As the evening sun descended, its warm rays spilled through the resplendent stained-glass windows of the ancient church. A kaleidoscope of colors danced upon the weathered wooden pews, and the distant organ.
The aisle, flanked by regal columns, guided gazes toward the chancel where the altar stood as a sacred beacon, capturing the essence of the fading light. Above, a breathtaking stained-glass window unfurled a celestial saga in vivid and enchanting hues.
At the core of the altar, bathed in the warm radiance, stood a statue — the god of light. His countenance exuded serenity, with an outstretched hand gracefully catching the final rays of daylight, casting a soft and reverent shadow upon the ancient stone floor below.
Throughout the aisle, stood unlit candles. The air enveloped the sacred space with the lingering fragrance of aged incense, creating an atmosphere of reverence.
Inside the empty nave of the church, Priest Benedict, a man in his sixties with white skin, graying hair, and a slightly wrinkled face, bowed respectfully to in-training Priest Kevin. Benedict's eyes held a subtle silver shade, and despite his age, his seemingly imposing body conveyed an underlying strength. A kind smile adorned his features.
Kevin's face, initially cold and serious, softened as he uttered, "You may rise, Sir Benedict."
"Yes," replied Benedict, meeting Kevin's gaze. As they stared at each other, Kevin's facial expression returned to its previous jovial and kind demeanor.
"Sir Benedict, please drop the formalities with me," Kevin requested.
"I can't; your status and lineage are much higher than mine," Benedict replied with a respectful tone.
"Regardless of my background, Sir Benedict, I am here to learn from you. I can't have my teacher and elder be so respectful to me all the time. At least for the period of my training, please treat me as your student," Kevin insisted.
"Sir Benedict, please teach me," Kevin bowed respectfully.
In response to such a sincere request, Benedict was surprised and satisfied. "Priest Kevin, please raise your head," he said with a kind smile. "I understand. Then please forgive my rudeness during your training period."
"Yes. Thank you for your understanding," Kevin responded, rising with a joyful smile.
"Then, Kevin, do you know what your requirements for graduation are?"
"No. I am to receive my tasks from you," Kevin responded.
"Hmm. Then let me assign them to you. As long as you perform these tasks to my satisfaction, I will approve your graduation.
"Your training period will be for 2 years. I will assign you 5 tasks.
1. Be my assistant for 1 year.
2. For 1 year, you need to manage this church on your own.
During these 2 years, this entire baronet will be under your sole management.
3. Investigate the Ravencrests.
4. Investigate the forest.
"Sir Benedict, can you explain your reasons for assigning me these tasks? And your evaluation criteria?" Kevin inquired.
Benedict chuckled, "If it was any other trainee, I would have asked him to shut his mouth and do as he was asked to do. But since it's you, I will explain my reasons for assigning these tasks. However, you can forget about my evaluation criteria."
"Okay."
"I have assigned the tasks in ascending order of priority and importance. Do you understand?"
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The Eclipse Moons Grimoire: Lilith's Soft Whispers
FantasyA boy who wishes to be a girl dies in an accident and reincarnates in a world of gods and demons as the second son of the baroness with hidden past. His mother disguises and raises him as a girl. Note: There will not be any sex scenes between main c...
