Chapter 3: Inside the Temple
The fire attracted a lot of attention. But not enough to divert the stream of people going into the temple. Its massive doors were already open.
Hex left Gorge at the inn and walked towards the massive archway entrance of the temple. The building was spherical but with half of it submerged in the ground.
The entrance was engraved with many figures and symbols, which were painted with gold. Hex caressed them, reminiscing about the years he spent cleaning these things.
Life in the cloister was not free. He had to do all kinds of chores and still actively participate in the classes.
"Hex?"
Hex turned to look at the person calling him softly. She was a red-haired girl, with big light brown eyes. She was rather petite and clad in a short robe and sandals. Her eyes were wide open and a warm smile hung on her lips.
"Allie, time seems to have frozen for you. You still look like a child." Hex said, sounding happy. He even walked towards her with his arms wide open, obviously wanting to hug her.
"And you are still as irritating as then," Allie scowled at him. She slapped his hands away, annoyed and amused by his antics. It was as if he was still the annoying pest from six years ago.
"Ouch. Please be aware of your strength, lady Blessed Squire," he said in mock fear. Allie just rolled her eyes and walked in. Hex naturally caught up and walked with her.
The inner building of the Temple had remained the same. Large murals decorated the walls and the dome. The wooden benches were still placed in a semicircle, with an open area in the middle, towards the front.
The benches were already filled with people who were either participating or witnessing the ritual. Hex noticed five people standing in the open area, three he already knew.