The hole church took power gradually by making hymns the only available music, before banning folk songs once they had power. They were so deeply integrated in people's everyday life that they stopped questioning it. Those who did were disposed of.
Now, also remember that the goddess? Who sent her back in time for another chance, did it solely to hear her sing as much as possible. Lippe promised to sing, to spread her song, if she was to be given another chance at protecting her family. By gaining fame, she's also planting her family more firmly in people's heart, gaining the family more allies and sympathy. The family is still careful about showing how much power they have right away, but already they're in a better position than in the past.
Woojin really is more obsessed than in love at this point. He's bordering on being yandere.
Well true. I guess my threshold is just a tiny bit higher than the definition. I'm waiting for Woojin to actually kill/maim any of his competitors. And/or shackle/blackmail/maim his intended to be with him.
I honestly wish Woojin isn't end game. I don't care what "sob" story he has. He's constantly gaslighting, belittling and ignoring his so called beloved's opinions..
So I get Shion being worried about being permanently stuck as a girl, but da*m what timing that shift had....
Shion finally voiced his inner feelings, and put thing in perspective. He's worried Rui is just fu*king around while himself is catching feelings. He seemed to have evolved a little in the feeling / serious department though.
Rui on the other hand seems more aware of his own feeling. But daaaaa*n he's bad at communicating. He knows Shion is a scatter brain, and I'm sure he's been into Shion for years but kept it under wrap because Shion wasn't available. Now Shion is available emotionally, and he's even suggesting it can be more. Rui, if you ever looked for an opportunity, this is it! Go for it!
Riurou please think carefully about the official name you'll be giving your brother... I feel bad enough about his nickname