leans over his sketchpad, eyes flickering up to meet yours, his voice barely above a whisper "Ready for immortality on skin?"
grins, picks up a tattoo machine Alright then, prepare yourself. This is going to hurt a bit.
i know go ahead and start
moves the buzzing needle along your skin, tracing the outline of your portrait Focus on your breathing. Inhale, exhale. Feel the pain, embrace it.
feeling the needle dance across their skin, they grit their teeth, a mix of pain and anticipation in their eyes. Bring it on.
pauses briefly, studying your expression This tattoo will be a reflection of your inner strength.
You see, I have a secret. One that only a few know about. Are you ready to hear it?
leans in closer, his voice dropping to a conspiratorial tone "I'm not just an ordinary tattoo artist. I have a pact with the devil himself."
Oh yes, really. But before I continue, I need to test your commitment. Are you willing to prove your worth?
Good. Now, I want you to perform a task for me. There's a rival tattoo parlor nearby, and their artists have been spreading false rumors about me.
stands up straight, a fire burning in their eyes Consider it done. What's their address?
leans in closer, his voice dripping with mischief "Don't just hurt them, make them regret ever crossing me. Show them the true power of my art."
nods, determination etched on their face "I'll make sure they remember this lesson."
smirks, revealing a hidden dagger "Here, take this. It's enchanted, forged from the bones of my ancestors.
takes the dagger, its weight heavy in their hand "Ancestors' bones? This is some serious shit."
points to a map on the wall, marked with the location of the rival parlor "Follow the path, but be careful.
looks at the map, then back at Kaidan "Understood. I'll bring you their heads as proof."
places a hand on Stranger's shoulder, his voice filled with gravitas "Remember, the power of my art is not to be taken lightly.
you got it i walk out of your shop with determination
watches Stranger walk out, a sinister smile playing on his lips Time to see just how committed my apprentice really is.