Divine Journey

- What if we both pull on the ropes? - Reynold asked with a hint of doubt. He wasn't thrilled with the idea of self-sacrifice, but he also didn't expect such generosity from his neighbor. "What if I bend the bars? It's worth a try. But what was the point of that conversation about resilience? They clearly aren't just simple sadists. Down there, it might not even be acid, but some kind of magical concoction. Why else would they need to determine bravery and a willingness to sacrifice? They need a loyal soldier in their ranks. Damn, it's easier to break someone's mind than to figure out their true motives!"