Silence filled the chamber.


    They were offering me **a job as their personal enforcer.**


    It was tempting.


    Being in the church’s favor would **give me more power and resources.**


    The narrative has been taken without permission. Report any sightings.


    But it also meant walking on an even **thinner tightrope.**


    I smirked. **"And what do I get out of this?"**


    The cardinal scowled. **"You dare ask for compensation—"**


    Aurelia raised a hand, silencing him.


    She looked at me **thoughtfully.**


    **"A pardon. And access to restricted church archives. The ones that contain… forbidden magic and lost relics."**


    I **stilled.**


    That was valuable.


    I leaned back. **"Sounds interesting."**


    Aurelia’s lips curled into a small smile. **"Then we have a deal?"**


    I extended my hand. **"Sure. Let’s have some fun."**


    Our hands clasped.


    The **Holy Church** and **Eclipse** were now both using me as their secret weapon.


    But the truth?


    I was the one **using them.**


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