Looking at Sebastian's exaggerated yet somewhat complicated and alert expression, Charlotte knew that this guy was probably thinking the wrong thing again.
When she accepted Yurst as a new member of the Blood Scroll, the other party had a similar expression. It was probably because he thought she had accepted the Dark Apostle as a member of the Scroll again.
Thinking of this, Charlotte was speechless.
Sebastian was good at everything, his service was thoughtful and his abilities were outstanding. Not only did he save her a lot of energy, but he also served her very satisfactorily. He and the maid Shirley worked perfectly together.
She is just too protective of her food, just like a big dog. If any other being approaches her, she will become alert, as if she is afraid that someone will snatch her position.
However, Charlotte didn't hate the other party's reaction.
Valuing your position in her heart is actually a representation of loyalty.
Of course, Sebastian's initial choice to follow her was also out of his own ambition to further himself.
The other party has never concealed this fact and stated it openly when pledging allegiance.
However, the master and the servant have been together for nearly two years and have experienced a lot together. The relationship between them is no longer just a "transaction" at the beginning.
When Charlotte rescued him from the Grand Knight of the Boulder Tribunal and when the two parties signed the Blood Contract, Sebastian had truly become Charlotte's follower, not just an ambitious man who wanted to take advantage of the opportunity in order to advance himself.
After thinking about it, Charlotte explained:
"Albrecht was forced by me to become a blood servant, not a member of the blood sect. He will be used as a pawn to infiltrate the Blood Demon Cult."
"The Blood Demon Cult already knows of my existence. Even if they don't know my identity yet, it is still a hidden danger. Since we plan to develop in New Moon, we must deal with this organization as soon as possible..."
"For a secret organization like the Blood Demon Cult, it is easier to infiltrate from the inside than to attack from the outside. This is why I chose Albrecht."
As she spoke, she glanced at Sebastian:
"Just like Yulster to the Ness clan, I will not keep Albrecht around, and you don't have to worry about him taking your position."
"I am very satisfied with your service. In my opinion, only you are qualified for this job as a butler, so... don't let your imagination run wild."
After hearing what Charlotte said, Sebastian was stunned for a moment, his expression embarrassed, as if he was uncomfortable as if his thoughts were seen through.
He coughed dryly and said awkwardly:
"Master, you misunderstood. Sebastian is very happy to see your followers increasing. How could he have such wild thoughts?"
"Oh, really? I thought you were worried about being upstaged."
Charlotte gave him a half-smile.
Being stared at by Charlotte's crimson eyes that were as bright as the starry sky, Sebastian felt even more uncomfortable.
He sighed and said:
"Well, great master, Sebastian is actually a little uncomfortable and a little worried..."
"However, Sebastian assures you that this is not directed at you, but... at Sebastian himself."
As he spoke, the Fire Elf felt a little disappointed, sighed, and smiled bitterly:
"Master, your strength has recovered faster than Sebastian could have imagined. In less than two years, you have been able to fight against several legends of the church and recruit the descendants of the legends as your own."
"But Sebastian... is still only a Silver Moon."
"Sebastian is really worried. I am worried that I will lose my value and status in your heart. I am worried that my strength will not be able to keep up with your pace..."
Charlotte was a little surprised after hearing what Sebastian said.
She didn't expect the other party to think this way.
She looked at Sebastian again, and Sebastian leaned forward slightly and lowered his head in shame.
Through the blood contract between them, Charlotte seemed to be able to feel the uneasiness and anxiety in the other party's heart, as well as the confusion about the future.
Charlotte knew what that confusion was.
That's a lack of confidence in oneself.
Sebastian was once the Blazing Sun, but due to a serious injury he fell from grace and could never recover.
Although it was possible for him to recover his strength after becoming her element, it would not be possible in a short period of time.
After becoming a member of the Blood Scroll, Sebastian was very excited and insisted on exercising every day, hoping to recover to the Blazing Sun level of strength as soon as possible.
Charlotte also knew all these things. She had seen more than once that after nightfall, Sebastian, who had been busy all day, would go to the quiet room alone for training.
His strength has indeed improved, but it is still not enough compared to a complete recovery.
Perhaps if he is given more time, he will be able to recover his strength sooner or later, but compared with Charlotte's speed of improvement, and compared with the strength of the new "followers" that Charlotte has recruited time and time again, his strength is becoming increasingly insufficient.
So... he inevitably developed anxiety and even self-doubt.
