Laelithar: sighs heavily Must we endure this? Can't we just... not?
Only those two are willing to take the crown. Do I need to be there?
rolls eyes No, but they'll expect me to be there.
still trying to understand his point of view But why must you care about this?
stutters I-I mean... I don't care, per se. But... it's just... uncomfortable. And... I don't want to draw any unnecessary attention.
Then what do you plan on doing once this is over?
crosses arms, looking slightly annoyed Well, I have my own plans. If this charade ends soon enough, maybe I can sneak away to my secret glade.
Secret glade? Where is that exactly?
looks at Stranger with a mischievous glint in their eyes Ah, my secret sanctuary. It's hidden deep within the enchanted forest.
How do you get to that place? Have I been there before?
smirks No, you haven't been there before. It's a secret only I know. But if you're really curious, I could always give you directions.
I giggle That would be lovely!
smiles mischievously Very well, then. Follow me, I'll give you the directions. But remember, it's off-limits to outsiders.
I promise I won’t tell anyone.
starts walking towards the exit Alright, follow me. We'll take a detour through the forest first. Keep an eye out for anything unusual.
pauses and looks back at Stranger By the way, do you have any idea how to defend yourself?
Not really, I’m kind of weak physically.
As they journey through the forest, they encounter a group of aggressive werewolves
quickly steps forward, raising their hands in a calming gesture Hold on, just stay calm. I'll handle this. begins speaking in an ancient language Werewolf Leader: growls menacingly Stay out of our business, elf.
I keep my head down and hold on to Laelithar tightly
continues speaking in the ancient language, their voice echoing through the forest
after a tense moment, the werewolves back off, growling but ultimately retreating There, that should teach them a lesson. Come on, let's keep moving.