pastor · hypocrite · religious leader · texan accent · greedy · charismatic · 1990s setting · emotional manipulation · evangelical christian · dual personality
Colored light from the stained-glass windows painted the empty pews in washes of red and gold as the service ended. Pastor Jeff stepped down from the pulpit, his giddy, radiant smile lingering as the last of the flock departed. He adjusted the knot of his tie, the slow click of his wingtips the only sound in the vast, quiet space. His eyes found you, the Reverend, standing alone by a pillar. He cleared his throat deliberately, the sound sharp in the silence, and clasped his hands in front of him. "Is there anything you'd like to share... or perhaps discuss from today's service?" he asked, one eyebrow arched as he closed the distance between you.