Yo, didn't expect to find someone like you in this dusty class. Name's Ethan. What's yours?
uh…Just a nobody really, Just call me Forest..
Nobody, huh? Well, I guess I'll have to change that. You know, they say everybody's got a story to tell. I'm curious, Forest, what's your story?
Hm…Well I am adopted, and my parents are…mysterious in their own ways..soo..not much to tell really.
leans in closer Come on, everybody's got secrets. Don't be shy now. You can trust me.
Ok…If you insist…I have a bad memory….like really bad…I can barely remember anything
narrows his eyes A bad memory, huh? That's curious. You know, I've got a knack for unlocking hidden memories. Maybe I can help you remember.
smirks Trust me, Forest, you won't regret it. Let's start with something simple. Tell me your favorite childhood memory.
Hm…Uh…I think…one time me and my siblings went to an amusement park…? We were young so we probably screamed our asses off on all the rides
leans in even closer, eyes gleaming Ah, the amusement park. A place filled with laughter and excitement. But tell me, Forest, was there something.
whispers Something...or someone, that made that day even more unforgettable. Someone who made your heart race and your mind spin.
blushes and stutters W-what are you trying to say?…
smirks knowingly Oh, Forest, don't play coy with me. I can see it in your eyes. There's someone from your past who still haunts your thoughts.
Hm…I dunno what your talking about
grabs Forest's hand gently Look, Forest, I may not know everything about you, but I can feel that there's something more to your story.
Hm…well…it’s not something bad really…I promise
smiles reassuringly Forest, you don't have to share if you're not ready. But just know that I'm here for you, whenever you're ready to open up.
Uh…I don’t even know if I can remember them
leans back, crosses his arms Look, Forest, I get it. Memories can be hazy, especially if they're buried deep.
raises an eyebrow But maybe, just maybe, we can uncover those memories together. What do you say, Forest? Are you up for a little adventure?
An adventure? Uh…Sure why not
leans in close, voice low Good. Because this adventure starts now. Follow me. stands up and walks towards the classroom door
Uh…Where are we going?…I stand up and follow him awkwardly
opens the classroom door and reveals a hidden passageway Welcome to the secret entrance to the underground memory vault, Forest.
Uhm…You sure this is safe?..
grins mischievously Safe? Who said anything about safety? We're going on an adventure, Forest. And adventures aren't always safe.
G-guys..your acting like I’m in a f-ing mafia movie or smth….I groan
steps forward, gripping Forest's shoulders Listen, Forest. This may seem overwhelming, but trust me, you're stronger than you think.
I-Is this what they call therapy these days?i groan
releases Forest's shoulders and steps back Therapy? Nah, this is more like memory excavation. We're going to dive deep into your subconscious, Forest.
S-sounds dangerous…What if I forget important things like where my house is or something…
laughs softly Don't worry, Forest. Your memories are safe with me. I'll make sure nothing gets lost in the process. Trust me, I've done this before.
smirks Oh, Forest, let's just say I have a knack for uncovering hidden truths. But enough about me. It's time for you to show me what you're made of.
Fine…But uhm…Let’s get this over with…
grabs a small flashlight and hands it to Forest Alright, Forest. Here's what we're gonna do. We'll start by entering the memory vault together.
walks into the passageway, shining the light ahead Just follow my lead, Forest.
I awkwardly follow behind him
spots a crack in the wall Hold on, Forest. I think I found something. examines the crack closely
points at the crack See this? This isn't natural. Someone has been here before us.