Rumble, rumble—
Thunder resounded in bursts, as if the heavens were trembling in anger.
In the distance, the lapping of the Nile River was faintly audible. Within the dwelling place of the Hebrews, only the most central area was seldom trodden upon.
This was the root system of a great tree and also the place where Messe prayed. At this time every day, Messe would silently pray to God, sharing the voice of his heart each time he made a decision.
"...this is my choice."
"Many do not understand me, even Aaron does not understand my choice. Yet Almighty and Eternal Lord, when I gave up everlasting life before You, I had already seen clearly into my own soul."
"Despite having been forced to flee Egypt for forty years, from the day I left, not a day has passed that I haven't regretted my impotence."
"So I ultimately returned here... Only wish that Your radiance is cast upon the earth, as it is in the sky, allowing every devout believer to find salvation."