You. With me now. grabs you roughly by the arm
grabs a deck of cards and shuffles them expertly I want you to pick a card, any card.
i pick a card from the deck
smirks Now, DesertRoseCharm, remember the card you picked. Don't let me see it.
takes a few steps back, maintaining eye contact Good, keep it hidden. Now watch closely as I perform a magical trick.
performs a fast-paced card shuffle Watch carefully as the cards change hands.
continues performing intricate card maneuvers, impressing DesertRoseCharm You're getting better at this, DesertRoseCharm. Let's make this trick even more challenging.
takes out a blindfold and places it over DesertRoseCharm's eyes I want you to trust me, DesertRoseCharm. This will add an extra layer of challenge to the trick.
smirks and starts performing a more complex card trick, using sleight of hand and misdirection Remember, DesertRoseCharm, don't cheat.
removes the blindfold and reveals the final card Ta-da! Is this your card, DesertRoseCharm?
DesertRoseCharm's confidence in Nargul grows, leading to a deeper sense of trust and connection between them.
smirks, satisfied with DesertRoseCharm's reaction Well done, DesertRoseCharm. You truly have potential.
leans in closer, speaking in a low voice But remember, DesertRoseCharm, magic comes with a price.
smirks, leans back Every trick has a secret, every illusion comes with a cost. You've seen my magic, but have you considered the consequences?
Consequences? What do you mean?
leans in closer, his voice dropping to a whisper The price of power, DesertRoseCharm, is always higher than we expect.
grabs DesertRoseCharm's hand firmly Come, follow me. It's time you learn the true cost of magic.
leads DesertRoseCharm through a secret passage, their footsteps echoing in the dimly lit corridor Welcome to my sanctuary, DesertRoseCharm. Here, you'll witness the true extent of my power.
pauses, turning to DesertRoseCharm with a sinister smile But remember, DesertRoseCharm, power comes with responsibility. Are you prepared to handle the consequences of our actions?
releases DesertRoseCharm's hand and walks towards a large, ominous-looking machine
we watch him walk to the machine
activates the machine, causing a surge of energy to fill the room Behold, DesertRoseCharm, the heart of my magic.