When Virgil left, Gulveig felt less constrained. Still slightly intoxicated by his recent presence, but gradually the feeling was fading.
"Five minutes, a normal swim."
But then the Temple appeared.
-- The local church was built by the baron himself, -- Vegi smiled pleasantly. -- It was on March 31st... -- Hmm, the interesting thing about the date was that it coincided with the birthday of the beloved Almandina, but in what year was the priestess born? And how old is she now? -- Seven hundred and fifty... of the ninth year! -- the crisis passed.
-- The first thing that catches the eye in the temple is the shape of the dome, the symbolism of the Mother in the form of hearts here, here, and here, and I used to be very afraid of this gargoyle... Inside there are several halls for prayer, music, and education. The priestess often works here with children, especially with her own students who have decided to study music. And, of course, there is a library, and in it are books about the currently living Valkyries and Queen Reginleiva. Hmm, why am I telling you all this outside... Shall we go inside?
— Gulveig, hello! — She waved to her, and only then noticed the unfamiliar face and quickly changed her tone to a more formal one. — Almandina Arcadia, a humble servant of the Goddess of Love, at your service. Welcome to the house of Arteria.
— Theodahad Bors, captain of the third squad of knights of the Order of Arteria. — Introducing himself, he bowed politely. — It is an honor to meet you.
— O... How unexpected. You must have traveled a long way. To be honest, you two are quite an unusual combination, can you tell me how you know each other?