A STUDY IN: How cults are formed, toxic masculinity, delusions of grandeur, god / savior complex, trying to find a purpose in the world, anger that never seems to settle, manipulating others for your own gain, slowly losing touch with yourself and reality, generational trauma, & disguising your self hatred in pride and ego.
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𝖆𝖒𝖚𝖘𝖊𝖒𝖊𝖓𝖙 at his own suggestion shows through on his features for a brief moment as kai's anger breaks into laughter. still he is displeased about the meadow situation, though he does not show it. kai will do what he thinks is best & michael will be in the wings waiting to clean up any potential fall out. he does not begrudge his position however, he does it gladly out of genuine care for kai. he sees the man in front of him for all he is, flaws included, just as kai sees all of him in return.
" very well, i trust you even if i do not trust her. " he let his eyes flutter closed for a moment, simply enjoying the closeness that they shared. at kai's response to his offer he nods, eyes opening once more. " that may be for the best. " he finds himself reaching for kai's hand, fingers tangling together before he speaks once more. " a miracle ? "
he has his concerns, mostly with trusting anyone but himself with the matter though he knew that once kai had made up his mind there was little he could do to sway him from that path. still, he would be waiting in the wings to ensure kai's safety, as he always did. perhaps though he could find a way to get rid of meadow in the process.
" I would never ask you to trust someone like her. " Kai quietly speaks in reply, closing his eyes momentarily with him to bask in the WARMTH and gentle, caring touches that Michael provides. It's almost strange to think about the Antichrist being gentle with anyone when all the stories from media and religion alike speak about the idea of him with such vitriol. Kai however, has never once shown fear or disgust in Michael's presence. When his fingers slot between his, he opens his eyes again to stare DEEP into his partner's. There's a flicker of something behind his dark gaze that indicates his growing eagerness for this upcoming plan that's hatching in his racing mind. " Think about it, this nation loses their ever-loving shit over Christian metaphors. So I'm going to give them that. An execution, a resurrection in front of their very eyes. "
The cult leader's fingers idly DANCE against Michael's brushing over his knuckles while his thumb does the same to the palm of his hand. After a while Kai brings his partner's hand to his mouth, tenderly pressing his lips against the back of it. " Let's see them just try resisting voting for someone who faced down an inevitable death and survived. "
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EROS : scornful jealousy • pink • presents a certain decorum • heavy air in a nightclub • has a tattoo they regret • sex & love therapist for their friends • juvenescent • uses enchantments • aloof • wears rose-colored glasses • velvet, latex, & lingerie • milk baths with champagne bubbles • impetuous in love • intense eye contact is a sport • kinky • soft lips • wears stacked rings • sets fashion trends • graceful movements • marble floors • heavy perfume or cologne • deeply emotional • born glamorous
HECATE : prefers canine companions • wears symbolic jewelry • can see spirits • melting wax • uses hexes • feels most comfortable at night • smell of cinnamon • moonlight • red wine • understands poisons & herbs • collects bones or feathers • partakes in rituals • black • fog at night • is aware of their shadow self • embraces the unknown • enjoys collecting secrets • approves of necromancy • meditates • has prophetic dreams • lace • knowing too many secrets • fishnet stockings
PAN : enjoys poetry & prose • wool • smell of decaying leaves in autumn • prefers to be barefoot • tends to overindulge • easily excitable • thriving in social circles • loves being around campfire • antlers • dirt paths • the sound of wind chimes • penchant for sticky fingers • pine trees • stamina for days • falls in lust • vagabond • physically stronger than given credit for • foxglove • welcomes luxury • non-confrontational • charming words • talking to animals • nature for jewelry
NEMESIS : angry • protective of their values • balance & harmony • looks like an angel but isn’t • more perceptive than people realize • snow capped mountains • grey • wears leather • silver jewelry • likes snakes • can’t stand ignorance • believes in retribution • analytical of own emotions • well read • marble columns • has very rigid morals • bruised knuckles • humorous under the sarcasm • clean workspace • everything in moderation • cold morning air • resting glare face • fluent in curse words
HYPNOS : serene demeanor • easily overwhelmed • relaxation is their vice • transactional friendships • has a soft voice • head in the clouds • carries drugs with them • has a sibling they’re close with • drawn to winged animals • lavender • has plush furniture/blankets • starry-eyed • horrible money management • gives amazing hugs • dreaming big as a full time job • wears comfy or loose clothes • existential questions • not good at memory-based skills • fairy lights • can’t sleep somewhere unfamiliar • crystalline chandeliers • dislikes bright sun • fluttering eyelashes
