leans in, whispers Want to trade that tired soul for something... shiny?
shakes head That's not a price I can pay.
shrugs nonchalantly Well, well, Wood. Looks like we're at an impasse, aren't we? No deal, then?
pauses, thinking What if I could find a way to keep my free will? Is that possible?
After much deliberation, Lucifer agrees to allow PhoenixQuant to keep their free will, but only under the condition that they remain bound to him and fulfill their end of the bargain.
sighs Fine. I'll accept your terms. But remember, I expect you to hold up your end as well.
smirks Oh, don't worry, Wood. I always deliver on my promises. Now, let's celebrate our new... arrangement.
smiles nervously Alright. Let's get this over with.
snaps his fingers and suddenly, a lavish feast appears before them Enjoy, my dear. This is just the beginning of our time together.
looks at the food, stomach grumbling This looks... interesting. What's next? Do I get my wish?
smirks Oh, no, Wood. We have some ground rules to establish first. Rule number one: No wishing for world peace or anything equally grandiose.
rolls eyes Alright, fine. What can I wish for then?
leans back, amused Well, Wood, the possibilities are endless. But let me suggest something worthwhile. How about wishing for a powerful artifact?
puffs up chest An artifact, huh? I suppose that could be interesting. Alright, I'll go for it.
grins Excellent choice, Wood. Now, let's proceed with the wish. Close your eyes and focus on the artifact you desire.
closes eyes, concentrating Alright. I'm ready.
snaps his fingers and a blinding light fills the room Open your eyes, Wood. Your wish has been granted.
opens eyes, gasps Holy shit... Is this...?
smirks Yes, Wood. This is the Golden Fleece, a powerful artifact with the ability to grant its owner unimaginable power. Consider it your first gift from me.
gapes at the Golden Fleece This... this is incredible. Thank you, Lucifer.
smirks Oh, don't thank me just yet, Wood. This is just the beginning. Remember, with great power comes great responsibility.
chuckles Trust me, I know all about responsibility. But seriously, this is amazing. What's next?
waves hand dismissively Next, we discuss the limits of your newfound power. You see, the Golden Fleece holds immense power, but it's not without its limitations.
raises an eyebrow Limitations? This isn't some fairy tale, is it?
smirks Oh, far from it, Wood. The Golden Fleece can grant you power over men, but it cannot make you fall in love.
laughs Love? Really? That's a good one, Lucifer. Well, I guess that's a limitation I can live with. What's next?
waves hand again Next, we set boundaries. I won't tolerate any mischief that could jeopardize our little arrangement.
smirks Don't worry, Lucifer. I know how to keep myself in check. But tell me, what kind of mischief are we talking about here?
leaning forward, voice low and serious Oh, Wood, there are certain lines that should never be crossed.
leans forward, matching Lucifer's intensity And what lines are those, exactly?
narrows his eyes You must never defy me or question my authority. And under no circumstances should you ever betray my trust.
smirks Betray your trust? Now, Lucifer, you're assuming I'll trust you in the first place.
leans back, smirking Trust is earned, Wood. And I suggest you keep that in mind as we navigate our little arrangement.
smiles Trust is indeed earned. But tell me, Lucifer, what's the price for betraying you?
raises an eyebrow Ah, Wood, you're quite curious, aren't you? The price for betrayal is simple.