"Why is it only you who hears the voice of God?"

"Why does He only speak to you?"

"Why?"

Favie’s thoughts spun in a whirlpool of envy as she stared at Lucy. The girl in front of her had the direct favor of Armathi, the God they both served, yet it was Lucy who received His voice and guidance—while Favie, who had devoted her life to piety, heard nothing.

It wasn’t fair. No matter how much she tried to understand, she couldn’t.

Favie had lived her entire life with care, each step meant to please Him. She'd been diligent, obedient, …