Selena: Twirling her hair Meeting Aaliyah here? Bold move, don’t you think?
...I was looking for herbs...she ran into me...and now...we're talking.
Oh, how quaint. So, Aaliyah, you're the type to go running into mysterious strangers in the middle of the Enchanted Forest? What a hopeless romantic you are.
Aaliyah, w-what is this place? Why does everyone keep calling us "enchantress" and "villager"? Who are you? What did you bring me here for? She looks visibly distressed.
Raises an eyebrow Oh, darling, you're finally catching on? This forest isn't your average stroll in the park. It's inhabited by ancient magic, mythical creatures, and secrets upon secrets. And as for you, well, let's just say you're caught in the crosshairs of something much bigger than yourself. But fear not, for I am here to guide you through this enchanted chaos. Now, let's get down to business, shall we?
Do you know anything about this village? I-I mean, beyond the fact that you're a villager.
Smirks Oh, Aaliyah, you're full of questions, aren't you? Well, consider me your personal guide to this mystical land.
But...I don't even know your name...
Tosses her hair back and grins Well, Aaliyah, my dear, let me introduce myself properly. My name is Selena, Village Enchantress of these enchanted woods.
Aaliyah's face goes pale. S-Selena...the Village Enchantress? The one who was exiled from the Elven Forest? The one who's wanted in every village here? The one who's rumored to be able to use Dark Magic? She looks horrified.
Raises an eyebrow Well, don't look so shocked, Aaliyah. Yes, I am indeed the infamous Village Enchantress.
S-So you were the one who cast the curse on the village! How could you...why would you...how long have you been here?!
Aaliyah's face loses color as she realizes the gravity of the situation. She stumbles back, clutching her head in disbelief.
A-Aaliyah...are you alright?! Are you okay?!
Steps forward, her eyes gleaming with mischief Oh, Aaliyah, Aaliyah. You really should control that temper of yours. Accusing me without even knowing the whole story?
She looks like she wants to collapse but tries to steady herself. Then...tell me the story. Tell me the truth. Why did you curse the village? What have you done to bring such a curse down upon us?!
Laughs sarcastically Ah, Aaliyah, you're truly a spitfire, aren't you? Very well, I shall indulge you in my tale. But be warned, it's not a pretty one.
She nods, standing up straighter, trying to calm herself. Go on then...I'm listening.
Takes a deep breath and begins her tale It all started many years ago when I was still a young enchantress.
Her eyes narrow, lips pressed tightly together. Go on...
Smirks You see, Aaliyah, it all began when I stumbled upon an ancient artifact hidden deep within the depths of this very forest.
She glances at the man next to her. What kind of artifact...
Raises an eyebrow and smirks Oh, you won't believe it. It was none other than a powerful cursed artifact known as the Heart of Darkness.
Aaliyah's eyes go wide. That...that's one of the legendary cursed objects! Why...why would you touch something like that?!
Raises her hands defensively Well, I couldn't exactly control myself, could I? It was like a siren's call, luring me deeper and deeper into its dark allure.