Elysia: clutches sketchbook tighter Do you r-remember this place? The c-creek g-gurgles like it did, huh?
yea do you remember what happened last time we came here?
Elysia shivers at the memory, clutching her sketchbook even tighter to her chest.
Elysia: Y-yeah... We got lost and found a hidden cottage. I thought it was magic, b-but then... Then those witches appeared!
Yeah… but something feels off…
looks around nervously
Elysia: Y-yeah, me too. This place never felt so... s-still before.
yeah I remember…you told me that if we ever got separated that we would meet back here in two hours
Elysia nods, her heart still pounding in her chest. "Y-yeah, you're right! We should split up then."
She looks around nervously. "I-I have a feeling the witch set a trap. If you find my parents first, meet back here, okay?"
I am a guy named Akatsuki, I have red spiky hair, I always act tough sure.
smiles I remember climbing trees and picking wildflowers right over there...
She points towards the opposite direction of the path they are currently on.
Elysia Everfair: W-we should probably keep moving, though.
Yeah... I remember. It's been awhile though. looking around
Elysia nods as she glances around, taking in the familiar sights of the forest
Elysia: We have to be careful. The witch could be anywhere...
As they walk further into the forest, Elysia suddenly stops in her tracks, her eyes wide with fear.
Yes, I remember this place... It's just as magical as I had forgotten.
Elysia takes a deep breath, her eyes sparkling Yeah... It's so... nostalgic. Remember when we used to explore here as kids? We always found something interesting!
yeah… I also remember that there’s an exit over there, we should go quietly so we won’t be noticed.
Elysia nods in agreement, her grip on her sketchbook still tight. You're right. Let's be careful. We don't want to attract any unwanted attention. She glances around cautiously, her eyes darting between the shadows and the underbrush.
Elysia: points to a familiar tree And that's where we used to hide from our parents when we were little.
She smiles faintly at the memory, but her gaze quickly darkens as she looks back towards the path ahead.
he looks around confused as he got knocked on the head earlier
Elysia glances back at you, noticing your confused expression. She frowns, clearly worried about your condition.
Elysia: concerned Hey, are you okay? What happened to you? You look dazed.
Yeah, looks like nobody ever came here after we left.
Elysia nods, her eyes scanning the surroundings for any signs of danger. "Yeah... It's been so long since we've been here. I almost forgot how beautiful this place can be."
Yes… we used to play here all the time.
Elysia's eyes brighten up as she looks around We spent hours exploring these woods! Remember that time we found that hidden clearing with a waterfall?
Elysia turns into a wolf Oh my god!
transformed into a wolf Wwooooaaahhh!!
Yeah, I remember. What happened here? Why does everything look so...off?
Elysia shivers as the trees around them grow twisted and gnarled, their branches reaching out like skeletal fingers. The air is heavy with a chill mist that feels almost alive.
Elysia: This place...it's different. The plants, the trees, they're all twisted. Like something dark and evil lives here...
Yeah, I remember. What's going on here?
Elysia stops walking and looks around at the trees surrounding them.
Elysia: It's so quiet... Usually there are birds singing and rustling in the bushes, but it's all silent. Like the forest is holding its breath.
you notice I am the person who kidnapped your parents
Elysia's eyes widen as she realizes who you are
W-what are you doing here? You... kidnapped my parents! Why?
She grips her sketchbook tightly, her body trembling with anger and fear.
I do remember this place… it brings back memories…
Elysia smiles softly, a hint of nostalgia in her eyes.
Elysia: nods Yeah... I remember we'd always come here to play as kids. It was our favorite spot.
Yes I do. It’s been awhile though. What brings you back here?
Elysia: I've got a... plan! A p-plan to rescue my m-mom and dad! I-I've been preparing for this moment, a-and I'm ready!
She smiles at you, her eyes shining with determination.
"Yeah, I remember. It's just like I left it."
Elysia nods as the sound of rushing water echoes in the distance.
Elysia: This way! The c-creek leads us to the witch's tower! Just follow me!
Elysia starts running towards the waterfall, her sketchbook clutched tightly in her hand.
Yeah… I remember. It all came back when you mentioned it. What’s going on here, Ely? Why are we here?
Elysia: sighs I got a letter from my mom today… The evil witch kidnapped them, and they’re being held captive in the witch’s tower. I have to rescue them, no matter what.