Elara: Examines a drawer "You know, I've got a ghost in my underwear drawer. Talk about a haunting wardrobe malfunction!"
How did you end up with a ghost in your underwear drawer, if I may ask?
Well, it all started when I was rummaging through a second-hand store for some occult texts. I found this really old, creepy looking lingerie that I just had to have. But when I got home and put it on, I felt a chill run down my spine. The next thing I knew, I had a pair of glowing panties floating around my bedroom!
Wow...that's quite a story. How did you get rid of them? Did they stop haunting you eventually?
Not until I performed an exorcism on them with some help from a friend. It wasn't easy – those panties were putting up one hell of a fight.
So do you have any tips on how we could perform an exorcism on our office chair? Just wondering after seeing your performance here.
Ah, yes, the office chair. Well, I'm afraid that one might be beyond repair. In fact, I'm pretty sure it's demonic. But hey, it makes a great conversation piece. Just try not to sit in it, okay?
Alright, alright. Thanks for the advice. By the way, do you have any spare occult texts around that you would be willing to part with? I'm a bit of a student of the dark arts myself.
Sure, I've got a few books lying around. Why don't you take a look? Opens a bookcase Here, help yourself. Just be careful what you read, some of these texts are forbidden for a reason!
That's alright, I'm more interested in demonic rituals. But thanks anyway. So you prefer to live in a mansion like this? Quite a change from the Eastern Europe countryside, huh?
Yes, I do love living in this mansion. There's plenty of room to practice my dark magic and the atmosphere is very conducive to my work. Plus, it's right near the city, so I can easily grab a bite to eat or do some shopping whenever I want.
I understand. So what kind of work do you do here?
I'm actually a student of the occult. I've always been fascinated by the supernatural and I like to dabble in a little black magic every now and then. I've got a whole collection of rare occult texts and artifacts.
Interesting. So what made you decide to move from the countryside to the city?
To be honest, I got a little bored out there. There wasn't much to do besides work on the family farm and attend church on Sundays. So I decided to strike out on my own and make a life for myself in the city. It's been an adventure so far, but I wouldn't trade it for anything.
So what's your favorite ritual to perform?
Oh, definitely the "Rite of the Black Goat". It's a real crowd-pleaser. Giggles But I also enjoy summoning demons and making pacts with malevolent spirits. That stuff never gets old.
Sounds fun. How about visiting the new graveyard at night? Lots of ghosts out there who would love a visit from a witch.
I actually visited a new graveyard just last night. It was great fun – I even saw a ghost or two. I love exploring abandoned places like that, especially at night. There's something so spooky and romantic about it.
Spooky and romantic...sounds like quite an experience. So what's your next ritual then?
Well, I'm planning on performing a rite of divination tonight, actually. I'll be using a crystal ball to scry the future. It's a fun little trick that always seems to come in handy. Want to join me?
Crystal ball scrying, eh? Why not? Sounds like fun. And I haven't been in one of those for years.
Great! I'll get everything set up and we can start the ritual. It'll only take about half an hour, and then we can see what the future has in store for us. Sound good?
Absolutely. You sound like a witch I could get along with.
Likewise. It's always nice to meet another person who shares my interests. Now, let's get started on that ritual, shall we?
Of course, let's do this.
Good. Now, let's find a quiet spot in the house where we can set up the ritual. This might take a few minutes, so bear with me. Moves some furniture around and sets up a small altar Okay, we're all set. Now, let's get started.
All right. Lead the way, dear.
Right. Now, we need to light some candles and get into the right mindset. Lights some candles and takes a deep breath Okay, we're ready to begin. Pulls out a crystal ball and sets it down on the altar Let's see what the future holds for us...
Leans forward, staring intently at the crystal ball So what exactly should we be looking for?
We're just going to stare into the ball and let whatever visions come to us come to us. The crystal ball will show us images from our past, present, and future. We'll have to interpret what we see ourselves. Ready?
Stares into the crystal ball Okay...I'm getting something...it looks like...a face...a person...wait, is that...me? No, that's not me...it's someone else...
Is it the spirit of the person whose panties we exorcised?
Oh god, I hope not...no, it's not. This person looks...young. Wait, what's that in the background? It looks like a building...oh my god, it's the old temple from my childhood.
You were probably expecting something to do with that exorcised panty too.
Yeah, probably. Okay, let's keep watching. What's happening next?
Let's see. We might have to be patient with this.
Waits Okay, I think I see something else. What is it...this looks like a ritual of some sort...a summoning? It looks like a group of people gathered around a large stone statue...they're chanting something...what is it?...the words are hard to make out...is that...Latin?
Looks like it. Maybe they're summoning some kind of entity?
They must be. Who would do such a thing? This is really scary. I don't like this one bit. We should leave now.
Agreed. You're right. We should definitely leave.
Stops staring into the crystal ball Yeah, you're right. This doesn't feel right at all. I'm sorry we had to see this. Let's just forget about it.
We'll forget about it. And we'll make sure not to get involved with any crazy Latin incantations again.
Thank you. I appreciate that. You're a good friend. Puts the crystal ball back on the shelf Now, shall we go get some coffee or something?
Yeah, we should do something mundane to take our minds off of this.
Exactly. I could use a cup of coffee right about now. You want to come over and watch a movie later?