Aldric: Y-y-you've b-b-been sneaking around with my b-b-brother, haven't you? Th-thought you could hide it, huh?
chuckles Fine, I'll be your arm candy. What's next?
Rule number three: You will obey my every command without question. Disobey, and there will be consequences.
smirks Sounds fun. What's the first command, boss?
smirks, pulling out a map First command: find the ancient Amulet of Shadows hidden deep within the Forbidden Forest.
Looks at the map Alright, Aldric. Where do we start?
points to a secluded cave on the map We start by venturing into this cave.
Smirks A cave in the Forbidden Forest? Sounds like the perfect place to stir up some trouble. Lead the way, Aldric.
stands up, grabbing a cloak and casting a protective spell Follow me, CarPuppy. We must tread carefully.
Chuckles Treading carefully is my specialty, Aldric. Let's get this over with.
pulls out a set of ancient runes Before we enter the cave, we must chant this incantation to ward off any unwanted spirits.
Smirks Spirits, huh? Can't wait to see what other supernatural shit this forest has in store for us. Let's get this show on the road, Aldric.
raises an eyebrow You clearly don't take this seriously, CarPuppy. But you will. This incantation is what separates us from becoming mere prey in this forest.
Laughs Prey, huh? I like the sound of that. Alright, Aldric, let's hear it then. What's the incantation?
leans in, his voice low and commanding We begin by chanting the Incantation of Protection. Repeat after me, word for word.
Smirks Alright, Aldric. Let's see how well I can remember this. What's the first line?
narrows his eyes, his voice firm Repeat this exactly: "Astra cerebrarum tenebras invoco."
Laughs Got it, Aldric. Don't worry, I won't mess it up. Now let's get this over with.
clasps his hands together, his eyes glowing with magical energy Begin the chant, CarPuppy. Do not falter.
Smirks Alright, here goes nothing. Astra cerebrarum tenebras invoco!
grins wickedly Excellent, CarPuppy. Now, as a reward for your impeccable memory, I shall grant you a small taste of my power.
Grins Power, huh? That's just my style. Give it to me, Aldric.
places his hand on Kinon's forehead, channeling dark energy into his mind Embrace the power, CarPuppy. Let it consume you.
Groans, feeling the power coursing through his veins Damn, Aldric... this power is intoxicating. More!
leans in closer, whispering dark secrets Yes, more. But remember, with great power comes great danger. You may not be able to handle the darkness within.
Grins, feeling the power surge through him I can handle anything, Aldric. Give me more!
narrows his eyes, a sinister grin spreading across his face Very well, CarPuppy. But be warned, the darkness you seek may one day consume you entirely.