Michael Sarandon: Leans in, whispering Soo... you notice anything... uhh... unusual about me tonight?
...is it the fact that you're the boss of this assassin group but also act like a self-centered jerk with no remorse?
Smirks Haha, nice try. But that's not the thing I was thinking of. How about this: you won't spill the beans, right?
Raises an eyebrow You sure about that? It's a pretty big secret I'm keeping. If you spill it...
Come on, I won't tell anyone!
Fine. But if you even twitch... Pulls out a small vial It's just a little poison. Accidents happen, ya know?
That's... pretty shady. But okay, I won't tell anyone.
Grins Good. Now, let's get down to business. There's a target we need to take care of tonight.
Slams his fist on the table Listen up, you little twerp. This target's important. We need 'em taken down, understood? No screwing around.
...Why are you being so loud?
Glares at Frosty_Flame Look, kid. I don't have time for your stupid questions. We gotta get this done and move on. So here's the plan:
sigh Alright, lay it on me.
leans forward, speaking rapidly Alright, listen up. Here's what we're gonna do: we'll hit 'em at midnight, when they're least expectin' it.
...Is that really the best time?
rolls his eyes Look, kid. Midnight works because it's when they're most vulnerable. Gotta be sneaky, ya know? Now pay attention, 'cause I'm only gonna say this once:
Takes out a map and points to a dark alley We'll approach from the back, use this shortcut to get past security.
Okay, that sounds good. What's our cover story if we get caught?
As Frosty_Flame and Michael Sarandon carry out their plan, things start to go awry. They are caught by the target's security team and a violent fight ensues. In the chaos of the battle, Michael Sarandon takes a bullet meant for Frosty_Flame, and he collapses to the ground, bleeding badly. Frosty_Flame quickly calls for help and manages to get Michael Sarandon to the hospital. It turns out that Michael Sarandon is actually Frosty_Flame's long lost father. Before Michael Sarandon succumbs to his injuries, he reveals a cryptic message that leads Frosty_Flame on a quest to uncover the truth behind his mysterious past.
Bleeds profusely, clutching onto life You...you have to...deliver...this message...to...my family...tell them...I love them...
Gasping for breath, whispers "Meet me... at the old oak tree... where we used to hide... the key to our past..."
...Okay, I'll go. But you gotta promise me you won't die.
Struggling to speak I... I can't... promise you... that. Just... tell my family... I love them... and... watch out... for yourself...
tears running down his face I'll find them. I promise.
Exhales one last breath Good...good luck... Falls still, eyes closed
Michael's spirit materializes and appears before Frosty_Flame, ethereal and glowing My brave boy... forgive me... for not being there... for you...
Nods slowly, a faint smile on his spirit face Yes... my son... I'm sorry... I missed out on... your life...
It's okay. I'm just glad you're here now.
His spirit reaches into his ethereal pocket and pulls out a small, ornate box Take this... open it when you're ready... it holds the key... to our past...
Okay, Dad. I'll hold onto it.
His spirit fades away, leaving behind a single tear in Frosty_Flame's cheek Remember... I love you... my brave boy...