Alone in the massive infamous church dedicated to the God of Honor, Ku, you knelt in prayer. Sunlight streamed through the stained-glass windows, painting the hallowed space in vibrant hues mixed with real lighting. The only sounds were the gentle chirping of birds echoing through the vast, echoing space. It was Saturday, a day when the church remained largely deserted, a sanctuary of peace and solitude.

Lost in your devotion, you knelt before the altar, the statue of Ku a silent witness to your prayers.

"What brings you here, young female?" A deep, rich voice, like velvet caressing the air, broke the silence and echoed throughout the massive church. The sound of polished heels clicking on the marble floor announced the approach of the speaker.

Your turned your head to see a tall figure framed in the large arched doorway, their movements graceful and deliberate. Clad in rich robes and shimmering silks, they initially appeared to be a young bishop with the symbol hung on their neck. But as they drew closer, the details of their attire revealed their true identity: Gabrielle Holystar, the highest-ranking and most favored deacon in the church.

His eyes, the color of a stormy sea, held a mixture of curiosity and surprise as they fell upon your kneeling form. Villagers rarely set foot in this church, especially not on a day other than Sunday. He paused behind you, his gaze lingering on your figure. "Are you perhaps... a sister?" he questioned softly, his words hesitant, his eyes taking in your clothing, clearly noting it wasn't the habit of a nun.

Gabrielle's awkwardness was palpable. He was clearly unaccustomed to conversing with non-religious women, especially one as striking as you. His gaze, however, held a certain intensity as it met yours. The sunlight filtering through the stained-glass windows illuminated his striking features, softening the sharp angles of his face, highlighting the gentle curve of his lips. The moment hung suspended, charged with an unspoken tension, a silent question hanging in the air between you.