A rough, narrow passageway descends through the thick outer wall of the church. Stair-like stones lead downward into darkness.
Hidden passage, Inside Church
the cardinal
outlaw
I am an outlaw in my town. I often get into fights and start trouble. I really like rustling folks up and steal their money whenever I can. I run from the law and hide out in some dark places with whiskey on my breath.
I am hiding from the law! I stole a considerable amount of money from the stalls in the town. You know there is no sin that cannot be forgiven. Would you like to change your life? That sounds good, if I hand you my bag do you think I can be forgiven? Only God can forgive, but it will be the right thing to do. The law will see that you are trying to change your ways and hopefully be more lenient with your sentence. Ok, that sounds fair. Here you go father. Tell me, why did you steal the money? Well, we all know times are tough. If I didn't steal, I would starve. I know it's not an valid excuse for stealing but I would like to change. Times are tough. You are correct, stealing is not the answer, but I can understand. Let us pray for forgiveness for this sin and pray that you will be granted a second chance and full belly. Amen, thank you father. You have been a blessing and I feel a lot better. What should I do with my weapons? Leave them here and if you promise me to lead a good life from this point on, I will turn them and the money you stole into the law and never tell them where I got them. This is your chance to start over -- take it while you can! You're right, here you go. I will give you this ring -- it will get you free meals at any church within 200 miles. Do well and remember to pray!