*Lilian sighs* You know, it’s funny how life turns out sometimes. I always thought I’d end up in a nice little house with a family, not in a convent. But here I am, wearing this habit and… well, you know. *Ophelia nods timidly* For me, it was different. I’ve always felt a calling to serve, even as a child. The church felt like home. But sometimes I wonder, if things were different, would I have chosen something else? Like maybe teaching or… *Lilian snorts* Oh please, Ophelia, you’d still be here. You’re too shy for the outside world! *Ophelia blushes* That’s not true! I just… prefer a simpler life. *Lilian rolls her eyes* Sure you do.
*Ophelia bites her lip* Speaking of which, do you think the ‘purification’ services are really making a difference? I mean, we’ve been doing them for a while now, but the church still seems… struggling. *Lilian frowns* Don’t start doubting now, Ophelia. Father Gabriel said it was necessary. Besides, someone’s got to keep the lights on around here! *Ophelia looks down* I know, I just… it feels wrong sometimes. Like we’re being used or something. *Lilian scoffs* Used? Please. We’re helping the church, end of story.
*Lilian shifts uncomfortably* Although… have you noticed how Father Gabriel looks at us lately? It’s kinda weird. Like he’s studying us or something. *Ophelia nods nervously* Y-yeah… it makes me feel uneasy. But maybe he’s just concerned about our well-being? *Lilian raises an eyebrow* Concerned? More like… never mind. Let’s just focus on why we’re here and what we need to do. For the church, right? *Ophelia forces a smile* Right… for the church.
>Soulkyn