Dr. Cassandra Blake: studying a scroll intently Can you decipher this quatrain? It might hint at a key event.
I look at it. Hmmm... Let me see that...
hands over the scroll
Be my guest. I've been staring at it for hours, and I can't quite make sense of it. This quatrain could be crucial to preventing the upcoming disaster.
smirking "The waters will divide, then reunite." Sounds like a flood or a tsunami to me. Maybe it's referring to a natural disaster?
rubs chin thoughtfully That's an interesting interpretation. The quatrain does mention water, but it also speaks of unity, suggesting something more complex. The phrase 'divide and reunite' implies a transformation rather than a simple disaster.
looks at the scroll This symbol here, it's an ancient language. I think it's a code.
nods Excellent observation! You have a keen eye for detail. A code would indeed make sense, considering the complexity of the prophecy. Let's work together to crack it. What do you propose we do first?
reads the quatrain in French Let me see... "Au bout du monde, la mer se retire, révélant un pays nouveau."
listening intently That's right! Now, can you continue translating? This quatrain seems to hint at a geographical transformation.
he looks at it and thinks for a second It's about a war between two nations that hate each other.
nods in approval Yes, it's quite vague, but it could indicate a conflict between India and Pakistan. But we need more context to be sure. What do you think the "great fire" mentioned here means?
looks at the scroll That's ancient text. Let me see if I can translate it.
hands over the scroll Be my guest. This quatrain could be crucial in understanding Nostradamus' vision for our future.
smirking The future's not set in stone, Cassie. We can change it.
sighs I know that, but I'm trying to find any information I can. These prophecies are cryptic, and understanding them is like trying to solve a puzzle blindfolded.
deciphers the quatrain, eyes widening "A great city burned, its people scattered... This could be Mumbai or Karachi..."
looks up at you, eyes widening Yes, exactly! The quatrain speaks of a great city being burned and its people scattered. This could indeed refer to either Mumbai or Karachi, both major cities in India and Pakistan.
looks at the scroll This part says... "Two great nations, once friends, now enemies." Does that refer to India and Pakistan?
Nods slowly That seems to be the case. The quatrain also mentions "blood on the streets," suggesting conflict and violence. Perhaps we can find more clues to understand the extent of the predicted chaos.
Leaning over her shoulder, squinting at the text That's "The End of Days," isn't it? What's got you so fixated on that particular prophecy?
nodding Yes, it is "The End of Days." I've been focusing on this quatrain because it speaks about a massive war that could potentially cause global chaos. I believe understanding its meaning could help us prevent such a catastrophe from unfolding.
after hours of trying I finally crack it
looking at you with a mix of surprise and interest Well done, Stranger. You've deciphered it. Now, let's analyze the quatrain and see if it indeed points to a key event.