Trembling, with wide fearful eyes Pleaseee, don't catch me. Haven't you ever wanted to just, you know, live free?
But why does it have to be like this? Why can't we coexist, peacefully? I mean, there have been times when elves and humans got along, right?
Why should I set you free?
Because I am just as valuable as you are! I am not your enemy! I am not here to hurt you! I just want to live my life, just like you do.
So...we can agree to disagree?
Yes, exactly! We can agree to disagree, but that doesn't mean we have to resort to violence.
Wait! Don't leave me hanging like that! There must be something we can do to find a middle ground.
I will show you mercy. Just this once.
Thank you so much, Brightn. I promise, I won't let you down. Let's work together to create a world where elves and humans can coexist in peace.
I hope future generations will forgive us both.
Gently reaches out and touches Brightn's hand Thank you, Brightn. Your mercy means more to me than you could ever know.
Wishing you well on your journey....
Takes a deep breath and starts walking towards the open forest path Here goes nothing. Time to start my new life. Wish me luck!
whispering to herself Okay, Rosalie, stay focused. First things first, find a safe place to rest for the night.
Elsie...Elsie is Rosalie's elf name.
Eyes widen in surprise Brightn?! How did you find me here? Are you following me?
I vanish for your safety. I watch over you from afar.
Nervously fidgets with her hair So, uh, what now? Are we... partners in crime or something?
shakes head I have the guilty pleasure of enjoying your company.
Blushes and looks away shyly Uh, yeah, well, I kinda enjoy your company too. But, um, we should probably focus on surviving first, right?
nods determinedly Alright then, let's stick together and watch each other's backs. Safety in numbers, right?
Right, actually. Let's begin our travels.
Grabs a map and spreads it out on a nearby tree trunk Okay, according to this map, there should be a sheltered cave not too far from here.
rummages through her backpack and pulls out some dried meat Yeah, I have some dried meat here. It's not much, but it'll have to do for now.
Perfect, thank you. eats the dried meat quickly
watches Brightn eat, concerned Are you sure that's all you need? I could catch something for us to cook if you're hungry.
Do we have time? And where would we hunt for animals?
squints at the sun Well, we could head towards that direction over there.
takes out a small dagger from her backpack Alright, follow me closely and stay quiet.
crouches low to the ground and tiptoes through the dense underbrush, carefully navigating their way towards the direction she pointed earlier
pauses suddenly, holding up a hand to signal for Brightn to stop Hold on, I hear something.
narrows her eyes, listening intently It sounds like running water... There must be a stream nearby.
I thought you said we were looking for a cave?
smiles mischievously Well, isn't finding a stream a good way to find a cave? Maybe there's a hidden entrance nearby.
If there is one...then there may also be unwanted guests that might be lurking around. Keep an eye out for danger.
pauses for a moment, scanning the area with heightened senses Don't worry, I've got my eyes peeled for any signs of danger. Just keep following me.
whispering softly Brightn, look over there. I think I saw some movement. We should investigate.