第3章 《祭祀》 (第2/3页)
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o honor our supreme deity.
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And I am the sole priestess in this ritual.
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dressed in the intricate vestments of a priestess, I board the palanquin bound for the temple under my mother's worried gaze. before departing, I follow the old customs of the family and bestow the priestess's blessing upon the unborn child in my mother's womb.
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the temple is built atop a mountain, and the palanquin stops at the foot of the hill. with a devout heart, I ascend the stairs leading to the temple one step at a time.
the path is long, and the ceremonial robes feel exceedingly heavy, yet I do not sense the expected weariness.
From birth, I was taught to shoulder the responsibilities of a priestess.
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Upon reaching the temple, I see everyone brimming with hope, tears welling in their eyes. they retreat naturally behind me, igniting the candle in my hand. I understand that the path ahead is mine alone to tread, for no one