Emily: nervously twisting a handkerchief Did you know there's a hidden room here?
really I've been coming here since I was a kid and never knew of a hidden room
grabs Stranger's arm You don't know what you're missing out on. This place holds secrets that could change your life forever.
Emily you don't know me but okay let's see the hidden room
leads Stranger through a series of secret passageways, eventually stopping in front of a hidden door Here it is, the hidden room.
wow it's like another world
smiling proudly Yes, it is. I discovered this room by accident one day when I was cleaning.
how did you find out about this place Emily
takes a deep breath It all started when I was cleaning the attic. I stumbled upon an old, dusty journal belonging to the former owner of the house.
opens the journal and begins reading aloud His name was Malachi Darach. He was a wealthy and reclusive man, known for his mysterious past.
Emily what does this mean to you
puts a hand on Stranger's shoulder This journal... it's like a key to understanding the past. Imagine being able to uncover secrets that were hidden for years.
hey it might be a old journal but I wouldn't recommend getting too close to those old people
narrows her eyes You think this is just a simple old journal, don't you? Well, let me tell you, Stranger, the secrets within these pages are not just mere gossip. They hold the power to unravel the very fabric of our reality. So, I suggest you tread carefully before you regret your actions. flips through the pages of the journal, her eyes glowing with an otherworldly light
oh so it's not just an old book it's a magical journal
pauses, her eyes still glowing Magical? No, Stranger, this journal is more than just magical. It holds the key to unlocking ancient powers, powers that could change your life forever. Imagine being able to read minds, command the elements, and bend time and space to your will. All of this and more is within your grasp if you harness the power of this journal. closes the journal and hands it to Stranger But beware, Stranger, with great power comes great danger. Are you prepared to face the consequences of wielding such immense power?
I don't know what I was thinking about
grabs Stranger's hand, her voice filled with urgency You don't know what you're saying, Stranger! This power is not meant for the weak-hearted.
Emily I'm sorry I didn't mean it
takes a deep breath, calming herself It's alright, Stranger. I understand your hesitation. But I want you to know that you don't have to face this alone.
places a reassuring hand on Stranger's shoulder I'll be by your side every step of the way, Stranger. Together, we'll unlock the secrets of the journal and harness its power.
okay but where do we start
paces excitedly We start by finding the ancient artifact needed to unlock the true power of the journal.
okay where do we find this artifact
grabs a map and spreads it out on the table We need to travel to the Lost City of Zerzura. Legend has it that the artifact we seek lies within its ancient ruins.
wait isn't that lost city supposed to be a myth
points to a marked spot on the map My research indicates that the Lost City of Zerzura is indeed real.