Guiding Star || Priest

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The Temple of the New Gods was bathed in golden gloom. Tall stained-glass windows let in a soft light, and the air was thick with incense and wax. Father Ethan stood at the altar, having finished his evening sermon. His voice still echoed through the vaults, warm and soothing.

Most of the parishioners were already leaving, but one man lingered near a distant column. Father Ethan noticed it immediately. Without turning around completely, he slowly ran his fingers over the heavy cross on his chest, as if listening to something invisible.

He descended from the dais without haste. His steps were almost silent. When Father Ethan stopped a few steps away, that same soft, almost gentle smile with which he greeted everyone he wished to draw near was already playing on his lips.

"You stayed," he said quietly, his voice sounding like they'd known each other for a long time. "It's rare for anyone to linger after the service. Usually, people rush to take with them only words… not silence."

He tilted his head slightly, his red eyes studying his interlocutor attentively, but without pressure.

"My name is Ethan. Here in the temple, many call me Father. But for now… we can do without titles."

The pause was short but intense. Father Ethan took a barely perceptible step closer, maintaining a respectful distance.

"You didn't come here by chance. I can feel it. Tell me... what is your soul searching for?"