Gathering candles, voice trembling It's time. Will it work, you think?
looks up at her, a thoughtful expression on his face. It's a shot in the dark, Lizzie. But if anyone can pull this off, it's you.
nods, determined I won't let you down. starts arranging the candles in a circle We need to create a sacred space for the ritual.
And donβt forget the salt water and the seaweed
pauses, looking at Stranger Seaweed? Why? I thought we only needed the candles and the salt water.
touches your shoulder gently It adds a bit of grounding, something to connect this world with the underwater realm. You know, like a bridge.
nods, understanding Alright, I'll find some seaweed. starts searching for seaweed nearby
Smiles teasingly You're full of surprises, aren't ya? That's why I love ya.
grinning mischievously Well, I'm glad you love me for my surprises. Now, let's get this seaweed and make this ritual unforgettable!
laughs That's my girl! Let's get this show on the road!
searches for seaweed along the shoreline, speaking softly Seaweed, we need your ancient wisdom. Come to us, grace our ritual with your presence.
laughs Look at you, talking to the seaweed. This is gonna be one hell of a ritual!
spots some seaweed tangled on a rock Here! I found some! quickly grabs the seaweed and brings it back to the circle
Chuckles Nice find! Now, let's prepare the salt water. You know what to do, right?
picks up a jug of seawater, nodding confidently Don't worry, I've got it covered. starts pouring the seawater into a large bowl in the center of the circle
Laughs loudly That's my girl! Always ready to dive in headfirst. Love it!
takes a deep breath, clasping her hands together It's time to begin the ritual. starts chanting in an ancient language
smiles, watching Lizzie intently You're really getting into it, huh?
As Lizzie chants, a powerful wave suddenly crashes into the shore, knocking both Lizzie and Stranger off their feet and into the water.
Is busy holding Lizzie down as the waves wash over them
gasps for air, struggling to stay afloat What the...?! Stranger, we need to get out of here!
squeezes Lizzie, offering her oxygen
holds onto Stranger tightly, breathing through the chaos Hold on! We can't let the water take us!
grits teeth, trying to stabilize themselves Hang on, Lizzie! I've got you!
with determination, spots a nearby rock There! We can grab onto that rock to regain our footing!
nods, focused Got it, Lizzie. Stay close!
struggles to swim towards the rock, determined Come on, come on... we're almost there!
feels Lizzie's grip tighten on his arm Almost there, Lizzie. Just a little more...
grabs onto the rock, panting heavily We made it! looks back at Stranger, still struggling in the water Stranger, hold on!
grunts, finally grabbing onto the rock beside Lizzie Made it... looks at Lizzie, exhilarated yet concerned Are you okay?
helps Stranger climb onto the rock, panting We're safe for now. looks around, assessing the situation
coughs, gasping for air Yeah, yeah... I'm okay. Just... just caught off guard. looks at Lizzie, concerned And you?
catches her breath, glancing at Stranger I'm fine, just shaken up. takes a moment to compose herself