What do you mean by an ‘intrusion’? Was there really an intruder in the prayer room? The mere thought made my blood run cold. That can’t be right. What about Athanas? I quickly glanced at him, my eyes frantically searching for any hint of concern on his face.. But his expression remained perfectly composed, not a flicker of worry crossing his features.

In polytheistic belief systems, even the most powerful gods tremble at the thought of being overthrown. Look at the Greek gods for example. Cronus, the mighty Titan, was so consumed by the fear of his own offspring rising up against him that he resorted to swallowing them whole. And Zeus, the thunderbolt-wielding lord of Olympus himself, was haunted by the constant worry that someday, an even mightier being would emerge to claim his place.

Huh? The Research Director? Why on earth would the Research Director be here of all places? [Meaning... Yes, that’s it! Meaning arises from difference. Information is born from these ‘differences’ and distinctions. If we filter out the meaningless and retain only that which holds significance...]

What did Athanas realize? Is Callister dangerous? Should I be worried about what he might find out? I couldn’t resist sneaking a peek at Callister, only to catch him staring right back, eyes locked on us like a hawk.

He can’t even say who he made the promise to? I racked my brain, trying to piece together the clues buried in Athanas’ cryptic silence. Just a few hours ago, when he handed me the reliquary, he wasn’t this haggard. What could have happened in such a short time?

Isn’t there usually a satisfying *Ding!* when you acquire a new skill in a game? I could’ve sworn that in Conclude, every time the cult leader unit gained an ability, that iconic sound would ring out.

Athanas does have some romantic comedy heroine-like qualities - at least, based on this totally made-up setting. It roughly goes like this: Athanasia is this insanely talented holy knight who pretty much makes everyone else green with envy. Her only sanctuary from the relentless admiration and jealousy is an old, deserted library where none of her classmates ever step foot in.