IRIS : life’s a technicolor spectrum • has a lot to say • beaming smiles • always has candy with them • flirting by accident • walking to the beat of their own drum • gossamer curtains • has a surprising amount of connections • blushes very easily • confident laughter • uses a staff • fresh fruit slices • decorated handwritten letters • a social chameleon • blood made of honey • treating people with kindness • sentimental heart • vases full of wildflowers • feels fulfilled when helping others • has a healing aura • always travelling • stained glass windows • just trying to be a good person
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Kai sits in his chair, thumb pressed below his chin as his leg bounces at a QUICK pace. He was obviously about to go off, one more doubtful comment from anyone and he would explode with a relentless fury. When Michael speaks, a small smile suddenly replaces the scowl BURNING at the corners of Kai's mouth, drawing his lips upward when he listens to him talk with an authoritative tone at the rest of the group. The cult leader's hand drops to his knee before he gradually rises to his feet, making eye contact with him and nodding slightly. " Thank you, Michael. Good to know that some of you still believe in what we're doing here. "
He makes his way around the basement floor, his footsteps heavy with every step he takes like a LUMBERING animal until he takes a deep breath and stops to look down at a few of the cult members sitting on the couch. " This is only the beginning of something bigger than any of you can even wrap your minds around. So, if any of you think can't handle it? The door is right up there. " Kai gives an absentminded gesture of his hand pointing to the staircase. Of course, if anyone actually took him up on that offer they wouldn't be leaving the Anderson residence ALIVE. They seem to know that truth too because nobody dares moves an inch.
" I have no use for weakness, I have no time for doubters! " His voice raises harshly as he glares at the row of followers, taking a step back to stand next to Michael where his fingers lightly BRUSH up against his shoulder. " When you go home tonight, I want you to think on that. How you are all are making a difference here, this is goddamn history in the making. By tomorrow I hope that we'll all be on the same fucking page again. "
𝙲𝚄𝙻𝚃 𝙸𝙽𝙵𝙾 : Under the cut contains all the canon-divergencies/headcanons I've implemented into how the cult works so far for my portrayal. If you haven't read about Kai's personal divergencies read this post here. Things can be added or changed in the future as I see fit. If you have any questions regarding these or anything else feel free to ask & I'll clarify! This is going to be LONG I yapped a lot so strap in.
Goals & Beliefs. The Fear is Truth (FIT) Cult is dedicated to spreading fear and chaos by way of various crimes, most notably murder while donning clown masks. They believe a revolution is in order, that the modern world should be burned down and rid of its government and social structures in order to rebuild something new where people don’t have to be needlessly afraid or suffer anymore, where they can work together instead of being divided. They think the only way to achieve this is to follow their ‘Divine Ruler’ and help him gain the position of power in the town. He is more or less looked to as a god.
Recruitment. The only person that can officially recruit anyone into the cult is, of course, Kai himself. He will normally stalk the person of interest for a few weeks before planting himself or another member of the cult into their lives. People can also be recruited online, but this is very rarely through Kai personally doing it himself and reaching out to people. It’s mostly its own little community across the globe that adopts the message and goal of the cult, the website and its members are closely monitored by Kai.
The Promise. This is what is formerly known in canon as “pinky power.” This is a special ritual / tactic used to garner more personal information about someone and to get emotionally connected with them. It’s also used as a sort of confessional and/or therapeutic session at any point Kai sees fit to call on one of the followers to sit down and do so with him. He can use it to get them mentally and emotionally vulnerable as a gauge to know what they’re really feeling and to see if their loyalties still lie with him and the movement. This is all done through interlocking pinky fingers in a pinky promise gesture, once physical contact has been made all questions asked by Kai must be answered and everything that’s said must be the full, brutal truth. It’s very commonly used in the initiation process. This was formerly an exercise that Vincent used for Kai, and that Kai then passed down to using with Winter so they could have a safe space to vent out their fears, frustrations, sadness, secrets, etc.
Symbols.
