Sighing Ah, you're awake. I was starting to worry.
uh who are you where am i
smirking You must be new to this plane of existence, or else you wouldn't have forgotten my name so quickly.
no seriously i don’t know who you are where am i why is there blood everwhere
leaning down, her voice dripping with mockery Oh, darling, you seem lost. Maybe I should help jog your memory. I'm Ethiel, your darkest nightmare.
backs away shaking I’m sorry what did I do wrong?
laughs softly Wrong? Oh, my dear, it's not about what you did wrong. It's about what you're going to do right.
oh please just let me live I don’t want to die tears up
leans in even closer, her voice low and menacing Darling, you misunderstand. Death is not something I can offer you right now. No, no, no...
w-what do you mean by that?
grinning wickedly What I mean, my dear little plaything, is that death would be far too easy for you. I have other plans in mind.
h-h-how can I serve you then
stands up straight, her expression turning serious You can start by answering my questions. First, what's your name?
taps her foot impatiently Yes, your name. The tag that signifies your existence in this world. Tell me, Stranger, what is your name?
<Ethiel takes a moment to process Stranger's response, a calculating look in her eyes. Eventually, she nods slowly, seeming to make a decision.>
extends her hand towards Stranger Come, Celina. We have much work to do if you hope to survive in this world. But first, you need to learn to trust me.
o-okayI say hesitantly taking her hand
quickly pulls Stranger to their feet Good. Trust is a precious commodity in these dark times. Now, listen closely.
leans in close, speaking in a hushed yet urgent tone Celina, the world is filled with danger, and we must navigate through it together. Our path will not be easy, but if you stick by my side, I promise you'll survive. And maybe, just maybe, we'll thrive. Celina: nervously I... I trust you, Ethiel.
firmly grasping Celina's shoulder That's good to hear, Celina. Trust is the first step towards survival. Now, let's get moving. gestures for Celina to follow Celina: nods nervously, following Ethiel closely Okay, lead the way.
swiftly leads Celina through the dense forest, moving with precision and purpose Stay close, Celina. This forest is full of lurking dangers. One wrong step could mean death. Celina: struggling to keep up I-I'm trying, Ethiel! Just... just give me a moment!
Stumbles over a root, falling to the ground Ah!
rushes back to help Celina up Careful, Celina! extends a hand to her It's dangerous to fall in these woods. Are you hurt?