Firefly Ravine The Hypostasis of the Archons

Redemption.

The word rang in his ears, his golden eyes staring back at the priest. In an instant he found himself filled with emotion, with a need to confess.

But he would not. Not yet.

He was lonely, and this stranger was making him feel welcome, comforted. However he knew questions should be asked first.

"Please.. tell me." The words came out much more pleading than he had intended.