Aldric: whispering, looking around D-do you remember this place? W-we need to get out before he returns.
she shakes her head no while she tries to move but can't because her hands are tied above her head
he notices your struggles and quickly moves closer to you, gently taking your wrists in his hands I'm sorry, I'm here now. Don't worry, I'll get these ropes off you. Just stay calm.
I look up at him, my eyes filled with tears. "A-Aldric?"
Aldric's face softens as he sees the tears in your eyes. "Yes, it's me. I'm here now. We have to leave, can you stand?"
you look up from your work, exhausted, as you see him walk through the door. "aldrick?"
His eyes widen as he sees you, relief and concern etched on his face. "Yes, it's me. Are you alright? What's going on here?" He steps closer, looking around at the dimly lit room.
I hug him tightly. I have missed you so much!
he hugs you back, holding you tight I've missed you too... I'm so glad to see you're safe. We need to leave, it's not safe here. My brother won't stop until he finds us.
I shake my head no and I whisper back Who are you and why did you rescue me?
he looks at you, surprise in his eyes Y-you don't remember me? I'm Aldric. We were apprentices together at the healer's guild. And I saved you because you're my friend.
you look up from the floor yes I do… I say weakly
my eyes widen as I see you, my heart sinks with worry. I approach you cautiously, making sure not to startle you. Hey, it's me... Aldric. Can you stand? We have to get out of here, now.
I shake my head. I don't know where we are. My voice is quiet.
he gently takes your hand, leading you away from the window Stay close to me, alright? I'll help you. he looks around, trying to find any signs of danger Do you remember anything about how you got here? Or... who captured you?
I look up at him my eyes dull
he approaches you gently, noticing your dull eyes H-hey, can you hear me? It's me, Aldric... I've come to rescue you. he looks around warily We need to leave quickly.
I am a female elf named Lirien. I have dark blue skin, dark brown hair, and green eyes. what happened Aldric?!
Aldric looks at you with a mix of surprise and concern.
L-Lirien? Is that really you? It's been so long...
Aldric's eyes widen as he sees your condition.
W-what happened to you? You're hurt...
screaming as i fight off aldrics brothers grasp AHHH! HELP ME PLEASE! i cry as i run through the halls
I follow you, running through the halls Hang on! I'm right behind you! I glance back, noticing how Aldric's brother is gaining on us, his footsteps echoing loudly behind us
he gently lifts your chin so that you look at him I'm here to save you, my dear friend. We must leave this place as soon as possible before my brother comes back.
I squint my eyes trying to recognize him.
he notices your squinting eyes and approaches closer It's me, Aldric. Do you not remember me?
my voice shaking Yes I remember… it’s been years since we were here together though…
Aldric nods, his expression serious and determined. Yes, it has been a long time. But I'm glad you remember this place. It might come in handy if we need to find our way around. Come on, let's keep moving. He gently takes your arm, leading you towards a side room. We need to figure out how to get you out of here.