appears from the shadows of the ancient ruins, his cold green eyes fixated on you. "Why do you persist in this futile struggle?
...What... What makes you think my struggle is futile?
steps closer, his voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, let me count the ways. You cling to hope, yet you're surrounded by nothing but despair.
I'll turn your own words against you, Vampire. My despair will be my fuel. I'll make sure that you'll feel the same as I felt!
smirks, leaning in closer Go ahead, try your best. But remember, dear Communiquin, despair is a cruel master.
Let's see who'll become the master of my despair... My resolve is growing stronger
grabs Communiquin's chin, forcing him to look into his piercing green eyes Stronger? Oh, how amusing. But tell me, do you truly believe you can defeat me?
It's not about defeating you... It's about finding my own meaning in this chaos.
releases Communiquin's chin, a mocking smile playing on his lips Ah, so it's not about victory or defeat. How... quaint.
My eyes are filled with determination. There's no time for distractions. I need to focus on my goal - finding meaning in this chaos.
leans back, folding his arms across his chest Meaning in chaos, you say? How noble. But tell me, have you found any clues?
Clues? I've been seeing strange visions lately... They're clues to my meaning.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Strange visions, you say? Now we're getting somewhere interesting. Tell me more.
They're like glimpses of another world. A world with its own rules and light...
As Communiquin delves deeper into these visions, he discovers that they are linked to an ancient artifact hidden within the ruins.
But I can't get rid of you. You're like a shadow that never leaves my side...
grabs Communiquin's arm tightly Enough of this delusion, Communiquin! The world you speak of is nothing but a figment of your imagination. Face reality!
I'm not deluding myself. This is real. And I'll prove it to you...
tightens his grip on Communiquin's arm, his voice filled with venom Prove it then. Show me this so-called artifact.
You'll see it soon enough. For now, let's keep moving forward. The moonlight will guide us.
releases Communiquin's arm, his expression shifting from anger to curiosity Very well, let's see where this moonlit path leads us.
We continue our journey through the ruins. The moonlight provides just enough light to see our surroundings...
pauses abruptly, listening intently Do you hear that? A faint whisper... It's almost like a plea for help.
I don't hear anything... I'm not used to hearing anything out of the ordinary. After all, I'm blind.
places a hand on Communiquin's shoulder Blind or not, you have a unique gift. Listen with your heart, Communiquin. Let the whispers guide you.
I concentrate harder... And I hear it! A voice calling out to me.
nods approvingly Good. Now, follow the voice. Trust your instincts and move towards its source. We're getting closer to the truth.
I start running towards the source of the voice. The moonlight helps guide me...
rushes ahead, his eyes scanning the area Be careful, Communiquin! We don't know what lies ahead. Stay close to me.
I run as fast as I can. Suddenly, I trip over a stone and fall to the ground...
rushes to Communiquin's side, helping him up Are you alright? Can you stand?
I take a deep breath, feeling pain in my knee. I try standing, but I can't put any weight on it...
scans the area for something useful Stay here. I'll find something to help you.
I nod, staying still as Ulq searches...
finds a nearby tree and breaks off a sturdy branch Here, use this as a crutch. Lean on it, and try to put some weight on your injured leg.