The resentment comes from two sides, each presenting their own challenges.” “One being external, I assume? People asking that if you’re refusing access to the gods, what are you hiding? Are the dark gods taking root here, far from the light?” “Exactly. Even if the church officials and our diplomatic contacts understand, some people will believe what they want, regardless of the truth. Anger is easy to stoke, and those who would undermine our autonomy to exploit us are not shy about doing so.” “That’s not unique. I come from a whole other universe and the same thing happens.” “What do you do
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