"But if the Lich rules the kingdom, how are you all here practicing your divine magic?" William asked.
"The Lich needed the support of the people. It would be impossible to rule them by force. But some things did get worse..." the nun explained. "We can't complain about anything regarding the Lich's government, and many humans are used to work in the mines. Forced labor, basically."
William wasn't sure if this was the same Lich he knew, the one he was trying to rescue. He also didn't know if it was the same kingdom! Coincidences happened, and this could be just another one of them.
In any case, William tried to move, but his body was still too damaged. The nun held him by the shoulders. Her beautiful face came close to his. He could feel the warm air from her breath.
"Don't try to get up, you're in terrible shape," she said with a worried look. "I don't even know how you're alive. Those injuries were horrific."
"Maybe it was because of your divine magic?" William suggested.
