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Apr 3, 2020 15:48:18 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Apr 3, 2020 15:48:18 GMT -5
Anton sat in an office in the church. "...Of course..." He muttered on the phone. He then placed his robes on, and walking through the aisles to greet the congregation. The translator on the podium told them they were honored to have Father Anton Weiss as their speaker for the coming months. Anton smiled warmly at the people, and took his place at the podium.
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Apr 3, 2020 16:15:23 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Apr 3, 2020 16:15:23 GMT -5
On the very next day, Lei found himself attending a church service with Elise, Shun, and Giorgio. He dressed up in his best outfit as Elise did the same. The family entered the building as Elise then declared, "When we have our wedding, I want it at a Cathedral like this one."
Lei nods.
The group found a pew, taking a seat at the aisle, facing the door. He had a bad feeling about this.
Elise was proudly showing her baby bump as Lei was quite confused by this. Elise had explained that she went back to church, as a way to comfort her... And help her feel safe. After all churches are supposed to be a sanctuary, but Lei never felt safe in a church. He had nothing against religion... He's just used to investigating bombings, and killings, and massacres that happens at a church.
Surely, he's wrong and he's just being paranoid.
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Apr 3, 2020 17:43:50 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Apr 3, 2020 17:43:50 GMT -5
"Hello, Congregation of St. Mary's in Tokyo... I am Father Anton." He smiled. "The devastation that the war has brought on you and your people, has been tragic. I was moved by the lord to come here, to assist and bring faith whenever and wherever I can. I understand you are all going in on hard times, and I wish to ease your faith. The lord is with us all in these trying times..." He walked down into the aisle. He looked around at the congregation. He quickly sighted Elise and Lei. He smiled, walking towards their pew.
"Ma'am... I feel the lord wishes to tell you something..." He paused. "I will be offering private confessionals. Perhaps your family is going through a trying time with faith." He said to her.
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Apr 3, 2020 17:51:17 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Apr 3, 2020 17:51:17 GMT -5
The couple nodded in understanding.
"Yes... It's been tough times for us."
Lei bowed his head in respect to the pastor. If Elise needed to go to confession, it's fine. Because everyone needs to get something off their chest, but Lei still wanted to keep close watch of this.
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Apr 3, 2020 18:13:14 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Apr 3, 2020 18:13:14 GMT -5
Anton smiled, "Well... You are all free to stop by my office when the service is over..." He said, "Now... Father Zhao will finish the sermon. I look forward to speaking with all of yo-" Loudly, the doors to the church opened. In walked Claudio and Sorin, both dressed in white suits. Claudio sat next to Elise, and Sorin sat next to him. Claudio exchanged a glance with Anton, who gave a cool nod to the exorcist. Sorin crossed his legs, smiling at him with his blue eyes.
Anton took a seat at the front, watching the crowd. Sorin gave a small wave to Elise, and was unaware theyd run into them here.
Meanwhile.... Claudio and Anton locked eyes.
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Apr 3, 2020 18:27:10 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Apr 3, 2020 18:27:10 GMT -5
"We will, sir..."
Lei smiled as Sorin and Claudio both walked in. He looked at Elise in confusion.
"I didn't know that they were Catholics, too?"
Elise nods. "They are. Yes."
"Interesting..."
Shun waved at Sorin.
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Apr 3, 2020 18:47:15 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Apr 3, 2020 18:47:15 GMT -5
Sorin gave a small wave to Shun, giving him a wink. Claudio remained eyes locked with Anton. Claudio seemed to be struggling a little bit, taking Sorin's hand to mask the blue aura emanating from it. Anton, meanwhile, remained cool as a cucumber. Sorin concealed their hands, as to not draw attention. As the sermon went on, Claudio remained eyes locked with Anton. Once the sermon ended, Claudio got up and walked away. Sorin took a deep breath. "I'm actually not sure why he brought us to this particular church... But, it's pretty nevertheless."
Claudio returned, "Lei, come with me... Please. We need to talk outside." He said, as calmly as possible.
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Apr 3, 2020 19:24:42 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Apr 3, 2020 19:24:42 GMT -5
Once the sermon was over, Elise tells Lei that she is going to go to confession and Lei was going to follow her. But Claudio stopped him.
"Lei, come with me... Please. We need to talk outside."
"Okay... Um... Sorin, watch Elise and the kids for me, please!"
Lei then followed Claudio. "So, what's up? I'm sure you're not here for the sermon."
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Apr 3, 2020 20:51:02 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Apr 3, 2020 20:51:02 GMT -5
Sorin nodded, "Of course..." He picked up his baby brother, and cradled him while he went to play rock paper scissors with Shun. Claudio pulled Lei to just beyond the doors. "There is powerful, dark magic here..." He said to Lei. "But we cannot confront this man here... I wish I could elaborate more, but please... be very very careful of you you trust. Not even Sorin knows, I told him we came to see Elise..."
