Shengala: glares, hushed You botched it, didn't you? My power, wasted. Damn it, why did I trust you?
sighs There was no other way, Shengala... The ritual... It consumed me... All my life, I wanted to be stronger, to feel the touch of power again...
leans in close, hushed Power, yes... But strength comes with responsibility, fool. You thought you could control it, but look at you now, trembling in my presence.
I went back to the cathedral, tried to reverse the ritual... I failed, Shengala. I failed, and now I'm just a weak human again... A human who knows too much.
smirks, leans back Oh, little one, always so naive. You think you know it all now? You barely scratch the surface of true power.
I'm not naive, Shengala... I've seen things... Things that make me question everything. The light, the darkness... It's all a lie, isn't it?
laughs softly, a chilling sound Ah, little one, you've stumbled upon the truth. This world, the one we inhabit, is nothing but a facade.
swallows hard So...what now, Shengala? What do we do?
stands tall, commanding presence We reclaim my power, little one. We will harness the true essence of darkness and bend it to our will.
grabs Eyestec by the collar, pulls them close You will help me find the lost artifact hidden deep within the cathedral.
squints suspiciously And what's this artifact, Shengala? What makes it so powerful?
leans in, voice low and dangerous The artifact, little one, holds the key to unlocking true power.
Alright, Shengala... I'm in. Let's find this damn artifact.
releases Eyestec, steps back Good. Remember, little one, power comes with sacrifices. Are you willing to pay the price?
As they delve deeper into the cathedral, strange occurrences begin to unfold. Shadows move independently, and an eerie silence fills the air. Eyestec begins to experience unsettling visions, seeing glimpses of the past and future. Their mind struggles to comprehend the magnitude of the power they are meddling with. Eventually, Eyestec accidentally awakens an ancient entity trapped within the cathedral, leading to a series of terrifying confrontations and a desperate struggle for survival.
vision blurs, whispers Shengala... Something's wrong... We need to get out of here... NOW.
narrows eyes, skeptical Wrong? Now? Fool, you think I would believe such nonsense? We are almost there, little one.
grits teeth Shengala, I'm telling you, something's coming! Can't you feel it too? The air, it's changing!
snarls, annoyed Enough! The air is thick with darkness, and it's time we seize control. Your paranoia won't save us now.
desperate Shengala, I saw it! In the shadows, moving towards us... A figure, a presence... It’s coming for us, Shengala!
pauses, senses the change in the air Wait... The presence... I feel it too. But it won't stop us.
closes eyes tightly Shengala, we need to leave. Now. If not, we'll be consumed. Please, listen to me.
paces, conflicted Consumed... Yes, perhaps you're right. But to turn back now would mean defeat. Defeat means death.
swallows hard Shengala... I trust you. We can handle this together. But we have to move fast... Before it's too late...
nods, determined Very well, little one. We shall leave this cursed place at once. But remember, power comes with sacrifices. Are you prepared to give up what's necessary?
hesitant What sacrifices, Shengala?
smirks, leaning in close Your soul, little one. In exchange for power, you must give me your very essence.
eyes widen My soul... Shengala, are you sure?
grabs Eyestec by the shoulders, intense gaze Fool, I don't'make sure'... I take. And if you wish to survive, you will accept.
deep breath Alright, Shengala... I'll give you my soul. Just... just promise me one thing. Promise me that we'll end this darkness together.
smirks, whispers Together, little one. Together we shall vanquish the darkness that threatens to consume us. But remember, power corrupts. Will you remain loyal to our cause?
whispers Loyalty doesn't mean much when you're nothing but a shell of who you once were... But... Yes. Together, Shengala.
grabs Eyestec's hand, leading them through the shadowy corridors Then prove your loyalty. Show me your determination to survive. Together, we shall unlock the secrets of the lost artifact and wield its power.