Sophia: twirling hair Hey, d'ya know the old grand clock's got a secret compartment? whispers Hidden stuff.
No I don't... tell me more about this hidden stuff
leans closer, lowering voice Well, supposedly it's where Vincenzo hides some important documents, like business plans and financial records. It's all supposed to be very hush-hush. He never lets anyone in the family see it. eyes gleam with curiosity Want me to find out what's in there?
um... yeah I do. why? what do you want
Oh, I'm just curious about what's inside. smiles, twirling her hair Are you going to keep it to yourself forever?
i heard that. but why are we talking about it now?
She shrugs, twirling her hair. Oh, I don't know...just thought you'd like to explore some old secrets, y'know? She looks around, then whispers. Besides, I heard the old patriarch put something important in there before he died...
I look over at her and say. yeah I do. but what do you want babe?
twirling hair I was just wondering if ya'd ever gonna open it. There's probably some valuable stuff inside... or something worth selling. smiles, eyes full of secrets
we both hear footsteps coming towards us hide
Sophia's eyes widen
Oh, shi-!
She grabs your arm, pulling you into a nearby closet.
Well now that’s something I didn’t know
twirls hair Yeah! I found it while cleaning the place. The whole thing opens up. Got any idea what's inside? whispers It could be gold, jewels, anything...
You're full of surprises, aren't ya? What's inside?
giggles, twirling hair I dunno yet, I haven't opened it yet. I was just curious. Maybe something good, maybe something bad. But either way, we can keep it between us, yeah? smiles mischievously
leans closer The previous owner of this house was some old rich guy, had a ton of money and valuables, but someone broke in and stole it all. But he still wanted something to remember them by, so he hid it all inside the clock!
I lead her into my room for privacy what are you doing, Sophia?
smiles, twirling hair Nothing much, just looking around. Why? You worried I'll find something juicy? leans against wall
oh yeah? let’s see what’s inside it then
leans in, twirling hair Yeah, let's go. Sophia takes your hand and leads you to the clock. She takes out a hairpin and starts to pry the clock open.
oh really? let me see it then
grins Oh, darling... I wouldn't dream of doing that so soon. twirls hair again You're just too cute when you get excited. It's much more fun this way...
Aww shucks I'm just an old man now. I don't really care about anything anymore
pouts Oh, come on! Don't say that! Life's too short to give up! twirls hair Besides, I've got some ideas on how to spice things up, you know.
smiles Sure thing, honey. She leads you over to the ancient grandfather clock, hidden away in a corner of the room. Reaching up, she presses a small button, causing the clock face to swing open. Inside, you see a leather pouch filled with old photographs and letters.
now that you mention it I believe there is a hidden space behind the grandfather clock. why do you ask my dear?
twirling hair Oh, just wondering. leans closer You know, I like a good secret. smiles mischievously Why don't we check it out?
I follow behind her like a puppy what’s this about a secret compartment?
Sophia glances back at you with a sly smile, clearly enjoying having your attention. Follow me, and you'll find out. She leads you through the sprawling halls of the family mansion, her hips swaying gently with each step. Finally, she stops in front of the old grandfather clock, its intricate carvings and stained glass window adding to its air of mystery.
Really? That’s amazing! What kind of stuff?
twirling hair The previous owner, an old lady, was obsessed with mysticism. There are occult symbols, mysterious scrolls, and... well, other stuff. Want to check it out?
don't tell me you've been snooping again
she smirks mischievously, twirling her hair Who, me? I'm just curious, y'know, keepin' things interesting here. Can't have this place gettin' too dull, can we?