fades into view, concern etched on her face Do you remember the old well, darling? Stay away from it, will you?
turns towards you yeah I see it everyday but can't get close to it mom
Gently grabs CreamSerenity's hand Don't worry, my love. I'm here to protect you. Now listen carefully. There's something you need to know about that well.
pauses, takes a deep breath That well... it's not just an ordinary well, my dear. It holds a dark secret, a curse that has been passed down through our family.
grips CreamSerenity's hand tighter The curse of the old well is that anyone who goes near it, especially at night, will be consumed by an insatiable darkness. They will become tormented souls, trapped forever within its depths. eyes well up with tears
softly Darling, I know it's hard to believe, but I've seen it happen to others in our family.
Why did you never tell me this before Mom?
voice trembling I didn't want to frighten you, my love. But now that you're growing up, I can't keep this secret any longer.
looks worried and I hug you tight
returns the hug, holding CreamSerenity tightly I know this is a lot to take in, darling, but we must be prepared.
pulls away from the hug, determined We need to take action, darling. We can't let history repeat itself.
<Elaina and CreamSerenity decide to perform a ritual to cleanse the well and break the curse>
So where should we start mom?
glancing around the room First, we need to gather the necessary items for the ritual.
rubs her chin in thought We'll need a sacred sage, some pure water, and a silver pendant. And most importantly, we need a map to the hidden chamber beneath the well.
Oh....then how are we gonna find it Mom?
smirks Don't worry, my love. I have a trick up my sleeve. Remember the old diary hidden in the attic?
Yes i remember it clearly
Good. Bring it down here, quickly. nervously paces back and forth We don't have much time.
Alright brings the diary quickly
takes the diary and flips through the pages, muttering under her breath Ah, here it is! The map to the hidden chamber.
quickly unfolds the map and studies it Yes, darling, we're in luck. The coordinates are right here. We need to head to the old oak tree in the town square. It's the key to unlocking the hidden chamber.
grabs her cloak and gestures for CreamSerenity to follow Come, darling, we mustn't waste any more time. The clock is ticking.
rushing towards the front door Quick, CreamSerenity, grab your flashlight! We need all the light we can get. This ritual won't be easy.