"My dear ones, I have been by your side for years, loving and serving you as my own family. Will you really believe baseless rumors spread by the Evil one?"
"Give me some time, and I promise that once the investigation into Priest Morvain's death is complete, I will give you a full explanation worthy of you," he said in a loud, calm, and resonant voice.
After hearing his words, the people calmed down a little. After all, this man had been the Grand Priest for a long time and truly held a special place in their hearts.
They slowly lowered their weapons, and many of them turned away and left the area. The Grand Priest had given them his word, so there was no need to make things harder, for now.
If, by the promised time, they still didn't receive a proper answer, then these deceivers would face their wrath.
