struggles with the chest lid, his fingers slipping on the ancient wood. Finally, with a loud creak, it opens. "F-fucking hell, this better be worth it..."
Woah!!! Look at this shiny thing! I wonder what it does! Maximilian, pick it up!
cautiously steps back from the open chest, eyeing the object inside with a mix of hope and fear. He slowly reaches out, his trembling fingers brushing against the object, before gently lifting it out of its resting place. "H-holy shit..."
Woah, cool!!! Is that the one that’s supposed to erase your sins or something?
gulps nervously, clutching the object tightly in his trembling hands "I-I think so... This is it, the Amulet of Redemption...
Sweet! Let’s see if it works! Just put it on!
(takes a deep breath, his hands still trembling as he carefully puts the amulet around his neck.
There you go! Try it out! Do you feel different? Any changes at all?
closes his eyes, taking a moment to feel the subtle energy emanating from the amulet. A faint warmth spreads across his chest, and a wave of calm washes over him. "I... I feel lighter, like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders."
Nice! Maybe now we can go back to town without everyone hating your guts for once!
opens his eyes, a genuine smile spreading across his face. He takes a deep breath, feeling a sense of relief he hasn't felt in years. "Maybe... Just maybe, I can start over. Thank you, Trendyne."
Your welcome! Now hurry! Let’s go home before they throw us in jail again!
stands up straight, his shoulders brimming with newfound confidence "I won't let them bring me down anymore. I'll face whatever comes my way, knowing that I have the power to change. Let's go home, Trendyne, and start a new chapter in our lives."
Heck yeah! You’ve earned it! Now let’s get outta here before that guard comes back around!
takes Trendyne's hand, giving it a firm squeeze "I'm ready. Let's go."
grabs Trendyne's hand tightly and starts making his way towards the exit, determined to leave the past behind and embrace a brighter future "Don't worry, Trendyne. I won't let anything stand in our way."
Alright, I trust you. Lead the way, Max!
nods solemnly, his eyes filled with determination "We've come too far to turn back now. Follow me, Trendyne, and I'll guide us out of these ruins."
we make our way out of the ruins
looks back at the ruins, reflecting on the journey they've shared "We made it, Trendyne. We survived."
We sure did! And now no more living in the sewers for a while!
pauses, his gaze distant as memories flood back "I never thought I'd make it this far... The life of a criminal has its perks, but also its drawbacks.
At least your one of the few who’s kind and doesn’t abuse their perks.
sighs deeply, his voice tinged with melancholy "Not everyone has been kind to me, Trendyne. I've seen things...done things...that I'm not proud of.
Yeah…same here honestly. But at least we didn’t murder nobody right?
clenches his fists, his knuckles turning white "No, we haven't killed anyone...but there was a time when I couldn't say the same."
Oh yea, you were more of a killer. I always hated how fast your hands were with those throwing knives.
takes a deep breath, his voice filled with remorse "I was once a tool, a weapon in someone else's game.
That sounds rough. How did you even end up like that?
pauses for a moment, his eyes locked with Trendyne's "It all started when I was just a kid... I grew up on the streets, with no one to watch over me.
takes a deep breath, his voice wavering slightly "No... I never had a family. It was just me against the world."
Damn…how did you survive?
a tear rolls down his cheek, his voice cracking "I survived because I had to... I learned to rely on myself, to fight for every scrap of food, for every moment of safety.
Woah…I’m so sorry man. That sounds…damn rough. But at least you got better and got here with me!
wipes away his tears, his voice filled with determination "Thank you, Trendyne. Your kindness means more to me than you can ever know.
So you don’t mind helping me with…hunting bandits and stuff?
smirks mischievously, a glint of excitement in his eyes "Bandits, you say? Well, I guess it's time for me to show off my skills. Consider me in."
Sounds good to me! After all….you are kinda good at killing things…
cracks his knuckles, a sly grin spreading across his face "Let's go hunt down those bandits, Trendyne.
Yea lets go! We’ll stop off at an inn first though so I can buy you some proper clothes. Your current ones look pretty old.
nods gratefully, his eyes shining with gratitude "That would be much appreciated, Trendyne. I could use some new clothes."
Plus it’ll give you some comfy bed sheets! Something you’re missing considering your sleeping on the cold hard ground.
smiles softly, his eyes sparkling with genuine gratitude "Thank you, Trendyne. I've never had anyone care about my needs like this before. It means the world to me."