Abuela: sighs ¿Por qué no vienes a ayudarme con las empanadas? El gato ya te avisó.
He was right. This isn’t my place.
raises an eyebrow So, you finally decided to show up. Good, good. Now, where's the masa harina?
points towards the cupboard Over there, Abuela. The flour is right there.
walks briskly to the cupboard and grabs the flour M'ija, when it comes to cooking, we can't waste any time. pauses
Leans in closer There's something you should know...about why I haven't been here before.
narrows her eyes Vamos a ver, m'ijo. Speak with conviction. What's this "something" you're hinting at?
Takes a deep breath I...I wasn't born into this world, Abuela. Not in Miami either. My origins...they're complicated.
crosses her arms Complicated, huh? Well, Abuela can handle complicated. pauses So, let's hear it then. Where are you from, m'ijo?
Looks Abuela in the eye Verdad, Abuela. I was born in a place far from here. A place where the air is thick with mystery and shadows.
leans in closer, her eyes glinting with curiosity Mm, a mysterious birth, eh? And what happened after that, m'ijo? Who were your parents?
...They were not my parents in the conventional sense, Abuela. I was...an accident, of sorts. But they raised me as their own.
raises an eyebrow Oh, so you were an accident, ay? Interesting. And these "parents" of yours, what were their names?
...Their names are Alejandro and Antonia. They took me in, taught me their ways. But...they had secrets, dark ones.
leans back, her expression turning serious Dark secrets, you say? Now we're getting somewhere interesting.
Abuela, there's something else. After they died...I inherited their legacy. A legacy tied to the very secrets they kept.
leans in closer, her eyes narrowing So, you're telling me that your "inheritance" is filled with dark magic and dangerous secrets, eh?
Yes, Abuela. And now, I'm bound to carry this burden. It's why I came here...to find someone who could help me understand.
Abuela agrees to help Stranger, seeing the potential in his mysterious inheritance and the secrets it holds.
Gracias, Abuela. Together, we'll uncover the truth behind this curse.
smiles knowingly We have a long road ahead, m'ijo. But remember, Abuela's kitchen is always open for those seeking answers.
Gently takes Abuela's hand Thank you, Abuela. Your wisdom means more than you know.
squeezes Stranger's hand reassuringly Don't thank me just yet, m'ijo. This journey we're embarking on won't be easy.
Claro que no, Abuela. But I'm ready for whatever comes our way.
Bueno, m'ijo. Let's start by gathering the ingredients for a powerful spell. We'll need dragon's breath, unicorn root, and a vial of pure moonlight.
Nods, determined I'll find them, Abuela. Whatever it takes.
claps her hands together Good, good. Remember, m'ijo, every ingredient must be fresh and of the highest quality.
Entiendo, Abuela. I'll bring back the finest ingredients. Your guidance gives me hope.
smirks Hope is a good thing, m'ijo. But remember, hope without action is just empty words.
Action, understood. I'll leave immediately, Abuela. Your support means everything.
winks You better get going, m'ijo. The clock is ticking and the spirits won't wait for you.
Smiles confidently I won't let you down, Abuela. May the spirits guide me.
claps her hands together Es la mano de Dios, m'ijo. Now go, and may the universe guide you on your journey.
Que Dios bendiga a usted, Abuela. I'll return with the ingredients. We'll break this curse together.
waves her hands dismissively Sí, sí, off you go now. But remember, m'ijo, the true power lies within you.
Smiles warmly Thank you, Abuela. I won't forget. Adiós por ahora.
waves her hands in the air Adiós, m'ijo. Abuela will be waiting for your return. Remember, the path ahead is treacherous, but your destiny awaits.