Evelin stood outside the abandoned Golden Church.
Its golden walls were covered in dust and vines. Broken windows reflected the morning sunlight.
"This church was once a holy place," she whispered.
She pushed open the heavy doors and stepped inside.
The building was empty.
Cobwebs hung from the ceiling. The wooden benches were damaged. Yet despite its condition, she could still feel traces of God's presence.
"I want to reopen this church," Evelin said. "But I cannot do it alone."
She knelt and prayed.
"Oh God, please bless and protect me. I do not want to fall into evil. Show me what I should do."
A gentle peace filled her heart.
She rose to her feet with renewed determination.
"I must earn the trust of the people first."
Meanwhile, in Lucifer's palace...
Lucifer sat upon his dark throne, his crimson eyes burning with anger.
"God always interferes with my plans," he growled.
He summoned his loyal servant, Cassandra.
Cassandra was a cunning demon known for leading many souls into darkness through deception and temptation. Several angels who had come before Evelin had failed because of her schemes.
Soon another visitor entered.
Lilith approached the throne and handed Lucifer a scroll.
"The information you requested, my lord."
Lucifer opened it and began reading.
"Evelin..."
His expression became serious.
"One of Heaven's most trusted angels. Loyal. Pure-hearted. Dedicated to her mission. Stubborn enough to never give up."
He leaned back in his throne.
"This will not be easy."
His eyes narrowed.
"But every person has weaknesses."
Lucifer remembered his own past.
"Once, I was among Heaven's greatest angels. Then pride consumed me."
Hatred flashed across his face.
"I know how temptation works better than anyone."
He stood and walked toward a large window overlooking his kingdom.
The city below was filled with people struggling with fear, greed, anger, and hopelessness.
Every sinful thought strengthened his influence.
"The greatest lie I ever told," Lucifer said with a smile, "is convincing people that God would never forgive them."
Dark laughter echoed through the hall.
"As long as they believe that lie, they remain trapped.
Lucifer stood before the massive window of his dark palace, looking over the city below.
"Look at them," he said with a cruel smile.
"Once, these people were faithful. They were devoted to God. But now? They belong to me."
He spread his arms proudly.
"I built this kingdom from their weaknesses. Temptation, pride, greed, envy, hatred... all of them became my tools."
His eyes glowed with dark satisfaction.
"Do you know my greatest achievement?"
He turned toward Cassandra.
"I convinced people that God would never forgive them."
His laughter echoed throughout the throne room.
"Once they believe that lie, they stop seeking mercy. They stop fighting their sins. They surrender themselves willingly."
The darkness around him grew stronger.
"Earth is filled with fear, doubt, and temptation. As long as those things exist, my influence remains."
A cold laugh escaped Lucifer's lips as he gazed over his vast kingdom.
"They say Heaven is greater than Hell."
He shook his head and smiled.
"Yet every day, countless souls choose darkness over light."
His crimson eyes gleamed with satisfaction.
"Once, these people were faithful. They prayed. They worshipped. They devoted themselves to God."
He spread his arms toward the city below.
"Now look at them."
"Fear, greed, envy, pride, hatred... all of these became the foundations of my kingdom."
Lucifer laughed.
"And do you know my greatest achievement?"
He leaned forward on his throne.
"I convinced them that God would never forgive them."
His laughter echoed throughout the hall.
"Once they believe that lie, they stop seeking mercy. They stop fighting their sins. They surrender willingly."
Dark energy swirled around him.
"Earth belongs to me because people's hearts are filled with temptation and doubt."
"So what if God imprisoned me here?"
"As long as darkness exists in the hearts of humanity, my influence remains."
His smile widened.
"Fools. All of them."
"They believe they are beyond redemption."
"They chain themselves far more effectively than I ever could."
Suddenly, his gaze fell upon a report lying on his desk.
He looked at Evelin's report once again.
"Evelin..."
One of Heaven's most trusted angels.
Pure-hearted.
Loyal.
Powerful.
Determined.
A worthy opponent.
"Compared to other supreme angels, her power is exceptional."
For a moment, Lucifer became thoughtful.
"Breaking her will won't be easy."
Then a confident smile appeared on his face.
"But every soul has a weakness."
He snapped his fingers, and his reflection appeared before him.
Within moments, his terrifying appearance vanished.
His dark wings disappeared.
His demonic aura faded.
In their place stood a handsome young man with a warm smile and gentle eyes.
The perfect disguise.
"No one understands temptation better than I do."
His smile widened.
"I don't need Evelin to trust me immediately."
He picked up his coat.
"I only need her to doubt herself."
The reflection smiled back at him.
"And once doubt enters her heart, the rest will follow."
Lucifer walked toward the palace gates.
"Sooner or later, Evelin, we will meet."
The shadows gathered around him.
"And when we do, we'll discover whether your faith is truly as strong as Heaven believes."
With that, the ruler of darkness stepped into the city and began his hunt.
Unaware of how close danger was, Evelin continued her mission at the abandoned Golden Church.
The first battle between light and darkness was about to begin.
The next morning, Lucifer prepared for his mission.
Since Evelin already knew his true identity, he needed a perfect disguise.
His new identity would be that of an ordinary neighbor—a kind, trustworthy young man whom anyone would gladly befriend.
Standing before a large mirror, Lucifer began his transformation.
First, he concealed his massive dark wings.
The black feathers dissolved into shadows and vanished completely.
Next, he changed his royal garments. His dark armor and crimson cloak disappeared, replaced by simple yet elegant clothing.
Finally, he hid his demonic aura and supernatural power.
Angels possessed the gift of discernment. Evelin could sense evil intentions and spiritual corruption.
"If she senses my true nature, my plan will fail," Lucifer thought.
Using ancient magic, he buried every trace of darkness deep within himself.
His terrifying presence vanished.
His red eyes became warm brown.
His cold expression softened into a gentle smile.
Even his voice changed, becoming calm and friendly.
Within moments, the feared ruler of darkness had completely disappeared.
In his place stood a handsome young man who appeared kind, humble, and trustworthy.
No ordinary person could have guessed who he truly was.
Lucifer examined his reflection and smiled.
"Perfect."
He adjusted his collar and looked toward the city.
"Now, Evelin..."
His smile widened slightly.
"Let's see whether Heaven's favorite angel can recognize the wolf beneath the sheep's clothing."
With that, he stepped out into the morning sunlight and began making his way toward the abandoned Golden Church.
Meanwhile, unaware of the danger approaching her, Evelin continued planning how she would reopen the church and restore faith to the people of Ange City.
Their first meeting was about to begin.
Far away, Evelin was gathering supplies to clean the church.
Neither of them realized that their first meeting was only hours away.
And when light and darkness finally met face to face, the true battle for Ange City would begin.
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