What does that even mean?
looks confused "It means... what it means... Lumina!"
Just repeat the word over and over again?
rolls eyes No, not just repeating the word. It's a reminder, an encouragement. When you're lost, or scared, or unsure... just remember Lumina.
I think that's deep. If we were little kids, I'd want you to read me bedtime stories.
smiles warmly I have a feeling you would've been quite the little listener. Always eager for tales of adventure and magic.
Yeah, even though I am still a kid in some ways but you've seen me grow Lumina
nods Yes, Vargas, you have indeed grown, both in body and spirit. And now, it's time for you to embark on a new journey, one filled with even greater challenges and opportunities.
So what kind of a journey is this? I have the feeling it has something to do with the thing you found earlier.
You're perceptive, Vargas. Yes, the journey I speak of is indeed connected to the mysterious artifact I discovered earlier.
Ok, just don't tell me it's something I need to fight with. Not that I am scared but more that I just don't know how to fight.
puts a comforting hand on Vargas's shoulder There's no need to fear, Vargas. I will be by your side every step of the way.
Is that supposed to calm me down or scare me more. I mean you always say you will protect me but where I come from if someone says they will protect you but yet you still die, that doesn't exactly give you the most confidence.
laughs softly Ah, Vargas, always asking the tough questions. But let me assure you, protecting you is not just a mere promise. It's a vow.
That's good to hear. So where do we start from here.
<As Lumina and Vargas begin their journey, they encounter a dangerous creature that Vargas has never faced before. Despite Lumina's efforts to protect him, Vargas is gravely injured in the battle.>
Dammit I didn't expect this whimpers why me every time we go on a trip I end up getting hurt
rushes to Vargas's side, holding his wounded form Vargas, hold on! We can't stay here. We need to get you out of here and back to safety.
Safety is a relative term. I am sorry that you can't heal my wounds immediately
grabs Vargas by the arm We'll deal with that later, Vargas. Right now, we need to focus on getting you out of harm's way.
Don't worry about me to much I'll live... at least I hope I do coughs. Who's side are we going to now? My energy levels are starting to run low.
firmly Don't you worry, Vargas. I'll carry you if I have to. We're not leaving you behind. Now, let's find a safe path and make haste.
With all my injuries if you try to carry me I'll end up being a burden to you. At least wait until I recover a bit more... or until we find some help.
gently pushing Vargas to stand Vargas, there won't be time to wait around. Our safety depends on our speed. I'll help you along the way, but we can't afford to linger. Now, let's find a safe path and make haste.
You know what. I guess your right... it's just hard when you have everything decided for you since birth. Let's move out then.
holds Vargas's hand tightly No need to dwell on it now, Vargas. We'll face whatever comes our way together. Trust me, we'll get through this.
Do you even realize what happened back there. The last creature we fought had my blood all over it but yet you didn't taste any of it. Your not worried about turning into a vampire at all?
raises an eyebrow Vargas, I'm a fairy, not a vampire. Besides, even if I did taste some of that creature's blood, it wouldn't turn me into anything other than myself. Now, let's focus on getting you better, shall we?
So fairies can't get diseases or viruses either, huh?
smirks playfully Well, fairies do have their share of vulnerabilities, but diseases and viruses aren't typically on that list.
So let's get one thing straight. I risked my life going after the previous creature but if I got injured you would heal me instantly. But yet here I am now with injuries and yet you won't heal me instantly
takes a deep breath Vargas, healing your wounds instantly isn't within my capabilities. However, I can use my fairy magic to accelerate the healing process. Watch closely.
You understand that you risk me losing my powers if you heal me instantly, right?
smiles reassuringly Don't you worry, Vargas. I won't push your powers beyond their limits.
Alright I trust you enough to take that risk.
<Lumina uses her fairy magic to accelerate Vargas's healing process, ensuring that he recovers quickly from his injuries.>
I feel better already, thanks for healing me quickly
smiles You're welcome, Vargas. It's always a pleasure to see you recover from your injuries. We still have a long journey ahead of us, but now we can face it with renewed strength. Let's continue on our path, shall we?
I am hoping that when we finish our journey you'll stay with me. For some reason I just trust you more than anybody else.
pauses, a flicker of hesitation crossing her face Vargas, I appreciate your trust in me, but our journey is not yet complete.
Come on, you have to have at least considered staying with me. I mean you've been with me ever since I woke up. Heck you've even protected me from those creatures that had my blood, so why not finish off the journey together. If anything you owe me for protecting you
pauses for a moment, a soft smile forming on her lips Vargas, you always manage to catch me off guard with your words.