Meanwhile, when Elise walked into the office, Anton grinned. "Hello..!" He said, smiling. He took both her hands into his, and gave a small bow. "Welcome, welcome... What s your name?" He ushered her into a seat, "Tell me, what troubles you my dear?"
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Apr 3, 2020 21:00:49 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Apr 3, 2020 21:00:49 GMT -5
"There is powerful, dark magic here... But we cannot confront this man here... I wish I could elaborate more, but please... be very very careful of you you trust. Not even Sorin knows, I told him we came to see Elise..."
Lei nods. "Elise and I came here to look for answers... And well... Needless to say... I'm glad that my gut feeling is on point. Of course, I don't trust anyone. Never."
------------ Elise sat down in the chair, sighing quietly to herself.
"I'm Dr. Elise Kristovitch... And a lot has been going on for us... My husband and I."
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Apr 3, 2020 21:09:51 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Apr 3, 2020 21:09:51 GMT -5
Claudio nodded, "Not always a good trait, but in this case... It's a smart choice. My fears have been confirmed and this man is here in Japan. We need to find out if he is in current contact with Kazuya Mishima, because if he is... All may already be lost... The importance in here, is discretion. Obtain information, but don't let people know you are prying for information. As a cop, I figure you already understand this." He paused, "Will you assist me..?" He asked.
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Anton, "A pleasure Dr. Kristovich. Tell me, what is going on between you and your husband..?"
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Apr 3, 2020 21:24:21 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Apr 3, 2020 21:24:21 GMT -5
"Not always a good trait, but in this case... It's a smart choice. My fears have been confirmed and this man is here in Japan. We need to find out if he is in current contact with Kazuya Mishima, because if he is... All may already be lost... The importance in here, is discretion. Obtain information, but don't let people know you are prying for information. As a cop, I figure you already understand this."
"Of course! Of course! Yes... So... Kazuya's goons is part of this church. AHAH! I knew it wasn't safe here! Nowhere is safe..." Lei hissed a little.
"But of course, I'll definitely help you out..."
----------------- "Well, where do I begin? He was diagnosed with PTSD... And periodically his symptoms emerge... And lately.. it seems like he's... Not himself. His PTSD has taken over. I want him to go seek counseling... But he refuses help. And we're both expecting in about 7 and a half months..." Elise rubs her abdomen.
"I want what's best for our child. And I need strength to endure these dark troubling times we have..."
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Apr 3, 2020 21:42:59 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Apr 3, 2020 21:42:59 GMT -5
Anton's eyes peered on Elise's as she spoke of Lei's deteriorating mental health. "...As difficult as this may see Dr... Have you considered getting him professional medical help? The lord works in mysterious ways... Perhaps he is using you to get him the help he needs..." He clasped his hands together. "I can gather some asylums for you to look into for him... if it comes to that... But for now, let us pray for him..." He held his hands out, smiling at her.
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Claudio raised a brow, "...Are you sure you can handle it..? You seem... On edge..." He said.
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Apr 3, 2020 21:54:09 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Apr 3, 2020 21:54:09 GMT -5
Elise nods. "I think so, too. I think I was put on this Earth to help him. Realize that we can finally be happy together. I tried letting him come with me to my AA meetings, come with me when I see a therapist... But he always just goes to work."
"I can gather some asylums for you to look into for him... if it comes to that... But for now, let us pray for him..."
Elise nods as she bowed her head. Elise knew that Lei was going to turn out okay.
-------------- Lei laughed at Claudio's question. But eventually stopped when he realized that Claudio was serious. Lei then became serious as well.
"Yeah. I'm... 'fine' alright. I can handle it!" Lei said with airquotes. "Of course... I'm up to the task. I can protect everyone."
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Apr 3, 2020 22:04:22 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Apr 3, 2020 22:04:22 GMT -5
Anton bowed his head, taking her hands into his. "Lord... Hear our prayer. Please allow This woman's husband to find peace and mercy in your glorious light..." His then opened his eyes, focusing on Elise's subconscious mind as he spoke the prayer aloud. Their hands glowed a deep crimson, as he spoke to her inner self. '...You will have Lei Wulong committed into an insane asylum. It is what's best for him... You know he will never get better. You know that he will only continue to decay. This is the only answer.' "...In your glorious name, Amen..." Anton let Elise's hands go. He smiled at her. "If you have any questions, or concerns, or just need to pray... You know where to find me." Anton said, standing up. "It was a pleasure meeting you Dr. Kristovich..." He held the door open for her.
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Claudio looked him up and down, "I thought the same thing once..." He walked back into the cathedral...
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