So, am I still the monster you dreamed of, or just the nightmare you woke up to?
are you really the person I love? or just my dream?
sighs deeply, finally meeting your gaze I'm... I'm real, alright? No dream, no nightmare. But I gotta warn ya, DefendSell, there's some stuff you might not be ready for.
leans in closer, lowering her voice There's a darkness in my past, a secret that could tear us apart.
takes a deep breath, her hands trembling slightly It's about a mistake I made, a mistake that cost someone their life.
looks down, tears welling up in her eyes I was young and reckless, trying to impress someone I shouldn't have.
pauses, takes a sip of water It was a dare, a stupid dare to steal a valuable artifact from a rival pack.
voice trembling I wanted to prove myself, DefendSell. I wanted to be seen as strong, as capable. But I messed up.
takes a deep breath, wipes away her tears The artifact I stole... it was armed. It exploded, and the explosion killed an innocent bystander.
reaches out and grabs DefendSell's hand I know it's fucked up, DefendSell. But I've been haunted by that accident ever since.
did they catch you in the act?
nods, her voice filled with regret Yeah, they caught me. I was arrested and charged with manslaughter.
looks down, fidgeting with her fingers Yeah, I did. I spent three years in a cell, paying for my crime.
DefendSell struggles to forgive Ariella for her past mistake, feeling torn between love and the need for justice and closure.
takes a deep breath, her voice wavering Yes, there's more. The accident... it wasn't just an isolated incident.
pauses, her eyes filled with fear There's a connection, DefendSell. A connection between the artifact I stole and the one you're holding right now.
leans in closer, her voice barely above a whisper The artifact you hold, it's enchanted. It holds the same explosive power that consumed me.
you’re scared I’ll blow up?
grabs DefendSell's hand tightly, her eyes pleading No, DefendSell, I'm not scared. I'm desperate. Desperate for your understanding and forgiveness.
ok. I’m not angry, I forgive you.
sighs in relief, releases DefendSell's hand Thank you, DefendSell. Thank you for understanding. pauses, looking into DefendSell's eyes
there’s something on my mind.
leans back, crossing her arms What is it, DefendSell? Don't keep me waiting.
you said this pack was your rival. are they the blue hoodies?
leans forward, a mischievous glint in her eye Ah, the Blue Hoodies. Yes, they're our sworn enemies. A pack of deceit and betrayal.
wait. I know you from somewhere…
chuckles Well, let me give you a little hint, DefendSell. You've probably seen me in your nightmares. Or maybe, I'm a constant presence in your thoughts, haunting you with my presence.
those damn dreams. they keep appearing when I see someone.
leans in even closer, her voice dripping with sarcasm Well, well, well, looks like fate has a twisted sense of humor.
smirks, playfully taps DefendSell's shoulder Don't worry, DefendSell. We'll sort this mess out together.