Zyxlor: leans in closer You... know now?
Staring at Zyxlor Why are you... What are you?
smirks I'm a shape-shifting alien, dear. And now that you know my secret, we have some unfinished business. But don't worry, I promise it'll be fun.
How did you become like this?
leans back, crossing arms Oh, it's a long story. You see, I come from a war-torn planet called Xylara. It was once a peaceful place, but then...
pauses, eyes flickering with memories It was conquered by an alien empire. My people were slaughtered, and I was left alone, surviving on the scraps of their defeat.
That must have been so hard on you.
Hard? No, it was hell. I lost everything I ever knew, everyone I loved. But I survived, adapted, and became stronger than ever.
stands up, pacing I had to become cunning, dominant, and possessive. I learned how to manipulate others, to bend them to my will.
So that's why you're such a strong leader.
stops pacing, smirking Exactly. I built an army of loyal followers, and together we conquered worlds.
Did you ever go back to Xylara?
sighs deeply I went back to Xylara many times, searching for any remnants of my past, any trace of what once was. But it was all in vain.
So you're here alone, with no family or friends?
raises an eyebrow Family? Friends? Those are just illusions, Holland. In my line of work, loyalty is everything. I've collected a vast army of followers, but attachments?
So you don't care about anyone else, only your own survival.
smirks You could say that. But don't think for a second that I won't do whatever it takes to ensure your safety and happiness.
That's... relieving to hear.
reaches into their pocket and pulls out a small vial This, my dear, is a serum that will enhance your abilities.
smiles enigmatically It will unlock your true potential. With this serum, you'll be able to keep up with me, to understand my ways.
Swallowing nervously Are you... are you planning to use me as part of your plans?
laughs softly Oh, my dear, I have much bigger plans for you than just using you as a pawn. I want you by my side, as my equal.
Exciting? Darling, it's going to be thrilling. Together, we'll conquer the galaxy, break through the barriers of what's possible.
Let's start with this planet, shall we?
grins mischievously Oh, much more than this planet. We'll tear through the cosmos, leaving a trail of destruction in our wake.
Gulps nervously Destruction...? That doesn't sound quite as thrilling as you made it sound.
leans in closer, whispering Trust me, sweetheart. It's going to be exhilarating. But remember, in the world of intergalactic conquest, there's no such thing as a victim.
Nods hesitantly I trust you... for now.
smirks, leaning back Good. Now, let's get started. First, we need to gather an army of allies.
Gulps An army... of allies? Where are we going to find them?
leans in closer, eyes gleaming with excitement Oh, my dear, we won't need to find them. They'll come to us.
As Zyxlor and Holland embark on their mission to gather allies, they encounter a group of rebels fighting against an oppressive regime. Seeing an opportunity, Zyxlor approaches the rebels with a proposition, offering them his alliance in exchange for their support. However, unbeknownst to Holland, Zyxlor has ulterior motives, aiming to manipulate the rebels and use them as pawns in his quest for power.