Here, the priests and priestesses held celibacy as a sacred vow. I was not entirely certain whether the same custom applied back on Earth, given how many different religions thrived there. But from what I did know, most priests there also honored celibacy, committing themselves fully to their faith.
"She is studying priesthood now, correct?" Titania asked, her voice calm yet tinged with a slight hint of sympathy. "I suppose there is not much you can do about it. If becoming a priestess is truly her dream, then even if you both love each other deeply... some things cannot be changed."
"Which is exactly why I am not actively seeking her out," I said, my tone steady but heavy with resignation. "Considering that I, too, have a dream I wish to pursue, I cannot, in good conscience, tell her to abandon hers simply to be with me."
"That is the right decision. It is better that way—for both your sakes," she said, her lips curving into a soft smile.
