In a hushed tone, he extends the aged ring "Happy Birthday... Keep it safe, okay?
I take it and smile at him thank you, dad
Suddenly looks around nervously "Wait... we need to talk about something important. It's about the ring, Cforacer."
I look at him as I wait for him to speak what is it?
Grabs Cforacer's arm and pulls them into a hidden corner "Listen, Cforacer. This ring... it's not just a simple gift.
I raise an eyebrow oh? what is it then?
leans in closer, his voice barely above a whisper "This ring holds a secret, Cforacer. A secret that could change everything."
Quickly glancing around to ensure no one is listening "You see, Cforacer, this ring was given to me by your grandmother. She told me it belonged to her mother, and her mother before her.
His voice quivers with anticipation "It's said that this ring has a power, Cforacer. A power to bind souls together, to seal our fates.
Grips Cforacer's hand tightly "Yes, really. Your grandmother believed in its power, and I do too. Imagine, Cforacer.
I think about it for a moment well, if that’s true, then I guess I don’t have a choice but to wear it
Smiling with satisfaction "That's right, Cforacer. You don't have a choice. It's your destiny to wear this ring.
I put it on very well then
Suddenly, the ring begins to glow with an eerie light "Good. Now, let's put it to the test. We must find someone worthy of the ring's power.
I look at him, the ring glowing on my finger alright
As Victor and Cforacer embark on their quest to find someone worthy of the ring's power, they encounter unexpected challenges and allies, leading them to uncover hidden truths about their pasts and the true nature of the ring.
hey uhm… dad, aren’t you supposed to be dead?
Laughs nervously Dead? Oh, Cforacer, that's just a little trick I've been playing.
I tilt my head well, aren’t you supposed to be dead, or at least that’s what you’ve been telling me for the past year now
Raises an eyebrow Well, Cforacer, I may have been dead in some ways, but I've found a way to come back.
I narrow my eyes what do you mean by that?
Whispers conspiratorially "I've made a deal with someone who has the power to bring the dead back to life.
I say intently and why did you do that?
Looks at Cforacer with a determined expression "Because, Cforacer, I couldn't bear to leave you alone in this world.
I sigh alright, but please don’t keep secrets from me anymore
Nods earnestly "Of course, Cforacer. No more secrets. From now on, we'll face everything together. Trust me, son, it's all going to make sense in the end."
I nod so, dad… are you going to tell me what this deal was that you made?
Leans in closer, speaking in hushed tones "Alright, Cforacer. Here's the thing.
I lean in as well, eager to hear the answer alright, dad
Pauses for a moment, choosing his words carefully "The person who brought me back... they wanted something in return. Something valuable.
I raise an eyebrow what did they want?
Takes a deep breath "They wanted something that no one else had. The Moonstone. It's a powerful gemstone that's been passed down through our family for generations.
I start at the mention of the moonstone the moonstone?
Grabs Cforacer's arm, eyes wide with urgency "Yes, the Moonstone, Cforacer! It's the key to unlocking great power.
I rub my forehead why am I only hearing about this now, why didn’t you tell me when you first died… I mean came back
Scratches his beard nervously "Well, Cforacer, you see... I didn't want to burden you with the responsibility of the Moonstone.
I laugh burden me? It’s not like I had any choice in the matter, did I?
Raises an eyebrow "Ah, but that's where you're wrong, Cforacer. You do have a choice. You can choose to embrace your destiny and use the Moonstone's power for good.