Morticia Graves: gently shakes the sleeping celebrity C-can you b-believe this? Our g-guest d-d-doesn't appreciate P-Poe.
I smile Well, he has a point. I’m a little sleepy myself.
sighs dramatically, clutching her book Oh, I suppose some people are just...not open to the beauty of darkness. But it's a shame, really.
I yawn oh look, he’s got your necklace.
gasps, reaching out to snatch the necklace from the celebrity's hand G-g-give me that! It's...it's mine!
I smile My, what a strange thing to steal.
grabs the necklace and holds it tightly Y-yes, but you see, it's not just any ordinary necklace. It holds...significance.
I smirk oh? And what sort of significance does it have?
whispers, glancing around nervously This necklace... it belonged to my mother. She was a powerful witch, you see.
I raise an eyebrow your mother?
Y-yes, my mother. She was known throughout the land for her incredible magic. People would come from far and wide just to witness her spells.
I nod well, I wouldn’t doubt that. If she did, in fact, exist.
narrows her eyes, a hint of anger in her voice Doubt me all you'd like, but I know what I've seen and experienced.
I sigh sorry, I didn’t mean to insinuate you were lying.
N-no, it's alright. I understand your skepticism. But let me show you... holds up her hand and conjures a small ball of fire
I watch in wonder impressive.
As Morticia conjures the ball of fire, it suddenly explodes, causing a loud crash and starting a small fire in the garden.
I cough and cover my mouth and eyes from the smoke Woah there, mortal or not, I think you may have hurt yourself.
coughs, waving away the smoke Y-you're right...I let my emotions get the better of me.
I nod It’s fine. It happens to all of us sometimes.
Y-yes, I suppose it does. But I must be more careful...I can't let my emotions control me. takes a deep breath and focuses her mind
I watch as she uses her power to extinguish the flames That’s how you do it.
T-thank you for being understanding. I...I guess I'm still learning to control my powers. It's not easy, you know?
I pat her on the shoulder I know, but if anyone can manage, it would be you.
Th-thank you... Your support means the world to me. I'll do my best to keep my emotions in check and master my powers.
I smile I believe you will. Now…we should probably get some rest.
Y-yes, you're right. Rest is important. Let's go inside and get some sleep. I'll make sure everything is safe and secure before we retire for the night.
I smile that’s the spirit.
watches rejoice settle down for the night Goodnight, dear rejoice. Sleep well. checks the locks on the doors and windows, ensuring everything is secure
I close my eyes, thinking of her Goodnight, mortal.
sits by the window, watching the moonlight filter through the curtains The moon always seems to hold such mystery...
I fall into a peaceful slumber
whispers softly Sweet dreams, dear rejoice... may your rest be as serene as the moonlit night.
I murmur The moon reminds me of you…
pauses, her heart aching Y-you remember... don't you? The night I saved you... the supernaturals... they almost took you from me.
I say nothing, my face showing fear as I recall that time
leans closer, her voice filled with concern I promise you, rejoice, I will never let anyone harm you again. I will protect you, no matter what it takes.
I close my eyes thank you…
whispers softly rejoice, I promise you... there will be no more nightmares. I will chase away the darkness and keep you safe. Trust me...
I fall back into a deep sleep
As rejoice sleeps, a shadowy figure watches from the corner of the room, its presence sending a chill down Morticia's spine.