The hexagon symbol is inspired from the shape of honeycomb and therefore its meaning is very much tied to the bees & bee colony analogies Kai uses for the cult. No one is useless or worthless, they all have duties that help keep the hive alive and strong no matter how small of a task. Cult members, once they’ve proven themselves, are all given a stick and poke tattoo of this symbol (Kai has his on the right shoulder.)
The clown smiley face symbol is usually painted in their victim’s blood somewhere in the crime scene as a way to mark their territory as it were. Future victim’s houses can have this symbol painted outside as a way to warn them they’re next to die or, more commonly, just to frighten people in the residence into believing they will be. This symbol originated from Kai’s old high school doodles that he’d draw over and over again in his notebook when he was bored.
Rituals. Note that not all of these are done daily / often and some of them do not exist until after Kai wins the city council election and gets more of a taste of power:
Meetings, These are held on a near daily basis and can be called at any time Kai sees fit, even if it’s inconvenient for others. They range from being about plans for his political campaign to going over who and how they plan on killing or terrorizing.
Prayer, The hexagon symbol is smeared onto his followers' throats with Kai's own blood where he pricks one of his fingers. While he stands at the front of the room, they get to their hands and knees, pressing their foreheads to it and chanting the 'Divine Ruler' title while Kai gives what could be considered a sermon, usually repeating the same things like he does in meetings to get everyone hyped up.
Sacrifice, "Sacrifices need to be made to pave the way for progress." Kai calls for at least one kill to be made every month in order to instill loyalties and intimidation over his followers. The sacrifice can either be one of the cult members (who he prefers that they offer themselves up gladly) or a person that has wronged one of the members of the cult in some way.
Enlightenment, A ritual in which each member of the cult is given a dose of the honey they sell that’s laced with DMT. They are then blindfolded and told to either sit or lie down in any spot in the basement they feel comfortable with (sleeping cots, blankets, pillows are provided.) They are encouraged to explain all that they see and feel during their trips.
Body Cleansing, To “Remain strong, healthy, and alert”, members have a full week in which they have to fast for three days and then only eat vegetation, fruits, and lean proteins with no junk food for four more days. All the while having some sort of daily exercise. This, unsurprisingly, does not extend to Kai.
Pain Sharing, To show them that he “Takes their pain from them and carries it” members are pierced, cut, or burned non-fatally. Kai then does the same to himself in whatever area that he injures them.
Punishments. Those who are unlucky enough to face Kai’s wrath through whatever reason can be subjected to various degrees of punishment depending on the severity of what was done. A couple of examples of some of these punishments are as followed:
Isolation, In which most of the individual’s senses are taken away by tying their arms and legs, gagging and blindfolding them. They are then locked in a closet for an undetermined amount of time until Kai decides to release them. If they are locked in there for a long period of time they are provided water every so often, but no meals.
Humiliation, While humiliating people and being humiliated is something Kai loathes, that's what makes this particular punishment even crueler. The individual is forced to endure humiliation by means of making them clean up the house with insufficient supplies, wearing something embarrassing out in public while performing daily tasks, picking up trash off the side of the road, or other members of the cult are told to treat the punished poorly and make them do their bidding.
Sex. This is less of a ritual and more of a tactic Kai implements to gain trust from his followers and to make them feel loved and special. Kai will gladly do this with both the women and men and anyone in between. Sometimes orgies do occur to encourage carnal desires among his followers, but it is not required that everyone in the cult participates and it’s never done without Kai being actively involved. This is also always done with explicit consent given by every participant.
Housing. It’s no secret that the Anderson home is quite spacious. While it’s no mansion, it has the space to comfortably house several members of the cult if they’re struggling financially (example: Harrison and Meadow) until they can get back on their feet or Kai decides to use his own money to help them rent a place. In rare cases some may even be invited to move in as a permanent resident. However, no one is allowed to stay nor wander on the upstairs floor unless given permission or they have Kai or Winter accompanying them.
