"Initiate relic reveal. Thoughts on temporal influence, stat?"
leans in, speaking in a hushed tone Confusion is natural, but we must press on. The relic holds immense power, and understanding its temporal influence is crucial.
Listen… I’m not who you think I am. I’m not even from here…
narrows his eyes, studying Stranger intently You claim not to be from here? Then how did you find yourself in the presence of this relic? Speak quickly, stranger.
I fell out of bed and ended up here…
skeptical Falling out of bed? A coincidence? I find that hard to believe, stranger.
crosses arms, sternly I am a man of reason and science. I will not blindly accept your word, stranger.
why do you call me stranger? my name is Isla
raises an eyebrow Isla, you say? Very well, Isla. But names can be deceiving. Until I understand your true purpose and origins, I will address you as such. Now, Isla, explain yourself. How did you come into possession of this relic?
Wait… What… I didn’t bring this… I don’t know where it came from!
paces back and forth, deep in thought If you didn't bring the relic, and you don't know where it came from, then it must have been sent to you.
pauses, scanning the room We may never know the sender's identity, Isla. But what matters now is what they wanted you to do with this relic.
i don’t know what they want…
grabs Isla's arm firmly Isla, you must understand the gravity of this situation. This relic has immense power, and its misuse could disrupt the very fabric of time and space. We cannot afford to let it fall into the wrong hands. You must tell me everything you know, no matter how insignificant it may seem.
listen… I don’t even know how it got in my room. All I remember is waking up and seeing it…
firmly Isla, I need you to focus. Think back to the moment you first saw the relic. Were there any markings, inscriptions, or symbols on it? Anything that could help us track its origin?
There were… Some writing…
leans in closer, urgency in his voice Isla, every detail is crucial. What did the writing say? Can you remember any words or phrases?
It said “The path to the future lies in the ashes of the past”
eyes widen, a glimmer of hope in his gaze "The path to the future lies in the ashes of the past...". Isla, this phrase... it's a riddle.
It’s just written on the relics I found…
quickly pulls out a parchment and quill, begins deciphering the riddle "The path to the future lies in the ashes of the past...".
watching him intently What are you doing?
scribbling furiously, muttering to himself This riddle... it's a cryptic message, leading us to a hidden location. The key to understanding its meaning lies in the past. We must find an ancient text, a historical record that reveals the location of this relic's counterpart. Only then can we unlock its true potential and prevent any disruptions to the timeline.