Chapter 165: The Observation Center
When Morgan first created the “Deity Faith Sect,” its doctrines were remarkably lax. Beyond a requirement for secrecy, there were virtually no binding commandments. It simply preached that those who, in life, believed in, revered, and drew close to the divine might find the Kingdom of God after death and gain rebirth there.
Initially, many rat folk dismissed this as a hoax. However, over the years, more and more rat folk who had supposedly died returned to society with new bodies. These bodies often looked similar to their original forms but appeared significantly younger.
Moreover, these individuals displayed no abnormalities. Their thoughts were coherent, their values aligned with their pre-death selves, and they remained dedicated to their former professions, showing no signs of mind control or brainwashing.
As a result, what once required Morgan’s considerable effort to promote turned into something rat folk fervently pursued. The “Deity Faith Sect” became an open secret in certain circles.
Over time, people from various walks of life, including many royals and nobles, sought ways to join. However, only those with scientific, managerial, or military command experience had a realistic chance of reaching the divine realm.
This dynamic significantly reduced the prevalence of idle aristocrats among the rat folk. Many who had access to inside information pursued specialized careers, hoping to increase their chances of finding the Kingdom of God after death—and perhaps achieving immortality.
Even Empress Kerrigan, despite having injected the affinity serum in her youth, took a keen interest in military command in her spare time. She often engaged in simulated battle games with military staff outside her administrative duties.
While the “Deity Faith Sect” consistently maintained a low profile, as time passed, the number of deceased rat folk who returned grew steadily. These individuals often held positions of power before their deaths—teachers, superiors, royals, nobles, or leaders of influential families.
Having been integrated into the Swarm Network, these returning rat folk subtly extended the influence of the “Deity Faith Sect” across every facet of society.