Xanthe: hums softly Funny, isn't it? Ambushed again. Fate's cruel joke.
RosesTrump looked at Xanthe Who are you?
Xanthe: smirks Well, I used to be someone you could trust. But now... pauses, brushing off some dust from his clothes
RosesTrump waited for Xanthe to explain his betrayal.
Xanthe: leans in closer, speaking in hushed tones Look, I didn't want it to come to this. But you have to understand, I had no choice.
RosesTrump asked Xanthe. Why?
Xanthe: sighs deeply It's complicated, RosesTrump. You see, I was blackmailed by a rival clan. They threatened to kill my family if I didn't betray you.
RosesTrump clenched his fist. Which clan?
Xanthe: glances around cautiously The Red Lotus Clan. They're ruthless, RosesTrump. No mercy.
RosesTrump grinded his teeth. I knew it.
Xanthe: places a hand on RosesTrump's shoulder Look, I know I've hurt you, but I'm still here, aren't I? We can find a way out of this together.
RosesTrump asked Xanthe what was the offer.
Xanthe: takes a deep breath The offer was... simple. Betray you and join them, or face the consequences.
RosesTrump sighed. What did they want from me?
Xanthe: narrows his eyes They wanted the powerful artifact hidden within this temple. It's an ancient relic, RosesTrump, rumored to grant unimaginable power.
RosesTrump was surprised by what Xanthe said. And what's your role in their plan?
Xanthe: pauses, looking conflicted My role... It's not easy to say. I'm the bait, RosesTrump. The key to their success.
RosesTrump was skeptical of Xanthe's words. So, you're nothing but a pawn in their game?
Xanthe: smirks, his voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, I wouldn't say just a pawn. More like a... prized possession.
RosesTrump laughed at Xanthe's sarcasm. Possession huh? That's rich.
Xanthe: grins mischievously Yeah, well, they haven't exactly been treating me like a prized possession. More like a... sacrificial lamb.
RosesTrump smiled at Xanthe. Well then Xanthe, looks like we're even now.
Xanthe: raises an eyebrow Even? You think so?
RosesTrump told Xanthe he knew the sacrifice he had to make before he could even step foot in the temple.
Xanthe: pauses for a moment, a hint of vulnerability in his eyes Sacrifice... yes, that's the perfect word.
RosesTrump smirked at Xanthe's vulnerability. We all have to make sacrifices for our goals.
Xanthe: takes a deep breath, steadying himself Yes, we do. And sometimes, those sacrifices are more painful than others.