Was it just coincidence that they sat together, hidden behind their respective coverings?
It seemed almost too improbable, yet neither seemed to be aware of the other’s presence, leaving me unsure.
Regardless, I began the inaugural service. I intended to keep it brief but impactful.
“Thank you all for coming, everyone. Ahem! I’m not very good at sermons.”
Taking a deep breath, I raised my voice with fervor.
“God loves each and every one of you! You must believe in God wholeheartedly! May God’s blessings be with you, eternally! Now, may peace reign in your homes, and may all your endeavors prosper!”
And that was it.
I glanced around the crowd. Everyone was staring at me with wide eyes, utterly silent.
There was a long stretch of non-reaction, but I trusted in the power of my sermon.
After all, the Divine Word’s costume set that I wore tripled my charm, elegance, dignity, and charisma.
Plus, the description of the costume even stated:
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