You were the one who threatened us with an Inquisitor," the Bishop reminded him. With a smile.The Speaker's smile was just as chilly. "And you're the one who told the people I was Satan and they shouldn't talk to me.
The conversation between the Bishop and the Speaker reveals a tension rooted in their conflicting roles within the community. The Bishop accuses the Speaker of threats related to an Inquisitor, emphasizing the power dynamics at play. The Bishop's reminder serves to underscore how he sees his position as one of authority, yet it places him in an uneasy light.
In response, the Speaker's cold smile highlights his awareness of the Bishop's...