Vanessa and Lillian's conversation went on for a long time.
By the time she came out, the Courtyard outside was already bustling with activity.
The Courtyard had now undergone a complete renovation.
Previously, the only building in the Courtyard had been the towering Palace Hall, with a side hall added only after Victoria arrived.
Now, however, it was completely different.
The Palace Hall belonging to the Communion's believers had been preserved, standing at the very center of the Courtyard.
The Communion's main activities took place here, and this was also where the believers woke up.
An entire garden stretched out before the Palace Hall, its fountain burbling beneath the moonlight as flowers bloomed quietly.
Flora had been put in charge of tending this place, and she lived here too.
Ever since her heart had emptied, Flora had been subdued in every way, but when she saw the garden blooming quietly at night, a faint smile still appeared on her face.
Clearly, she liked it here very much.
Farther out stood a High Tower that soared into the clouds, built of white stone, with a wooden staircase spiraling upward inside.
This was Lillian's residence.
The High Tower stood some distance from both the garden and the Palace Hall.
Elliot still did not particularly trust Lillian. Although he had successfully fooled her by posing as a Great Being, he was not about to let his guard down.
She was far too powerful for the Communion. Even if she were merely testing them, the believers might not be able to withstand it.
Although the High Tower was somewhat out of the way, it was tall enough to offer a good view.
If anyone invaded the Courtyard, the High Tower would be able to spot the enemy immediately and give advance warning.
Facing the