Canoness Preceptor Aseya, accompanied by three Sisters of Battle guards, donned white Power Armor, armed themselves with Bolt Pistols and Power Swords, boarded a Shuttle, and prepared to personally investigate the surface.
They went straight to the Psychic Church, the Imperial Cult Spire of Agricultural World 496B.
After the Shuttle landed, The Devout One came to receive them with his disciple, Theresa, the chief canoness of Planet 496B.
The Shuttle's rear hatch opened, and the Sisters of Battle filed out. The Devout One stepped forward and said:
"Devout servants of the God-Emperor, Planet 496B welcomes your arrival. You have made this world's faith all the purer."
Canoness Preceptor Aseya had reviewed the planet's records and knew that this was The Devout One, a man who had once invoked a small-scale miracle of the God-Emperor. She therefore showed him the respect he deserved.
"Honored Devout One, your piety resounds throughout the sector. It is because of your steadfastness that the God-Emperor's glory can shine equally upon every world."
The Devout One smiled, then introduced his disciple to the Sisters of Battle.
"This is my disciple, Theresa, and also the chief canoness of Planet 496B.
"I am already old and lack the energy I once had. Let your sister receive you for the matters ahead."
The Devout One wanted Theresa to gradually inherit his mantle, so whenever there was anything to be done, he had her handle it herself.
Having said that, The Devout One took his leave, leaving only Theresa and several Sisters of Battle at the scene.
Theresa led the way and said to the Sisters of Battle:
"Sisters, I already know why you have come. Please follow me."
The Sisters of Battle followed her toward the heart of the Psychic Church. Along the way, Canoness Preceptor Aseya asked:
"Sister