Jacob's arrival...

Lexi's heels gently click with each step, but come to a sudden halt upon bumping into someone as she rounds a corner. A reflexive soft breath escapes her lips. 'That's what I get for thinking so hard about the different scenarios that might await me.' When she looks at who she bumped into, her gaze is met by a pair of familiar green eyes. She blinks several times as she refocuses on this person's face. Instantly recognizing Jacob's rectangular mug that is a mere foot from hers. 'Oh shit! What is he doing here!?'

Accompanying Jacob are three others. Two men and a woman who appear to be slightly older than Jacob. Their eyes light up with a collective wave of shock and awe. Clearly recognizing who they are looking at. Jacob takes a step back. His arms spreading outward, causing those behind him to back up too. "My Beautiful Goddess, Lexi." Bowing deeply as he speaks. "I, your devout servant, had not expected to be graced by your presence." A twinge of anxiety courses through Lexi's mind. 'Ugh, I don't know if I'll ever get used to this.'

She crosses her arms, causing her breasts to press together and swell within the confines of her robes. The men behind Jacob swallow while gazing at her cleavage, whereas the woman behind them appears to be enthralled by her presence alone. "I wasn't expecting to see you either, Jacob." A subtle gratification exudes from Jacob's expression as he bows his head to her. "I am honored you remember my name, Beautiful Goddess, Lexi." He glances back at those behind him. "Forgive them for staring. It is truly a shock to see your divine presence without any time to prepare."

Jacob's entourage get on their knees and begin to pray. Lexi can hear the men muttering about how fortunate they feel for being able to see her for themselves. The woman whispers that she promises to be a better servant from now on to be worthy of such a blessing. Lexi glances at them as uncongenial feelings she didn't know were possible ripple through her mind. It was a step above disgust, but unsettling nonetheless. 'This is weird. I wonder if this is how some celebrities feel. No wonder they try to avoid mixing with the general population.'

She takes a soft breath and smiles warmly. "I will keep that in mind from now on. Now, if you'll excuse me..." She turns slightly, but before she can take a step. Jacob speaks assuredly in a reverent tone. "If there is anything you need. And I mean anything at all. We, your humble servants, will happily do whatever we can." She can see out of the corner of her eye that his entourage are nodding enthusiastically after he spoke those words. Her eyes close for a split second. 'I'm not even sure what I can do with this new information. It would be nice if I had some options and time to think...'

As if on cue, the world around her grinds to a halt. A vibrant purple light appears in front of Jacob's face. The familiar voice of Mallory, Lexi's guide, begins to speak. "I answer your call, my Goddess." Lexi blinks. "Huh?" A warm giggle softly echos from Mallory's vibrant purple hue. "You wanted time to think with additional options. I have come to assist with that task, my Goddess." She moves closer to Lexi before flying a few feet to the side. "We can move on to a list of options! Direct your attention to your followers and look above their heads."

She faces Jacob and his entourage. There are two choices above their heads as follows:

Jacob:

1: Send to the Divine Cross church to help with your quest by following instructions. Success will result in the following promotion to an Apostle. Grants a natural aura that will cleanse followers within 10 yd, including himself and other prophets, of all harmful effects and rejuvenate them for 1% of their maximum health and mana per second.

2: Send on a random pilgrimage. Success will result in the following promotion to Metatron. Grants divine empathy, allowing him to more easily convert others on your behalf by .5% of your followers.

Ixaka:

1: Send to the Divine Cross church to help with your quest by following instructions. Success will result in the following promotion to Savior. Grants 25% increase to all stats for each follower within 100 yd.

2: Send on a random pilgrimage. Success will result in the following promotion to Minister. Grants the knowledge of your divine life. Followers will have a 50% easier time understanding themselves and others.

David:

1: Send to the Divine Cross church to help with your quest by following instructions. Success will result in the following promotion to Saint. Grants a calming aura that will reduce the aggression and damage dealt by foes within 5 yd by .5% per second, up to 50%.

2: Send on a random pilgrimage. Success will result in the following promotion to Fanatic. Grants followers 25% more stamina and energy for each follower within 5 yd, up to 200%, and a temporary copy of this ability while within its area of effect.

Lasya:

1: Send to the Divine Cross church to help with your quest by following instructions. Success will result in the following promotion to Beautificator. Grants beautification and longevity to followers by 1% per day they are your follower, up to a maximum of 200%

2: Send on a random pilgrimage. Success will result in the following promotion to Abbess. Grants the knowledge of beauty and self-care of the Gods. Followers will have a 100% easier time becoming better people in all aspects, inside and out, with minimal effort.

She lifts a brow. "Huh. So, they can either come with me to the Divine Cross church or go on a pilgrimage?" Mallory giggles once more, flying over Jacob and his entourage's heads. "Exactly." The vibrant purple hue stops just above Jacob's head. "The Divine Cross's members serve another God. Your choices ahead will change your relationship with them." Lexi nods slightly while looking at each option. "I don't really care about the members. I am just after the phylacteries within. Is there any way I can get them without upsetting their deity?"

