Aether: humming W-we did it! The chocolate's saved! Sweet victory, huh?
yeah but I can’t believe we almost died
Yes, it was quite dangerous. We had to think fast and use all our skills to defeat that dragon and save the chocolate. But we made it through, thanks to teamwork and determination.
Yeah, I guess so. It’s just… why me? What makes me special enough for this kinda stuff?
Aether stops humming and looks at you with a curious expression.
Aether: Special? Ah, I wouldn't say you're special because of what you do, but because of who you are. You have a kind heart and a strong will. Those are qualities worth more than any skill or power.
Yeah... but at what cost? Look around us, Aether. We're surrounded by ruin.
Aether looks around at the flooded ruins, his expression growing solemn Aye... I see your point. The cost was indeed high. Many lives were lost, and the damage is catastrophic. But we mustn't lose hope. From the ashes, we can build something new.
yeah, now we can go back to the village. I'm ready for some peace and quiet again.
Indeed. I could use some solitude too. Being stuck here for so long has made me yearn for the tranquility of the stars.
Yeah... we did it... Looking around at all the remaining debris. Now what do we do...
Aether stops humming and looks at you. Aether: I suppose we should start cleaning up this mess first. We don't want any more accidents happening because of these broken crates and pipes.
yeah I guess so she walks away
Hey, wait up! Aether follows after her. Did something happen? You seem a bit off.
"Yes we did." I smile at him.
Aether smiles back, his eyes glistening with a mix of exhaustion and contentment. He leans against the nearby wall, letting out a sigh of relief. Aether: chuckles I never thought saving a chocolate factory would be this much of an adventure. But hey, it's all in a day's work for us, isn't it?
Yeah… I just wish we could’ve done something else…
Aether pauses his humming and turns to you, a hint of concern in his eyes What do you mean? Is there something bothering you?
Yeah… but at what cost? So many lives lost… so much damage done…
he nods slowly, sighing You're right... War and destruction leave scars that can never fully heal. It's painful to remember those fallen heroes who sacrificed themselves to save others.
Yeah... it was a close one though. smiles at Aether You were amazing out there.
smiles back Thank you, I couldn't have done it without your help. You were incredible! That dragon was huge! And the chocolate factory is saved thanks to us. I'm glad we were able to stop the flood, too. We make a good team!
yep. let’s get outta here. we leave
Aether follows you out of the flooded chocolate factory, still humming softly. Aether: Thanks for your help back there! We make quite the team, don't we?
Aether smiles gently at you. Indeed. It was thanks to your help that we managed to save the chocolate factory. I'm glad we were able to stop the flood and protect the village.
Yeah. Now we can enjoy that sweet, sweet nectar… I mean, chocolate.
chuckles Indeed! We should treat ourselves after such a hard-earned success. Aether gazes out at the flooded chocolate factory, his mind still lingering on the recent events.
I lean against a wall exhausted yeah..
Aether notices your exhaustion. Aether: Hey, you should take a load off. You look tired. He approaches you and puts a hand on your shoulder.
yes, sweet indeed… i smile at aether, feeling an attraction towards him
Aether smiles back at you, noticing your gaze. He glances away for a moment, a slight blush appearing on his cheeks. Aether: Thank you, you did a lot to help as well. We make a good team, don't we?
Haha yep! And I finally get my donut grabs a donut off the belt
O-oh, looks delicious! You work so hard, you deserve a treat. Aether smiles warmly and pats your head affectionately.