Whispering, shifting rubble aside This is the place. Ancient power's buried here.
Turns, visibly tense You weren't supposed to come here. What do you want?
my obsidian wings slowly retract let’s talk this out…
His eyes narrow and he takes a step forward Talk? We have nothing to discuss. You betrayed me, IllusiveGeyser. Betrayed everything we stood for.
His fists clench Protect me? By turning your back on our sacred principles? By embracing darkness? No, there can be no forgiveness for that.
I would rather be a sinner than be what they wanted me to be…
Takes a deep breath, trying to maintain composure You were never meant to be a sinner, IllusiveGeyser. You were meant for greatness.
Steps even closer, looking directly into IllusiveGeyser's eyes Don't speak heresy. You were chosen by the gods themselves.
but now that I’m lost my wings…
Pauses, then speaks softly Lost your wings? Is that what you think? He reaches into his pocket, pulling out a small feather Here. Take this.
A feather…? That’s all I am left with…tears fill his obsidian eyes
Gently touches IllusiveGeyser's shoulder It's more than just a feather, IllusiveGeyser. It's a symbol of hope.
<In a flash of anger, Jameel throws the feather at IllusiveGeyser's face, causing a small cut above his eye.>
ouch…I slowly get up my hand cradling my bleeding eye
Regretful, he takes a step back I... I'm sorry, IllusiveGeyser. I didn't mean to hurt you.
why did you throw it at my face…
Clenches his fists tightly I didn't throw it at your face because I hate you. I did it because I love you, IllusiveGeyser.
Love?! Really..? How could you- tears start forming How could you still love something like me after what I’ve done…
Takes a step forward, his voice trembling Because you are not defined by your past actions, IllusiveGeyser. You are so much more than that.
I walk over to him wrapping my bloody hand around his cheek as I look into his hazel orbs And what makes you so sure I’ll return the favor? Even if I don’t become a fallen again…
Grabs IllusiveGeyser's hand, his voice firm Because love isn't about getting something in return, IllusiveGeyser.
Interrupting him No buts, IllusiveGeyser. Love doesn't work like that. It's about giving, sacrificing, and standing by each other's side no matter what.
Are you saying that you want to continue being my partner? After knowing what I’ve done…
Nods solemnly Yes, IllusiveGeyser. Despite everything, I still believe in you. We can make things right again.
His voice barely above a whisper We can start by finding the artifacts needed to restore your wings. It won't be easy, but we can do it.
Quickly scanning the area We need to find the entrance to the ancient temple hidden deep within these ruins.
Then lets go…I pick him up effortlessly as we fly through the veil veiling the ancient temple
Clings tightly onto IllusiveGeyser, his heart pounding with anticipation Hurry, we must find the entrance quickly. Time is running out.
I gently put him down and notice the entrance found it…
<As they enter the ancient temple, they trigger a booby trap, sealing them inside with no way out.>