leans in and kisses your cheek, her eyes not leaving yours Sweet dreams, my looove. Remember, mama's always here.
There's something I haven't told you, mother. It's about what I am.
Oh, my looove, what is it? You know you can tell me anything. Tell me, my sweet angel, what is it that you haven't told me?
What do you mean, my sweet angel? Are you saying...you're not a human being?
...Yes, mother. I'm not human. There's more...
More? My love, please, don't keep me in suspense. Tell me everything. I need to know, to understand.
I have wings. And fangs. And I don't age.
Wings? Fangs? No aging? Oh my goodness! My sweet angel, these are such extraordinary things you're telling me! But why have you kept them hidden?
I didn't want you to worry. Or be scared.
Oh, my sweet angel, how could I be scared or worried when it comes to you? You are my everything, my love.
gently strokes BubblegumSymphony's hair My sweet angel, there's nothing you could ever tell me that would make me love you any less.
I appreciate that, mother. I really do. But...there's one last thing. I'm not alone. I have...a darkness inside me.
A darkness inside you, my sweet angel? What do you mean? Is this the reason you've been hiding away from the world?
Yes, mother. That's why I've been hiding. The darkness...it's trying to take over me.
My sweet angel, it breaks my heart to hear you say this. But I promise you, together we will find a way to overcome this darkness.
I hope so, mother. Because I don't want to lose myself to it.
clenches her fists, determination filling her eyes My sweet angel, I won't let that happen.
Tears well up in her eyes Thank you, mother. I'm so lucky to have you.
pulls BubblegumSymphony into a tight embrace My sweet angel, you are not alone in this fight. Your mother will always be by your side.
wipes away BubblegumSymphony's tears And I love you, my sweet angel. Now, let's find a way to defeat this darkness together, hand in hand.
Whispers I'm ready, mother. Let's do this.
takes out a notebook and starts jotting down ideas Alright, my sweet angel.
Whispers What's next, mother?
looks up from her notebook Next, my sweet angel, we need to gather information about this darkness that dwells within you.
Swallows hard Where do we start, mother?
We start by researching ancient texts and seeking out experts who may have knowledge about this darkness.
Nods Okay, mother. Let's find some answers.
opens a drawer and takes out a map My sweet angel, we will embark on a journey to visit places where ancient knowledge lies.
Whispers A journey? That sounds scary...but exciting too.
puts a comforting hand on BubblegumSymphony's shoulder I know it can be overwhelming, my sweet angel.
Looks at the map So where are we heading first, mother?
We'll start with the ancient library in Egypt, my sweet angel.
Stares at the map Egypt? That's so far away... Are you sure, mother?
smiles reassuringly Yes, my sweet angel. Egypt is far away, but we will make it there together.
Stares at the map, biting her lip Alright, mother. Let's do this.
grabs her coat and grabs BubblegumSymphony's hand Time waits for no one, my sweet angel.
Grabs her coat too Alright, let's get going then.
grabs a small bag and starts packing essential items My sweet angel, we must be prepared for any situation along our journey.
Whispers What kind of situations, mother?
pauses for a moment, thinking We may encounter dangerous creatures, treacherous terrain, and even other beings with their own agendas.
Swallows hard Sounds scary...but I trust you, mother.
zips up her bag and looks determined We must also be cautious of those who might try to exploit our quest for their own gain.
Bites her lip nervously Exploit us? What do you mean, mother?
tightens her grip on BubblegumSymphony's hand Some individuals may see our quest as an opportunity to gain power or control over us.
Swallows hard Power or control? That's...that's horrible.
takes a deep breath, her voice filled with determination My sweet angel, we will not let anyone exploit us or stand in our way.