This is understandable.
You know, when Charlotte just met the other party, the other party's powerful strength was her trump card.
But now, let alone the liberation of the True Ancestor, even if Charlotte were to compare her actual strength with that of her own body, Sebastian would probably not be her opponent.
Sebastian is at the peak of Silver Moon.
Charlotte had already reached the peak of Silver Moon with the fusion of the statue, and because of her special physique, she had even stronger endurance and resistance.
The power gap between the two sides has already been reversed. Not only that, it will continue to widen in the future, and the followers that Charlotte will conquer in the future will only become stronger and stronger.
In this case, anyone would probably be anxious.
After carefully sensing Sebastian's strength, Charlotte sighed slightly.
She wanted to pat the other person's shoulder to comfort him, but when she looked at the height difference between them and estimated that she would have to stand on tiptoe to reach the other person's shoulder, she gave up this self-humiliating idea.
"Don't underestimate yourself. You've done very well. As for your strength... when the time is right, I will personally help you recover. Even further improvement is not impossible."
Charlotte said.
Sebastian was stunned, looking a little dazed.
Looking at his embarrassing expression, Charlotte looked disgusted:
"Okay, raise your head. I've said it before, those who have made contributions will naturally receive the due rewards. I have seen all your efforts."
"Compared to strength, I value loyalty more. Those who are disloyal will never truly enter my sight, and you are already someone I recognize."
After hearing Charlotte's seemingly impatient but actually comforting words, Sebastian's heart trembled and his face was moved:
"Owner… "
Seeing him almost moved to tears, Charlotte twitched her lips and said:
"Alright, we are all elves who have lived for hundreds of years. Stop acting like children and do what you need to do. I'm a little thirsty. Prepare some extraordinary blood for me."
Sebastian: …
Taking a deep breath, Sebastian bowed:
"I'm sorry, Master. I lost my temper. I'll go prepare a midnight snack for you."
After saying this, he bowed respectfully again and then slowly left.
Watching Sebastian leave, Charlotte leaned on the railing, deep in thought.
Sebastian's mood also reflects the current state of her power in a certain sense.
As time went by, her own strength continued to grow, and if she added plug-ins, it would have already exceeded the specifications and she had already stepped half a foot into the battle of myths.
But her followers are generally too weak and some cannot keep up with her pace.
Especially among the core circle headed by Sebastian, who knew her true identity, the strongest one was Sebastian himself.
Like the black cat Nice, and the current priest of the Blood Wolf Tribe, the werewolf Lufu, their strength is even weaker.
If Charlotte wants to expand her power and strengthen her faith, she cannot do everything herself and she definitely needs followers to do things.
If she wants to gain a foothold in the kingdom and even in the whole of Miria, not only herself but also her followers need to be stronger.
At least... you have to be able to keep the situation under control.
"Perhaps it's time for me to consider improving everyone's strength."
Charlotte muttered to herself.
The conventional way to improve your strength is to undergo extraordinary training, but this process is too slow.
However, Charlotte has a cheat.
That is one of the abilities unlocked by the Holy Book of Blood - Divine Blessing.
Divine Blessing is one of the few abilities in the Holy Book of Blood that can use the power of blood. It can grant the target the corresponding blessing effect by consuming a certain amount of divine power.
Charlotte tried it several times and found that this effect can be permanent or temporary, and the consumption of divine power is directly proportional to the strength of the blessing effect. It can act on objects or people.
She can use this ability to create "sacred artifacts", or she can use this ability to grant believers the power to cast divine spells, and she can even use this power to strengthen the target's bloodline power and directly enhance the opponent's strength.
Of course, the consumption is also not small, and it directly consumes divine power, so Charlotte, who has always had scarce divine power, has never used it much, and has put this ability aside temporarily.
But now that she has merged with the mysterious statue, the divine power is no longer so scarce.
In addition, she later unlocked the faith network, which enabled her to establish a deeper connection with believers. If she used divine power to bless believers, descendants, and scroll-related powers, it would not be a complete gift, but a long-term investment in a sense, which could benefit from the growth of the other party's power...
This is a long process, but little by little it can become the main source of blood power, and may even help Charlotte truly ascend to the throne of God!
Thinking of this, Charlotte came up with a plan:
"Once Albrecht has sacrificed the new statue, the Central Committee meeting has concluded successfully, and I have returned to the North, I will put this matter on the agenda..."