Summary
An account of heavenly scouts observing human behavior and suffering, culminating in a discussion among archangels regarding a prophet's fate.
Divine Observation: Scouts on Earth
Highlights
Observations of Humanity
Heavenly scouts Anael and Castiel observe humans in disparate locations. Anael notes the ignorance and self-importance of the people she encounters, while Castiel witnesses the gruesome rituals of blood sacrifice, lamenting the humans' desperate attempts to appease both Heaven and demons.
The Archangels' Assessment
The scouts report that humanity is aware of the rampant evil in the world, an assessment Gabriel deems mildly competent. The narrative concludes with the crucifixion of a prophet, which the archangels permit, as Raphael insists they must wait for Lucifer's next move.