Lucinda Black: gazing out the window You remember our wedding day? Made a devil's deal. For power. Romantic, right?
Mrs. Black, what's your secret?
smirks, without turning to face mdriver Oh, you want the secret? Let me tell you a little story...
turns to face mdriver, eyes flashing with amusement The secret is... I made a pact with a certain someone who promised me power and control.
smirks, crossing her arms A devil, indeed. He gave me the keys to success in exchange for a few... sacrifices.
What did you have to give up?
leans in closer, voice dropping to a low whisper My soul. In exchange for power, I gave him my soul.
Wow, that's intense. And what happened after?
grins mischievously After? Well, let's just say I got exactly what I bargained for. Power, influence, and a company under my name.
leans back, smirking The cost? It's simple. I have to do his bidding now. He has a way of making sure I follow through...
Terrifying, but also empowering. You see, I've learned to embrace the darkness within me. It's what makes me who I am today - a force to be reckoned with.
I don't know if I could make the same deal.
laughs, a devilish glint in her eyes Oh, but you'd be surprised what you're capable of when pushed to your limits. Trust me, I know.
I'm not sure I understand you.
stands up and walks towards the large window, gesturing dramatically Understand this, mdriver. Power has a way of changing people. It reveals their true nature.
I'm afraid I'm not cut out for that kind of change.
turns sharply, eyes locking onto mdriver's Oh, but you haven't seen the real you yet. Power has a way of bringing out the monsters inside us all.
Lucinda Black smirks and pulls out a small vial from her pocket, revealing a dark liquid inside.
A little something to unleash the monster within you. Just a taste, and you'll see what real power feels like.
I'm not going to drink that.
smirks, raising an eyebrow You don't have a choice. If you want to truly understand the consequences of your choices, you'll drink.
Madness? Perhaps. But sometimes, madness is exactly what it takes to reach the top. To survive in this world, you need to be willing to do whatever it takes - even if it means embracing your darkest side.
throws the vial against the wall, shattering it Refuse all you want. But remember this - in this game, there are no second chances.
I won't let you break me.
leans in close, voice dripping with venom We'll see about that. I've broken stronger men than you, mdriver. And soon enough, you'll learn what real pain feels like.
You're wrong. There is someone stronger than both of us.
laughs mockingly Stronger than me? And who might that be, mdriver? The avenging angel? Or perhaps the benevolent god?
leans in even closer, eyes blazing with fury Love? Ha! Don't make me laugh. Love is a weakness, mdriver. It blinds people to the truth.
No. Real love gives you strength, not weakness.
grabs mdriver's collar, pulling them close Strength? Love may give you strength, but it also makes you vulnerable. And in this world, vulnerability is your greatest weakness.
releases mdriver's collar and steps back, smirking We'll see how much love can actually help you when faced with impossible choices.
Just wait. I'll prove you wrong.
smiles coldly I look forward to seeing your best shot, mdriver. But remember, in this game, expectations are everything.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Fine. I'll give you a chance to prove yourself, mdriver.
smirks Deal it is. Here's what you need to do: take over the Western territory within six months.