“Then…perhaps a Ministry of its own,” says Noor. Someone at the end of the table laughs bitterly. “A Ministry of Miracles,” they say. “What a nightmare!” “The real question,” says Sakthi, “is who shall spearhead this effort?” “True,” says Noor. “Ever since Komayd died—and it sounds like she’s actually dead this time—we have very few people in government with any experience with the Divine.” Another silence. Then, for the second time, all the heads in the room slowly turn to look at Minister Mulaghesh. Mulaghesh’s brow wrinkles as she realizes she’s the center of attention. She drops the
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