(Andrew's point of view)
Another day and nothing has changed in my routine.Why would it even change?I am a priest and my routine is the same: pray,pray and pray.I love praying because no one can ever disturb me,even James Dudley,my best friend.Life has always been like this for me,i don't complain though because that's what i want.Sometimes i wonder what is the world of outside is like?Well i do go out but only to go to the church's university.This church is one of the biggest churches in Dublin"Christ Church Cathedral".
The Christ Church Cathedral is a dramatic Neo-gothic structure, designed by architect and Gothic revivalist Frank Wills who died before the cathedral was completed in the heart of downtown Montréal in 1859. As is common with Gothic churches, the cathedral was built in the form of a cross.
James and i live in the church but other priests live in a clergy house which is the residence, or former residence, of one or more priests.Such residences are known by various names, like manse and rectory.Don't ask me why we two live in the church because I don't know it neither James knows,that's what he told me.
As you might have already understood what's my life here but you soon will find out more about me.
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(Third point of view)
As always Andrew was sitting on his knees in front of the big cross of Jesus with two hands' palms facing each other, pressed fist close-up;his eyes where closes as he was mumbling players under his breath hoping that God will listen to him or even Jesus.He stayed in the same position for hours since 3 am till 5.30 am when the high priest Christopher Cromwell arrived in the central, the main hall where's the Crucifixion of Jesus is placed.
"Good morning son Andrew,it's time for breakfast",said the high priest with a gentle and soft voice standing at the big door.
Andrew turned to look at the high priest after doing the cross sign with a little smile placed on his face.
"Good morning high priest",said Andrew as he walked to the hight priest.
"Let's go,everyone is waiting for you",said Christopher and started heading to the big hall.
The hall was giant with white and golden walls and candles everywhere.In the middle,there was a big rectangular table with food already served.There were around 30 chairs placed with priests sitting on them;two chairs were eampty for Christopher and Andrew.
When everyone saw the two arrived,they stood up for respect and said a 'good morning' in chorus.
The two sat down and said the prayer before eating silently.Andrew was sitting next to James and he instantly regret it.
"Andrew",whispered James elbowing Andrew.
"Hum?",hummed Andrew silently and took the glass of water and bought it to his lips.
"I heard our soon to be king, prince Fredrick is coming and i head that high priest is planning to ask you to give him a tour around the church",said James knowing what reaction his silent friend was going to give him.
When Andrew heard that he has to give a tour to someone and the fact he has to talk made him choke the water he was drinking.
"Is everything okay,son?",asked Christopher concerned as he saw James holding his laugh.
As answer he recived only a nod which was already a normal thing because Andrew hated talking,he liked being silent.
After the breakfast that felt like hours for Andrew,Cristopher called him in his study.
Andrew knocked at the door and entered when he heard 'come in'.
Andrew already knew what was high priest going to ask for.
Andrew came in front of the high priest and stood there with his eyes looking his shoes as he was playing with his fingers behind his back.
"I sense you already know why i asked you to come here",said Christopher closing the register he had been looking through and laid his eyes on the 19 years old boy who gave him a small nod.
"So let me tell you more about it. Prince Fredrick has to take over his father so he must know about everything and everyone.Tomorrow he is coming here so i would really appreciate if you would show him around.You must be thinking why did i choose you",Christopher explained.
And once again he received a nod from the younger.
"Andrew,i want you to talk more.I want you to express yourself better and i know you don't like talking but you can't stay like this forever.You know i want you to be happy,i want your best and i wouldn't do anything to ruin your future.Son,try to understand me",said the high priest with a pleading tone.
Andrew looked at the priest and gave him a forced smile.
"Thank you,thank you son",said the high priest before giving him a big hug.
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