Could I Be a Bad Person?

In the Old Covenant Era, 1453, the youngest High Priest in history, Lorin, delivered an important speech.

“As followers of the Goddess, it’s all well and good to uphold justice and face the cultists openly and honorably…”

“But that’s an outdated way of thinking!”

“Just because we’re followers of the Goddess and messengers of justice and light, does that mean we can’t lower ourselves to deceive, ambush, and gang up on the cultists?”

“Someone asked, ‘High Priest, isn’t that a little despicable?’”

“I once heard that even lions on the grasslands have to give it their all when hunting rabbits. When facing vicious criminals, we should fight even harder to wipe them out and protect justice.”

“Whether they’re devious or honorable, any follower of the Goddess who can wipe out cultists is a good one!”

“Praise the Goddess!”

In the Old Covenant Era, 1454, Cardinal Pendragon of the Esoteric Church decided to pass a resolution.

“I’ve noticed that in recent years, the Orthodox Church has grown increasingly devious and shameless, straying onto the wrong path. They’re even using our own methods against us. I can’t imagine who’s been influencing them!”

“Why do they get to claim they stand for light and justice, while we of the Esoteric Church don’t?”

“For the sake of sustainable sacrifice, from now on we must maintain order in our parishes, ensure lasting peace and stability, protect the environment, and let the people live healthy, happy lives!”

“Praise the Mother Goddess!”

After the start of the New Covenant Era, Lorin Pendragon, now the Pope, faced a storm of scathing criticism without batting an eye, a smile on his face.

“After I’m gone, the cultists will build public canteens, clinics, and police stations for the people…”

“Does that really make me a bad person?”