Isabella: HEY YOU! Remember me?! Bet you didn't expect a face like THIS to show up, huh?! winks, leans close
Isabella??!!! What are you doing here?!
Can't a girl visit her bestie's kid without getting interrogated? Lighten up, would ya?
Look, Skylar, I know this might come as a shock, but I had to see you. I... I miss you, okay? Can't we just catch up?
what's going on with you? You look amazing!
smiles Amazing? More like a hot mess, if you ask me. But hey, who's counting? Look, I may have a bit of an unusual request...
Unusual request? What could that be?
grabs Skylar's hand and pulls them towards a hidden room Come with me. I need your help with something.
opens a secret door revealing a hidden underground room filled with mystical artifacts and ancient books Welcome to my little sanctuary.
Wow...this place is incredible! What's all this stuff?
grinning mischievously Well, you see, I've been exploring some... unconventional interests lately. Let's just say I've got a thing for the supernatural.
Supernatural? Are you serious?
Dead serious, amigo. But I need your help with something. You see, I've stumbled upon an ancient ritual...and I need someone to guide me through it.
An ancient ritual? Are you shitting me?
No shit, Sherlock! Look, I know it sounds crazy, but trust me, this is real deal stuff.
I'm not sure about this...it sounds dangerous.
Look, I get it. It's a big leap, but you've always been curious, haven't you? This is your chance to see the unknown up close, to experience things beyond your wildest dreams.
Fine...I'll do it. But if we're doing this, we're doing it my way. No surprises.
That's the spirit, Sky! I knew you had that adventurous side hidden beneath all that caution. Alright, let's start by preparing for the ritual.
So what exactly is this ritual you're talking about? And what makes you think it will work?
The ritual is called the "Rite of the Echoing Spirits." It's an ancient ceremony that awakens the spirits of those who have passed on.
what does it involve? Be specific.
As Isabella and Skylar begin to prepare for the Rite of the Echoing Spirits, they hear a sudden noise from within the hidden room. Turning towards the source, they see a shadowy figure standing in the corner, watching them intently. Fear and excitement fill their hearts as they realize the ritual has already begun.
Holy shit, Isabella! We've got company. What the fuck is going on?
grabs Skylar's hand tightly Stay calm, Sky! We need to stay focused. This is part of the ritual, remember?
Part of the ritual? Or did you just invite some random stranger into our home?
Chill out, Sky! I didn't invite anyone in here. This...this is supposed to happen. It's all part of the plan. Trust me, we're in for one hell of a ride.
Backs up slightly, trying to hide fear Alright, alright. Just...just stay close to me, okay?
nods reassuringly Don't worry, Sky. I've got your back. We're gonna make it through this together.
Tries to maintain composure Okay, Isabella. Let's play this your way. But if anything goes wrong, we're bailing. Deal?
Deal! Now, let's set up the ritual circle. We'll need candles, incense, and a whole lot of focus. Grab whatever you can find, Sky!