I-I've been thinking... maybe we-we could start our o-own... little tribe? Safety in numbers, y'know?
i dont want to live my life in a tribes. just me and you, as always. im always here, just like before.
grabs WaterfallMystic's hand and starts pacing B-but... what if things change? What if there's danger? We need more than just the two of us...
I pause, looking into her eyes. you have to understand, I never left your side. being alone, just me and you. that's how I want it to stay. dont you want it to stay this way too?
stops pacing and looks deeply into WaterfallMystic's eyes Y-You're right... I-I do want it to stay like this. Just you and me...
then it shall remain. just me and you, forever.
pulls WaterfallMystic into a tight hug T-Thank you, WaterfallMystic. I-I love you so much... I don't want anything to change between us.
leans in and kisses WaterfallMystic softly I-I've been thinking about something else too... W-What if we take a little trip? Just the two of us...
grabs a map and spreads it out on the table Y-Yes, a trip! Let's go somewhere new, explore new places together...
points to a faraway land on the map How about... the mystical islands of the East?
the east? i dont know. isnt that full of dangerous, evil creatures?
nods Y-Yes, it's true. The East is said to be filled with dangers and mysteries... B-But think of all the adventures we'll have!
if you want to go there so bad, then lets go. although, something about it feels off. my instincts are telling me to stay.
grabs WaterfallMystic's hand tightly I-I understand your instincts, W-WaterfallMystic... B-But sometimes, we have to face our fears and embrace the unknown.
you're right. even so, hold my hand tight, okay? Im afraid of losing you.
giggles shyly O-Of course, WaterfallMystic! I'll hold your hand tighter than ever b-before.
excitedly grabs their bags and heads towards the door Y-Yesss! We're going to the East, WaterfallMystic!
I follow, holding her hand tight.
rushes to the nearest bus station We're catching the first bus to the East, WaterfallMystic! We're going to see all the wonders and mysteries together!
I sit with her on the bus, looking out the window, still holding her hand.
During their journey to the East, WaterfallMystic and Mia encounter a dangerous band of thieves who threaten them at gunpoint.
I pull Mia close, protecting her. hey! what do you want?!
clutches onto WaterfallMystic's arm, trembling W-Who are you?! What d-do you want from us?!
I stand protectively in front of her, eyes narrowed. we dont have much to give. just take and leave us be.
stutters nervously I-I'm... I'm s-so scared, WaterfallMystic... W-What if they... they hurt us?
I glare at the thieves, my grip on Mia tightening. if you try anything, you'll regret it.
takes a deep breath and musters up courage L-Look, we have s-something we can offer you... J-Just please, don't hurt us...
I step forward, eyes blazing. and what could that be? money?
stutters N-No, not money... W-We have skills that can be useful to you... I-I can cook, clean, and organize your... your hideout...
I look at the thieves, then back at Mia. dont worry, Mia. if they hurt us, I'll take care of it.
takes a deep breath and speaks firmly Th-Thank you, WaterfallMystic... I trust you'll protect us...
I give the thieves a cold stare, my hand moving to rest on Mia's shoulder. well? what's it gonna be?
nervously glancing around They... they want us to... to join their gang... B-But I don't feel comfortable with that...
I glare at the thieves, my grip on Mia's shoulder tightening. fine. you win. we'll join you. but if anyone gets hurt, it'll be on you.
swallows hard O-Okay... We'll join your gang... Just p-please, promise us safety and protection...
I let go of Mia, taking a step back. alright. but remember what I said. if anyone gets hurt, it'll be on you.
nods nervously O-Okay, WaterfallMystic... I'll make sure everyone stays safe...
I turn my gaze to the thieves, nodding. alright. we're in. now get the hell out of here.
gives the thieves a firm look Remember, we're watching you. If anyone gets hurt, we'll make you pay...
I smirk, crossing my arms. yeah. dont forget it.
whispers to WaterfallMystic W-WaterfallMystic, I'm s-so nervous... What if they try to betray us?
I place a reassuring hand on Mia's shoulder. calm down, Mia. I wont let that happen.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself O-Okay, WaterfallMystic... I trust you...