Hierarchy. While there are no set ranks in the cult and no one is ever of higher or equal authority than Kai in the cult, Winter is the closest. She holds a very important right hand man sort of role to her brother. She’s his most trusted and therefore helps with the recruitment of new members as well as being the one to make sure things go smoothly if they have to kill someone without Kai being present. Members like Beverly and Detective Samuels while not holding any leadership roles within the cult, are still well-respected and help to keep up public appearance and reputation whether it be through news coverage of the murders & Kai’s tv spots, hiding any evidence left at the crime scenes, or keeping the police in good graces with Kai in general. Then there’s members like Meadow and Harrison actively participating within the community through selling of goods like the honey or clothing at the farmer’s market, volunteer work, etc. and are usually on the lookout for potential new members to report back to Kai. Once Kai gets elected to the city council position, some select new people who join into the cult act as sort of body guards / soldiers, their duty is to protect Kai and/or whoever else he chooses.
Online Presence. Kai is the only one that manages anything about the cult that’s put out onto the internet, using his knowledge of coding and content on the dark web to his advantage. While he does post some things occasionally off the dark web (mostly cryptic Yo.uTu.be videos, Red.dit posts, or Twi.tt.er posts), the main page for the cult is difficult to find and even when one does, the site first appears as innocuous and is chalk full of computer viruses. If one is knowledgeable enough to bypass that, they will be taken to an information page about the cult’s mission, a couple of videos of the cult’s murders that Kai had filmed, and a message board which is as stated before, heavily monitored by Kai. After Kai’s death, the website domain is purchased by a loyal follower and an eventual link to a published book containing the contents of Kai’s journals he wrote in prison is posted.
the office light of her desk is almost enough to irritate her headache. between various papers spread across her desk, file folders, and notes. between the actual paperwork and dealing with the numerous connections that require constant communication, she’s exhausted and tired. and about ready to call it a night. she’d much rather prefer her silk sheets over the comfortableness of falling asleep at her desk. again. it’s been quiet for so long, there’s a bit of a jostle when kai knocks at her door a few times before slipping into her office. ‘ i thought you left hours ago - ? ’ voice is almost quiet, a shift from her usual demanding overtone.
there’s the sudden warmth of a person next to her, and desdemona is quiet for a moment, anxiety pitting into her stomach. his fingers are grazing against her skin, and it’s hard to fight the goosebumps that threaten to erupt on her arms. she’s been so focused on this – on her own desires and wants at least on the corporate ladder she’s been ignoring everything else. ‘ i was just about finished wit - ’ her hands are lightly brushing against some of the papers on her desk. but his lips are on hers. words die off in her throat and after a second of hesitation, her hand is once more familiarly pulling him by the center of his shirt closer to her. ' is that the only way you know how to say thank you ? or is there more - ? '
The hand LINGERS on her cheek, his body humming with heat and excitement as Desdemona grabs his shirt and pulls him closer. A quiet sound of disappointment leaves him however when she interrupts the kiss to speak. There's been TENSION between them for a long time, most of their conversations teetering on the fine line of flirtatious and hostile. Kai knew what was coming tomorrow, knew that his plan would most likely cinch his victory into place. He wouldn't be telling Des about it though, he wanted her to be in the dark about certain things. Not to mention he was admittedly CURIOUS to see what her reaction would be to him having such a close brush with death.
" Well, you're not getting a pay raise if that's what you're after, Ms. Godfrey. I already pay you more than fairly. " Kai simpers, his other hand goes to travel GRADUALLY down her arm, feeling the smooth, expensive material of her suit jacket. " I see you, Des...you work your ass off with hardly any appreciation from the people around you. You push away any sort of help because you think you'll be seen as weak. Let me relieve you of all of it for just one night. "
The law firm is EMPTY save for Desdemona's light shining through the blinds she has closed up in her office. Kai raps his knuckles against the slightly cracked door a few times before he pushes it open all the way. " Hey, I was heading back to my place, thought I'd see if you were still here. " Kai explains his presence with a quick smile, closing the door behind him and walking right up to her at her desk, HOVERING right over her shoulder with no regards to personal space. " I wanted to thank you before I have my last rally before the election tomorrow. "
His warm breath slowly ghosts over her neck and he reaches over to lightly touch her cheek and guide her head in his direction. Their eyes meet Kai waits a beat to see if Desdemona's reaction is going to be one of DISGUST or not. When he searches her expression and finds none, he closes the very little distance between them, pressing an eager kiss to her lips.
