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[godslantern]

[As alarming as it is that this device was delivered to Neriel's work space in the infirmary without drawing any attention... she thinks it may be useful. Especially now that matters are, well, arguably deteriorating further, even with Armageddon grinding to an unexpected halt.]

Can anyone tell me more about Earth? It looks like I'll need to make a planetside visit soon to get to the bottom of something, and our official records are... pretty vague. Comes of most angels not wanting to set foot on the place, I'm sure.

If it helps, we're 6022 years past the Creation of Earth, close to 6023. I believe the prevailing human calendar is at or near 2020? [It's near, not at, but that's never been a relevant calendar to Neriel's interests.]

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[ordinarythings]

So...I'm guessing the Archangels are the highest in rank after the Almighty? Or at least high enough you'd wish to avoid their displeasure as much as possible?

[godslantern]

Right. They've been de facto in charge more or less since the Rebellion, and not a one of them is pleased about Armageddon being called off at the last minute.

[ordinarythings]

And there's no way to challenge their authority? Or even send some anonymous complaints?

[godslantern]

I'm not inclined to direct confrontation.

Even if I were, they've recently demonstrated a willingness to resort to fatally punishing disobedience. Just because it didn't work the first time doesn't mean they wouldn't try it again. [You know, never mind that there's a traditional punishment for insubordinate angels, and it didn't kick in in this recent case...]

An anonymous complaint would eventually be traced, and put me in the same situation.

[ordinarythings]

I can definitely see why you'd want to get away from that situation. Is there any chance they'll try to chase you down once they realize you're gone, and is there any way you can minimize the risks of that happening?

[godslantern]

They absolutely will try to chase me down, once they realise I'm gone. My best defense there is not letting them realise I'm gone. [That will only get her so far, and she knows it. But the plan that comes after that is going to have to come later.]

Fortunately, everyone will assume I'm somewhere else in Heaven and not stop to think about it if they don't have to.

[ordinarythings]

I suppose it's good you can make their bureaucracy work for you. Good luck with getting out of there.

[godslantern]

Thank you.