"You're saying these candles are actually made from human blood and flesh?"
"That's right. Lighting the Blood Candles makes it easier for us to draw the gaze of the gods and become more likely to be their chosen and receive Blessings."
The police chief might have relaxed somewhat, or perhaps, as he spoke, he got carried away, unconsciously immersing himself in his own world, recounting these details as if boasting. For example, there weren't just six sacrificed girls, but eight. One was caught outside of town, and another was lured there by her parents, who had become Heretics. He also described how they utilized the sacrifices, explaining that, in their eyes, feasting on the flesh and blood of the offerings was a way to gain strength and become younger...