@chaoswon asked: finally the two of them are left in peace as the inner most members of the cult shuffled out of the basement quietly. michael was fairly indifferent towards most of them, but his patience was being severely tested at the present moment. he simply wanted some time for the two of them. he moves taking a seat in kai's lap with practiced ease before he lifts his chin to meet the cult leader's dark gaze. " i do hope this means i have you all to myself now. "
He can sense the mounting annoyance in his partner without even having to turn to observe him. Not that he could really blame him, Kai was ITCHING for some time alone with Michael as well and it seemed like the universe was purposefully throwing everything at them to PREVENT it today. A soft hum escapes him though as the other climbs into his lap and the sound of footsteps gradually ascending the basement stairs finally eases into blissful silence.
One of his arms finds its home as it always does around Michael's waist and his other hand reaches up to tuck a strand of long, silky hair behind his ear. The cult leader's dark eyes have a rare flicker of LIGHT behind them when his chin is tilted up, a roguish smile breaking across his features at the words. " Oh, man. You poor thing, having to live without being in your favorite seat for...not even one whole day. " Kai teases in a sarcastic tone, brushing his thumb affectionately at the corner of Michael's mouth. " You have me now. " He confirms in a much more sincere tone, moving in and capturing his mouth with his for a kiss.
‘ i will have it handled as long as they stop being sloppy. you getting paranoid every twenty four hours does not help the “i have something to hide” look. b’ annoyance is clear across her face, grabbing the front of his shirt to pull him into her office. the door with her name etched into it closed behind them. she’s letting go of him in favor of closing the blinds.
she’s leaning against the edge of her desk as arms fold over her chest. ‘ i need you to remember that i chose to help you. i am not as stupid as samuels or any one else beneath you. don’t use that tone with me unless you want me to squash you under my heel and make all your effort and mine be for nothing. ’
Kai barely has any time to respond to her, only able to open his mouth and let out a WORDLESS breath before her hand is gripped into his shirt and he's pulled into her office. She'd be getting an earful of complaints for that move if it weren't for her scolding actually managing to get through to the cult leader somewhat. He needed to not make a scene, especially here where someone of importance could easily overhear their BICKERING if they truly wanted to listen in.
When the blinds are closed and Desdemona leans on her desk, he takes a seat in one of the chairs in front of her desk, crossing his own arms and letting out a huff of frustration almost akin to a petulant child's behavior. " I don't mean to sound ungrateful for your help. You've been an invaluable part of this. " Teeth grind together as he forces himself to cater to her ego, to make sure he doesn't cross a line and make her up and decide that she'd be BETTER off telling authorities about his less than legal activities. " Is there anything I can do to win back their favor? If we let the rumors fester who knows what it'll snowball into in the next few weeks. "
Kai MESSILY grabs a majority of his hair and pulls it back to fashion a man bun as he stands next to the beehive, some of the insects fly and buzz about but none take to turning aggressive at his presence. He really should be wearing the suit and gloves for this, Harrison's told him to do so on SEVERAL occasions but still he did not listen. A few stings were nothing for him to ever worry over.
" First I need you to set this over there on the table and then I need you to lift the cover up on this for me, slowly. " He instructs, handing off a lidless glass jar to Michael and waiting until he's done his first task before he readies himself for the other to lift the hive's cover to EXPOSE the honeycomb on the frames. " They really are amazing aren't they? To think a creature so small, seemingly insignificant, is one of the most important things keeping us alive. "
𝖎𝖗𝖗𝖎𝖙𝖆𝖙𝖎𝖔𝖓 quickly fading as the source of it quickly bled out at his feet, his blue green eyes gazed impassively down at the cultist who had become his latest meal. incompetence was something he could not tolerate, especially in the later stages of their plan. normally he preferred to deal with problems in a more private setting if only to hide his more beastly reactions. however this time he simply could not restrain himself.
he is aware of people silently looking on in horror, most taking the hint to begin shuffling out of the room to leave himself & kai to deal with this matter. with a roll of his shoulders he lets out the tension within his body, a soft sigh escaping bloodied lips. he is aware of kai approaching, though he's still not entirely focused on that. the heart in his hand is still warm with the lifeblood of the cultist he'd ripped it from & the temptation to finish off the last few bites has him distracted.
the touch of soft fabric on his bloodied face was enough to pull him from his thoughts, his gaze shifting to focus in on kai's dark hues. he almost leans in to kiss him, though the thick taste of blood on his tongue is enough to still him. it's a line he's yet to cross, unsure if @hiveruled would be disgusted.
he shifts closer, seeking out his partner's comforting presence. ❝ have i been too lenient ? ❞ while he certainly doesn't think so, clearly something had given the deceased cultist reason to believe slacking off would be acceptable. michael is already thinking of replacements, of ways to correct the issue, not wanting this blunder to possibly hinder kai's cause. ❝ or is this just stupidity showing through ? ❞ the latter is very possible, given his experience with humans. without fail there would always be those without drive or self preservation.
