A Light in the Darkness

[why_so_serious]

When he looked around, he noticed a tall man who had just entered the bar. A mysterious feeling surrounded him. The man closed his eyes, taking a deep breath. This movement surprised him... It was like the man could see, while his eyes were closed. Then, for a sudden moment, he had the impression the man was looking right into his mind, and after that, the man started walking towards him. Excitement flow through his body. The man who just entered the bar, knows something he could feel it. But what? He started to observe the newcomer.


Liam: Excuse me, may I sit here? *Points to the seat next to Barto*

Ramirez: No problem Amigo, as long as you dont make any troubles.

Liam: *To the bartender* Good day, I'd like two Zoner Lagers.

The bartender hands him the two drinks. Liam takes one of the drinks and offers it to Ramirez.

Liam: Have a drink. *Waits for his response*

Ramirez: Thanks. Very polite of you. So since you offer the drink I am here for the small talk, eh? I am Barto Ramirez, Freelancer. Well, then what brings you down in this part of space?

Liam: Surprisingly, you are what brings me here...*Takes a sip off his drink* The Divine seem to have a plan for you, and I have the feeling... You too are looking for something... maybe from them. Or for them.

Ramirez: Wait, wait. What?! Who are you and who is the Divine you just talked about? I am just some Freelancer who randomly found that bar.

Liam: *Makes a gesture to calm him down* Let me introduce myself. *Brings one of his hands to one of his pockets* I am Liam, one of the Exarchs of the Cult of Sirius. The Divine... are what people usually call... "Nomads". The Divine have told me you had a sort of encounter with them (Yes, they speak to me, and I speak to them). And also, I can feel something in you... We call it the "Call of the Lights". This means... there's a purpose for you... But before I tell you more, please, tell me more about yourself and that which is worrying you.

Ramirez: *Takes a deep breath* Well, lets do like you would really be the person you just described me. I had an encounter with "The Divine", or how you would call them. *Takes a long slug of his drink* I dont think you know what I am talking about when I say: They touched my innermost part of mind. I for myself cant even believe in. They showed me the right way. To be honest whole sirius is one war field. The space is full of hate and evilness. You know I am a former member of the famous Reapers of Sirius. Elite fighters. One doesn't simply leave such a group, when you know what I mean. It usually ends with your dead. But I did it. And I did it for a might I dont understand, for something i just met. I am full of doubts. *Makes a little break* Well, I have no idea if you are the man I hope you are, but I have lost everything and I need... I demand answers. What are "The Divine"? How can I contact them? That and thousand questions more. It's like my brain would explode... *he pauses*

Liam: *Signs Ramirez to stop* You have been enlightened. The Divine have let you see the horrors and the sins of mankind. I may have the answers for all your questions. I can't yet tell you all, though. The Divine are superior beings, for they are as one, a large consciousness. There is no such thing as hate among them. They never fight each other. And they never die. Those are qualities we constantly seek, but that have been forbidden to us, because mankind carries a poison... the ego. Now, I can help you contact them, but not everyone is prepared for that. What you experienced was something very powerful, only strong minds can survive. It had the right effect on you: Now you see the evil of mankind, and you seek for answers. If you want to serve the Divine and join the Cult... We may have the answers to the questions you have... and maybe more.

Ramirez: *Shakes his head* I don't think i understand everything yet. However it seems you are telling the truth. *Calms down a bit* Do you know what they did with me? As you may know already I am not the man of words unlike you. I don't know what I would ask them.You told me something about "Joining the cult to seek for answers" I am afraid Which cult do you exactly mean? You see. I have many questions.

Liam: The Cult of Sirius. We are an arm of believers in the gift of the Divine, the use and spread of the Orange Dream as mean to save mankind from its self-destruction and approach to divinity. We aid the Divine to reach whatever goal is in their will, and spread the Orange Dream and the Gospel of the Divine across Sirius.
As for what they did to you, for now I can tell you they "sang" for you.

Ramirez: Fine. What will be the next step. I trust you. I have to trust you... How can i get into contact with The Divine? I have got another question. The cult your was talking about the cult you are a part of. The Cult of Sirius. Do they have constantly contact with The Divine?

Liam: Yes we do. We're closer than any other group to them... And to contact the Divine, there are two ways. One of them, is "random" chance (which is never random, as it is in the Divine's will). The other one is joining us. But tell me, what do you seek? Answers? Salvation? *Makes a pause* Both perhaps?

Ramirez: To be honest. I am seeking for both. Well, joining you actually doesn't sound like a bad idea but isn't there any other chance? I was a proud warrior once. I am sure The Divine chose me for my special abilities... I could fulfill some quests.. It might sound naive but everyone has his own way of life.

Liam: The Cult is a place for all kinds of people. Farmers, traders, and even warriors are useful to the cause. As a warrior... there may be a special place for you... But I can't disclose more. But I assure you, if you are used to fights, as a fighter you can remain.

*reserved*

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They see me fightin', they hatin'

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