Mystery:Temperance Pathway (LOTM)

Chapter 6:excellency?

Kai's mind swirled like a tempest, the torrent of information crashing against the walls of her consciousness. The overwhelming deluge had left her reeling, and she pressed her trembling fingers to her throbbing forehead in a desperate attempt to quell the racing thoughts that threatened to consume her. The room surrounding her was cloaked in a profound silence, disturbed only by the gentle rustling of the curtains as they allowed the golden rays of the setting sun to pour in, casting a warm, ethereal glow upon her surroundings.

A faint, almost imperceptible twitch tugged at the corner of Kai's mouth, a ghostly echo from the depths of her memory. Her gaze drifted upward, as if seeking solace in the ceiling above, lost in contemplation, her thoughts cascading like a waterfall of uncertainties.

Kai's voice, laden with doubt, pierced the silence like a fragile crystal shattering upon the cold ground. "Should I pray to the Goddess of Night?" Her voice trembled with uncertainty. "Ever since I transmigrated to this world, the Goddess of Night intervened through Arianna to bring me here. But, in the wake of what the system has revealed about Beyonders and the Church..."

Though she appreciated the hospitality provided by Arianna and the church, Kai's mind was still clouded with doubts. She'd read books and received information from the system that hinted at the complexities and dangers of this world. Trusting the goddess of the night, or any god for that matter, wasn't something she took lightly.

With a heavy sigh, Kai's gaze dropped to the scattered books strewn across the table, their spines marked by countless hours of study and contemplation. She slowly pushed herself up from her seat, a determined fire igniting in her expression. "Perhaps it's time to step outside and breathe in the fresh air. I've been confined to this room since yesterday, and I need a moment to clear my thoughts," she mumbled to herself.

Approaching the window, she gazed out at the bustling street beyond, where life carried on as a vibrant river of existence. Children played in the fading light of dusk, and people strolled through the streets, their lives flowing around her like a living tapestry.

Kai whispered to herself, her words carried away by the breeze that wafted in through the open window. "Perhaps I can gather information from the locals while I savor the fresh air."

Turning away from the window, she took a deep breath and approached the door. Her hand rested on the cold brass knob, and hesitation clawed at her, but the realization that she couldn't remain secluded forever compelled her to turn the knob slowly and creak the door open to peer outside.

Although her room remained concealed from casual view, she knew it held a significant place within the Church of the Evernight Goddess-the very headquarters of the enigmatic Red Gloves and Nighthawks. Her gaze swept over the faithful in fervent prayer and the hallowed halls that whispered tales of centuries.

Closing the door softly behind her, she scanned her immediate surroundings. The interior of the church was serene, with some individuals lost in profound devotion. Yet, the silence was soon disrupted by the approach of approaching footsteps, and her curiosity was piqued.

"Miss Kai Levine," a voice called out, its tone smooth and confident.

Kai's heart quickened, and she strained to identify the speaker. It was a man's voice, and she was certain it wasn't Arianna. Slowly, she turned her head to meet the gaze of a man with golden-brown hair and eyes as dark as a moonless forest. He was dressed in a black windbreaker and a white shirt, an enigmatic figure that seemed to have emerged from the shadows.

A small, hesitant smile played upon Kai's lips, and she inclined her head respectfully. "Yes, that's me," she replied, her voice tinged with curiosity and a hint of vulnerability. "How may I assist you, sir?"