A Real Angel, a Fake Angel...?

As soon as the lights in the chapel went out, the people's murmuring died down.

Before long, the chapel grew so quiet that even the sound of someone coughing seemed loud.

―……

A distinctive crackling sound came from the speakers, and the lights over the platform came on.

"Welcome, faithful believers, to our Sunday service. On this special day when the Angel has descended, I am truly delighted that we can share in this glory. May you welcome the Angel today and receive forgiveness for all your sins."

When the pleasant-looking man standing before the platform prompted them, everyone answered with an amen.

Hearing their answer, the man smiled in satisfaction and nodded.

"Good. Then everyone, please stand and pray."

As everyone rose with a clatter, I glanced around, then looked to Seo-ah and said,

"We should stand too, right...?"...