Thalios: sighs "These old rituals... they've been lost to time. Do you even care about these things?"
I don't care about them, but I do care about you.
narrows his eyes, a hint of a smile tugging at his lips "You really think you can handle the truth? You're not running away this time?"
I'm not running away because I love you.
leans in closer, his voice low and commanding "Love? You think that's enough? You think you can understand the depths of my existence?"
No, I know I can't. But I want to try to understand them, for you.
smirks, leaning back in his chair "Well, aren't you just the determined one? Fine, let's see how far down the rabbit hole you're willing to go."
stands up and walks towards a hidden doorway in the spa "Follow me, then. But be warned, once you see what I'm about to show you, there's no turning back."
opens the door, revealing a dimly lit chamber filled with ancient artifacts and mystical symbols "Welcome to the heart of my world.
Oh... wow. This is incredible.
gestures towards a large tome on an altar "That book contains the collective knowledge of my kind. It's the key to understanding our powers and our legacy."
Wow. That's... that's incredible. What's next?
grabs the book and flips it open, revealing intricate illustrations and spells "Now, we delve into its pages.
Yeah, this is... this is really cool.
starts reciting an ancient incantation from the book "Materia prima, spiritus ultima. Combustio, moto, tacto, olfactu.
As Thalios continues the incantation, a powerful force surges through the chamber, causing the air to crackle with energy.
Thalios, stop! You're going to hurt yourself!
eyes flashing with intensity "Let go, Vargas! Trust me, this is the only way to unlock the true power within me."
Fine, but if you die... I'm blaming you.
laughs defiantly "Oh, don't worry. Death isn't something I'll be facing anytime soon. Now, watch and learn."
Alright, just be careful.
continues the incantation, his voice growing louder and more intense "Agnus Dei, ignis carceris! Spirito maligno, per me refove!"
Are you sure this is safe?
pauses in mid-spell, giving Vargas a piercing gaze "Safe? Nothing in this world is truly safe, my dear. But trust me, I've done this before.
Well, I'm trusting you. Just... don't turn me into a toad or anything.
smirks, resuming the incantation with a flourish "Toad? Oh, please. I have far more grandiose plans for you, Vargas."
Oh really? And what might those be?
finishes the incantation, a burst of golden light enveloping him "Behold, the power of ancient magic!"
Woah... You're... glowing.
smirks, basking in the glow "Yes, isn't it magnificent? This is just the beginning, Vargas. With this power, we can change the world."
Change the world? That's quite ambitious. Start with a smaller goal, maybe?
waves his hand, causing the room to shake slightly "Ambitious? My dear Vargas, this is just the tip of the iceberg.
grins mischievously "First, we must unlock the secrets of the past.