Mystery:Temperance Pathway (LOTM)

Chapter 5:Curious

Kai found herself lost in a world she couldn't fathom, and as she gazed out of the window, a maelstrom of questions and concerns churned within her. The sheer weight of the unknown bore down on her like a heavy cloak, making her heart race as she reluctantly tore her attention away from the enigmatic screen.

With a voice laced with trepidation, she began to voice her fears, "Is it conceivable that unwitting individuals might stumble upon a Beyonder? Could the power they grant to those who consume them lead to unforeseen encounters?"

The implications of such a scenario sent a chill down her spine. The thought of people wielding unbridled Beyonder powers, unaware of the responsibility it carried, filled her with a sense of impending danger. The system had warned that normal people remained oblivious to the existence of Beyonders, adding another layer of complexity to the equation.

Kai's mind was a tempest, caught in the whirlwind of these startling revelations. "Is there an organization, a force akin to the guardians of law and order in my previous world, that watches over and protects the uninitiated?" she wondered aloud. It was essential to safeguard the innocent from potential misuse of newfound abilities.

Summoning her courage, Kai delved deeper into her concerns. "I can't help but think that there must be a group or agency dedicated to maintaining order and ensuring the safety of regular citizens, particularly since the system mentioned that they were oblivious to the existence of Beyonders. If an unsuspecting individual were to ingest a potion, unaware of the consequences, the chaos that might ensue could be catastrophic."

As she contemplated the far-reaching implications of this situation, Kai pressed on, her curiosity driving her. "Surely, there must be individuals or a covert organization entrusted with preserving the public's well-being while keeping the truth hidden from them," she mused.

The screen provided a reassuring response, confirming Kai's suspicions, and her eyes remained fixed on the words that appeared, "Yes, there are people and organizations that protect normal citizens from Beyonder incidents."

Kai's expression revealed a mixture of intrigue and concern as she mulled over the revelations. "So, my assumptions were not unfounded," she thought, a spark of realization igniting within her.

"Who are these individuals?" she inquired, eager to uncover more about this clandestine world she had entered. "What do they go by?"

The system delivered a succinct answer, "[They are known as Beyonder teams.]"

Kai raised an eyebrow, her face reflecting her perplexity. "Beyonder teams?" she repeated, trying to grasp the concept.

The system's confirmation rang true, as it reiterated, "[Yes, and some of these teams are affiliated with the church.]"

Kai's eyes widened, a look of disbelief etching across her face. "The church?" she murmured incredulously. "Do the churches in this realm possess knowledge of Beyonders? In my previous life, they were places of devotion, dedicated solely to venerating the goddess. It seems in this world, the church serves an entirely different purpose."

Kai's inquisitive nature prodded her to delve further. "Do these churches guard ordinary humans from Beyonders and conceal their existence from the general populace?"

Once again, the system affirmed her query, responding with a simple, "[Yes.]"

Kai fell silent, her thoughts a tumultuous storm. The revelation that the church was intertwined with Beyonder affairs and played a pivotal role in protecting the unsuspecting citizens left her both bewildered and captivated. The complexity of this world far exceeded her initial understanding.

"Could there be a connection between the gods in this world and Beyonders?" Kai pondered aloud, her mind abuzz with possibilities. "The church's involvement in shielding the ordinary people and shrouding the Beyonders in secrecy hints at a possible link between the two."