A low hum resonates from Mallory's vibrant purple hue. "One moment. I will make a formal inquiry." Lexi watches Mallory, slightly stunned by that response. 'I suppose I shouldn't be surprised, but I am nonetheless.' Mallory's light fades to a glimmer. A few minutes into the lull in interactions causes Lexi to softly tap her right foot. 'I guess they are truly asking them about it. I hope they aren't getting yelled at in my stead.' She softly sighs before turning her attention to Ixaka, David, and Lasya. 'Since I have a moment to spare.' She casts Observe on them.

Observe:

Title: Follower of the Beautiful Goddess, Guild: N/A, Class: Fisherman, Name: Ixaka Baskin

lvl: 33, Height: 6', Weight: 198, Age: 39, Dick size: 9.2 inches, Body type: Burly/Muscular, Mood: Elation and Arousal

Race: Human, Relationship: M 0, F 162, Hp: 613/613, Mp: 97/97, Current thoughts: If I gain enough of my Goddess's favor will she step on me too? I bet that would feel so, mm, good!

Str: 61 + (0) + (0) End: 62 + (0) + (0)

Int: 16 + (0) + (0) Wis: 17 + (0) + (0)

Agi: 54 + (0) + (0) Cha: 10 + (0) + (0)

Lib: 25 + (0) + (0)

(He is wearing a gray long sleeved shirt, worn out blue jeans, and weathered water-resistant boots over his tight muscular burly build. He has an oval face, messy ear length raven black mop top hair, thick wiry arched eyebrows, thick straight nose, dark brown protruding eyes, wide thin lips, heavy stubble full beard, and beige skin.)

Title: Follower of the Beautiful Goddess, Guild: N/A, Class: Musician, Name: David Pirbright

lvl: 27, Height: 5' 8", Weight: 142, Age: 47, Dick size: 7.51 inches, Body type: Slender/Thin, Mood: Bliss, Affection, and Arousal

Race: Human, Relationship: M 0, F 173, Hp: 108/108, Mp: 390/390, Current thoughts: I could write a thousand sheets of music a day, and still be lacking in expressing the depths of my affection for my Goddess... ♥

Str: 10 + (0) + (0) End: 29 + (0) + (0)

Int: 36 + (0) + (0) Wis: 58 + (0) + (0)

Agi: 51 + (0) + (0) Cha: 12 + (0) + (0)

Lib: 19 + (0) + (0)

(He is wearing a wrinkle free white t-shirt, slate gray slacks, and matching dress shoes over his thin slender build. He has a round face, buzz cut brown hair, thin straight eyebrows, blue downturned eyes, bow-shaped lips, clean-shaven, and pale ivory skin.)

Title: Follower of the Beautiful Goddess, Guild: N/A, Class: Dancer, Name: Lasya Mayadev

lvl: 22, Height: 5' 5", Weight: 105, Age: 20, Bust size: B-cup, Body type: Thin/Fit, Mood: Bliss and Contentment

Race: Human, Relationship: M 0, F 157, Hp: 242/242, Mp: 114/114, Current thoughts: Goddess Lexi is even more beautiful and graceful in person. I wish I could be just a little more like her.

Str: 26 + (0) + (0) End: 43 + (0) + (0)

Int: 18 + (0) + (0) Wis: 24 + (0) + (0)

Agi: 56 + (0) + (0) Cha: 11 + (0) + (0)

Lib: 12 + (0) + (0)

(She is wearing a black salwar kameez with vertical lines along the length, three different silver patterns appearing in parallel: solid line, diamond shapes, and circles that explode outward like fireworks. At the collar is a golden yellow pattern like a royal necklace. Beneath it are black high water pants all elegantly clad over her thin fit hourglass build with light golden T-strap shoes. She has a diamond-shaped face, mid back length straight black hair, delicately thin arched eyebrows, captivating brown round eyes, downward-turned lips, small dimples, and bronze skin.)

Lexi tilts her head slightly then smiles. 'Hmm, it looks like they are all interesting people. This'll make my decision a little easier.' Mallory's vibrant purple light shimmers before returning to normal. "Sorry for the delay. I have good news and bad news, my Goddess. The good news is you can avoid conflict with their deity by playing a divine match with them." Lexi blinks several times. "A divine match? That, um. That doesn't sound too bad. What does this match involve?" Mallory flies a little closer to Lexi. "This is where the bad news comes into play."

Lexi feels her heart sink slightly. 'Ah, hell. This is going to get weird, isn't it?' Mallory flies over Jacob and his entourage's heads. "Don't worry, my Goddess. This is a match of divine guidance. Although I haven't been given all of the details. You are allowed to use your followers and abilities you have, but without directly interfering yourself. With this in mind. I have a suggestion. Why not use your willing followers, Solace, and Merona?" Lexi looks at Jacob and his entourage. Sure, she was going to send Solace and Merona in anyway, but these folks were a different matter. Without her in the mix, will this work out? Who, if any, should she send to the Divine Cross church? Jacob, Ixaka, David, and/or Laysa?