Aurora's expression grew complicated.
Dekan had just offered her an olive branch.
But it might have been thrown straight out of hell...
The Happy Church's doctrine sounded even more twisted than the Resurrection Church's.
At least the Resurrection Church was more straightforward.
Dekan snapped his fingers. Cornelia quickly unlocked Aurora's handcuffs and handed her a cup of warm fruit tea.
"Miss Aurora, take all the time you need to think it over. If you have any concerns, feel free to bring them up. I sincerely want you to become one of us."
"According to your testimony, you never truly believed in the Resurrection Church's doctrine, nor have you committed any unforgivable crimes."
"So I want to give you a chance to redeem yourself."
Dekan's tone suddenly became much more courteous, making Aurora feel thoroughly ill at ease.
She didn't dare touch the tea, either.
Dekan might seem gentle now.
But who knew how cruel he'd be if he suddenly turned on her?
"Would becoming one of you come with any restrictions... or a price?"
Aurora seemed to steel herself. With her fists clenched, she asked timidly.
"There are no restrictions. You'll get a base salary, and completing missions will earn you additional rewards."
"For example, I can make cards for you myself. Once you've contributed enough, you might even get our pope—my teacher—to make cards for you."
"Also, we have strict standards for overtime pay and retirement benefits. We'll never shortchange any member. As for the specifics..."
Dekan's words made Aurora's eyelashes twitch.
Was this really a cult?
They were so legitimate?
They were practically a model employer!
They even had a top-tier Card Crafter on staff...
And even more frightening... what level of being was this "pope" who had taught Dekan?
Her breathing grew a little rapid. She shook