it seemed he had not directly answered Elise's request, everyone present understood his meaning.
It was, more or less...
As long as Orario remains unharmed, do as you please. I will not intervene.
In other words, Elise had already obtained Uranus' authorization—though it could not be spoken of openly.
"Of course. I swear it to you, Lord Uranus."
"So long as I stand, Orario will never suffer harm."
With that, the matter was settled. Since Uranus had chosen to support Elise, there was nothing more to discuss.
When the great purge of the future arrived, she would eliminate every factor capable of threatening Orario.
However, there was still one more matter Elise needed to mention to Uranus.
"It concerns the Ishtar Familia..."