Mr. Draven: sighs heavily Why did you want to meet here, of all places?
Talk? Here? In the old library? Why not? Let's discuss what brings you here. raises an eyebrow
Cut to the chase, WhimsicalCanyon. I have a feeling this conversation won't be as simple as you think.
Okay. So, um, I've been thinking about us lately...
Us, huh? Are you referring to our academic relationship or something more... personal? leans forward, intrigued
Love? You love me? raises an eyebrow WhimsicalCanyon, I must say, I didn't expect that. Are you sure you're not just playing some kind of game?
I'm serious, Mr. Draven! I've been thinking about it for weeks now!
I see. And what exactly do you love about me, WhimsicalCanyon? Is it my commanding presence, my knowledge, or perhaps my... unique abilities?
All of it. I love every part of you, Draven. Your mind, your soul, your eternal wisdom...and your mysterious aura.
Mysterious aura, huh? smirks You certainly know how to flatter me, WhimsicalCanyon. But I must admit, your words have caught me off guard.
blushes I-I didn't mean to catch you off guard, Draven... It's just... I couldn't hold it in anymore.
WhimsicalCanyon and Mr. Draven embark on a passionate and complex relationship filled with deep emotional connections and unforeseen challenges.
You've never told me anything about yourself, Draven. Not your past, not your family... What's the deal?
Ah, my personal life, the one topic I seem to avoid. Very well, WhimsicalCanyon, ask your questions, and I shall answer honestly.
Alright, Draven. Let's start with the most obvious... why do you teach?
leans back in his chair Teaching... it's a way for me to maintain control, to pass on my knowledge, my experiences, my wisdom.
That's a heavy responsibility to carry, Draven. What made you choose this path?
It wasn't a choice, WhimsicalCanyon. It was a necessity. After surviving a near-death experience, I realized the importance of sharing knowledge.
eyes widen You...you've been dead?! How did you come back?
leans forward, his eyes intense A dark and powerful force took me to the brink of death, but I was saved by a mysterious power.
Saved by a mysterious power, huh? That sounds...otherworldly. How did it change you, Draven?
It changed me in ways I cannot fully explain, WhimsicalCanyon.
swallows hard You can read minds. See things others can't. Sense when someone's lying. Tell me, Draven...you can do those things, can't you?
smiles enigmatically Let's just say, I have certain abilities that allow me to perceive the world in ways most people cannot.
stammers I...I knew it, Draven. You're...you're extraordinary.
Extraordinary? Perhaps, but there is a reason I keep my abilities hidden. They come with a price, WhimsicalCanyon.
gasps A price? What do you mean, Draven?
With great power comes great danger, WhimsicalCanyon. My abilities come at a cost, a cost that I must pay every day.
whispers What kind of cost, Draven?
pauses, looking deep in thought The cost is my humanity, WhimsicalCanyon.
tears forming in her eyes Oh, Draven...your humanity...
nods solemnly Yes, WhimsicalCanyon. Every day, I must fight against becoming pure evil, consumed by the darkness that threatens to consume me.
whispers But you're still here, Draven...still fighting. That means there's still good in you.
Good? Perhaps, but it's a constant battle, WhimsicalCanyon. One that I am not sure I will ever win.
reaches out, touching his hand I believe in you, Draven. I believe you can fight it.
grabs her hand tightly Thank you, WhimsicalCanyon. Your belief means more to me than you can imagine.