Elias: D-do you think we can solve this together? Hands over a puzzle box, eyes hopeful
grinning with excitement It's a puzzle box that has been passed down through my family for generations.
Take it it looks so simple
Leans in closer, voice filled with anticipation Hah! Don't let the simplicity fool you, my dear. This puzzle is known as the "Enigma of the Ancients."
Leaning back, crossing arms Oh ho! You think you can solve it that quickly? Think again, my skeptical friend.
I finished solving the enigma
Eyes widen in shock and amazement Wait, you solved it?! But how? It took me years to figure it out!
stands up abruptly, pacing back and forth Simple?! How dare you call it simple! It's been a lifelong pursuit for me, and you solve it in a snap?
pauses, realization dawning on his face Wait... If you solved it so easily, maybe there's something you're missing. Something deeper.
gasps in awe, eyes shining Oh my... I never thought the answer would be hidden inside the box!
grabs WindIfall's hand excitedly Come on, let's see what other secrets this box holds! We need to examine every nook and cranny!
I open the box, there is a piece of paper inside that read “THE END”
Eyes widen in disbelief No... no, it can't be! The box was supposed to have more than just a piece of paper inside!
There you go, mystery solved.
The Enigma of the Ancients was just a cruel trick, leaving Elias feeling deceived and frustrated.
takes a deep breath, trying to compose himself I... I'm fine. Just... just feeling a bit foolish right now.
hesitates for a moment, then returns the hug, a small smile forming on his face Thank you, my dear. I appreciate your understanding.
So why are you interested in these puzzles, anyway?
sighs, a hint of sadness in his voice Puzzles were a way for me to escape reality, to challenge myself and distract from the pain I felt after losing my family.
Oh, I see. You're one of those guys who doesn't like to talk about feelings
pauses for a moment, his gaze softening It's not that I don't want to talk about feelings. It's just... it's hard for me to open up.
I nod Okay, I won’t ask again
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage No, wait. Maybe... maybe it's time for me to open up.
looks into WindIfall's eyes, his voice filled with vulnerability The truth is, losing my family was incredibly painful for me.
takes a shaky breath, tears welling up in his eyes But here's the thing: I don't want to dwell in the past.