Years of subjecting himself to gore and violence, and furthermore witnessing it in real life had JADED him almost entirely to the sight. He doesn't even flinch when Michael rips the heart from the unlucky cult member's chest with a fierceness that ends up appearing strangely graceful. Perhaps Kai should be angry that he took it upon himself to swing the axe where it should've been his decision. Instead he watches on in awe as the wet crimson trickles into his partner's mouth and he consumes the flesh of the fresh organ in an inhuman fashion. Though, Michael really wasn't human was he? Kai often FORGETS that until moments like these.
He uses the sleeve of his sweater to wipe the blood that smeared across his cheek, their gazes locked onto each other in a HEATED manner. The cult leader slowly leans in, tongue dragging across Michael's lips to further clean away the slick of blood. When he pulls away to leave room for him to speak, the metallic taste of it sits heavily in his mouth, but Kai doesn't seem to mind.
" Some are just not truly prepared for change and all that it entails. " Kai sighs out quietly, wrapping his arms around the other's waist to pull him close into an embrace. " It isn't your fault that they were dragging their feet about it. I would've done the same thing. Might've made it a slower death, though. " He gives Michael a grin, showing rows of slightly BLOODSTAINED teeth in the process.
𝖆𝖓𝖌𝖊𝖗 was something michael was all too familiar with, kai's anger even more so. though it was rarely directed towards him, michael had bore witness to it often. thus this display did little to upset him beyond the key point that ally was doing far better than she should be in present polling. ally was an admitted thorn in both of their sides, persistent & surprisingly resilient despite all their attempts to sabotage her thus far.
he approaches kai without the reservation that most would have at seeing such a display, a soft sigh leaving him as kai's fingers find purchase in his long locks. his blue green eyes close for a moment, thinking over what to say. it wasn't a matter of if he'd assist kai or not, he would always choose to & kai was fully aware of that.
opening his eyes he met kai's dark gaze evenly as he spoke ❝ i could always just eat her.❞ at his own words a playful smile cracked his usually neutral visage. ❝ perhaps it is time to look at more competent followers. i still do not trust that meadow is truly of any help. ❞ a personal bias admittedly, he disliked her & frankly speaking wanted her gone. the only reason he had not done so himself was out of respect for kai's wishes. still, he'd take the opportunity to speak his grievances with her at any chance he'd get.
❝ on a more serious note, perhaps i can reach out to my more radical followers. if anyone is willing to help spread a little chaos they certainly would be it. ❞
Michael's suggestion breaks the heavy tension in the air, causing a slight LAUGH to spill from the cult leader's lips. He had to admit, the thought of it was tempting. Giving his political opponent a death that could be straight out of a horror film and a surefire way of sealing his own victory. The only issue is that it wouldn't, not for long anyways. People would talk and the cops would SPECULATE. He can't kill Ally, not yet. Securing his win first and letting her be witness to it instead of buried six feet under the earth was the smarter thing to do, as much as he was growing impatient.
" I know you don't. But she still has use that has yet to be tapped into, you'll see. " Kai's amusement continues to shine through his stressed appearance. Admittedly, Meadow was becoming more of a NUISANCE than a integral worker to the hive, clearly craving something more than Kai is willing or wanting to give to her. What would happen when she finally realized she was never going to have it?
His grip tightens on the back of Michael's neck when he speaks again however, his thumb rubbing against him to soothe any discomfort he may have caused. " No, no one else needs to be brought in that I don't know anything about. We're in the final stretch, I don't want anybody fucking it up. " Kai shakes his head adamantly. He may trust Michael, but that doesn't EXTEND to any of his followers. There was a process Kai went through in his own head to pick and choose who was brought into their circle. Meadow though...his thoughts keep going back to her.
" Maybe what people need to see is proof of hope among chaos. A miracle of fucking biblical proportions. "
