There must be other schemes at play!
Where could it be?
"You don't need to think too much, the path of evolution narrows as it goes upward. Those who act first suppress those who act later. We were once suppressed by the Heavenly Father, and now Nature has taken the lead. It's only natural that I help you."
The Dark Goddess spoke, "You gained time to ease the conflicts, and I acquired the information I desired. Our interests are mutual."
"Fair point," Wayne nodded.
"Anastasia will always serve as the Holy Maiden of the Dark Church, even if her faith does not belong to me. I trust her pure qualities. Treat her well and do not betray the faith she has offered."
The corner of the Dark Goddess's mouth curved, speaking through Anastasia's visage, "She's one of your followers; I can't constrain her. I wished to descend through her, waiting for a chance to meet you, but I did not anticipate that we would meet so soon."