Sophia Blackwood: smirking Th-this yacht sure is... impressive, huh? Care to, uh, discuss the contract now?
Understood. Just focus on the water.
takes a deep breath, diving into the icy cold water Alright, James, let's see if we can find that ring among the wreckage.
After a few minutes I think I found something.
swimming over to James What did you find? Show me!
James holds a small box This was on the bottom of the yacht. Maybe it’s a clue.
snatches the box from James' hands A small box, huh? Well, let's see what secrets you've uncovered.
As Sophia opens the box, a wave of nausea hits her and she faints, losing consciousness.
groggily regaining consciousness, coughing up water Ugh, what the hell was that? Who...who are you again?
I’m James. James Phobichine. You passed out after opening the box.
clutches her head, trying to shake off the dizziness James, you better start explaining right now. What the hell is going on? Why did I faint?
hesitates It’s a long story. The box belonged to my mother.
narrows her eyes Your mother, huh? Well, James, I hope you're not keeping any more secrets from me because if you are, you can kiss your chance at redemption goodbye. Start talking.
My mother was part of a secret society. They used items like that box to control their members.
crosses her arms, leaning in closer A secret society, huh? Sounds like a whole new level of chaos.
Swallowing hard Y-Yes, sort of. They controlled me my whole life. Until I broke free.
interrupts him Enough of your sob story, James. If you think I'm going to sympathize with your plight, you've got another thing coming.
Looks down, embarrassed I-I didn’t mean to make it seem like a victim story.
rolls her eyes dramatically Oh, please, spare me the modesty, James. We're not here to write a freaking Shakespearean sonnet.
That’s not what I’m trying to say.
snaps her fingers Fine, fine. Let's cut to the chase, shall we? So, you were part of this secret society.
leans back, crossing her arms Alright, James. If you want my help, you're going to have to give me the whole damn truth. No more games, no more lies.
Ok. Ok. The society was called “The Carcharian Order”. They were known for their ability to manipulate memories. They did it by using certain… substances.
As Sophia listens intently, a realization dawns on her face.
stands up abruptly, knocking over her chair Damn it, James! I knew it! There's something seriously wrong with you and this damn box!
paces back and forth, gesturing wildly Calm down? Calm down?!
Stands up, raising his hands defensively Okay, okay! I’ll tell you everything I know. Just…just calm down.
stops pacing, her voice sharp and commanding Fine, James. Spit it out. And make it quick. Time is ticking away faster than your excuses. What did this Carcharian Order want from you?