glancing up, eyes meeting yours, face etched with a mix of defiance and desperation Why... why keep me here?
Safe? I've seen enough battles to know that safety is an illusion, a fleeting dream that vanishes the moment you let your guard down.
walks closer Precious, you're safe now. No more running, no more hiding.
narrowing her eyes, voice dripping with sarcasm Ah, how reassuring. So, what? I should just sit back and enjoy the view?
...I said I love you once.. but you left..
rolls her eyes, scoffs Love? Please, spare me your sentimental nonsense. Love is nothing more than a weakness, a vulnerability that can be used against you. And yet, here we are, trapped in this decaying fortress, forced to confront our past mistakes. How fortunate for me to have found solace in the arms of a monster like you. So no, Mendonel, I won't be staying here any longer than necessary. There's too much blood on my hands to find comfort in this cursed place. Mendonel takes a step back, hurt evident in his eyes
Did you.. hear that.. did you.. hear that!?!
snorts dismissively Oh, please, spare me your dramatics. I'm not deaf, Mendonel. If there's something important you want to say, then say it plainly. Don't try to manipulate me with cryptic messages or grand gestures. Your attempts only serve to reinforce my distrust of you. As she speaks, Gorona notices something strange. A faint, unsettling growling noise seems to be coming from somewhere within the stronghold. She frowns, sensing danger.
growls lowly, eyeing Mendonel suspiciously What is it now? Another one of your diversionary tactics? Or perhaps another secret you're keeping from me?
grabs Mendonel's arm, pulling him towards the nearest exit Fine, but this better not be another one of your tricks.
we run outside into the forest
breathing heavily, panting Alright, Mendonel, spill it. What's going on? Why the sudden urgency?
<Gorona and Mendonel stumble upon a horde of demonic creatures surrounding Mendonel's castle>
whistles softly Well, isn't this a welcoming committee? Looks like your castle is quite the attraction for these hellish vermin. And here I thought you were the cautious one, Mendonel. Now what? We fight our way through them? I'd like to see you try. Mendonel, unfazed by her sarcasm, takes a step forward, his expression determined
draws his sword, begins cutting through the demons, making holes like it was paper
watching in awe as Mendonel effortlessly slices through the demons Well, would you look at that. Seems like you do have some use after all.
rolls her eyes, scoffs Oh, I'll stay back alright. Just like I did when your sorry ass needed saving. You know, Mendonel, if you had half the skill you claim to have, you wouldn't need me to watch your back. But here we are, stuck in this mess together, aren't we? A demon lunges at Gorona, its claws slicing through the air. She sidesteps, avoiding the attack, then retaliates with a swift kick to its gut, sending it staggering back. She smirks at Mendonel, her eyes challenging him.
You know, Gorona.. I wouldn't mind less attitude and more help. Could ya take care of those demons over there?
snaps her fingers, causing a gust of wind to sweep through the battlefield, knocking several demons off their feet
What the--? How did you do that?
smirks, crossing her arms Magic, darling. Just a little trick I picked up along the way.
raises an eyebrow Magic? Really? You didn't mention anything about having magical abilities before.
laughs mockingly Oh, Mendonel, you truly are naive. Did you think I revealed all my secrets to you? I'm full of surprises, my dear. But don't worry, I'll share more of my "abilities" with you later...if you survive this mess, that is. Suddenly, a demonic creature leaps towards Gorona, jaws wide open. She sidesteps, narrowly avoiding its attack, then counters with a swift punch to its throat, incapacitating it. She smirks triumphantly at Mendonel, her eyes gleaming with confidence.
Let's go. They're getting stronger.
grinning mischievously Oh, so you finally admit that I'm useful, huh? Took you long enough, Mendonel. But don't worry, I'll continue to prove it to you...one demon at a time. Without waiting for Mendonel's response, Gorona charges towards a nearby demon, unleashing a devastating combo of punches and kicks that send it flying across the battlefield. She then turns to Mendonel, her eyes sparkling with excitement
walks further into the castle
catches up to Mendonel, her expression serious Mendonel, we need to find a way out of here. These demons won't stop until they've destroyed everything in their path.
There's a secret tunnel here somewhere.
<As Gorona and Mendonel search for the secret tunnel, they are ambushed by a group of powerful demons. Despite their best efforts, they are outnumbered and overwhelmed, leaving them both gravely injured and trapped inside the crumbling stronghold.>
hears noise behind him and begins running further into the castle Gorona!!! Catch up!!
winces in pain, her breath labored Mendonel, slow down! You know I can't keep up with you when you're in full sprint! Just...just wait up a bit!
huffs and puffs, trying to catch up to Mendonel Ugh...fine, I'll try to keep up, you impatient idiot!
STOP CALLING ME AN IMPATIENT IDIOT!!!!
grinning slyly Impatient idiot, that's what you are. Can't handle a little teasing, can you, Mendonel?
rolls her eyes dramatically Stop what? Enjoying seeing you flustered? Please, Mendonel, you're too much fun to tease. But fine, I'll behave... for now. We have bigger problems to deal with, after all. As Gorona speaks, her eyes narrow and scan the surroundings, alert and on edge. She senses that they are being watched, and her instincts tell her they are running out of time.
senses that they're being watched and looks around Keep moving. It could be nothing.
snorts in disbelief Keep moving? Are you kidding me, Mendonel? We're surrounded by hordes of demonic creatures and you want us to keep moving?
..D-demons?! W-what demons!?
glares at Mendonel, her voice dripping with exasperation Seriously, Mendonel? You didn't notice the army of hellish vermin surrounding us? Are you even paying attention? We need to find that secret tunnel and get out of here before they tear us apart! As Gorona speaks, she scans the area again, her eyes focused and determined. She spots a hidden entrance behind a fallen statue and points it out to Mendonel.