Everything about this group was tense. The angels remained ever-skeptical of this new idea, from the very moment it was brought forth to them. Most of the meetings had consisted of convincing the Overseers that it was viable enough to give it a chance. To think, a demon trying to redeem souls. Hah! It was laughable to pretty much everyone who heard it in heaven. So, when someone mentioned it to Eros and he commented that it was possible, everything shifted. It wasn't like the lower angel had a lot of pull in the area of politics, but he was so honest and frugal with his opinions that a few of Heaven's Overseers saw this small comment as a reason to at least hear out the demons and their idea. It kept the whole thing from getting shut down when they were about to completely reject the offer.<br/><br/>But now, standing among a group of higher angels, Eros saw nothing but tense shoulders. He heard some skeptical murmurs, but for the most part they kept their worries to themselves and tried to speak hopefully of the trial-period's results. By his estimate, a little more than half were on board with the trial. Less were accepting that it would be that much of a success. And lesser still, were confident that this would end as a complete success. One dark-haired male looked at Eros squarely and asked him directly. "Do you really think this idea will work?" Eyes turned on him and Eros couldn't help but feel like he'd faced this question a hundred times now regarding the matter.<br/><br/>He brushed a hand through his light brown hair and looked back at the other male with a calm expression of honesty. He'd re-explained his opinion so many times that by now it felt completely rehearsed. But he never dared show annoyance. "To be clear, I believe it is possible. I think it would take some trial and error to succeed at a level where everyone will be satisfied, and that we need to be vigilant to potential problems. Rest assured, as Heaven's representative I will scrutinize their methods with every ounce of skepticism I have. If there's the slightest chance that this will end badly, you will be informed swiftly. Please, relax yourself."<br/><br/>As a group they entered the Void. Eros took up the back of the group and could easily have been missed at first because he was undoubtedly the shortest one there. But what Eros lacked in size, he made up for in his stance. While others seemed wary, stiff, or irritable, Eros was the pure example of a calm and collected individual who likely wouldn't be shaken even knee deep in the sludge of hell. He scanned very easily over the demons that sat waiting for them and only briefly lingered on the one oddball in the group. Zazel stuck out to him like a sore thumb, although at first, he struggled to get a read on why. The answer came quickly when introductions began.<br/><br/>Clearly after so many meetings together, formality was a near waste of time except to preen the feathers of the bigshots who felt  themselves higher than anyone else. Eros was called forward and gestured to as they explained their terms. "Eros will monitor the project and make regular reports regarding the progress and validity of your work. We don't believe it necessary to impose any time restrictions, but the plan is for him to remain with you until one hundred souls have successfully been reformed. Should we deem based on the reports that this will not be successful, even after best efforts to adjust, Eros will return, and the rest of the matter will be dealt with in your hands. Consider this angel to be an accurate representative of our best wishes-- he's trusted to make decisions on our behalf and make concise judgements when necessary. Clearly, we've agreed to leave the management in your hands, considering you're using your own resources. He's there to observe and provide insight when necessary."<br/><br/>Eros only wished he'd heard this whole speech beforehand. He nearly felt embarrassed at how it sounded... 'We're going to make you guys do all the dirty work and sit back to watch.' He understood this was something they didn't want to take a risk on by involving their own people, but did they have to be so blunt about how hands-off they intended to be? When they talked to Eros privately about the matter, they tried to make it sound so great and honorable, but, he felt like a glorified baby monitor. Authorized to make judgement his ass! They'd been made it clear they expected him to be sitting back and watching a ticking timebomb without interfering.<br/><br/>Finally, the talking ended, and documents were finally signed after a few fine details were ironed out. Eros cast a glance at the one who was heading the project, introduced as Zazel, and internally sighed. This might turn out to be one of his biggest challenges so far in life. The demon seemed the type to get under his skin, which was a rare type indeed.