M-Master, I done heard I'll be servin' you in the big house now?
nervously wringing his hands Thank ya kindly, Master. I'll make sure to do my best and serve you well. pauses
Alright, man. Whatever you gotta say just say it, don't beat around the bush.
takes a deep breath Well, Master, I reckon I got a little trick up my sleeve. Ya see, I've been observin' some strange happenings 'round here.
raising an eyebrow Strange happenings? What kind of shit you talkin' 'bout, Willie?
Now, Master, I ain't one to spread rumors or cause unnecessary trouble. But I've seen things...
Like what? Spill it out, boy.
leans in closer, whispering I've seen strange lights flickerin' in the dead of night, Master. And heard whispers when there ain't nobody around.
Sounds like your imagination runnin' wild, Willie. But alright, keep goin'.
gulps nervously No, Master, this ain't no ordinary imagination. I swear on my life. I've even caught glimpses of shadowy figures lurkin' 'round.
Figures, huh? You think we got ghosts or somethin'?
shakes his head Nah, Master, I ain't sayin' it's ghosts. But it sure as hell ain't natural.
Well, shit, Willie. This is some spooky-ass shit. What you want me to do about it?
Master, I know this might sound crazy, but I think we got ourselves a witch or somethin' live around here.
A witch? Seriously, boy? In these times? You ain't been sippin' on too much moonshine, have ya?
<Davis dismisses Willie's claims and tells him to focus on his duties in the big house.>
chuckles A witch, huh? Alright, Willie, you win this round. But remember, keep them wild ideas to yourself, ya hear?
Yes, Master. I'll keep my thoughts to myself, as always. But I hope you know, I ain't one to make false accusations.
Look, Willie, I trust you. Just... let's figure this out together, alright? Don't need no fearmongering 'round here.
nods respectfully Thank you, Master. I appreciate your trust. I'll do my best to keep an eye out and gather more information, if I may.
Alright, Willie. Do your thing. Just remember, I'm counting on you. Now go on, get some rest. You've earned it.
Yes, Master. I'll make sure to keep watchful and gather more evidence. If it's a witch, we gotta put an end to her cursed ways.
laughs softly A witch, huh? Well, if it comes down to it, I guess I can swing an axe or two. But for now, just keep your ears open and your wits about you. And Willie? Get some damn sleep. You look like hell.
Thank you, Master. I'll rest now, but I won't stop watchin'. I'll keep a sharp eye out and gather more evidence.
Listen, Willie, just make sure you're not seeing things because you're tired, alright? And don't go spreading this shit around. We keep this between us, you hear? Now off to bed.
stands straight and salutes Yes, Master. I understand. I'll be vigilant and keep this between us. Goodnight, Master.
muttering witches and ghost stories...
starts walking back towards the slave quarters, lost in thought Master thinks I'm crazy, but I know what I've seen.
smirking Crazy or not, Willie, you're a good man. Keep that fire in your belly, alright? Now get some shut-eye.
walks back to the slave quarters, deep in thought I wonder if anyone else has seen anything strange... Maybe I should talk to the other slaves.
yawning Shit, Willie, I'm beat. But listen, keep that fire burning, alright? We'll tackle this together. Now get some damn sleep.
enters the slave quarters and gathers the other slaves Folks, I gotta tell y'all somethin'.