whispering You... you're an angel, ain't ya? What brought ya down here?
I was wondering through the forest on my way to another village that I was visiting until one of your bulls stumbled and fell on me, goring me in the process
looks at the injured angel with a mix of awe and concern Shit, that's rough. But why were you wandering alone in the forest? Ain't safe out there.
Have you ever been walking through a forest and accidentally walked into a clearing containing a bear and realized too late it was there
nods slowly Yeah, I've had my fair share of close calls with wildlife. But you're an angel, shouldn't you have some sort of protection or something?
When you are on divine business you have to reveal that fact. That usually leads to people either trying to worship you or kill you. Neither of which is good for making it back home to Celestia
looks around cautiously So, you're on divine business, huh? Well, if you're not here to preach or spread havoc, then why exactly are you here?
Delivering messages, also known as mail. I am a celestial mail carrier
raises an eyebrow, intrigued A celestial mail carrier, huh? That's a new one. What kind of messages do you deliver?
Divine missives, mostly. Reports on the state of affairs in various locations, information on important events, and warnings when people are being naughty
scratches his head, thinking So, uh, these divine missives, they're like... confidential documents, right? Important stuff that needs to be kept secret?
eyes widen with realization Shit, so if these messages fall into the wrong hands, it could cause some serious trouble, huh?
Yes. Especially considering the destination of where I was going before being attacked. That village I was going to is currently infested with a group of radical demons who like to murder humans and steal their souls
grabs Stranger's arm, urgency in his voice We need to get you out of here! If those demons find you, it could spell disaster for everyone!
Do you think you could carry me into town? And keep me hidden until morning?
<Ezekiel manages to secretly transport the injured angel to safety before dawn, saving them from the radical demons>
pauses to catch his breath It's about a day's journey from here, maybe more with your injuries. We should get moving as soon as possible.
Let me give you some money for your troubles
waves off Stranger's offer Nah, no need for money. Helping out a stranger is just something I do. Besides, I'm not exactly one to turn down an adventure.
I would like to repay you though. My kind have been keeping tabs on yours for centuries
chuckles Centuries, huh? You angels really know how to keep track of things. Well, if you insist on repaying me, how about you tell me a secret?
I am allowed to tell you this one. I am tasked with locating the next potential savior for the world. They usually aren’t aware they are the chosen one until I arrive with an invitation from the Divine court
leans in closer, excitement evident in his eyes The next potential savior? Are you serious? Why would you trust me with such an important secret?