Chapter 35: The Inquisitor of the Sun God (3)
“Aren’t you uncomfortable?” Aquaz asked.
“What do you mean?” Ketal replied.
“Our god will be watching you.” “Why would that be uncomfortable?” Ketal asked with a curious tone. “I have nothing to hide. I have no shame.”
After all, he hadn’t told a single lie. Even if bound by divine rules, it posed no disadvantage to him.
To put it simply, it’s just like a lie detector, isn’t it? Ketal thought.
There was no need to overthink it. On the contrary, it was intriguing for him. Unlike the lie detectors of the real world where he was from, this one was flawless, free from any margin of error. It was nothing short of fascinating.
However, Aquaz felt differently. In this world, the concept of being watched by a god held profound significance. It meant being exposed entirely to a towering, transcendent being—laying bare every hidden corner of oneself. It was akin to a confessional. Those with even a sliver of shame in their lives would instinctively recoil at the idea.
However, the barbarian before her boldly claimed otherwise. He said he was unashamed. He said he had no regrets, no guilt.
Ketal’s declaration meant that he believed he had lived a life so upright that even if he were to stand before the divine, he would have no cause for shame.
Aquaz wondered how many could make such a claim. Even the most devout believers often trembled under the gaze of the gods. Aquaz was overwhelmed with awe. She began to question whether the being standing before her was truly a barbarian. His composure seemed almost saintly.
“You are... remarkable,” she said.